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Looseness in Steering Column for Pontiac Grand Prix 2000

Problem

Action

The steering column mounting bolts are loose.

Tighten the steering column mounting bolts to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications or Steering Column Replacement .

The tilt head pivot pins are loose.

  1. Inspect the tilt head pivot pins.
  2. Replace the pins as needed. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The tilt head assembly is worn or damaged..

  1. Inspect the tilt head assembly.
  2. Replace the tilt head assembly. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The steering column is worn or damaged.

Inspect the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Accident Damage Inspection - Off Vehicle

Replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .

The intermediate steering shaft is worn or damaged.

Inspect the intermediate steering shaft . Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .

Replace the intermediate steering shaft . Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .