Here's The Problem With 1999-2006 Chevrolet GMC Truck STEERING CLUNK!! AND HOW TO FIX!!

Here's The Problem With 1999-2006 Chevrolet GMC Truck STEERING CLUNK!! AND HOW TO FIX!!
Here's The Problem With 1999-2006 Chevrolet GMC Truck Intermediate Steering Shaft CLUNK!!
This 1999-2006 GMT800, Sierra, Silverado, Yukon, Tahoe and Suburban full-size truck intermediate steering shaft clunk problem has been thoroughly addressed by many online. Dorman, the aftermarket automotive part company, makes a replacement part to the factory unit that is supposedly updated to fix the issues that the original part had. Well, after just a couple of years with my replacement part, I'm having to replace the intermediate steering shaft bearing ( Dorman 905-512 ) again. I've also replaced the actual intermediate steering shaft around the same time I replaced the bearing just to be safe and to "never have to worry about this again". That didn't work out. Good thing it's relatively easy to replace!
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[@Mr42960]

One tip I will share that should reduce wear on all steering related components, from column to tie rod ends. Never turn the steering wheel unless the vehicle is rolling. It takes far more effort to turn a static wheel even if you don't feel the extra effort because your power steering is assisting you. Of course there is always the circumstance where you have to turn the wheel while stopped but I have trained myself to avoid that when possible.

[@ebabdbgbbbebbluesman6115]

Good advice, but seems damn near impossible driving a truck in parking lots and backing in trailers

[@spol1622]

You kind of have to do it whenever you are backing up to park and you have to get into position at an angle.

[@wonniewarrior]

Another 1 is some people have a ton of stuff on their key rings, and when they put them in the ignition, thats alot of weight pulling it downwards risking breaking the ignition lock prematurely.

[@teaganna5970]

Wow, this is a good tip. Definitely watching out for that now.

[@lewiskalinde6073]

Thanks for the information ! I makes me understand very well !!!

[@spelunkerd]

You've got a real talent for making watchable videos. Great commentary, excellent lighting, and humble discussion.

[@gavincurtis]

Amazing coincidence. My daughter’s Power Wheel’s Jeep has the exact same part.

[@alphasaiyan5760]

I’d buy that for a dollar !

[@dashingdave2665]

Hahaha, its why i looked at the video too!

[@curtisosborn7165]

Yeah GM keeps them safe from early on, and they make parts for others, lol 😆.

[@xephael3485]

All Jeeps use parts like this 🤪

[@MasonAK.1]

Maaaan, I wish I would've known it was this easy years ago so I could've fixed my grandfather's number 1 gripe about his truck before he passed away... I could only imagine his response if he would've been around to see how cheaply these bearings are made.

[@samsquires2877]

Thats what you get for Buying Dorman. When I replaced my intermediate steering shaft I use the Updated GM one which is the right one to use not the cheap Chinese Dorman one. I don’t trust Dorman to have my life in their hands.

[@ne2i]

Dorman is junk...

[@asherdie]

@@OOOOOO12345 your local dealer does

[@safffff1000]

Well if it was GM from the factory and was so good, why do you have to replace it, and why would you use the companies part that failed?

[@asherdie]

@@safffff1000 after a few hundred thousand miles, mechanical things wear.

[@noelleonard2498]

It's all Chinese, dont kid yourself

[@EmeraldEnchantments]

All manufacturers use cheap plastic everywhere. We want affordable cars but still want all the features. We also want good paying jobs, like the auto industry. In the other hand we want everything to be built with durability in mind. You can't have both. I was an gm tech for 10 years, work on many brands. They are all the same and have their own list of problems. Now i work production in an auto plant. I see the tremendous cost of building a vehicle. When our plant goes down for any reason it costs us 32,000 $ a minute. If you ate buying used look up the typical problems and decide if you can live with that. If not find a list you can live with. Great video.

[@DBMac58]

That part is junk! It should be metal. That part is designed to fail.

[@noniespam]

Typical GM. Seriously ball bearing on plastic?

[@s99614]

Dorman parts are famous for failing pretty quickly.

