GM loose Tilt Steering Collumn Repair

[@byrdsdoityourselfgarage7330]

If you’ve got strong arms, thumbs, and a helper, you don’t need the special tools lol. Thank you for the simplicity of this video!!! I think anyone attempting this should have confidence after watching this.

[@Kletke84]

Dude this makes way more sense than 90% of the other videos.

[@stevemassey1002]

You are so right man

[@kennithedwards]

Just bought an 89 k1500 and has a sloppy column. Previous owner put a tiny grant gt wheel on it and first thing I thought was that they left the main spring out. Pulling the wheel to put a factory replacement on so now I'll go in and check those bolts, totally forgot about those being an issue so thanks for the heads up. Fyi, now that you reminded me of this, we used to take those screws out one at a time and put one drop of blue locktite on to keep them from backing out again.

[@bubbashubbs298]

A lot of guys on the forums are having them back off again even with blue loctite. Many are opting for red now.

[@lukeperhaps2734]

I need to do this job on an 88 chevy. Very helpful video. Thank you.

[@wardvaneaton2763]

You just helped me fix my loose wheel on my 1985 C4. Excellent video

[@josuepaz9446]

Great video sir👍 quick tip though, use lock tight so you don't have to go back in their anytime soon

[@DirtyMikeHoncho]

just use the arm that puts you to sleep every night pedro

[@brianphillips1691]

I’ve owned dozens with this column but needed a refresher thanks man!!

[@tt0625]

Best video for fixing wobbly steering wheel on my 89 Silverado! Thanks so much!

[@ivanyurkinov]

i recommend blue loctight on those e8 bolts. remove one at a time. clean the threads of the old locking compound/oxides then apply a few drops of blue to the clean bolt, install, torque and never worry about the lose wheel again. the messed up part is i have all the tools burred since ive done these a few times over the last 4 decades . great video so you know what tools to dig out! i forgot about the pivot pin tool.

[@tvidavidb.5717]

Nice video, well done. I’m really struggling with mine because my wiring is either short or stuck in steering column. I don’t seem to have enough wiring to give me the slack I need to remove the parts. I’ve struggled with it all day.

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Yes the wiring can be a bit tight. Did you disconnect the Turn signal connector underneath the dash? Also those Wires may be zip tied to the steering column

[@scoutriehle2979]

Best video for this out thank you! I might be brave enough to do this myself tonight😂

[@mrbigg7255]

Good video. 👍 I just marvel at all the engineering that goes into something like a steering column.

[@mammawildasfunderingar2]

Thanks for a good informative video 👏 it helpt me and my boyfriend alot👌 when we had to tighten the four bults on my Pontiac trans am firebird 🤗

[@ronaldlewis6062]

Thanks for sharing. On the way to HF for steering wheel tool kit I didn’t know that is available. I have to change the whole steer column because some one else has striped the shaft for my nut. Lucky I have another ole donner truck!!!☝️☝️

[@adamkorzon2972]

Also the high beam actuator has a 2 piece cover to hold it in.NOBODY has a video showing that part or even installing the cover,that is the most important part.

[@stevemassey1002]

Good job i have been working on my truck i need to find you. to help me thank you Man GOD BLESS

[@thomasdavidson7367]

Just bought a truck that needs this. Thanks!

[@robertfarias3526]

Great video! Now I can tighten mine. Thank you for the video.

[@faronsquare4911]

Very good video, thanks for the awesome content 👍

[@JakeHorne90]

Great video brother, thanks this video was alot of help. Very easy to follow and very informative. Time saver!

[@russmanre1]

Best video on the topic.

[@BlindDude]

So I can make my own pin puller with the correct threaded bolt and a socket? Thanks for the video

[@KnuckleHeadGarage27]

Okay my issue is on my 90 S10 blazer is the center shaft moves in and out and up and down . I have the filte column just like this but mine doesnt move like yours , it's only that center shaft part that the steering wheel bolts on too . So idk how to fix that problem never seen it before. I can go under the hood and literally pull in and out of the steering shaft that goes to the gear box and it moves out there so idk if my column is fucked up or rag joint or something else never seen one like the issue I have before go bad

[@WizardOfPiss]

Thank you, I just picked up a c1500 and I was trying to figure out how the hell to tighten the tilt

[@joelquaintance9025]

Good job. You made it look easy. I don't think that this was your first rodeo.

