Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2005)
Steering Shaft: All Technical Service Bulletins
Steering - Pop/Clunk/Click Noise When Turning
NUMBER: 19-004-07
GROUP: Steering
DATE: October 10, 2007
SUBJECT:
Steering Column Intermediate Shaft - Pop, Click, or Clunk-Like Sound When Turning
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves realignment of the intermediate steering shafts, and if necessary, the replacement of the upper intermediate shaft.
MODELS:
2005-2007
(ND)
Dakota
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
When turning the customer may experience a pop, click, or clunk-like sound coming from the upper intermediate steering shafts. This condition may be
due to the alignment of the intermediate shaft between the steering column and steering gear.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the above condition is present, and the condition is isolated to the upper intermediate steering shaft, then perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
NOTE:
New fasteners must be used when performing this Repair Procedure.
