Steering Wheel Loose

1982 Chevrolet Suburban K10, 6.2L Eng VIN CSECTION Steering Wheel Loose
  • Too much clearance between holes in support or housing and pivot pin diameters.
  • Damaged or missing anti-lash spring in centering spheres.
  • Upper bearing inner race seal missing, or upper bearing not seated in housing.
  • Improperly adjusted tilt and telescopic locking knobs.
  • Loose support screws.
  • Bearing preload spring missing or broken.
  • Housing loose on jacket.
RENDER: 1.0x

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