04CHASE Posted February 1, 2007 Report Share Posted February 1, 2007 Subject: Clunking Noise Under Hood and Can Be Felt in Steering Wheel and/or Steering Column (Replace Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft (I-Shaft) Assembly) #00-02-35-003M - (01/31/2007) Models: 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade Models 1999-2007 Chevrolet Silverado Models (Classic) 2000-2006 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe Models 2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 1999-2007 GMC Sierra Models (Classic) 2000-2006 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL Models 2003-2006 HUMMER H2 Attention: This Service Bulletin DOES NOT include Mid-Size Utilities such as Buick Rainier, Chevrolet TrailBlazer Models, GMC Envoy Models or Oldsmobile Bravada. Refer to Service Bulletin 02-02-35-006A or newer for Mid-Size Utilities. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This bulletin is being revised to update the repair procedure with a permanent fix. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 00-02-35-003L (Section 02 -- Steering). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Condition Some customers may comment on a clunk-type noise coming from under the hood that also can be felt in the steering wheel. These conditions may be more noticeable when turning at low speeds on rough road surfaces. Diagnostic Tips Use the information below to help diagnose the source of the noise. • Frame Snap and/or Popping Type Noise -- A frame snap or popping type noise can be duplicated on rough or smooth road surfaces with steering wheel input to the left or the right. This type of noise can be HEARD and is typically louder with the windows rolled down. For additional information, refer to Corporate Bulletin Number 03-08-61-002F or newer -- Snap/Popping Type Noise Coming from Front of Vehicle (Remove Front Crossmember, Change Fastener Orientation). • Intermediate Shaft Clunk -- Intermediate shaft clunk is heard and FELT in the steering wheel and/or steering column area, typically while driving on rough road surfaces with steering wheel input. Correction DO THIS DON'T DO THIS Replace the I-Shaft with P/N 19153614. Do NOT lubricate or exercise the I-Shaft. Important: • I-shaft P/N 19155614 has been designed to replace previous designed dampened and non-dampened I-shafts. The physical difference in the yoke size will accommodate all vehicles listed in this bulletin. • Due to the design of the new I-shaft, it is not possible to lubricate/grease the I-shaft. Replace the steering column upper intermediate shaft with an improved design shaft that will eliminate the clunk noise using the procedure listed below. Set the front wheels in the straight ahead position. Notice: On the 2002 and later model year vehicles, the steering column LOCK was removed from the steering column. It is critical that the J 42640 - Steering column Anti-Rotation Pin is used when servicing steering columns on 2002 and later model year vehicles. Failure to use the J 42640 may result in damage to the SIR coil. Set the steering wheel in the LOCK position on 2001 and prior model year vehicles. For 2002 and later vehicles, install the J 42640 in the steering column lower access hole. From under the hood, remove the lower bolt that connects the upper intermediate shaft to the steering gear coupling shaft. Slide the shaft towards the dash in order to disengage the shaft from the steering gear coupling shaft. For vehicles equipped with adjustable foot pedals, perform the following steps: 6.1. Reposition the carpet away from the accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor. 6.2. Remove the two nuts retaining the accelerator pedal to the bulkhead. 6.3. Reposition the accelerator pedal out of the way so the intermediate shaft can be removed. From inside the vehicle, remove the upper bolt from the upper intermediate steering shaft (1) to the steering column connection. Remove the upper intermediate steering shaft assembly. 8.1. From inside the vehicle, slide the shaft down and off the steering column. 8.2. From inside the vehicle, slide the upper intermediate shaft through the dash boot seal and remove the shaft from the vehicle. Replace the upper intermediate shaft. Install the upper intermediate steering shaft through the dash boot seal and slide the lower end into the steering gear coupling shaft. Raise the upper end of the intermediate steering shaft and install into the steering column shaft. Install the upper bolt and nut. Tighten Tighten the bolt to 47 N·m (35 lb ft). Install the lower bolt and nut. Tighten Tighten the bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft). For vehicles equipped with adjustable foot pedals, perform the following steps: 14.1. Reposition the accelerator pedals into position on the bulkhead. 