GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Table 1: Too Much Play In Steering
Table 2: Rattle In Rack And Pinion Steering Gear

Too Much Play In Steering

Checks

Actions

Poor adjustment of steering gear

Perform straight-ahead check.

Improperly installed tie rods

Tighten the tie rods.

Rattle In Rack And Pinion Steering Gear

Checks

Actions

Improper and insufficient lubrication

Lubricate the rack and pinion assembly.

Improperly installed steering gear mounting

Tighten the steering gear mounting bolts.

Improperly installed tie rods

Tighten the tie rods.