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Steering - Clunk/Knock Felt/Heard Through Column/Pedals

TSB SB07-10-S003

Issue Date: NOVEMBER 2007

Clunk Or Knock Noise Heard And/Or Felt Through Steering Wheel Or Brake And Accelerator Pedals (This Bulletin Supercedes SB07-10-S002)

Affected Vehicles:
2007 Isuzu i-290/i-370 (TI)

Service Information

This bulletin is being revised to provide important steps to follow when replacing the lower I-shaft.

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.

Possible Cause:

This condition may be caused by a slip/stick condition in the lower steering (intermediate) shaft.

Correction:

Replace the lower steering (intermediate) shaft.

Service Procedure

IMPORTANT:
When replacing the lower intermediate shaft, follow service procedures found in the Service Manual. 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 it's straight position prior to removing the lower I-shaft. Keep it pinned until after the new lower I-shaft is installed.

Failure to perform these steps could result in a mis-alignment of the upper steering column to the lower I-shaft and cause DTC C0710 and "Serv Stab System" message to occur.





Replace the lower steering (intermediate) shaft. The new I-shaft can be identified by a yellow mark as identified in the graphic.

Parts Information

Always refer to AIPDN publications for the most current parts information.

Warranty Claim Information

Always refer to the Isuzu Service Policy Procedure Manual for specific details on warranty coverage and policies. Reference published Labor Time Guide for claim processing if applicable.





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