GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Yes

No

1

Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?

Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column

2

Verify the ignition switch cylinder exhibits high lock effort.

Does the ignition switch cylinder exhibit high lock effort?

Go to Step 3

System OK

3

Inspect the steering column lock and ignition switch cylinder for damage.

Is the cylinder damaged?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 2

4

Replace the steering column lock and ignition switch cylinder. Refer to Steering Column Lock and Ignition Switch Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle .

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 5

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5

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 2