Steering Column - Clunk/Rattle on Rough Roads
NO: 19-02-95BGROUP: Steering
DATE: Nov. 3, 1995
SUBJECT:
Clunk or Rattle Felt in Steering Wheel/Column Over Rough Surfaces
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 19-02-95 Rev. A DATED AUGUST 11, 1995 WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. A PRODUCTION DATE WHERE THE CONDITION NO LONGER APPLIES HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED. REVISIONS AND CHANGES ARE MARKED WITH **ASTERISKS**.
MODELS:
1994 - 1995 (BR) Ram Truck
**NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO JANUARY 1, 1995 (MDH 01-01-XX).**
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Rattle or clunk felt in steering column while driving on bumpy or rough road surfaces, or while making a turn.
DIAGNOSIS:
Perform inspection of front suspension and steering components, including a check of all fasteners for proper torque as specified in the appropriate Service Manual. Test drive the vehicle on a rough or bumpy road. With both hands on the steering wheel, feel for a clunk or listen for a rattling type noise. If felt or heard, follow the repair procedure.
**NOTE:
THE REPAIR PROCEDURE WILL NOT RESOLVE CONCERNS ON VEHICLES BUILT AFTER JANUARY 1, 1995 (MDH 01-01-XX). FOR FURTHER DIAGNOSIS REFER TO STEERING AND SUSPENSION DIAGNOSIS.
PARTS REQUIRED:
1 52079243 Intermediate Shaft 1994 - 4x4 or 4x2 and 4x4 Cab Chassis
1 52079241 Intermediate Shaft 1994 - 4x2 (Except 4x2 Cab Chassis)
1 4798174 Steering Column 1994 & 1995 - Tilt - Auto. Transmission
1 4798175 Steering Column 1994 & 1995 - Non-Tilt - Auto. Transmission
1 4798176 Steering Column 1994 & 1995 - Tilt - Manual Transmission
1 4798177 Steering Column 1994 & 1995 - Non-Tilt Manual Transmission
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
This bulletin involves the replacement of the steering column and intermediate shaft on 1994 models and the replacement of only the column on 1995 models.
1. Follow the Steering Wheel/Air Bag Removal & Installation Procedures as specified in Suspension and Steering.
2. A new pinch bolt (P/N 6503210) should be installed whenever the intermediate shaft is disconnected from the steering column or the steering gear.
3. Follow the Steering Column and Intermediate Shaft Removal & Installation Procedures as specified in Suspension and Steering.
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No: 19-20-83-92 (1994 BR) 1.4 Hrs.
19-20-83-93 (1995 BR) 1.3 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE: P8 - New Part