How does the steering wheel adjust lever work?

One in mounted to the column the other engages into the tilt release teeth. This is the tilt mechanism. The top lever is lifted up by the adjusting lever. When the teeth are disengaged the wheel can be moved up and down. Look to see the linkage is intact from the lever to the top gear.

How is the tilt of the steering column maintained?

The tilt adjustment is maintained by toothed pawls that engage the pins in the top of the lower housing. When the tilt release lever is pulled it releases the pawls and allows the upper column to pivot up and down on the tilt pivot pins.

What does it mean when your steering wheel does not lock?

Hi, if your steering wheel does not lock into position when adjusted, then you have a disengaged Level which needs to be engaged back in place.. Remove the plastic housing from around the steering column and ignition area. It is held with screws from under the column area.

Why does my steering wheel rattle when I drop it?

When a column is dropped on its end or a hammer is used to knock the steering wheel loose this is the part that is typically damaged, causing the column to rattle over bumps and sometimes feel like it has slack with a “click” feeling. Once this happens the shaft is considered non-repairable.

Where is the steering wheel adjustment lever located?

Steering Wheel Adjustment .The lever is located under the steering column, slightly to the left. To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down into a comfortable position. 3. Pull the lever up to lock the wheel in place. Do not adjust the tilt lever while driving.

How do you take a shift lever out of a steering column?

Gently tap it upward with a hammer and the pin will come up and out. 2. Pull the shift lever away and out of the column. Look inside the lever hole and locate the shift return spring. 3. With a small flat blade screwdriver, firmly pry the spring out of the seat and towards the driver.

How do you replace a shift lever spring?

1. Remove the original shift lever by simply pushing the pivot pin out of the bowl. A small punch or simi- lar tool may be used. Gently tap it upward with a hammer and the pin will come up and out.