14.2. Install the two retaining nuts. Tighten Tighten the nuts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft). 14.3. Reposition the carpet into place. Parts Information Part Number Description 19153614 Shaft - Upper Intermediate Steering Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wody Posted February 1, 2007 Report Share Posted February 1, 2007 so say i just got this fixed last month can i take it back and have them replace it even if its not clunking now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shakesvho Posted February 1, 2007 Report Share Posted February 1, 2007 You think this would be a recall, but its not I checked not on the list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tehoatim Posted February 1, 2007 Report Share Posted February 1, 2007 So did they ever officially assign a re-call for this problem? And if so, is this the correction? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
04CHASE Posted February 1, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 1, 2007 no recall yet. it is just the new way to go about fixing the shaft when you would bring it to the dealer. so if you want to get one best way is to take the truck in and tell them your shaft clunks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad Bowtie Posted February 1, 2007 Report Share Posted February 1, 2007 This part bothers me, why are there 2 different PN's listed? "Replace the I-Shaft with P/N 19153614. Do NOT lubricate or exercise the I-Shaft. Important: • I-shaft P/N 19155614 has been designed to replace previous designed dampened and non-dampened I-shafts. The physical difference in the yoke size will accommodate all vehicles listed in this bulletin. " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vtec Max Posted February 2, 2007 Report Share Posted February 2, 2007 no recall yet. it is just the new way to go about fixing the shaft when you would bring it to the dealer. so if you want to get one best way is to take the truck in and tell them your shaft clunks. DAMN, mine is out of warranty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vtec Max Posted February 2, 2007 Report Share Posted February 2, 2007 This part bothers me, why are there 2 different PN's listed? "Replace the I-Shaft with P/N 19153614. Do NOT lubricate or exercise the I-Shaft. Important: • I-shaft P/N 19155614 has been designed to replace previous designed dampened and non-dampened I-shafts. The physical difference in the yoke size will accommodate all vehicles listed in this bulletin. " GM PART # 19153614 $72.07 at gmpartsdirect. Hopefully that's the right one to replace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjt505 Posted February 5, 2007 Report Share Posted February 5, 2007 anyone have this done yet, I am going in this Friday for eval... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perk03z06 Posted February 13, 2007 Report Share Posted February 13, 2007 So ... which Part# is the new shaft? 19153614 or 19155614? I'm taking my truck into my favorite independent shop on Thurs., and I want to make sure they get the correct part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BmanSS Posted February 14, 2007 Report Share Posted February 14, 2007 no recall yet. it is just the new way to go about fixing the shaft when you would bring it to the dealer. so if you want to get one best way is to take the truck in and tell them your shaft clunks. Probaly under a campaign,silent recal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoolBlueSS Posted February 14, 2007 Report Share Posted February 14, 2007 So ... which Part# is the new shaft? 19153614 or 19155614? I'm taking my truck into my favorite independent shop on Thurs., and I want to make sure they get the correct part. 19153614 is the newest update. Had mine done last week. So far, so good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perk03z06 Posted February 14, 2007 Report Share Posted February 14, 2007 So ... which Part# is the new shaft? 19153614 or 19155614? I'm taking my truck into my favorite independent shop on Thurs., and I want to make sure they get the correct part. 19153614 is the newest update. Had mine done last week. So far, so good. Cooooool ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sswolfpac Posted February 14, 2007 Report Share Posted February 14, 2007 i put mine in monday for it, but my speedometer doesnt work and they wont warranty it, now im out 500 $$ , im starting to hate that chevy dealer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1BAD2K Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 i put mine in monday for it, but my speedometer doesnt work and they wont warranty it, now im out 500 $$ , im starting to hate that chevy dealer damn, you can get a stock ss or even escalade cluster for $200 on ebay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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