Range Rover (LP) V8-4.6L (2001)
Power Steering Fluid: All Technical Service Bulletins
Steering - Squeaking Noise From Bulkhead When Turning
No: 57/01/05/NAS
FGN LM211
Ref: 57/02/03/NAS
Issue: 1
Date: March 07, 2005
Power Steering Squeak at Bulkhead
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
New Range Rover (LM) All
SITUATION:
STEERING NOISE WHEN TURNING
A customer may report a concern of a squeaking noise from the bulkhead area when turning the steering wheel. The noise level does not change with
road speed but may vary, depending on speed of steering wheel rotation, and temperature.
RESOLUTION:
FLUSH AND CYCLE THE POWER ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
NOTE:
A similar squeak can be traced to the steering column bushing and grommet. Refer to TIB 57/02/03/NAS for additional information on the
lubrication of the grommet to eliminate this noise source.
If a customer expresses concern about the squeaking noise, refer to the Service Procedure detailed in this bulletin. The likely cause is steering rack
pinion seal squeaking against the pinion.
PARTS INFORMATION
DDW WARRANTY CLAIMS:
DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
NOTE:
This procedure requires the power assisted steering (PAS) system to be cycled through full left steering lock to full right steering lock without
the engine running and without the front wheels freely suspended.
1.
With the vehicle on a suitable lift, locate the front wheels onto swivel plates to enable the steering to be cycled lock to lock without the engine
running.
2.
Open the hood.