[@deanndrakolbo4527]

How are you able to keep this little metal starter switch thing in place while you put the housing back on and make sure the spring was in the right place as well?

[@jasonoaks7239]

Wow thanks you saved me some $$ i was looking for new steering column

[@jameslaiola4976]

Great video Sir. I'm going to attempt this. I have an 89 fbody. I'm not sure if the lock cylinder is the same or not. But your video is the best on KZbin

[@teecetube5191]

Im stuck in The pins removal do I squirt some oil on it and taking lunch break Great information thanks

[@Phill0046]

Excellent video, ran right through it

[@ПетрСкрипчук-я3й]

Hey bro! Thanks from Ukraine!

[@RuhRohRaggie069]

Good job with explanation of the job n parts ,I'm fixing to do my 89 Buick electra park ave

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Thank you, good luck!

[@noahloftus186]

I'm in the middle of doing this right now. Everything was going smoothly until now. The tilt pin puller stripped out after the first pin, but overall, it's not that hard despite that one compilation

[@teecetube5191]

I'm stuck at The pins Right now they're not budging how'd you ever get them out

[@camprobber17]

What's all the plastic pieces inside that fell out when I pulled the housing off ... (watched your video the other day ... tackled the job yesterday ... and now ... have the hard part of trying to put it back together) ... did not see where they came from or how they were oriented within the housing ... so ... at this point ... looking for schematics and other videos to help find what I need to properly finish the job ... Fyi ... I have a 91' Chevy G20 van ... similar ... yet ... different compared to your vehicle ... Thanks for any help you can offer ... or suggest other sites to view.

[@northeastbikeracinghighlig3855]

Time line 6:43 “ if you get enough wire out, you should be able to slide hosing out” I have short wires. What is the work around? Wires are to shirk to pull green and white plastic mechanisms out so the outer black housing cannot pull out.

[@northeastbikeracinghighlig3855]

Getting late. I’ll look around tomorrow but I was trying to see it I could remove those 10 wires or how ever many to that piece. Maybe could get under the dash near the bricks and steering column and see if there’s any more wire to push up In electronics, they call that extra wire a service loop which allows you extra room to service equipment or electronics. There really is not much wire, it’s pretty short.

[@marshallvance7887]

Any tips on fixing the brights switch inside of there? I need to fix the loose tilt but would like my brights to click in to work. I didn't see any mention of that part

[@grahamrice5375]

I have a 82 camaro should there be any up and down movement in the column when locked in place.

[@Dirtbikeguy9]

Loved the video helped a lot.

[@rashedalrashed3414]

thank you 😘 I just need to remove steering lock which step I must stop in it?

[@jamesradcliffe3985]

I have a 91 sierra. i got it all apart down to removing the 2 pivot pins (no problem with right tool) and got the spring out. Can NOT pull that assembly off to get to the 4 bolts. No videos that really get into that part. EDITED; I did what you said and put the tilt lever back in and by using that i switched it into the adjust tilt position and then got it out. THX

[@juanmarshall4083]

good explanation. Thanks for making this video.

[@rottweilerinpjs9758]

I worked for Chevy/Cadillac in the mid 80s to early 90s. I've done it a few times. I don't remember it being this hard. Once I got the steering wheel off I tightened the bolts and that was about it. I used a gear puller and it worked fine. Didn't have to take out the ignition switch or anything else. I'm pretty taken back by what I just saw and I've gotta do this on an 89 Cadillac. Fun, fun, fun. I think the last one I did was an 80s Buick LeSabre. It was pretty easy. This is rocket science compared to the ones I've done. Crazy

[@502beezy]

Did you lock tight the bolts

[@AaronHinesAuto]

I do not recall. However I bet it’s a good idea since they like to work their way loose!! Cheers!

[@petercardenas319]

Mine has the same problems but I noticed I needed the barrings that are inside there. Any clue where I could get them? I've checked my local auto store and there isn't any popping up in there system.

