GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Action

A burr is on the lock bolt.

  1. Inspect the lock bolt.
  2. Replace the lock bolt as needed. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The lock bolt is restricted.

  1. Inspect the lock bolt.
  2. Service the lock bolt as needed.Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The following components are damaged:

  1. The lock cylinder
  2. The ignition switch
  3. The park lock cable
  1. Inspect the components.
  2. Replace the components as needed. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement - On Vehicle or Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The ignition switch is stuck.

  1. Inspect the switch.
  2. Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement - On Vehicle .

The lock bolt spring is broken or worn.

  1. Inspect the spring.
  2. Replace the components as needed.Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .