Why does my steering make a clunking noise?
The strut bearings were the source of the noise. The new painted intermediate steering shaft does not fix the problem. There are many reports of those starting to clunk as well. Most times the clunking is the i-shaft, but it can also come from the rack and pinion or the struts.
Why do I hear a whining sound when I turn the steering wheel?
If the sound you hear when turning the steering wheel is a whining sound, then it is most likely the power steering pump failing. The power steering pump helps make taking turns easier.
Why does my Pontiac G6 make a clunking noise?
The clunk noise may be caused by a slip/stick condition between the inner and outer components of the intermediate shaft. Revised design intermediate shafts went into production in the 2009 model year and are the only design currently available through GMSPO since approximately September 2008.
Why does my steering wheel pop when I turn?
You’ll also notice this “pop” in the steering wheel. If this happens, it’s commonly associated with bearings that have completely worn out and can lead to significant suspension component failure. You need to have your steering rack mounting bushings replaced if this occurs.
The strut bearings were the source of the noise. The new painted intermediate steering shaft does not fix the problem. There are many reports of those starting to clunk as well. Most times the clunking is the i-shaft, but it can also come from the rack and pinion or the struts.
If the sound you hear when turning the steering wheel is a whining sound, then it is most likely the power steering pump failing. The power steering pump helps make taking turns easier.
The clunk noise may be caused by a slip/stick condition between the inner and outer components of the intermediate shaft. Revised design intermediate shafts went into production in the 2009 model year and are the only design currently available through GMSPO since approximately September 2008.
What to do when your steering wheel clicks?
1. Remove the intermediate shaft pinch bolt at the steering gear end. 2. Install a new bolt, GM P/N 26058124 (Chevrolet, Pontiac) or P/N 26046722 (Saturn), but do not tighten the bolt at this time. 3. Pry the clamp up using a pry bar to position the bolt into the upper part of the groove as shown above. This will position the clamp off the bevel.