GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Condition

Action

The steering intermediate shaft is loose.

Repair or replace the steering intermediate shaft as necessary. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt.

The steering gear is loose.

Tighten the steering gear mounting bolts to specifications. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .

The tie rods are loose.

Repair or replace the tie rod(s) as necessary. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .

The wheel bearings are loose.

Replace the wheel bearing/hub. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement in Front Suspension.