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Looseness in Steering Column for Buick Regal 1999

Problem

Action

The steering column mounting bolts are loose.

Tighten the steering column mounting bolts to specifications.Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications or Steering Column Replacement .

The steering column is damaged.

Inspect the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Accident Damage Inspection - Off Vehicle .

Replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .

The steering column support assembly is loose or damaged.

Inspect the steering column support assembly. Refer to Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, and Jacket - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, and Jacket - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

Repair or replace the steering column support assembly. Refer to Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, and Jacket - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, and Jacket - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The tilt head pivot pins are loose.

  1. Inspect the tilt head pivot pins. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .
  2. Replace the tilt head pivot pins as needed. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .