Steering - Wheel Cover Feels Spongy/Loose
89pontiac03Bulletin Number: 89-3-10
Reference Number: 833203
Publish Date: 2/89
Subject: STEERING WHEEL RIM COVER FEELS SPONGY"/"LOOSE" (REPLACE STEERING WHEEL RIM COVER)
Models Affected:
1989 LEMANS
Some of the subject vehicles may exhibit a condition of the steering wheel rim cover that customers may describe as "spongy" or "loose".
The steering wheel of these vehicles should be evaluated by gripping the rim cover by hand at various locations, not immediately adjacent to the steering wheel spokes. The rim cover should then be twisted about it's own axis - see Illustration. If excessive movement of the cover is observed, the steering wheel should be replaced, using P/N 90283249 steering wheel available from GMSPO, following Service Manual procedures. The original horn cap should be re-installed upon completion of steering wheel installation.
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Labor Operation Number: E7020
Labor Time: .3 Hours