GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Steering Hard

Hard Steering

Possible Cause

Action

Steering linkage needs lubrication

Lubricate the steering linkage.

Low or uneven front tire pressure

Inflate the tires to the recommended pressure.

Incorrect front wheel alignment (manual steering)

Check and align the front suspension.

Worn ball joints

Check the free play.

Worn or loose king pin or king pin bearing

Replace the worn parts or adjust the king pin bearing.