Slack in steering column (rattling noise)

Sorry about the late response but yes, mine has the 17-inch wheels. Thanks for all the info about the steering units. I wasn't aware of the different motors at the time I removed my replacement unit from the wrecked car. Fortunately, they were both the same but that was only obvious after I got home and started tearing down. It's now just over 1 month since changing over and so far, no more rattles.

 

I'll be damned, I think this solved a rough-road rattle I've had for a while. The top bolt was tight and I was only able to turn it about 10-15 degrees, but that seemed seemed to take away some play. Checked the bottom and it was so tight I couldn't turn it. So far, it doesn't sound like my wheels are going to fall off on gravel roads anymore.