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2001 Lesabre Rack-and-Pinion question


rw1644h
03-09-2009, 08:24 PM
Replaced some front-end components at 112K. Struts, left and right tie-rod ends, rear shocks. CV-shaft on one side.

I took notice of a clunking sound when stopped/in-gear and rocking the steering wheel back and forth. I'm wondering if this sounds like one of the following:

1. Rack-and-pinion mounting bushings
2. Rack-and-pinion unit
3. Inner tie rods
4. Other suggestions ?

Thanks

polarzak
03-10-2009, 06:55 AM
I had the same problem with my Lucerne (replaced the LeSabre) and it was Item #2. The dealer first replaced the intermediate steering shaft, and then determined it was the rack & pinion unit. Mine was noisy when stopped either in gear or not. Anyway that fixed it in my case..

happydog500
03-10-2009, 06:05 PM
I had the same problem with my Lucerne (replaced the LeSabre) and it was Item #2. The dealer first replaced the intermediate steering shaft, and then determined it was the rack & pinion unit. Mine was noisy when stopped either in gear or not. Anyway that fixed it in my case..How much did it cost to fix?
Chris.

polarzak
03-11-2009, 06:46 AM
How much did it cost to fix?
Chris.

Not a clue, Chris. The car is still under warranty thank the gods. Today it goes in for two new struts (warranty again) Stay away from Lucernes, boys and girls.

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