[@afinelookinggentleman2631]

There’s a special place in hell for the engineers that designed this shit. I hope they spend eternity working on the stuff they designed. Thanks for the video. It’s not a job I’m looking forward to. The whole shifter assembly is starting to spin as well. Hopefully this fixes it

[@Ian-of9oi]

Great video. No way I’m going to do this.

[@glennyj65]

LOL!! My thoughts exactly, although it's a great video, well done. Talked me right out of touching it. What should I expect to pay for this job?

[@rayman6705]

Wish me luck. I'm about to go try and work on my loose steering column, with the help of this video 😅🙏

[@fredkremer602]

Probably 1 hour labor

[@dehestmann9486]

hey does this work on the 1981 chevy g20 van? i got the van bc my grandpa recently passed away and im trying to restore it

[@theonlyoddest5429]

Hey we’re did you get the pin puller at

[@Papikevnc]

So I did everything how you said and even tightened it real good, but now I get no power to my ignition when turning it forward, what do you think it could be?

[@mikeriley8546]

awesome video ! big help

[@geraldreed203]

Great video helped out alot..thanks

[@texastri-hullracer8749]

Anyone have a step by step reassembly? I had a few clips and springs come flying out and I have no idea where they go. I already have it completely disassembled and the bolts tightened. Just ready to buy it back together.

[@donpugh8099]

Hmm..Great video but I think I'm gonna have it done on my Astro..I might try it..Thank you

[@coeneschamaun1735]

I have 88 k1500. I had the column bolts (4) tightened years back, I swore the 4 outside torx bolts were way back next to firewall, we could only get to three. Does that sound right? Anyway, years later, broke up with that boyfriend, so took truck to shop for same repair. First thing out of parking lot, I noticed turn signals wouldn't hold in the on position (ie, you had to hold them), then getting home, and tilting steering wheel up, I could hear and feel something broke. Now turn signal wand is all floppy, ie no way to dim/bright the headlights. I'm pretty unhappy. What part did they likely not get installed in correct position, or improperly indexed? Pictures helpful. Thank you!!!

[@johnwayne3904]

Hey there. Well to me, it sounds like there is a couple/several things they could have done/not done when it all was reassembled. Either it was a rush job and they were just trying to hurry up and get it out the door to get paid, OR they had no clue on what they were doing inside there in the first place, unfortunately. Or heck, maybe all of the above lol.. there's no telling with shops today. I legitimately don't see how in the world some of these sleazy rats in my town stay in business, with doing shoddy work and half-ass/hillbilly-fying most of the vehicles people bring to them. But it's helped me out a little from time to time since some of said people bring their vehicles to me to fix after those shops mess them up. It's pitiful really.

[@kielbasathief9576]

Hey Aaron I did fix my tilt problem but however before putting it back together I wanted to make sure it works so I went to start my truck (89 S10) and I got nothing no power and I have a new battery in it and it's charged. It worked fine when I was driving it. I'm wondering if I could have messed up any thing fixing the steering wheel wobble. If you know let me know

[@Opesyerdaddy]

Ignition switch needs adjusted

[@joshmcgowan3819]

Just completed this one! Took a full working day including running to CanTire to rent the wheel puller. Truck I was working on:(1992 GMC Sierra 3500) Few things to note for those trying this that I feel like this video glanced over: Get your kick panel off so you can feed the wires further up the column, mine were in a retaining clip down there, made life easier. The housing for your hi beam switch (part of the turn signal comes apart into 2 peices, these were a pain to reassemble, make sure your hi beam switch has the little metal rod inside the receiving ?switch?. That’s again accessible from under the kick panel When you get to the Torx screws, where the ignition cylinder is there will be a plastic part with two copper contacts coming off it that’s in the way of the screws backing out. BE CAREFUL and pull this plastic peice halfway out, do not pull it all the way thru. YES it will be awkward to get the screws past. It is much harder to reassemble this part afterwards. If you do accidentally pull it out, when you put the housing back on, put the retaining clip in halfway and the plastic part with the copper halfway in from the opposite side so it sits right in there. Fist time doing this one and had no help, it was pretty darn difficult I have to say. The parts going back together were always fighting with you to seat correctly. Got it done and it works though! If you’re debating tackling this one, I’d recommend setting aside Atleast 10 hours and maybe getting a quote from a shop, it’s a very involved process. And of course thank you Aaron Hines for giving me the roadmap to getting this one done.

