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High Steering Shaft Effort for Chevrolet Chevrolet C-Series Medium Duty Truck B7 1998

Problem

Action

The column assembly is misaligned in the vehicle.

Align the column assembly correctly.

The upper or lower bearings are tight or frozen.

Replace the bearings.

The intermediate shaft U-joints are binding.

Repair or replace the intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .