Steering Wheel - Squeaks When Turning

February 25, 1997

BULLETIN NO.
96-055

YEAR
1996-97

MODEL
INTEGRA

VIN APPLICATION
See VEHICLES AFFECTED

Squeak While Turning the Steering Wheel
(Supersedes 96-055, dated December 10, 1996)

SYMPTOM

A squeak comes from the steering column while turning the steering wheel.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Not enough grease between the pinion shaft and the grommet.

VEHICLES AFFECTED [NEW]

1996 Integra: ALL

1997 Integra
3-door:
RS, LS, LSS - Thru VIN JH4DC4...VS005126
GS-R - Thru VIN JH4DC2...VS001361

4-door:
RS, LS, LSS - Thru VIN JH4DB7...VS001612
GS-R - Thru VIN JH4DB8...VS000282

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Apply DC111 (see REQUIRED MATERIALS) between the pinion shaft and the grommet.





1. Remove the steering joint cover.





2. Use a small screwdriver to insert the grease between the pinion shaft and the grommet.

3. Reinstall the steering joint cover.

4. Turn the steering wheel to verify that the squeak is gone.

REQUIRED MATERIALS

Dow Corning DC111

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

Operation number: 510300

Flat rate time: 0.3 hour

Failed P/N: 53502-STO-010 [NEW]

Defect code: 042

Contention code: B07

Template ID: 96-055A

Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Technical Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.