Diagnosis By Symptom - Steering Wheel and Column

LOCK SYSTEM
Will Not Unlock
Inspect the following:
^ Lock cylinder for damage.
^ Ignition switch for damage.

Will Not Lock
Inspect the following:
^ Lock cylinder for damage.
^ Shift linkage for proper adjustment.
^ Ignition switch for tree movement.

High Lock Effort
Inspect the following:
^ Lock cylinder for damage.
^ Ignition switch for damage.
^ Shift linkage adjustment.

Key Cannot Be Removed With
Ignition Switch In "Off-Lock" Position
Inspect the following:
^ Lock cylinder for damage.
^ Linkage adjustment.

COLUMN
Noise In Column
Inspect the following:
^ Joints from column to steering gear for proper and secure installation.
^ Column alignment.
^ Bearings for sufficient lubrication.
^ Lower and upper steering shaft bearing for wear or damage.
^ Shaft lock snap ring for proper seating.

High Steering Shaft Effort
Inspect the following:
^ Upper and lower bearing for damage.

Lash In Steering Column
Inspect the following:
^ Instrument panel-to-column upper and lower bracket mounting bolts for proper and secure installation.

Steering Column Not Locking In Any Tilt Position
Inspect the following:
^ Lock spring for wear or damage.