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#2 of 5 Re: 2002 Blazer Steering Column Question [jlflemmons] by jlflemmons Feb 09, 2008 (6:47 pm)
Replying to: jlflemmons (Jan 28, 2008 7:11 pm) Determined the play is in the knuckle joint of the tilt wheel mechanism.   I will pay the $100 deduct on the warranty and have the dealer go through it. A trusted buddy at the dealer indicated that those things generally don't go bad, and a thorough inspection is called for to determine what caused the problem, ie other damage from an attempted theft?
#3 of 5 Re: 2002 Blazer Steering Column Question [jlflemmons] by coachhill Mar 06, 2008 (12:57 pm)
Replying to: jlflemmons (Jan 28, 2008 7:11 pm) The play you are describing sounds like lash in the steering box. I just adjusted the one in my '98 Blazer...yours may be similar but I can't guarantee that.   I removed the plastic shield under the front end to expose the steering box. At the top of the unit there is a 5/8" or so lock nut and a Allen screw. Undo the lock nut and turn down the Allen screw a little at a time and check the play. Note that if you start the engine with the locknut loose it WILL LEAK FLUID! When you have the adjustment right snug down the lock nut.   Let us know how you make out. Replies to this message: jlflemmons (Mar 06, 2008 2:16 pm) coachhill (Mar 06, 2008 2:38 pm)
#4 of 5 Re: 2002 Blazer Steering Column Question [coachhill] by jlflemmons Mar 06, 2008 (2:16 pm)
Replying to: coachhill (Mar 06, 2008 12:57 pm) Thnks, that was the first thing I suspected, too. Unfortunately, the play is definitely in the knuckle. There is a two piece nylon bushing in there that maintains tension with a spring. My suspicion is that the spring broke, allowing the bushings to loosen up. They cannot come out, so the steering is not going to just 'go away', but it does act like a loose steering box.   The big clue was the steering wheel turning back and forth about an inch, and the input shaft to the steering gearbox not moving.   Jim"> Replies to this message: coachhill (Mar 06, 2008 2:38 pm)
#5 of 5 Re: 2002 Blazer Steering Column Question [jlflemmons] by coachhill Mar 06, 2008 (2:38 pm)
Replying to: jlflemmons (Mar 06, 2008 2:16 pm) Got it...now I understand the problem. My symptom was the same (play in the wheel) but a different cause. Good luck sorting out your problem!

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