[@DirtyMikeHoncho]

this video is made for mechanically inclined folk. not folk trying to save a dime

[@joshmcgowan3819]

@@DirtyMikeHoncho those “folk” you’re talking about are the same people

[@DirtyMikeHoncho]

@@joshmcgowan3819 lmao shit in one hand wish into the other see which one fills up faster

[@joshmcgowan3819]

More seriously though, my comment was directed to those mechanically inclined folk who don’t work full time in the trade, but are blessed to own one of these beautiful old square body GM Trucks. Theyre old enough that they’re sure to need repairs, and every weekend mechanic has to make the call, is this fix one for the shop or one for the driveway? Ultimately that decision should come down to A) how safe will the vehicle be if you fuck it all up and break stuff? Can you detect those problems in the safety of a test ride or will your wheel falloff on the highway (not likely but using hyperbole to get my point across) and B) are you ready to do the work, maybe for the first time, and use your previous skills to solve problems along the way? I didn’t do this to save a dime, I did it because I like my truck, and I like feeling involved in it’s upkeep. I think some people may be trying to avoid a trip to the shop, but myself and others I know who like old trucks are watching videos like these because they teach you how to fix something that’s broken. Your gate keeping, and I understand the sentiment. People with no experience whatsoever are gonna get lost on this one and have a bad time. But why scare them off? Everybody’s gotta start somewhere! My comment was a disclaimer, trying to give people a relative idea of what they’re getting themselves into before the wheels off and you’re staring into the abyss. Instead of all this negative BS, provide sound advice. I’m certainly no pro, but I’m mechanically inclined, and I started with a sway bar replacement years ago, trynna save a dime, realized it felt pretty fuckin great to fix something. You tell people they can’t do something and they just might believe you, tell them they’re not ready yet but they could and you might inspire another person to join the trade, or buy an old car as a restoration project! Why keep others from discovering something you like too?

[@DirtyMikeHoncho]

@@joshmcgowan3819 yo homie i didnt ask for your lifes story

[@scottwalsh5496]

hey,aaron have a 93 chevy c1500 just changed turn signal assembly but the steering wheel assembly isnt tight it moves vertical- horazontaly can i replace the bearings where the steering wheel attaches easly ?

[@noonergarage4114]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@brycerogers6269]

That Spring n cap is where I’m stuck at now?!?

[@teecetube5191]

There was another video where the spring was in correct place I'm trying to find it see how he got off also the pins are stuck in mine

[@michaelclerk9974]

Man are you for real come and put mine back together

[@chelinworkzz9618]

Dude.!! Your a life saver dawgy dawg !! thanks Good Video 👍👍

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Haha thanks bud! Glad it helped

[@jessiesmart3738]

How do I get my dimmer switch to fit back into the plastic housing? Having a hell of a time.

[@JoseCruz-qf6ui]

Does every 89-94 truck have the tilt feature?

[@toddholldorf9494]

No, I have a 93 w/t 1500, no tilt. I love that column. Always tight.

[@JustinFolliott]

Would this work for a 86 Buick Century?

[@want2balone]

What do you do if you can't get enough wire out to pull the cover off

[@FoxLockman]

Thank you for this video

[@thesickhorseranch]

Great video but unless you enjoy doing this whole procedure, Lock tight is your friend. This is a pretty common problem, may as well do all you can to get it to last.

[@housecarl1114]

Blue lock tight however, NOT black

[@TheJfermer]

Made it super easy! I just can't figure out how to get my High Beam lever rod to work.

[@toddholldorf9494]

Not sure where your has a problem, but in my 84 regal, same style column, the actual switch that the rod activates when you pull the arm back came loose on mine. The switch is way down near where the brake pedal is. I think they were 2 5/16” bolts. Just slid it back up a lil and snugged the bolts. Fixed.

