Steering - Lower Column Shaft Pop/Clunk Noise

TSB 06-24-14

11/20/06

LOWER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT POP / CLUNK NOISE

FORD:
2006-2007 Explorer
2007 Explorer Sport Trac

MERCURY:
2006-2007 Mountaineer

This article supersedes TSB 06-2-2 to update the vehicle model years and service parts.

ISSUE
Some 2006-2007 Explorer 4dr I Mountaineer and 2007 Explorer Sport Trac vehicles may exhibit a pop I clunk noise that may be heard and felt through the steering wheel. This is usually noticed at stationary or low speed turns while accelerating and braking, and may be due to a stick-slip condition affecting the lower steering column shaft. The noise has no effect on steering performance.

ACTION
If the concern is verified, do not lube the lower steering column shaft. Replace the lower steering column shaft per Workshop Manual, Section 211-04.





Parts Block

WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

062414A 2006-2007 0.4 Hr.
Explorer/Mountaineer, 2007
Explorer Sport Trac:
Replace Steering Column
Lower Shaft (Do Not Use
With 3676AUP, 3676ALW,
3676AT)

DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
3B676 41





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