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Steering - Moaning/Squawking Noise

Bulletin No.: 01-02-32-008A

Date: March 24, 2005

TECHNICAL

Subject:
Power Steering System Moan/Squawk (Replace Power Steering Gear)

Models:
2001-2002 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi
Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint 24100674

Supercede:

This bulletin is being revised to update the Warranty and Parts Information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin 01-02-32-008.

Condition

Some owners may comment on an audible moan/squawk type noise that is heard during a low speed turning maneuver.

Cause

This condition may be caused by power steering gear valve instability, resulting in a pressure disturbance which creates an audible noise that is transferred through the vehicle structure.

Correction

Replace the power steering gear, P/N 26099978.





Parts Information

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information





For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.





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