[@punker4Real]

the main issue when it doe syou have no steering it's a real screw up things like this the steering should have NO plastic this includes the brakes and fuel lines

[@waterheaterservices]

We are driving piles of plastic these days

[@MoparMadness93]

@@s99614 that’s if they work at all at first

[@makeminefreedom]

When my 2001 GMC Sierra 2500HD was new it had this problem. The dealer did a test drive and told me there was a problem with the steering spline and that they would repair it under warranty. Skip forward almost 20 years later I am hearing that sound again. My truck has relatively low mileage but I am guessing the hits from pot holes have finally taken their toll. The bearings may be part of the problem but the plastic spacer between the steering wheel shaft is definitely the biggest problem. I am not an engineer but it seems they went with a plastic spacer to help absorb and reduce road vibration through the steering wheel column but there is a problem with plastic. As it ages it elongates and creates a gap between the spacer and the steering shaft. Thanks for making this video. Now I know exactly how to repair this problem.

[@elohssa3949]

I don’t have one of these vehicles but I’ll tell you this you did one hell of a job videotaping.It’s clear the instructions are crystal clear and I found it very entertaining thank you for the video

[@mattmiller7641]

I rarely comment, but just wanted to say thank you for the trick of using the 15/16" wrench to install the bearing the rest of the way. I was fighting the last 2", tried a bunch of other ways, cussed, then remembered the wrench and magic...slid right into place. Done. Thanks!!!

[@garrycoy806]

Bin driving my 2004 daily driver Silverado for almost 17 years like that. Thanks for the information, if I knew it was that easy! I'm going to order the part from rock auto this weekend. Thanks a million, great video! G.C. Del city, Oklahoma. USA.

[@gunnutmike]

I had the same “clunk” with my 2006 Silverado when it was under warranty. They fixed the problem for about four years, then it came back. Thanks for posting this, I’ll check and see if it’s the problem.

[@t.scottswirles3052]

Thank you for this video. My daily driver is a 2003 Silverado 5.3 with 175K miles. During the warranty period, it went to the dealer with this same knocking complaint from the steering, while driving at low speeds on uneven surfaces. The RO stated the intermediate steering shaft was replaced. Years later, the noise has returned, especially on hot days. I plan to replace the bearing assembly that you did before Summer arrives. Maybe the tech shot some grease into this bearing assembly at the same time he replaced the intermediate shaft.

[@ryanmcfall7725]

A metal bearing with a plastic race? Seems like there should be a mod in the aftermarket?

[@adriantomlin2902]

Yeah exactly! How stupid is this?!

[@GilmerJohn]

@@adriantomlin2902 -- Well, the shaft coming from the steering wheel isn't particularly well made: it looks like just rough bar stock. That's all that's needed: maybe cut some threads (or whatever) at one end and drill/punch a hole at the other end. But a bit of "conformity" is needed. That's why everything that touches metal is made of plastic. The outer tube, for example, is just cold rolled steel that's formed into a tube. If one part is a bit "out of round" the plastic helps things continue to function. On the lubrication issue: that's a toss up. More grease (and the use of grease that might harden) can cause it's own problems. At the minimum, it will attract some dust. I think the host did the right thing, however, when he added some high quality grease.

[@iamtheoffenderofall]

You never seen 2WD Ford front wheel bearings.

[@autotalon]

It seems like someone could just make a piece of delrin with two bearings in it that fits this, some good sealed bearings would probably outlast the vehicle.

[@noelleonard2498]

The aftermarket fix is dont buy a chevy.

[@ChevySS1968]

I replaced this bearing on my '03 Silverado, plus I did the intermediate steering shaft as well. Clunk all gone. I really love my '03. It still runs like new, with a great ride. Chevy should have simply continued making this model, but instead the new trucks all are cheapified with crappy leather, horrible Chinese-looking plastics, and that God-awful AFM. GM has lost their freakin' minds.

[@rexbentley8332]

Result of bean counters, lawyers, and girls running things.

[@richardhunter1502]

This is one of the best "fix-it" videos I've ever seen. Great Job. Wondering if your a science teacher. Thats what it reminded me of: the science teacher giving great explanations!!

[@SM-ke6jq]

Thanks so much for making this video. My 2006 Sierra had the clunking in the steering wheel for a couple of years, so I decided to take it to a reputable auto repair shop. They told me I needed a new steering rack, pitman arm, and upper and lower control arms. Can you say $$$$? I ended up doing this procedure and BINGO. No more clunking. It's like a new truck now.

