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#4901 of 5688 Intermediate Steering Shaft replacement /Tires by z71bill May 08, 2005 (8:37 am)
I had the "lube thing" done to the steering shaft of my 2001 Tahoe about 2 years ago under warranty. The truck is now out of warranty - and is starting to rattle again (just a little mostly on left turns)   I have read that GM is no longer doing the lube thing but has a better fix -   Anyone know anything about this - any chance GM will cover this cost since I am out of warranty?   I put a set of Liberator tires on my truck - sold by Wal-mart - manufactured by Michelin (I called Michelin to verify this)   I got the 285 75 16 size - $461.00 drive out including new stems, balance & warranty (8.25% sales tax included) I have 15K on them and they still look new.   I would give these tires an A + for value and performance - the BFG I almost bought would have cost almost $800.   The 285 75 16 size will fit - on stock wheels and will not rub on 2WD & 4x4 Silverado and Tahoes. Replies to this message: rayt2 (May 09, 2005 4:10 pm)
#4902 of 5688 Intermediate Steering Shaft by noobie1 May 08, 2005 (9:35 am)
Bill; This is the latest TSB listed for my '02'. Notice the last paragraph. Apparently there is an improved part, but nowhere in the TSB is the number revealed. I have no idea if GM is replacing it in out-of-warranty trucks. Knowing GM, not likely. If you find otherwise please post it here. The TSB has complete instructions on lubrication procedures using the available kit. If you want the full version, let me know and I'll shoot it to you.   -David   Steering - Underhood Clunking Felt in Steering Wheel   Clunking Noise Under Hood and Can Be Felt in the Steering Wheel (Lubricate the Intermediate Steering Shaft Assembly) # 00-02-35-003G - (Oct 22, 2004)   Models: 2002-2003 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade EXT 2003 Cadillac Escalade ESV 1999-2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2000-2003 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe 2002-2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 1999-2003 GMC Sierra 2000-2003 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL   This Service Bulletin DOES NOT include Mid-Size Utilities such as Buick Rainier, Chevrolet TrailBlazer/TrailBlazer EXT, GMC Envoy/Envoy XL/Envoy XUV or Oldsmobile Bravada.   Refer to Service Bulletin 02-02-35-006A for Mid-Size Utilities.   This bulletin is being revised to notify dealers that it is acceptable to service the intermediate shaft with Lubrication Kit P/N 26098419 until sufficient inventory of the replacement intermediate shaft part numbers become available from General Motors Service Parts Operations (GMSPO). Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 00-02-35-003F (Section 02 -- Steering).   P.S; Here's another tidbit found on the Chevy Silverado: Problems & Solutions thread:   #235 of 251 Re: Steering clunk [davidw1] by mikepersing May 01, 2005 (10:37 pm) Bookmark | Reply | E-mail Msg   Your clunk is an intermediate steering shaft problem, (like gm told you), but they didnt tell you there is a fix. Greasing is only temporary and the clunk will come back. I just had mine replaced and so did my brother. there is a new redesigned shaft available to replace the old faulty one. Unfortunately the part is on NATIONAL back order and could take over a month to get. The dealer told me the number of trucks with the bad part is enormous, and the demand for new parts is too. So you might have to wait for your part. So go to your dealer and set him straight this is a known problem to GM and they should know this, mine did. good luck.
#4903 of 5688 Re: Parts List [noobie1] by obyone May 09, 2005 (5:00 am)
Replying to: noobie1 (May 07, 2005 12:06 pm) Nope haven't received any email.
#4904 of 5688 Parts Manuals by fishwood May 09, 2005 (2:44 pm)
Hi. Where can I find on-line parts diagrams with Chevy parts numbers - including body parts: 2000 & 2002 Silverados? THANKS.
#4905 of 5688 fish by ryanbab May 09, 2005 (4:07 pm)
what in particular are you looking for?   I have it printed out and can get some #s for you if needed.
#4906 of 5688 Re: Intermediate Steering Shaft replacement /Tires [z71bill] by rayt2 May 09, 2005 (4:10 pm)
Replying to: z71bill (May 08, 2005 8:37 am) Z Bill,   Same here,had the shaft done in warranty and now out of warranty clunk starting to reappear. I'll see what local dealer service mgr. says about the "lube kit" or if they will go for the 2nd replacement shaft. Just made last payment on truck in April, go figure it's time for things to start running up a tab again.   After seeing GM & Ford get reduced to "Junk" classification on stock it's no wonder their having problems selling and keeping customers.   Ray T.
#4907 of 5688 Re: Intermediate Steering Shaft replacement /Tires [z71bill] by rayt2 by shiftless May 09, 2005 (4:41 pm)
If you use the "Lube Kit", scrap the lube they include with the kit and replace it with a good wheel bearing grease. The thicker grease will provide the required "Space Filler" for a much longer time. The grease included in the kit I purchased (for about $15) was a high pressure lube typically used for chassis lubrication and much too thin for the steering shaft splines.   Ed Replies to this message: rayt2 (May 10, 2005 7:07 am)
#4908 of 5688 Re: Intermediate Steering Shaft replacement /Tires [z71bill] by rayt2 [shiftless] by rayt2 May 10, 2005 (7:07 am)
Replying to: shiftless (May 09, 2005 4:41 pm) Ed,   What's the point of the "kit" if you scrap the included lube? Or is there an applicator that you need to do the job included and will it work with a heavier grease?   Ray T.
#4909 of 5688 Re: Intermediate Steering Shaft replacement /Tires [z71bill] by rayt2 [shif by shiftless1 May 10, 2005 (8:26 am)
The kit includes a very special plug which makes it possible to push the new grease through the spline. Using the syringe included with the kit, the heavier grease and a little more effort, the operation was quite painless and effective. The instructions in the kit were straight forward and helpful. The plug and syringe can be used again so the cost of the kit is a one-time-expense.   Ed
#4910 of 5688 Active center diff in 242 transfer case by balig May 12, 2005 (1:18 am)
Is it possible to get an active center diff for the 242 transfercase? That is one that can be electronically controlled. It can be open or locked as in most 242's, and partially locked by clutches, like a 246 transfercase but fulltime 4WD. Or is there any simple way to make one? The electronic controls pose no great difficulty. I have been using a 241C, compete in the vehicle and would prefer to have partial locking of the center diff depending on brake pressure, steering angle etc but need the fulltime 4WD that the 246 doesn't have. I need it to fit a 32 spline transmission shaft (th400, 4L80e) Or does anyone know who knows these New Venture (New Process) transfer cases inside out? Keith

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