GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

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Check the steering wheel for contact with the turn signal housing.

Adjust the turn signal housing.

Check the intermediate shaft joints for binding or looseness.

Replace the intermediate shaft.

Check the power steering pump flow control valve for sticking and improper alignment.

Replace the power steering pump.

Check the wheel alignment.

Align the wheels.

Check the wheel bearings for wear or damage.

Replace the wheel bearings.

Check the intermediate shaft joints for improper installation.

Adjust the intermediate shaft between the steering gear and the steering column. Replace the intermediate shaft.

Check the outer tie rods and the ball joints for binding or looseness.

Tighten the tie rods and the ball joints. Replace the tie rods and the ball joints.

Check the steering gear adjustments.

Perform a straight-ahead check.

Check the steering column shaft for rubbing on the shaft.

Replace the dash seal.

Check the steering shaft bearings for binding.

Replace the stub shaft bearings.

Check for binding in the ball joints.

Replace the ball joint.

Check for binding in the steering column.

Lubricate the steering column. Replace the steering column as needed.

Check the steering gear preload adjustment.

Perform a rack bearing preload adjustment.

Check for a sticking valve.

Lubricate the pinion valve assembly. Replace the pinion valve assembly, as needed.