Steering - Groan When Turning Steering Wheel

L-SB-0038-11

June 30, 2011

Groan When Turning Steering Wheel

Service Category
Steering

Section
Steering Column

Market
USA





Applicability

Introduction





Some vehicles may exhibit a groan or squeak type noise when turning the steering wheel left or right while maneuvering at low speeds. If the noise is coming from the steering rack input shaft area use the following procedure to lubricate the rubber boot for the steering gear input shaft.

Production Change Information





This TSIB applies to vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown.





Warranty Information





Parts Information

Repair Procedure

1. While turning the steering wheel lift up on one side of the rubber boot with a long screwdriver to confirm if the noise is coming from the steering gear rubber boot for the steering gear input shaft.

2. Attach cylinder of grease to grease injection needle.





3. Apply bead of grease (5 grams) between steering gear housing and rubber boot for steering gear input shaft.

4. Turn steering wheel lock to lock 10 times to help work grease around and under steering gear input shaft rubber boot.

5. Confirm the noise has been eliminated.