[@lynnmckenney1987]

I'm kind of surprised that no one has made a metal replacement like doorman!

[@JimVincitore]

I drove a 1986 Ford Taurus for 25 years. 350,000 miles, same engine, 3 trannies. That steering wheel U-joint under the dash went bad in about a year. Ford wanted hundreds to fix it. I just wrapped duct tape about it, and it worked fine forever, never had to change the tape.

[@gonagain]

You are really good at describing exactly how to do this job. I don't even have to do this, but watched anyway.

[@mikebishop4346]

I’m surprised that they don’t use a brass bushing but what do I know . Great video Jimmy thanks

[@mikeobrien3744]

You know how to build things so they last. That whole design is garbage.

[@Highspeedoffset1]

My daily is a 2000 Dakota, Same strategy as you. Change anything that looks questionable and fix every thing that breaks. Keep up the good work!

[@automan1223]

The very best engineering from General Motors. Only one company making a sub par replacement....

[@hayzeproductions7093]

Depending the grease that manufactures use. It was probably cost affective for them to be cheap and use lack of grease because its a moving part that does not move fast enough to retain or create heat. However, there can be some safety issues behind this situation if too much grease was on the bearings and the truck is sitting on a hot sunny day. Grease will begin to sweat and leak which could get on electronics and wires under the dash.

[@lisab3396]

Had you used a little of that super lube on the outside of the new bearing at the end where the tabs are, you just may have found it a bit easier to slide and snap into position.

[@dannyo6699]

We keep driving these trucks because they are still good trucks, not like their current contemporaries. Anything that keeps us updated as to watch for always helps. I had an issue with my 99 Silverado 4X4 over the past week. I went out to drive it one morning this past week, and the automatic 4X4 controls went dark and the truck was stuck in second gear in low transfer case. Basically limp home mode. I did a considerable amount of searching online as to what could have been the issue...even pulled out the 4X4 fuse in the panel beside the drivers door...it was fine. After a few more days, I discovered there is a second fuse in the fuse box under the hood, called ATC (Automatic Transfer Case). If you didn't know that was what that was, you wouldn't know, and evidently when this kind of thing happens, this is the fuse that blows. It was blown, and replacing it restored the truck to working order. I don't know what the 4X4 fuse is for, probably the electric motor on the transfer case itself. Who knows. Anyway, Glad to know what to look for if this happens to my truck and it doesn't seem too hard to correct it.

[@stephenertz430]

Great GM engineering on a part that could last forever if it was made of metal I hope the engineers were properly compensated for their stupidity

[@rangerismine]

I added grease to mine when I changed it a year ago. So far so good.

[@guycobham4978]

I got a sealed roller bearing from a steering column co in Utah. Fit perfect. I have this column in my diesel rear engine motor home. Who knew :}

[@3121cKOne]

Hey Jimmy! We love watching your Channel, your video's are always very educational & informative. Great job at filming in such a tight space. Keep up the great work... You're The BEST!

[@wilburtubbs2438]

I have been a mechanic all of my life until 07 in chevy dealerships and did not know of this problem I have lubricated many intermediate shafts under warranty

[@immikeurnot]

"... a bunch of springs in there." The clock spring isn't actually a spring; it's a spiral-wound flat cable that connects all the electrical stuff on your steering wheel - horn switch, air bag, audio controls, etc. - to the steering column. FWIW, pulling the upper column assembly isn't very hard in these trucks. Worth the extra little bit of work to avoid the yoga moves, sharp corners and tight confines to do this job.

[@justinwoosley3188]

I got a 99 Silverado 108k and haven’t had to get that yet but it has needed a lot of work for something so new looking gotta love a Chevy

[@kkoch666]

21 years old and wonder why it needs some work?

[@justinwoosley3188]

@@kkoch666 yeah I understand how old it is,but you would think a garage kept one with 108k wouldn’t need much work, we put injectors fuel pump window motors front end new transmission, my 95 Toyota Corolla didn’t need anything but a timing belt and it had 80k miles on it, gm is just cheaper my Toyota wasn’t garage kept wasn’t a one owner it didn’t leak nothing, sadly my 5.3 leaks from a good bit of spots she’s a great truck tho runs and runs just got it trying to get everything sorted,

[@usm-4kagnew165]

I was a Chevy guy for 25 years. In 1990 I.found the best way to fix a Chevy is, buy a Toyota.

