Clunk or Knock Noise Heard and/or Felt Through Steering Wheel or Brake and Accelerator Pedals (Replace Lower Steering (Intermediate) Shaft)
| Subject: | Clunk or Knock Noise Heard and/or Felt Through Steering Wheel or Brake and Accelerator Pedals (Replace Lower Steering [Intermediate] Shaft) |
| Models: | 2007 Chevrolet Colorado |
| 2007 GMC Canyon |
| 2007 HUMMER H3 with 3.7L Inline 5 Cylinder Engine (VIN E -- RPO LLR) |
This bulletin is being revised to provide important steps to follow when replacing the lower I-shaft. Refer to "Important" information found in the Correction Section of this bulletin. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 07-02-35-006A (Section 02 -- Steering).
Condition
Some customers may comment on a clunk or knock noise being heard or felt through the steering wheel and/or brake and accelerator pedals. This issue may be more prevalent in hotter temperatures.
Cause
This condition may be caused by a slip/stick condition in the lower steering (intermediate) shaft.
Correction
Important: When replacing the lower intermediate shaft, follow service procedures found in published Service Information (SI). Be sure to ALWAYS:
• Keep the hub straight when removing/attaching the lower I-shaft to the upper steering column. • Pin the steering column using the J 42640 - Steering Column Locking Pin in its straight position prior to removing the lower I-shaft. Keep it pinned until after the new lower I-shaft is installed.
Replace the lower steering (intermediate) shaft. The new i-shaft can be identified by a yellow mark as identified in the following graphic.
Parts Information
Due to limited quantities, parts should not be ordered for stocking purposes.
Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
25900714 | Shaft - Lower Steering |
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time |
|---|---|---|
E7700 | Shaft, Steering Intermediate - Replace (Lower) | Use Published Labor Operation Time |
