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Originally Posted by M. Murphy
I had trouble pulling the ignition lock assembly until I removed the column Clamp Sleeve then it came right off.
Tamped/Pressed the Column Thrust Ring into the upper column shaft bearing in the lock assembly then proceeded to re-assemble. I could not get the ignition lock assembly to seat fully so I took a break and re grouped a couple hours later. Using some wrench box ends as shims I used the steering wheel nut to gradually press the assembly into place. No more steering wheel shake.
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Yep, the compression sleeve definitely has to come off on its own. It was a beast the first time mine came off, but it hadn't been off in an absolute minimum of 9 years.
The wrench box end method is clever. I'll have to use that next time.
Enjoy your shake-free steering!