If you have a 6 speed and the steering wheel is unlocked then the only problem is you have to reset the message everytime. Assuming you had the dealer remove the lock pin in the column during the recall. Automatic Vette models is another problem where the steering could lock up.
A Caprice steering column can be replaced by another as long as it matches. It if comes from another Caprice of that year, it will fit properly.
Dead short to ground in steering column
you need to replace the clockspring in the steering column
Engine heat comes into drivers side.
pull the steering wheel off and then you will see how the turn signal unit comes out.
To replace the signal switch on a Chevy Celebrity: 1. Take the steering wheel off. 2. Take the lock plate off. 3. On the outside of the steering take the hazard light flasher knob off. 4. Take out the three screws that hold the signal switch in place. 5. Unplug the wire connector towards the bottom of the steering column. Attach a string or wire to pull up with the cable as you pull it out with the switch. 6. If the switch comes with any additional instructions, follow them also. Reverse the above to put in a replacement switch. Use the string or wire to pull the new cable down the steering column.
I have a 1996 class A with a 460 and the circuit for the OD switch ( in the end of the shift handle) comes thru the T-signal circuit. My problem was the wires pinched where it leaves the shift handle and steering column met and shorted out both OD switch and Turn signals. That could be a good place to start looking, you do not have to remove the steering wheel to work on it.
There is a DC motor on the end of your steering column under the dash. The position sensor is in the motor assy on the end of your steering column shaft. You have to remove your steering column, then take the assembly off of the column. You need to dissemble the assembly by removing a large snap ring, then the cylindrical cover comes off and the sensor is located right under the cover.
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You need a new turn signal flasher. They are about $10. Yours is located in the front seating area on the driver side under the dash behind the instrument panel, mounted on the passenger side of steering column.
Electrical short. Unless your fuses are located in your steering column (probably not) in which case it's possible that it's a blown fuse.
the steering wheel has to come off and then you will be able to see how it comes out.