Auto Parts: steering wheel issues, pep boys, tilt column

Question
hey, I have a 4.9L 1992 F-150 and my steering wheel has become loose and tilts in all directions. I believe that there might be some sort of way to tighten it back up... but im not sure.

Answer
Hi Rob,

There is. My advice would be to replace the column as a unit. Believe me it will save you tons of time and many headaches. If you are unfamiliar with how to tighten a tilt column, you'll be in for some serious schooling if you try and dismantle it.

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Thanks for the question, I hope this information was helpful to you.
Fred
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