I have looked in this site (haven't found it) for the TSB that has to do with the replacement of steering shaft. Can anyone send me a link so that I can print it? I have a 2004 2500 HD and want to get it done under warranty.
Thanks, Andy.

Here is the procedure to fix it. I think you can just take it in to your dealer and they will fix it for you.

http://dieselplace.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3325&highlight=steering+shaft

I just read in one of my magazines that a company is now making a new shaft without the splines i think borgeson(sp)

Clunking Noise Under Hood and Can be Felt in Steering Wheel (Replace Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Assembly) #00-02-35-003H - (Apr 19, 2005)

</TABLE>Clunking Noise Under Hood and Can be Felt in Steering Wheel (Replace Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Assembly) 2002-2003 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade EXT

2003 Cadillac Escalade ESV

1999-2003 Chevrolet Silverado

2000-2003 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe

2002-2003 Chevrolet Avalanche

1999-2003 GMC Sierra

2000-2003 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL

2003 HUMMER H2

(Affected vehicles include both 2WD and 4WD)

This Service Bulletin DOES NOT include Mid-Size Utilities such as Buick Rainier, Chevrolet TrailBlazer Models, GMC Envoy Models or Oldsmobile Bravada. Refer to Service Bulletin 02-02-35-006A or newer for Mid-Size Utilities.

This bulletin is being revised to inform dealers that GMSPO has sufficient inventory on improved I- shafts. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 00-02-35-003G (Section 02 -- Steering).

Condition

Some customers may comment on a clunk-type noise coming from under the hood that also can be felt in the steering wheel. These conditions may be more noticeable when turning at low speeds on rough road surfaces.

Correction

Replace the steering column upper intermediate shaft with an improved design shaft that will eliminate the clunk noise using the procedure listed below.

<LI type=1>Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position. Notice: On 2002 and later model year vehicles, the steering column LOCK was removed from the steering column. It is critical that the J 42640 Steering Column Anti-Rotation Pin is used when servicing these steering columns. Failure to use the J 42640 may result in damage to the SIR coil.

<LI type=1>Set the steering wheel in the LOCK position on 2001 and prior vehicles.
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<LI type=1>Install the J 42640 in the steering column lower access hole.
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<LI type=1>From under the hood, remove the lower bolt that connects the upper intermediate shaft to the steering gear coupling shaft. <LI type=1>Slide the shaft towards the dash in order to disengage the shaft from the steering gear coupling shaft. <LI type=1>For vehicles equipped with adjustable foot pedals, do the following steps. <TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top> - </TD><TD vAlign=top>Reposition the carpet away from the accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top> - </TD><TD vAlign=top>Remove the two nuts retaining the accelerator pedal to the bulkhead. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top> - </TD><TD vAlign=top>Reposition the accelerator pedal out of the way so that the intermediate shaft can be removed. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

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<LI type=1>From inside the vehicle, remove the upper bolt from the upper intermediate steering shaft (1) to the steering column connection. <LI type=1>Remove the upper intermediate steering shaft assembly. <TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top> - </TD><TD vAlign=top>From inside the vehicle, slide the shaft down and off the steering column shaft. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top> - </TD><TD vAlign=top>From inside the vehicle, slide the upper intermediate shaft through the dash boot seal and remove the shaft from the vehicle. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<LI type=1>Replace the upper intermediate shaft. See the parts table below. <LI type=1>Install the upper intermediate steering shaft through the dash boot seal and slide the lower end into the steering gear coupling shaft. <LI type=1>Raise the upper end of the intermediate steering shaft and install into the steering column shaft. <LI type=1>Install the upper bolt and nut.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

<LI type=1>Install the lower bolt and nut.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

For vehicles equipped with adjustable foot pedals, do the following steps. <TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top> - </TD><TD vAlign=top>Reposition the accelerator pedals into position on the bulkhead. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top> - </TD><TD vAlign=top>Install the two retaining nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

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<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top> - </TD><TD vAlign=top>Reposition the carpet back into place. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
Parts Information

<TABLE width="100%" border=1><TBODY><TR><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Part Number

</TH><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Description

</TH><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Qty

</TH></TR><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle>88965505

</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>Shaft, Upper Intermediate Shaft

Use on all 1500 Series trucks:

Except Escalades

Except Denalis

Except Avalanches

Except 1500 HD

</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>1

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</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>Shaft, Upper Intermediate Shaft

Use on all 2500 and 3500 Series Trucks and

Escalades

Denalis

Avalanches

H2

1500HD

</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>1

</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

<TABLE width="100%" border=1><TBODY><TR><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Labor Operation

</TH><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Description

</TH><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Labor Time

</TH></TR><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle>E7700

</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>Shaft, Steering Intermediate-Upper - Replace

</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>0.3 hr

</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle>Add

</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>For vehicles equipped with adjustable foot pedals

</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>0.1 hr

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Thanks guys.

Andy.

I think they will only replace it if its making a clunking noise, don't believe there is a recall yet.