1997 Saturn SC2 Steering column/wheel

FISHY PIG

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1997 SATURN SC2
1.9L
4 CYL
2WD
MANUAL
107,000 MILES

Steering column moves in and out 1-2" like as if it were telescoping.
Up and down function works and locks properly.
Thanks in advance
Henry

Wednesday, April 30th, 2014 AT 6:16 PM

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SATURNTECH9

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Sounds like the car was in a accident and the steering column was damaged the steering column needs to be replaced.

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Wednesday, April 30th, 2014 AT 8:24 PM

FISHFLAT

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Yes it was. I bought it as rebuilt tittle fourteen years ago.
Is it dangerous this way or just an annoyance? It only moves if I really pull it.
Thanks in advance.
Henry

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Friday, May 2nd, 2014 AT 2:55 PM

SATURNTECH9

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It is a safety concern the steering column is made to colapse in a accident from the air bag going off to relieve impact forces on people. So once it colaspes its done its a one time deal. You could even put a used column in as long as its not damaged.

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Friday, May 2nd, 2014 AT 9:36 PM