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Old Jul 13, 2022 | 03:45 PM
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A clunk ?

2011 LT 2.2
Backing up to park at my house. Maybe 5 mph .
a light turn the steering left/right I can feel a small clunk.in the steering wheel
Can not hear it but you feel it !
I know I have read about a clunk in the steering before and am serarching threads, Any input ? Thanks

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Old Jul 13, 2022 | 05:10 PM
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Intermediate shaft. It has a universal joint that is a POS. Not a safety issue.
Old Jul 13, 2022 | 07:46 PM
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X2^^^ have someone turn the steering wheel look for movement in the yoke under the hood.
Check the LCA’s rear bushings, both sides
Old Jul 13, 2022 | 07:51 PM
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Thanks a lot guys. I'll get it checked out. If I need LCA MOOG still a good choice ?

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Old Jul 13, 2022 | 07:53 PM
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Yes or AC Delco, check the RockAuto site , do not order stamped steel LCA’s
Old Jul 13, 2022 | 08:02 PM
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The clunk, thump, etc thread is linked to in my signature.
Old Jul 14, 2022 | 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by RJ_RS_SS_350
The clunk, thump, etc thread is linked to in my signature.
Thanks for the link
Old Jul 26, 2022 | 02:53 PM
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Steering Wheel Shaft parts ?

I mentioned awhile ago I can feel a very light clunk forward or reverse parking. common issue I know
Part brands can be hit or miss on quality !
What is the best brand to use ?
I assume the whole shaft ?
Just want to do it once and from the part prices I see not too bad in price.
It will be done at a shop and will have the radiator flushed while there !
When I ask the shop what brand they use I want to be sure it is a good one !
Any idea of approximate cost, ???
I know labor varies by state
My guess $300.00/$400.00 With parts ?
About how many hrs to change it ?

Flush and refill is about $150.00
And no way will I do it lol

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Old Jul 26, 2022 | 04:17 PM
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If you grab the shaft and twist does it move?
Old Jul 26, 2022 | 04:37 PM
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Intermediate shaft labor is 0.9 hours. The part at GM is $206.74.
I thought the clunk was when turning the wheel? If it is when backing and forwarding it is more likely the LCA bushings.



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