Bernd,
I forget what the TSB # was, but I had the knock repaired under warranty. All
they did was replace the lower steering column/coupling and I haven't had a
problem since. From my dealerships invoice this is what they replaced:
P# Desc.
55351171-AB - Coupling 19 15 4
6504926-AA - Screw Hex 19 14 5
6101510 - Nut Flang 19 15 5
I have a '98 4x4 and, if memory serves, you have a '97 4x2 so things might be
different...
Good luck.
Tom
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Subject: DML: Re: Knocking noise coming from steering
Author: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net> at smtpout
Date: 9/9/99 9:58 PM
> Need some help with this one:
>
> I've noticed a slight "knocking" noise in the steering wheel that only
seems
> to be happening when I turn the wheel. Doesn't happen when driving
> straight. I've checked the upper and lower ball joints, end links,
> tie-rods, steering coupler and joints, sway bar mounts, wheel bearings
(just
> wiggled the front tires), and the rack. Everything is tight and I can't
> seem to find where this is coming from.
>
> I remember someone talking about this (TSB?) a while back but can't seem
to
> find the email thread. Does anyone know of this or actually have the TSB
> anywhere?
>
> Thanks,
>
>
> Bernd D. Ratsch
> Pflugerville, TX
> 1997 Dodge Dakota SLT/CC - 2WD
> http://lonestar.texas.net/~bernd/Dakota.htm
> bernd@texas.net
> ICQ: 39320084
>
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