Posted by voodoojones on September 08, 19100 at 04:25:46:
In Reply to: Steering problem with '89 'burb posted by Mike in Belgium on September 08, 19100 at 01:51:01:
I have a 1988 it had similar problem.
remove the steering wheel, horn dish and turn signal plate. Remove the locking plate under the strwh, be carful with the small clip that retains the locking plate. This can take two people to remove without special tools. One to push down on the plate (spring loaded) the other to pry the clip out. Now you should be able to see a round cast plate that has three screws securing it to the steering column. These screws are loose, tighten them, locktight if possible. There is'nt much room to access these screws. The steering spline passes through a split ball that is allowed to float inside the cast plate. I would also purchase a new key cylinder repair kit and upper column bearing. reinstall all parts.
: Hi! I'm new to this forum. I'm one of the few crazy people who drive a Suburban in Europe. I've got a bit of problem with my steering column. First things first though. '89, 1500, 350, 4x4. Now... I have tilt steering. The part of the steering column that is "tiltable" ( I would call it the "upper" part of the column) is loose. It has just started shaking back and forth and up and down in the column. The beast still seems to drive okay and turn okay, but today the wife called and said that the key wouldn't turn to start the truck. What do I replace, how do I do it and are there any special tools needed? Any and all help would be appreciated. Especially any pictures/descriptions from a manual.
: Thanks,
: Mike in Belgium