[@christopherjones512]

Period

[@TetraHydroCannabinolTHC]

Yea Toy-otas are great but they cant haul

[@rickyuyehara4908]

😂

[@USAPatriotMan]

On a Toyota that $33 part would have cost $330

[@brooksgarage3623]

I'm always amused by the Toyota trucks with American flag stickers. Personally, I'll walk home before I buy some Asian truck. I know I know, "the parts are Asian" blah blah blah. I don't give a rat's ass. BOWTIE TILL I DIE

[@fidelgalvan3533]

HE SPEAKS ENGLISH VERY WELL. IM FROM MÉXICO AND MY FIRST LENGUAGE IS SPANISH,I UNDERSTAND ENGLISH TOO. I LIKE HIS ENGLISH,HE SPEAKS CLEARLY !!

[@1RoadGarage]

Thank you bother! 🙏

[@meleroatl8602]

El abla bien porke es americano Thats why

[@fidelgalvan3533]

@@meleroatl8602 hay americanos que hablan muy mal el inglés,no lo hablan claro,pareciera que hablan "un dialecto derivado del inglés"" Si miras unas movies americanas a los actores no se les entiende nada. Que gran diferencia de quien en verdad sabe hablar un inglés claro,este KZbinr si fue a la escuela

[@jewllake]

I think with these parts you should use the GM ones and not Doorman. I like that you packed that bearing with extra lube. I bet if you did that to the GM one you'd be fine as I don't trust many doorman products.

[@cup_and_cone]

You cannot buy a GM one. They are discontinued.

[@jewllake]

@@cup_and_cone well that sucks! I bought one like 8 years ago for my old sierra that I sold. My Yukon has stability control so it has the bearing built into the sensor.

[@elihu217qd5150]

I am wiser now. I just saw your video...two days too late...I had my car at the mechanics for this same 'noise' issue, he fixed it with the same part you used but charged me $572.00

[@tonystout1545]

Did this give you that genuine GM feeling? There's a reason this lifelong GM owner left them 4 years ago and didn't look back.

[@siryarwammowray3445]

So what vehicle do you drive now does it ever break down i been in alot of shops full of all kinds of vehicles id like to find one that never breaks down

[@panzerwaffen2873]

Used to be a gm car guy... No anymore

[@siryarwammowray3445]

Who cares

[@RollerCoasterLineProductions]

Same here LOL I went w a Subaru crosstrek. Drove genuine GM junk my entire life.

[@siryarwammowray3445]

@@RollerCoasterLineProductions happy for you my truck 16 years old stop going strong if it ever stops be glad to get another long lasting piece of GM junk

[@Yeti420]

I changed this part in about 20 mins was easy to take out easy to put in. Best way I found to take it out was disconnect steering shaft to gear box. Then use a flat head screwdriver and a hammer to hit old bearing out. Putting back in was simple just slipped on. Connected steering shaft back and took for a drive. Clunk noise was completely gone.

[@michaelwhite984]

Doesn't bode well for the Dorman bearing I just installed a few months back. I replaced the intermediate shaft with the updated ACDelco at the same time, and while it is MUCH better every once in a while I get a slight clunk. Looks like I should expect the bearing replacement to be needed again sometime. I'll definitely pack the bearing like you did, though.

[@mjb12141963]

Not knowing what kind of lube was on that bearing set you should have cleaned the original off. Mixing greases that are incompatible can cause a reaction that could cause the grease to liquefy and the part to fail. Same for greasing wheel bearings. You should always wash the old grease out to not only get the old grease but the dirt that will shorten the life of bearings. If you are having trouble repeatedly with a particular part there is something else that is likely causing the part to fail.

[@agostinodibella9939]

Good thing you took it apart to see how little grease was in there. Hopefully the new one will last as long as the original!

[@bradminor746]

If you go back and watch when you popped the bearing out to grease it the old bearing cage had broke away from the center cone while the new bearing was all one piece. Mabye a new and improved design love the video

[@denalirescues1745]

I have a 2005 GMC Yukon Denali XL. I did the shaft and bearing got rid of the clunk and made my steering tighter and that was four years ago now. I have original (96,788) miles

[@anthonycarlini7669]

Got the same clunking in my 01 chevy suburban, going to look at this part next. Replaced the idler arm assembly and both tie rods already since those had play in them.

