Steering/Suspension - Noise/Looseness In Steering Column
ENGINEERING INFORMATIONBulletin No.: 08-02-35-003A
Date: June 03, 2009
Subject: EI08116 - Noise/Looseness in Steering Column (Engineering Recommendations/Engineering Information Closed)
Models:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox
2008 Pontiac Torrent
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to end the need for additional information from the field and to offer engineering recommendations to correct this customer concern. Please discard Corporate Service Bulletin Number 08-02-35-003 (Section - 02 Steering).
Condition
Some customers may comment on noise coming from the steering column or a loose steering column.
Engineering Revisions and Recommendations
Engineering has made the following revisions and recommendations for eliminating the customer concern
1. Verify that the vehicle has upgraded software for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) - calibration P/N 25883852 or later.
2. To reduce steering column noise refer to and perform Corporate Bulletin Number 07-03-08-004 - Rattle Noise in Front of Vehicle While Driving Over Rough Road Surfaces (Replace Both Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bushings).
3. Refer to revised SI diagnostics and service procedures along with improved Tech 2(R) assisted steering column alignment procedures (when moving steering fully extended from right to left).
Engineering is satisfied with the data that was collected and requires no further responses on this issue.
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