Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Steering Column: Column: Description
This vehicle uses a tilt-type steering column (Fig 1 ). Two styles are available, one is for floor shift vehicles and the other is for column shift vehicles.
The steering column used on this vehicle (Fig 1 ), has been designed to be serviced as an assembly; less wiring, switches, clockspring, gear shift lever, shift ignition interlock, brake interlock solenoid (column shift only), shrouds and steering wheel. These components can be serviced without removing the steering column from the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.