[@jackbradley6042]

Thank you Jimmy for this valuable information. I have an 02 GMC Sierra which is doing the exact same thing. Now I know what to do to fix it. Thank you brother.

[@waltergale23]

You saved me a lot of money! Thanks keep up the good work!

[@Outindacold]

Good and Dorman do not belong in a sentence lol. Great job showing this repair.

[@TheProjectHelpDesk]

I had a 2005 Sierra. The dealer 'fixed' the knock by packing more grease under the bearing as a TSB under warranty. That lasted until the warranty ran out and started knocking again. Then I fixed it when I traded the truck in for a 2018. Now I have the 'Chevy Shake'. Getting tired of defending GM :)

[@thompsona10625]

I wonder if thousands of miles of cab flex; while subtle, was firm enough to create dimples is the plastic race. I see a lot of comments knocking on GM for this poor design; however, all manufacturers have their Achilles heel as well as their strong points. It’s all about your love for your car and how familiar it is to you when it requires repair. Simple fix and it wouldn’t deter me from buying an otherwise great vehicle.

[@jonurton7826]

A few tips , many companies use this same part . They wear prematurely if you steer without your wheels turning , if you adjust your steering wheel every time you get in your vehicle it wears out as well

[@burmesebeef]

much appreciated for sharing with us! Going to order this part now

[@michael1294]

Very helpful. Thanks. I have been wanting to do the intermediate shaft with the updated design and the bearing for a while.

[@daijoubu4529]

I'll remove the individual ball bearing holder/race and fill it with more bearings and use plastic safe lubricant (not petroleum based grease)

[@jamesphillips7283]

Just spent 4000.00 at Firestone because i can't bend my neck very well to do these things anymore. Both u joint and bearing out in steering column of course had them fix ac since it blew hot air for about a year since its been 108 all week figured id get that fixed too

[@laszlovass7326]

Step 1. Remove the front seat. Step 2 lay down 2 or 3 foam camping foam mattresses. Step 4 catch 20 min nap. Step 5 get coffee. Step 6 have your 10 year old get their hands under the dash. ........

[@garykentner7557]

Very informative and thank you sir my clunky 02 was supposed to be fixed at the dealership it’s noisy again thanks for the update

[@opera93]

Thanks, interestingly, got a “ Clunking/Knock, & maybe pump leak”” in my 2007:Canyon LS/ 4 CYL: doing the replace of : PSTEER FLUID IN, RESORVOIR with, SEALANT / Lube, ETC.. !! HAVE not started looking, or my Mechanic checking rack/ steer hubs,etc,. YET!!

[@fatimadnoor7563]

Last year I had a 2004 suburban just like yours , I never noticed the steering wheel bearing until I was going about 3 miles an hour on our extremely bumpy backyard, that's when I heard clunking in the steering wheel. I thought it was the ball joints. But after selling it I found out it was just that small part 😭 well update. I now own a 2006 chevrolet suburban 2wd

[@richardwalkey6358]

Holy. Got a 05 Tahoe. That sounds like crud when turn sometimes. Gonna look at that soon ! Thanks for the video!

[@Summitve]

I think it shouldn't have a lot of grease as it traps dust and dirt which shortens the life of the plastic part, making it abrasive over time.

[@adriantomlin2902]

They should not have been made with plastic??!!

[@adriantomlin2902]

They should not have been made with plastic??!!

[@WellsLarry]

Bought my 2003 Silverado new. I had a noise problem with the steering column. The truck was still in warranty. The dealer changed some part which was covered in a service notice. I bet it was the part shown here in the video. I do recall something about a bushing being replaced.

[@juanmaldonado3281]

A. SUPER. AWESOME. VIDEO. I FIX. MINE. TNKS. SIR ..KEEP ON. DOIN. GREAT. VIDEOS LIKE. THIS. ONE. BLESSED BE. SIR

[@hugieflhr03]

In my 03 Silverado SS I slipped a grease gun down from the inside of the truck and pumped 1/2 a cartridge in there and it went away. That rattle drove me crazy!

