B4000 SE Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.0L OHV (1999)
Steering Column Bearing: Customer Interest
Steering - Clicking Noise While Turning Steering Wheel
Steering
06-001/04
1995-2004 B-SERIES TRUCK - CLICKING NOISE
WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL
Note:
This bulletin supersedes the following TSB(s): 06-001/02. Please update your records accordingly.
BULLETIN NOTE
This bulletin supersedes 06-001/02 issued 06/18/2002. The APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS and DESCRIPTION have changed.
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
1995-2004 B-Series Trucks
DESCRIPTION
Some customers may experience a clicking noise while turning the steering wheel. This condition may be caused by minor surface variations in the upper
steering column bearing.
Customers experiencing this concern should have their vehicles repaired using the following procedure.
NOTE:
The noise does not affect steering operation.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Verify customer concern:
a.
Center the steering wheel.
b.
Grasp the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions.
c.
Listen for the clicking noise while gently rocking the steering wheel (do not rotate the steering wheel).
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If clicking noise IS present, install an Upper Steering Column Bearing Kit using the instructions included in the parts kit.
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If the clicking noise IS NOT present, the noise may be due to another component such as the clock spring. Diagnose the condition using
the Workshop Manual.
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Repeat step "C" while grasping the steering wheel at the 12 and 6 o'clock positions.
2.
Verify repair.
PART INFORMATION