GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Action

The pivots pins are seized.

Inspect pivots pins, replace as necessary. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The tilt spring is broken or weak.

Inspect tilt spring, replace as necessary. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .