GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Inspect for sheared steering shaft plastic pins. Some indications of shearing are as follows:

    • The shaft rattles when struck lightly from the side.
    • Lash may be felt when rotating the steering wheel while holding the rag joint.

The vehicle can be safely steered if the steering shaft pins are sheared due to a minor collision without serious damage to the other components. However, the replacement of the steering shaft is recommended.