steering column

I did a search for this but couldn't find anything. The tilt part of the steering colmn feels broken, i can move the steering wheel up and down. Not totally almost like it's just on the left side. Is there an easy fix for this?

Justin

absolutely- theres 3(4) screws hidden inside that need tightening-
check this link for semi close info- its close to what you`ll do.

http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html

Assuming it's an earlier XJ, the tilt column is a GM part - I bought a kit with the common wear parts at my local Chevy dealer, about $15... Jeep dealer wanted $55, if they could get it. Use LocTite when you put it all back together, lube the switches while you're in there.....

Great info on the link, I appreciate it. I'm assuming that I'll I need to rent/buy a steering wheel puller.

cheropair

you wouldn't happen to have that part # layin around would ya?

The bearing cap (resembles a grease cup), popped off of mine, replaced the balls, cap, greased and used a screw driver to bend the edge over the cap in a half dozen places. Be real carefull with the plastic parts, they get old and brittle. Don´t unhook any wire that isn´t absolutely necessary, I managed to get enough extra wire, to flop most everytning over to the side, without unhooking much of anything, column cover was a pain, to get to move up far enough, to get some extra wire, but it´s doable.

Sorry, no part number. The guy at the parts counter knew what I was talking about, seems they sell enough to keep a couple of kits in stock. Had a funny looking bearing, some springs, and maybe some screws? in the kit. Did this about 18 months ago on my '87. '96 is totally different. About all I can remember.....

I hope I get a knowledgable parts guy, most of the ones around here aren't. Do you remember what he called it? Thanks.

Justin