[@dedwards777]

This worked for me also, I just disconnected the shaft from under the hood and pumped a bunch of grease into the slip joint and it fixed mine, and its been fixed for over a year now.

[@puregsr]

My observation is, overall it's a design flaw with plastic parts. But the "updated" replacement has even cheaper bearings (after examining the original white one and the new green one), and so they fail even more frequently after replacement By the way, OEM part is 15775851

[@localinthe330]

Your vids are so useful and educational to me....thx much!

[@nowhereman7398]

Everything is made from plastic now days. Planned obsolescence.

[@barbarasteed3966]

Thanks for posting ...cant believe they are built so cheap ...but i.have noticed mine a replaced shocks. ..I maybe my prolbem .

[@russellwickham8334]

While it's possible to do the job in vehicle as you have done, pulling the column out of the truck is very easy, and once removed, replacing that collar is really easy, no busted knuckles.

[@7gmang]

You got strong fingers I could tell you that. me, I would've lost my damn finger

[@JohnDoe-fg2oq]

1 1/4 or 1 1/2 pvc cut to around 4 inches and a 16 inch wood stake did it for Me. put the pipe up to the part and stake up far under the dash and pull the stake forward. Snapped right in with no banging. Make sure the stake is not jammed up against anything other then the firewall.

[@woodworm3615]

Great Video! Lol...Done that Twice too. The first one everything fixed and great. I mean everthing. Someone stole my truck at 4a.m. on driveway. Second truck... seller is upset with with klunk sound. (IM LAUGHING INSIDE) Price drop a bit on clunk sound.... FIXED....HA HA HA. So here is the other sound that comes from the truck whenever you get on a curb or going on a driveway there is this other clunk I chased that 1 for quite some time and I have discovered it and spent the money wisely and fix that clunk.... this Klunk is your BODY BUSHINGS take a look at the cab compared to the bed of the truck if those 2 lines on the outside are not lining up you got body bushings problem once I fix that I'm rock solid to the bottom bushing one was a hard 1 to find but I'm passing that went on to you so you can see that in the future and pass on that information also body bushings look at the line of the cab and the bed they have the lineup

[@marlinknable3543]

That's is the 1st video of yours that I watched and enjoyed learning experience! I have a question or comment could you put a better made bearing inside that green piece of plastic? We used to buy barings buy inside and outside diameter Years ago when I worked. Just a thought so you don't have to keep replacing that thing every 2 years or maybe for since you greased it.

[@tleb8111]

I noticed the plastic part is rattling against the metal tube!!!! I stopped the noise by using a plastic zip tie around the plastic part and around the brake pedal bracket. It keeps constant tension on the plastic part and stops the rattling.

[@jewllake]

I don't think his truck has stability control as the one in my 06 Yukon has a steering wheel position sensor built into this part. Something to research first before buying parts.

[@waynegarmon8766]

When it fails again stop putting grease on it. The tiny amount of grease that's there is all it needs. The grease your putting in it is not helping. The reason its plastic is ease of manufacturing and a better feel on the wheel. The thermoplastic is designed to run with the lube it has. The plastic has a natural lube on its own. That's why it's made the way it is. The grease you loaded it with will pick up fine dirt and work it's way into the plastic baring and ware it out. Hope this helps. Good luck

[@bigredracer7848]

2001 Chevy suburban 3/4 ton 19 years not a problem it has to do with the road conditions that you drive on or what day your vehicle was made at the factory and why the grease wasn't put on the parts but after watching the video I will go to a bearing supply company and buy a sealed bearing that fits inside the shaft and over the steering shaft and for go the plastic part and never have a problem but I still have to wait to have that problem

[@turdgoblin6113]

Ahhh, replacing the same part over and over again. Like the wheel bearings on my 2006 mountaineer and my 08 explorer! Love both of them to death.. but God damn I hate taking it to the shop.

[@bogerti]

Great video 👍 Did it hold up this time when you added grease to it? Mine keeps going out after a year.. Tired of replacing it...

