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#106 of 115 Power steering hoses by sandhog Mar 02, 2008 (7:12 am)
I have an 06 Impala SS with aprox.18500 miles on it.Im in NY state so it can get a little chilly here in the winter.My wife went to back the car out of the driveway Friday morning and had no steering.She called the dealer and he had it towed in.It seems that there is a problem with the power steering hoses on the Impalas.The SS and regular models are affected.GM is aware of the problem asd I recieved a bulletin from the dealership explaining the problem,and the fix. It is also known on the Monte Carlos also.
#107 of 115 Re: Multiple questions and problems [robinlynn2] by petshot Mar 08, 2008 (9:35 am)
Replying to: robinlynn2 (May 15, 2005 6:40 pm) i also have a 2002 impala. the traction control system light comes on for no reason daily for a week or so and then i won't have a problem with it for a couple of months. my gas gauge is also wacked out. i never know how much gas i have because the gauge will say full one minute and almost empty the next, so i just get gas every couple of days so i know i won't run out. last but not least i have a grinding in front end, thought it was brakes but it only happens when it is cold. once i drive for a couple of minutes it is fine. Replies to this message: axinut (Mar 08, 2008 7:07 pm) nosirrahg (Mar 09, 2008 6:36 pm) mikeny38 (Oct 28, 2008 3:20 pm)
#108 of 115 Re: Multiple questions and problems [petshot] by axinut Mar 08, 2008 (7:07 pm)
Replying to: petshot (Mar 08, 2008 9:35 am) A simple way to fix the gas gauge issue may be to run a couple of tanks of gas with "Techron" in it, two of the major oil companies has Techron in their gas, I think they are Chevron and Texaco. Sometimes this will solve the problem. Replies to this message: nosirrahg (Mar 09, 2008 6:36 pm)
#109 of 115 Re: Multiple questions and problems [axinut] by nosirrahg Mar 09, 2008 (6:36 pm)
Replying to: axinut (Mar 08, 2008 7:07 pm) When my 2000 Impala was fairly new I had a problem with a clogged injector, which was fairly expensive to repair as I recall. Someone suggested running a fuel-injector cleaner (like Techron, which was the brand I bought most often) through the system ever time I changed oil, which I did. I never had any more fuel system problems...never had fuel gauge problems either, but can't say that was necessarily due to using the fuel system cleaners.
#110 of 115 Techron by axinut Mar 11, 2008 (5:46 pm)
This is a very common issue with Corvettes of this vintage, a tank of gas with Techron in it will usually cure the situation.
#111 of 115 Re: 06 impala with a clunk/rattle from steering column [quietpro] by eddiemc63 Aug 08, 2008 (11:30 am)
Replying to: quietpro (Jan 26, 2008 7:19 pm) A new TSB was issued on 3/27/08. This does include a new designed ISS. The number is 19179923. The TSB is 01-02-32-001O   #01-02-32-001O: Clunk Felt/Noise Heard From Stering Column, Steering Gear and/or Front of Vehicle During Turnign Maneuver and/or Steering Wheel Rotation (Replace Intermediate Shaft As Directed) - (Mar 27, 2008)   Models:2001-2004 Buick Regal 2005-2007 Buick Allure (Canada Only), LaCrosse 2000-2008 Chevrolet Impala 2000-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue 2004-2007 Pontiac Grand Prix   This bulletin is being revised to provide new I-shaft part numbers for servicing Allure and LaCrosse vehicles built PRIOR to January 1, 2006. A Corrective Action Summary has been added to this bulletin for quick reference. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 01-02-32-001N (Section 02 -- Steering). Corrective Action Summary:   Model Year Vehicle Line Corrective Action 2001-2004 Buick Regal Replace using P/N 19179922 2005-2006 Buick Allure/LaCrosse (built PRIOR to January 1, 2006) Replace using P/N 25829292 2006-2007 Buick Allure/LaCrosse (built AFTER to January 1, 2006) Replace using P/N 25828562 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala Replace using P/N 19179923 2006-2008 Chevrolet Impala Replace using P/N 25913681 2000-2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Replace using P/N 19179922 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Replace using P/N 25913680 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue Replace using P/N 19179922 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Replace using P/N 25913680 Condition   Some customers may comment on a clunk type noise coming from the front of the vehicle while driving during a turning maneuver. This condition may also be felt through the steering wheel when the vehicle is stationary and the wheel is rotated from steering stop to steering stop. Some vehicles may only exhibit the noise once for every 360° of wheel rotation. On all other vehicles, this clunk noise will be noticed during low speed acceleration or deceleration, typically in light turns of the steering wheel or when applying/releasing the brakes. Cause   This condition may be caused by a "slip stick" condition resulting in the clunk noise or feel through the steering wheel. Diagnostic Tip   Important: This condition is commonly misdiagnosed as originating in the steering gear and has resulted in the replacement of numerous steering gears without correcting the concern. Attempt to duplicate the customer's concern and isolate the I-shaft by following the procedure below: Locate a large area (parking lot) where the vehicle can be turned in a tight circle. Turn the steering wheel to the right and/or left all the way to the steering lock, then off the steering lock a 1/4 turn. Drive the vehicle approximately 5 km/h (3 mph) in a circle, preferably over rough pavement or seams on the road surface. If a clunk is felt in the steering wheel, the MOST likely cause is the I-shaft -- not the steering gear. Continue with the correction. Drive the vehicle straight ahead at idle speed while applying and releasing the brake pedal. Listen/feel the steering wheel for the clunk-/noise condition. Correction   DO THIS DON'T DO THIS Replace the intermediate shaft DO NOT lube the intermediate shaft. Replace the existing intermediate shaft using the service procedure found in Service Information. Parts Information   Part Number Description 19179922 Shaft -- Steering Gear Coupling '01-'04 Buick Regal '00-'05 Chev Monte Carlo '98-'02 Olds Intrigue 19179923 Shaft -- Steering Gear Coupling '00-'05 Chev Impala 25913680 Shaft -- Steering Gear Coupling '06-'07 Chev Monte Carlo '04-'08 Pont Grand Prix 25913681 Shaft -- Steering Gear Coupling '06-'08 Chev Impala 25829292 Shaft -- Steering Gear Coupling '05-'06 Buick Allure and LaCrosse vehicles built PRIOR to January 1, 2006 25828562 Shaft -- Steering Gear Coupling ’06-'07 Buick Allure and LaCrosse vehicles built AFTER January 1, 2006 Warranty Information   For vehicles repaired under warranty, use: Labor Operation Description Labor Time E7700 Shaft, Steering Intermediate - R&R Use Published Labor Operation Time
#112 of 115 Re: Multiple questions and problems [petshot] by mikeny38 Oct 28, 2008 (3:20 pm)
Replying to: petshot (Mar 08, 2008 9:35 am) I also having the same issue with my 2002. Did you ever get answers?
#113 of 115 Re: Noisy rear suspension [quietpro] by nassto Dec 03, 2008 (10:37 am)
Replying to: quietpro (Jan 26, 2008 7:44 pm) I have an 07 Impala that started doing the same thing this fall at about 45k miles (also cooler weather). I suspect the valves in the MacPherson struts are a poor design and are getting "slappy" with age. Too bad as other than that this is a perfect car.
#114 of 115 Re: 2006 Chevy Impala Steering Problem! [endurancemom] by JZT317 Dec 04, 2008 (9:48 am)
Replying to: endurancemom (Feb 17, 2008 3:24 am) I have a 2001 Impala, and it sounds like your power steering is going out. Mine went out around 70,000 miles so that might be what it is.

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