88 Mj tilt column whoes

[Ghost]

So the mj project had the typical tilt column issues. It finally failed completely and would not trigger the starter. Key cylinder was just turning loose. So I decided to tear into it and tighten the bolts on the back.

Pulled the steering wheel.



Pulled the plastic cover by releasing the tabs.



I hate that damn plate and clip.... got it off....



Moved that thing....



Turn signal switch was next.

Then the lock cylinder and cover bolts.



Removed the tilt spring and the pivot pins to this point.



The odd shaped piece will nto come out and the top of the column will not come off to give me access to the damn bolts. What am I missing? I think this column is toast. Is there an option besides trying to find another MJ column? Any help would be great!

Glenn "Frustrated Ghost" Fulmer!

 

[Jeep Driver]

That column is not specific to MJ, post in the XJ forum.

That is a GM column found in many GM cars and trucks, such as Malibu and Cutlass and others, you may find more help elsewhere.

 

[1987Comanche]

http://www.elcaminocentral.com/showthread.php?t=27192

 

[Ghost]

http://www.elcaminocentral.com/showthread.php?t=27192

Very nice write up. The tilt release was holding it in place. I was finally able to get it all torn down. All 4 bolts were out. The ignition switch works again and the tilt is tight. The only thing not fixed was the steering lock. For some reason it's not popping out far enough.

 

[Ghost]

So I'm back in this. Key stopped triggering the ignition. It keys on then stops and will not pull the switch on.

 

[Ghost]

So some how the ignition actuator rod got bent....



Anyone have a part number or source for them? I see reproduction columns but cannot find the actuator rod.

 

[Johnnie Walker]

I'll see if I have a spare.

 

[Noah_Bricker]

I have a full column out of an 86 mj u can have if it crosses over. I think it should. I'd have to check to see if it was tilt tho.

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[Ghost]

Ok thanks guys. I did find this but am having a hard time ordering it....

http://www.steeringcolumnservices.c...-pontiac/actuator-rod01-tilt-actuator-rod.php

 

[JohnX]

Damn. That's a bit of coin.

 

[Ghost]

Damn. That's a bit of coin.

Exactly. I know someone has swapped out a tilt column just have to find them.....

 

[92_beater]

Did you ever fix this? Did that column work?

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[Ghost]

Did you ever fix this? Did that column work?

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Nope. That column went in the ghost. My column has a different rod so we will probably just order a new one.

 

[92_beater]

Nope. That column went in the ghost. My column has a different rod so we will probably just order a new one.

I have another column in my 92

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[Ghost]

I have another column in my 92

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Oh yea. well if the rod goes over they column then it will not work.

 

[92_beater]

I'll pull it when I scrap it

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[1990JEEPXJ]

Ever figure out the steering wheel lock not working? Mine hasn't worked since swapping in a different column but my tilt is fine.

 

[Ghost]

Ever figure out the steering wheel lock not working? Mine hasn't worked since swapping in a different column but my tilt is fine.

The rod being bent would not allow the piece that slides up and down on it not to move far enough. Basically the bent actuator rod. They have 2 different lengths of the straight one and another that curves a partly around the column.