[@RickDealz]

How do you take off the Column tilt lever off? Can u Just unscrew it without taking the column apart?

[@pnwDatsun]

i used a sawzall

[@luisdelrio3994]

There's a horseshoe type clip that came off of mine Does it go on the ignition slide plate?

[@terryharrington7853]

Great job

[@nachorivera3355]

Is a little movement up and down normal to the steering wheel or is it beginning symptoms of having this exact same issue you had. Thanks I’m advance and amazing video

[@cxeroannuki2840]

i'm sure you've figured it out by now but to anyone else reading this: i can attest the answer is yes, when i tightened it up it did not move up and down at all

[@markstephenson3506]

How do you remove the switch off the end of turn signal arm ?

[@teecetube5191]

Pull it straight out

[@gregorymartin8813]

What size of e8 socket?

[@haniballecter7605]

Good job

[@iamavisionaryyay1193]

Thanks so much man

[@suzukirmrm450]

This happened to my truck one day after it getting towed home and my steering wheel feels like it’s going to fall off but before I got towed it was fine so I’m not sure what happened

[@johncrawford2369]

Great instruction it was very clear how too

[@thekickback6435]

you should show how the yurn single lever gets taken out. i cant get mine to come out

[@teecetube5191]

It just pulls out

[@thegoat328]

Helped me w my c4 corvette:)

[@jessegarcia6795]

maybe you can help me after idid the loose fix something went wrong My shift was stuck in park and my horn on power thank you

[@skrimshaw72]

This was exactly what I needed! Thanks man.

[@charliestanley2749]

Will you do my 1989 Silverado ? I'll gladly pay you ! 😁

[@Frisco_kingz]

I’m going to try this on my 71 chevelle

[@yeudsiegal5285]

The pins were put in my hand without the tool used to remove them?

[@jasonmerrill4217]

Any clue what time bolts are called somebody was off in my column and I am missing two of them and trying to get them

[@AaronHinesAuto]

gm calls them "support housing bolt''. p/n 26004261 . u may be able to find a dealer that has them. good luck!

[@AaronHinesAuto]

www.gmpartsgiant.com/parts/pontiac-screw~26004261.html

[@jasonmerrill4217]

Aaron Hines thanks really appreciate it

[@scottpritzl8638]

Where do you get the pulling pin for the tilt?

[@DirtyMikeHoncho]

parts house

[@lindyp38]

Does Autozone have the kit I’ll need?

[@hosswilliams335]

I just tore mine down for the same reason but I am having a issue getting the ignition tumbler to go back in correctly, I can stick the key in it and turn it to where it will actually seat but it's still not right. Any ideas? Loved the video

[@pnwDatsun]

use a sawzall

[@robertvillasana6585]

I’m in the same boat, can’t get the lock cylinder lined up now. What did you do to get it lined up?

[@anglored1]

would this work on a 1988 GMC jimmy full size?

[@shellylangrehr6436]

Yes it will work.

[@kalubsipes3800]

Where can you get all the special tools that you need

[@boomyashocka7400]

Nice video bro!

[@Jacespace23]

WHAT is the kit you are using to do all of this?

[@BillMiller43]

I'm thinking about doing this. I agree, locktite should be used. At 495,000 miles my Silverado column needs tightning. Does Autozone loan these tools?

[@brianharris3823]

Awesome video that's how you make a great how to video

[@rickreynolds7255]

Thanks man

[@mandypeters4166]

I REALLY need help with my gmc truck and it seems like No one in my area can help me. Time is REALLY relevant at the moment and I would be so grateful and appreciative if you could help me. The steering bar thing under the hood completely broke and I have no idea how to rig it to get any kind of steering to even lead it or what I really need to do is be able to steer it a few down hill blocks to my home. Also I have almost no help and have no idea what I'm doing. Aaaand go! LoL all jokes aside I'm panicking and my truck could be getting towed as I type. Thank you! I hope!

[@ashleyfoster4928]

Anybody know how to get the joint put back together

[@haniballector]

How do you change upper bearing

[@pnwDatsun]

sawzall

[@tookalook1]

Why is it so hard to find the tool numbers of the pinion remover tool ?? . I really need this number