Excess play in the steering wheel is one symptom.
You have to replace the entire steering column. It is not loose, the lock is broken on your column height adjuster.
There are 4 bolts at the bottom of the steering column that tend to get loose after entering and exiting your vehicle. Pulling your self up on the steering wheel puts stress the steering column and causes it to become loose. If you do not correct the problem fast by tightening the bolts you will have to replace the entire steering column.. -Henry's locksmith and steering column repair
To fix a loose steering column in a 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, first, remove the lower cover of the steering column to access the mounting bolts. Tighten any loose bolts or screws that secure the column to the dashboard and the vehicle frame. If the column itself is worn or damaged, consider replacing it or using a steering column repair kit. Finally, reassemble the cover and ensure that the column is securely mounted before testing the steering.
Typically, it'll be the u-joints in the steering column.
Tilt column? If so it will be the tilt knuckle that has came loose the whhel wont fall off but if gets too loose the steering could lock up tho
disconnect rag joint.
Alway ensure steering are always tighten up
yes
The column has to be diassembled, there are 3 torque screws that come loose and also there is a bering that wears
What kind of 'rattle' are you trying to describe? Is it simply 'annoying?' Does the wheel itself feel 'loose?' It could be something as simple as a loose wire that runs inside the column up to loose steering linkage. If you have any doubts as to the seriousness, get it to a shop ASAP!
I have a stering colum that is loose and feels like it will fall in my lap.What is going on and how do I fix it?
You have to remove the steering wheel ,lockplate, turn signal assembly and you will get to four bolts that are loose. Go to your local auto patrs store and tell them you need the special tool (lockplate removal tool and steering wheel puller)for GM steering colums.