IK0500038 – Steering Shake, Shimmy, Shudder, Steering Vibration

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IK0500038
Availability: ISIS, FleetISIS, IsSIR Revision: 19 Major System: STEERING SYSTEM Created: 8/15/2011 Current Language: English Last Modified: 6/10/2019 Other Languages: FranÁais, EspaÒol, Author: William
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Hide Details Coding Information Copy Link Copy Relative Link Bookmark Add to Favorites Print Provide Feedback Helpful Not Helpful View My Bookmarks 448 426 Title: Steering Shake, Shimmy, Shudder, Steering Vibration Applies To: Prostar/Lonestar and LT/RH with 14k front weight rated axles and below CHANGE LOG
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06/10/2019 – Added part number for Dana high friction bearing kit and updated diag steps to reflect this. 04/18/2019 – Updated link to IK1700017 and changed source of tire specs to the service manual
04/12/2019 – Added note for tie rod tube size limits. 01/18/2019 – Added note about only installing high friction bearing on drivers side. 12/05/2018 – Corrected Step 5 diagnostic path steps. DESCRIPTION
Steering intermittently goes into a shimmy after hitting a bump. SYMPTOMS
ï The steering system may go into a shimmy after hitting a bump or during a curve. Normally the vehicle speed will need to be reduced in order
to stop the shimmy. The symptoms may include a lateral (side to side) shake and possible oscillation of the steering wheel. ï Do not confuse this symptom with consistent shimmy when braking. Refer to IK0400102 and IK1300088. SERVICE PARTS INFORMATION
Kit Description Part Number Quantity
Required Notes Steering Stabilizer H60961167 1 For all front axles with 4 inch wide springs and tie
rod tubes of 1.75 inches or smaller in diameter. Longer Spring U-Bolts Source Locally 2 Needed on some applications to install the
steering stabilizer. Hendrickson Axles ONLY: Kingpin Service Kit H60961628 1 Complete kingpin service kit with one high friction
composite thrust bearing for the driver’s side Hendrickson Axles ONLY: Left
Side Kingpin Service Kit H60961629 1
Contains just bushing, seals, bolts and high
friction composite thrust bearing for the driver’s
side. Meritor 13-14K Axles ONLY: Kingpin Service Kit 2519476C91 1 Complete kingpin service kit with one high friction
composite thrust bearing for the driver’s side Meritor 13-14K Axles ONLY: Composite Bearing
2520212C91 1 Contains one high friction composite bearings with
seals and wedges. Meritor 12K Axles ONLY: Kingpin Service Kit 2519548C91 1
Complete kingpin service kit with one high
friction composite thrust bearing for the driver’s
side Meritor 12K Axles ONLY: Composite Bearing
2520213C91 1 Contains a high friction composite bearing with
seals and wedges. 2520702C91 1
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Dana Axles Only: Left Side Composite Bearing
Contains one high friction composite bearing, wedges and lash shims. Note:
If installed, only one high friction composite king pin bearing should be installed per vehicle and it
should be installed on the driver’s side. TROUBLESHOOTING
Step Action Decision
1
DIAGNOSTIC:
If the truck is an LT or RH and has a constant vibration above 50mph follow
IK1700017 and the LT service manual first.
Is this an LT or RH with a constant vibration?
Yes: Refer to IK1700017 first.
If IK1700017 has been completed
proceed to step 2.
No: Please proceed to step 2.
Step Action Decision
2
DIAGNOSTIC: Tires Pressure and Balance Under-inflated tires can cause poor handling, fast and/or irregular wear, decreased
fuel economy and permanent structural damage to the tire. Overinflating can reduce traction, braking ability and handling, as well as result in
uneven wear and an uncomfortable ride. Check front tire’s cold inflation pressures daily, for specification refer to owner’s manual. Uneven Wear: Check tread depth and note if tread is evenly worn. Minimum tread
depth is 3 mm (0.12 in) on front tires and 2 mm (0.08 in) on other tires. Look for cuts or other damage to the tread sidewalls. Wheel Balance: Ensure tires are properly static and dynamically balanced. For LoneStar LT/RH refer to the Truck Service Manual 0000885380. Use the Tire Data Recording document to record your findings Note: Retreads are not recommended as a steer axle tire. Do the tires meet the above criteria?
Yes: Please proceed to step 3.
No: Correct tire pressure, wear and
balance then re-evaluate for steering wobble.
Step Action Decision
3 DIAGNOSTIC: Tire Runout
Tire balance and runout are the primary factors in determining the likelihood of entering a shimmy event
Measure lateral and radial run out on all tires using the tire runout gage RN
4532000. Tire Runout Gage Instructions Navistar PN 4532000
Yes: Please proceed to step 4. No: Correct tire run out and reevaluate for steering wobble.
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Specification: LoneStar LT/RH refer to the Truck Service Manual 0000885380. All other vehicles: lateral and radial run out must be below .065″.
Is lateral and radial run out within specification?
