GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Action

High steering shaft effort is required.

Inspect the steering system for the following conditions:

    â€¢ A misaligned steering column
    â€¢ An improperly installed or deformed dust seal
    â€¢ A damaged upper or lower steering shaft bearing
    â€¢ A flash on the inside diameter of the shift tube
    â€¢ A tight universal joint