How to Fix a Loose GM Steering Column

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[joegiusep]

This video is a godsend. I took apart my column a few years back to fix the slop in it, tightened the bolts and that didn't do anything. I didn't know the pins could be the issue but it makes perfect sense now! Thanks a million for such a well made walkthrough of this terrible job, I can finally dig in and fix it right.

[wadecreighton]

Dude, this is the most complete video out there. I have the same exact problem, I went through this several months ago and I was just about to buy a new column. THANKS YOU JUST SAVED ME MONEY.

[scissors]

This is almost identical to a 4th gen column wobble fix as well! This video saved me so much time and frustration. Thanks so much!

[transam]

What a well put together video awesome detailed step by step.. my fourth gen firebird has the same problem and this will help tremendously

[brodywankenobi]

This video saved my ass. I was about mid way through this project when I realized I'm in over my head. This helped me reassemble my column so I can still drive it. May attempt again after analyzing this video very closely

[koolkat]

Dude thanks so much for this video I have the same exact issue on my third gen and was stumped so I just drove it as is! Thank you sooo

[richardrawson]

I’ve said a million times “I wish YouTube existed 25 years ago”! I had an 89 Trans-Am GTA with the same problem and this video really would’ve helped me!

[delfmeek]

Great video. Such a common problem on these cars as well as others in the same era.

[Schwxrzritter]

Quarantine, my Trans Am, and these vids are a good combination

[pedromartin]

Came here from 4chan. Damn this video was amazing. Keep it up, subscribed.

[ariyanadumon]

The irony of all of this is that my tilt is fine, buy electronics all needed replaced because of some dumb shit the previous owner did, well that and age. So the whole column came out for a full restoration, paint, electronics and some fresh lube. And I'm here to tell you, it sucks guys. I'm also doing an Astro Shaft Upgrade. It's definitely been the hardest thing I've done so far to this car. Thanks for the vid man.

[kirkdecker]

Yup...I had to do this last year. Except it wasn't the tilts pins...those were almost froze into place. The four external torx bolts were loose and very very recessed. Make sure to not drop loose bolts down steering column. Use lock Tite. No joy in this repair but hopefully never have to do this again. '89 Trans Am GTA.

[IROCZman]

really good video. it was a big help when I couldnt figure out some of the little aspects of the rebuild.

[teamcantgetright]

Trying to get all the tools together to attempt this. The reamer drill bits can you point me in the direction to get some

[mrgunman]

wish you were in Houston to fix mine. Don't trust some of these places to even look at my car. ANy recommendations?

[BlackThorne]

Awesome idea. I just ordered a set of oversized pins, my wobble is way smaller so I hope that would work. But if it doesn’t - your way should! Did you just use a big roll pin? Any size that was mentioned on it?

[rdGenGuy]

Just a FYI, the little clip at 15:05 controls the buzzer that rings if you leave the key in the ignition.
you don't need it, BUT if you want it to buzz at you; it goes on the bottom of the yellow turn signal mechanism.

[davebarron]

Wow! I don't think I have ever seen one that bad! Nice job. Thanks

[jonnathan]

I did that my my bolts weren’t loose but my steering column wasn’t in place. It sticks out about 3 inches making the steering wheel feel lose while moving but doesn’t effect the driving that much.
I was told to replace the steering column. Any brand that you would recommend?

[Rakki_Haitatsu]

Wow great video! 😊 I'm going to apply this to my 4th gen. Thank you!