LW2 V6-3.0L VIN R (2000)
Steering Shaft: All Technical Service Bulletins
Steering - Front End Clunk Noise When Turning
Bulletin No.: 04-02-35-008A
Date: September 22, 2004
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Clunk Noise from Front of Vehicle During Turning Maneuver/Steering Wheel Rotation (Lubricate Intermediate Shaft)
Models:
2000-2005 Saturn L-Series Vehicles
Attention:
Technician
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to include the 2005 model year. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 04-02-35-008 (Section 02 - Steering).
Condition
Some customers may comment on a clunk type noise coming from the front of the vehicle during a turning maneuver. This condition may also be felt
through the steering wheel when the vehicle is stationary and the wheel is rotated from steering stop to steering stop. Typically, the clunk noise will be
heard once for every 180° of steering wheel rotation in either direction. This clunk noise may also be noticed during low speed acceleration or
deceleration, typically in light turns of the steering wheel.
Cause
This condition may be caused by inadequate lubrication of the steering intermediate shaft.
Correction
Remove the intermediate steering shaft from the vehicle and lubricate the shaft using Steering Column Shaft Lubrication Kit, P/N 26098237. Follow the
service procedure contained in this bulletin.
Important:
It is not necessary to replace the following parts:
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P/N 22708505 - Gear Kit - Steering
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P/N 21019171 - Column Assembly - Steering
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P/N 21019172 - Shaft Assembly - Intermediate Steering Procedure
Note:
The wheels of the vehicle must be pointed straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or
intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the SIR coil to become un-centered, which may cause damage to the SIR coil
assembly.
1.
Remove the steering intermediate shaft from the vehicle.
2.
Mark intermediate shaft with marker or grease pencil to ensure proper indexing of joints if shaft comes apart.
