Steering column question

[BKLYN2FLORIDA]

when I turn my ignition forward too quickly, the cylinder feels as it disengages from inside the column mechanism, the key then "freewheels", and doesnt catch, then the only way to fix the problem is to drop the column and with long pliers, pinch the metal rod back towards the cylinder, during which time it reengages with the cylinder key assembly. Has anyone ever experienced this before. Also the key can be removed when the ignition is in forward position, along with steering wheel has very slight play. Im figuring I probably need a ignition column overhaul.

Does anyone know what the problem can be, besides prob needing a new cylinder and tightening he wheel a bit.
Im hoping its an easy DIYlow cost fix...Rather than have to take it to a column specialist and do me over for a few hundred....:/
Anyone

 

[ttaowner]

if you decide you need a column i have a few with keys in good condition

 

[GullsGN]

when I turn my ignition forward too quickly, the cylinder feels as it disengages from inside the column mechanism, the key then "freewheels", and doesnt catch, then the only way to fix the problem is to drop the column and with long pliers, pinch the metal rod back towards the cylinder, during which time it reengages with the cylinder key assembly. Has anyone ever experienced this before. Also the key can be removed when the ignition is in forward position, along with steering wheel has very slight play. Im figuring I probably need a ignition column overhaul.

Does anyone know what the problem can be, besides prob needing a new cylinder and tightening he wheel a bit.
Im hoping its an easy DIYlow cost fix...Rather than have to take it to a column specialist and do me over for a few hundred....:/
Anyone

The loose column is due to a few screws that have come loose. It is not that hard to fix, but a little time consuming. When you do this fix you will probably find what is wrong with your ignition switch. Use this link to do the overhaul. It is not a tough job. The link is great and you will be able to do it yourself.
http://www.elcaminocentral.com/showthread.php?t=27192

 

[BKLYN2FLORIDA]

Thanks..will look into it...