Well im not exactly sure what it is yet but, i dropped the G6 off at the dealer tonight for tomorrow I had it at my buddies shop and we came to the conclusion it is either the inner tie-rod or something in the Rack n pinion. It began to clunk while turning the wheel (occasionally) but since i drive from pa to va every weekend and it got alot more consistant i decided i should take it in. So ill keep you all updated. Only 15,000 miles what a shame
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damn that sucks. Usually if something's going to happen to a car it'll happen either in the first few thousand miles, or after the warranty has expired.
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Originally posted by ToyzWell im not exactly sure what it is yet but, i dropped the G6 off at the dealer tonight for tomorrow I had it at my buddies shop and we came to the conclusion it is either the inner tie-rod or something in the Rack n pinion. It began to clunk while turning the wheel (occasionally) but since i drive from pa to va every weekend and it got alot more consistant i decided i should take it in. So ill keep you all updated. Only 15,000 miles what a shame2008 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 GT
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What year is your G6 because according to a PI #PIC3747 that GM released last year, which I have because of my 2005 Bu Maxx LS which was totaled. It was something that was common in the 05 G6. This is what that report had to say...
Some Malibu/Maxx and G6s may experience a knock, clunk or rattle type noise at low speeds when there is a suspension input. The noise sounds like it's in the suspension on the left side of the vehicle. This noise will usually develop after 3000, to 5000 miles on the vehicle.
Note: The root cause has been determined and corrective action is in the validation process.
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Do NOT replace the intermediate shaft for this rattle clunk type noise. This is not the cause of the noise. The noise might be eliminated for a very short time (1 to 5 days) when the I shaft is replaced. The reason the noise has changed is because during replacement the of the I shaft, the steering system loading has been changed. The noise will return after the system readjusts to the new loading. When service parts are available to repair this clunk, knock noise, a service bulletin will be issued.
Note: At this time service parts are expected in the first quarter of 2006.
It started happening on my 05 bu around 15K miles not like the bulletin said but I had no doubt that that was the problem with my bu.Because only a Computer Network Technician can get his internet speeds this fast:
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Thanks MalibuMaxx, i appreciate your post. I am looking forward to what the dealer has to say. And yes I have a 2005 G6 gt :smoke:Hurricanes are like women : when they come, they're wet and wild, but when they leave they take your house and car.
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Originally posted by ToyzIt began to clunk while turning the wheel (occasionally) but since i drive from pa to va every weekend and it got alot more consistant i decided i should take it in. So ill keep you all updated. Only 15,000 miles what a shame
Mikey
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I have that also but not when turning, when I hit bumps or potholes going straight. I hear a clunk, like the sterring or suspension want to come out of the car. It sounds like my old Chevy Nova 79! I complained to the dealer about this and they said they could not do a thing to fix it. Thanks for that info MalibuMaxx. I'll try to find out more also.-Marc
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Originally posted by MalibuMaxxWhat year is your G6 because according to a PI #PIC3747 that GM released last year, which I have because of my 2005 Bu Maxx LS which was totaled. It was something that was common in the 05 G6. This is what that report had to say...
Some Malibu/Maxx and G6s may experience a knock, clunk or rattle type noise at low speeds when there is a suspension input. The noise sounds like it's in the suspension on the left side of the vehicle. This noise will usually develop after 3000, to 5000 miles on the vehicle.
Note: The root cause has been determined and corrective action is in the validation process.
Recommendation/Instructions:
Do NOT replace the intermediate shaft for this rattle clunk type noise. This is not the cause of the noise. The noise might be eliminated for a very short time (1 to 5 days) when the I shaft is replaced. The reason the noise has changed is because during replacement the of the I shaft, the steering system loading has been changed. The noise will return after the system readjusts to the new loading. When service parts are available to repair this clunk, knock noise, a service bulletin will be issued.
Note: At this time service parts are expected in the first quarter of 2006.
It started happening on my 05 bu around 15K miles not like the bulletin said but I had no doubt that that was the problem with my bu.Hurricanes are like women : when they come, they're wet and wild, but when they leave they take your house and car.
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Originally posted by BlackKnightis this the same problem as when i hit a series of small bumps in the road if seems as if something is loose in the suspension on the front left? or is this just steering?Hurricanes are like women : when they come, they're wet and wild, but when they leave they take your house and car.
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Originally posted by MalibuMaxxIf your going slow and you apply suspension input...
BTW, in spite of all the engineering that might be going on about this problem (not likely), after they replaced my intermediate steering shaft last December, everything has been quiet. (knock on wood)
Mikey
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