For 1990-2009 cars only
Steering System Moan, Groan, Shudder and/or Vibration Type Noise During Low Speed Turning Maneuvers (Replace Steering Gear)
| Subject: | Steering System Moan, Groan, Shudder and/or Vibration Type Noise During Low Speed Turning Maneuvers (Replace Steering Gear) |
| Models: | 2004-2005 Buick Rainier |
| 2003-2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer, TrailBlazer EXT |
| 2003-2005 GMC Envoy, Envoy XL |
| 2004-2005 GMC Envoy XUV |
| 2003-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada |
| Short Wheelbase Utilities Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint 52123375 |
| Long Wheelbase Utilities Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint 56137280 |
This bulletin is being revised to remove the 2002 model year and add the long wheelbase utilities. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 04-02-32-007 (Section 02 -- Steering).
Condition
Some customers may comment on a moan, groan, shudder and/or vibration noise while making low speed turning maneuvers. Customers usually notice this condition in parking lot turning maneuvers.
Correction
- Diagnose the power steering concern. Refer to Symptoms - Power Steering System (SI Document ID #670351).
- Replace the steering gear with a newly designed steering gear. See the parts information below. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement (SI Document ID #742314).
Parts Information
Part Number | Description | Qty |
|---|---|---|
88965356 | Gear Kit, Steering (Short Wheelbase Utilities) | 1 |
88967181 | Gear Kit, Steering (Long Wheelbase Utilities) | 1 |
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time |
|---|---|---|
E9740 | Gear Assembly, Power Steering - Replace | Use published labor operation time |
E2000 | Toe, Front - Adjust |