[@kylabear1977]

I own two 1999 suburban these are the 4&5 suburbans I have owned one is a 2x4 and one is a 4x4. Watching this I’m wondering if a littel grease on the outside and inside of that plastic collar. Like others have said I’m curious why they don’t use a brace bushing here or even a set of greased splines. Great clip as was the stereo speaker one. I found your channel while I was researching replacing the speakers in my 2X4 rig as my now 16 year old son has inherited this one as a first car. It’s got a littel more than 300K on it as a daily driver and work truck that Iv done tones of replacement and upgrade work to over the last 15 years of ownership. Was curious where you are located?

[@curiosity2314]

Nice find and if I had money on it I would say adding the silicon grease will keep it in good shape for much longer then the designers had in mind originally. Should never have been designed the way it was in the first place. Would have been interesting to be a fly on the wall during the meeting or 's when they thought this one up. ;) ..

[@kevinoconnell8242]

The design axial cross tension for that bearing was for a steering wheel under use, they did not take into consideration that the truck is elevated and that men use the steering wheel as an entry handle and that is what opens up the plastic bearing race over time. the other issue is the cutout on the original allows the circumference to collapse and the new one has a complete ring so that can not collapse leaving slop in the sleeve.

[@tubekazo]

Good video, I would greased lightly outside of plastic to slide it in the pipe more easily.

[@panasonicchrome7915]

I have a clunking sound when i turn right and left on the steering wheel How i now if is it the steering bearing ore steering shaft ore both? Are all cars have a stearing bearings? I have a Camaro gen 4. Good Video

[@yak55x]

The 98 previous model also has steering problems. They have a lot of play in the center after 100,000 miles.

[@MikeMolden]

Im actually shocked. I often talk about these companies for using so much plastic. I have never before seen a plastic bearing.

[@MikeMolden]

After some research plastic bearings are a plenty. Just not sure what they're all used for.

[@user-jz6uo1xb8c]

Exceptional video 👍 now I’ve got direction

[@rh8611]

I had to replace mine on a 2005 Suburban Z71 last year, its pretty straightforward but access is a bit of an issue

[@m.campbell2776]

Nice work

[@joshbaker43]

Would love it if they made a oil impregnated brass bushing for that

[@GeorgeWMays]

Thanks for a really good video. It's appreciated.

[@russellg7382]

My buddy and I were just talking about this in my 00 RCSB. I replaced everything under the truck. Rack,arms, bearings, brakes, shocks you name it. The truck somehow has some slop in the steering and driving my extended cab it makes me so mad cause it’s like new. I was going to do the column next but this could be the answer. Any recommendations as to where to get the replacement part?

[@avenqer]

2006 GMC 1500 Sierra 4.3. My steering wheel has a lot of play and it takes a noticeable turn of the wheel to grab and turn again (Nore trun that necessary to feel a grab when driving). Is it the intermediate shaft that needs to be replaced? I hope someone can answer me this because my questions always seem to come to this part but based on what your symptoms are as to why you knew to replace it, I'm guess that isn't it. Thanks for helpful replies!

[@stevearmstrong4561]

I have been working on vehicles for over 30 years and the newer vehicles have parts that break down that no one ever had to worry about in the past. Now some newer vehicles must be reprogrammed after changing a made to fail part.I will stick with my older vehicles.

[@prentice508]

Great informative video help me with a lot of my own repairs. I'm looking to replace my front and rear struts and rear springs I have 230000 miles on the original struts and springs it's due time what would you recommend?

[@ogburnsgarage]

Any updates on how the new greased bearing is holding up? Says this video was uploaded 2 years ago.

[@davidstasiak8985]

There are steel ball bearing going into plastic race it’s always going to dent the plastic

[@williamingalsbe9103]

I have not replaced mine and don't have this issue, the bearing are going to wear it down the same because plastic spreads with pressure. If you know a shop they can make this part out of metal for you. Then you would need lube.

[@MrRealpainter]

Dorman???? At least you say"Don't listen to me"!

[@suburbanfreak87]

My 97 steering shaft seems a lot easier to replace than this. GM wanted to start cheaping out on some stuff starting 98. No wonder so many common issues. My only problem is trying to get into the engine bay as it sits higher for my short height. That is terrible quality control, rip off, cheap, etc... when you need to keep replacing the same part.

[@dylanwilson2668]

I have a 06 chevy silverado crew cab 2500hd 6.0 and I had my truck for 3 years and had it replaced the upper steering bearing 4 times idk how to fix it they go bad in like 5 days believe it or not