GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Cause

Action

The shaft assembly is damaged.

Repair or replace the shaft as needed. Refer to Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, and Jacket - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, and Jacket - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The housing assembly is damaged.

Replace the housing assembly. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The auto trans shift lock control system is damaged.

Repair or replace the auto trans shift lock control, as needed. Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The park lock cable is not adjusted properly.

Adjust the park lock cable.

The key is incorrect, bent, or twisted.

Replace the key. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding in General Information.