GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Cause

Action

The pivot pins are binding.

Lubricate the end of the pivot pin. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The wheel tilt spring is broken or weak.

Replace the tilt spring. Refer to Tilt Spring - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Tilt Spring - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The wire harness is binding.

  1. Loosen the screws.
  2. Reposition the wires.