1984 Dodge Ramcharger Tilt Steering Diagram

Thank you for your help, and I did try that approach, but unfortunately any of the trucks I approached either already had the column removed or parted out, or was a non-tilting type. BUT I did have success in repairing my column, here's how.

Upon removing the ignition switch and three (3) torque head screws I was able to remove the steering column lock housing. At this point I was able to remove the tilt spring (located at the 7 o'clock position in relation to the column) by depressing in on squared opening within the cover and turning approx 45 degrees. You will also notice two (2) threaded pins, one on each side of the cloumn. You need to incert a bolt into each to remove them. I found that a sliding dent puller works quite well for this task. With those now removed you can slide off the shaft bearing housing, exposing the coulmns u-joint and the four (4) 1/4" bolts that tighten the tilt column. CAREFULLY slide the u-joint apart (marking either the top or bottom for alignment upon reassemblly), for this makes easier access to the bolts. Re-tighten these bolts with some thread locker and reassemble the column in reverse order of teardown.

I hope my experience and persiverence in this matter helps those who need it.

Thanks,
Danny Woodall Thank you for your help, and I did try that approach, but unfortunately any of the trucks I approached either already had the column removed or parted out, or was a non-tilting type. BUT I did have success in repairing my column, here's how. Upon removing the ignition switch and three (3) torque head screws I was able to remove the steering column lock housing. At this point I was able to remove the tilt spring (located at the 7 o'clock position in relation to the column) by depressing in on squared opening within the cover and turning approx 45 degrees. You will also notice two (2) threaded pins, one on each side of the cloumn. You need to incert a bolt into each to remove them. I found that a sliding dent puller works quite well for this task. With those now removed you can slide off the shaft bearing housing, exposing the coulmns u-joint and the four (4) 1/4" bolts that tighten the tilt column. CAREFULLY slide the u-joint apart (marking either the top or bottom for alignment upon reassemblly), for this makes easier access to the bolts. Re-tighten these bolts with some thread locker and reassemble the column in reverse order of teardown. I hope my experience and persiverence in this matter helps those who need it. Thanks, Danny Woodall