My 1997 C280 has some steering wheel play. It seems that the telescoping wheel doesn't lock correctly and it pops up when you pull on it. There is about 1-2" of free play. My problem is this, I took it to the dealer for diagnosis and they said that the car needs a new steering column plus 4.8 hours labor, total: $900! Anyone experience this before, and is there any other fix?

I've never seen this one, get a second opinion form a competent indy.



Joe

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