Step Action Decision
4
DIAGNOSTIC: Alignment
Incorrect front axle alignment, specifically toe and caster, has been shown to be
large contributing factors in increasing the likelihood of entering a shimmy event. Before making any changes refer to IK0200023 Navistar Wheel Alignment Policy. Verify alignment using IK0200013-Suggested alignment target values. Verify that the correct caster refer to TSIñ12ñ02ñ01.
Is the alignment correctly set?
Yes: Please proceed to step 5.
No: Set the alignment using IK0200013
and reevaluate for steering wobble.
Step Action Decision
5 DIAGNOSTIC: Wheel Bearing End Play
Measure wheel bearing for excessive end play
Use a dial indicator to verify acceptable endplay of 0.001″-0.005″.
Yes: Please proceed to step 6. No: Replace or adjust the wheel bearings as needed and reevaluate for steering wobble. Refer to ConMet Service Manual
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Is wheel bearing end play in spec?
Step Action Decision
6
DIAGNOSTIC: Drag Link and Tie Rod End Play
Use a dial indicator and measure the vertical and horizontal end play of the tie rod
ends and drag link ends. Spec: less than 0.030 inches. Are the drag link and tie rod ends within specification?
Yes: Please proceed to step 7.
No: Replace the drag link and tie rod
ends as needed and reevaluate for steering wobble
Step Action Decision
7 DIAGNOSTIC: Spring Hangers, Cab Mounts, Engine Mounts and Frame Fasteners
Inspect the spring hangers, shackles, and bushing for looseness, play and fastener
torque.
Inspect cab and engine mounts for excessive wear, being degraded and/or
looseness.
Confirm fastener torque on all steering system, frame rail and crossmember, and
fuel tank mounting brackets/supports. Example of a loose fuel tank support.
Yes: LT/RH refer to 0000885380
Prostar/LoneStar refer to 0000863170
Repair, torque, or replace fasteners and
suspension components as needed and
reevaluate for steering wobble. No: Please proceed to step 8.
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Was anything found loose or damaged?
Step Action Decision
8
DIAGNOSTIC: Power Steering System. Determine if the power steering system has the correct fluid type (refer to
IK0500058), it is full of fluid, free of aeration and operating properly. Any issue found?
Yes: LT/RH refer to 0000885380
Prostar/LoneStar refer to 0000863170
Correct the power steering system and
reevaluate for the steering wobble.
No: Please proceed to step 9.
Step Action Decision
9
DIAGNOSTIC: Steering System Lash
With the engine off and the truck sitting on it tires, inspect for free play in the steering wheel. It should not exceed 2 inches of movement on an 18inch steering wheel with
no movement in the tires.
Inspect the steering shaft slip joint and u-joints for looseness. With a TRW gear: Verify steering gear lash per the TRW service manual. RH Sheppard gears are not adjustable and should not be tampered with.
Was anything found loose?
Yes: Replace any loose components and
adjust the TRW steering gear lash as needed per the TRW service manual,
then reevaluate for steering wobble.
No: Please proceed to step 10.
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Step Action Decision
10
DIAGNOSTIC: King Pin Vertical and Horizontal play
Measure the king pin for excessive vertical horizontal end play.
Confirm the type of axle installed and use a dial indicator to verify acceptable play
per supplier’s specifications. Meritor: MM-2
Dana: AXSM-0038
Hendrickson: 17730-252
Is King pin play out of specification?
Hendrickson: Yes: Install high friction composite kingpin
service kit H60961628 per Hendrickson manual 59310-011. No: Install the high friction composite
kingpin bearing only kit H60961629. If the
service kit is not available, install the
steering stabilizer H60961167 can be
installed in its place per the below
resolution. Proceed to step 11
Dana: Yes: Install a king pin service kit and the
high friction composite king pin kit
2520702C9. No: Install the high friction composite king
pin kit 2520702C91. If the service kit is not available, install the steering stabilizer H60961167 can be installed in its place
per the below resolution. Proceed to step 11
Meritor 12K: Yes: Install high friction composite kingpin
service kit 2519548C91 per TP1873. No: Install the high friction composite
kingpin bearing only kit 2520213C91. If
the service kit is not available, install the
steering stabilizer H60961167 can be
installed in its place per the below
resolution. Proceed to step 11
Meritor 13/14K: Yes: Install high friction composite kingpin
service kit 2519476C91 per TP1873. No: Install the high friction composite
kingpin bearing only kit 2520212C91. If
the service kit is not available, the
steering stabilizer H60961167 can be
installed in its place per the below
resolution. Proceed to step 11
Step Action Decision
11
DIAGNOSTIC: Once the high friction composite bearing is installed reevaluate
for a shimmy/wobble
Is the shimmy/wobble still present with the high friction bearing installed?
Yes: Install the steering stabilizer H60961167 per the resolution below.
No: Repairs are completed
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RESOLUTION
Steering Stabilizer Installation Procedure:
Only if directed, install the steering stabilizer per the below procedure.
Park vehicle on a hard, flat surface, turn the engine off, set the parking brake, and block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving in either direction. Failure to do so may result in property damage, personal injury, and / or death.
If the vehicle must be raised, do not work under the vehicle supported only by
jacks. Jacks can slip or fall over, potentially resulting in property damage, personal injury, and / or death.
Always wear safe eye protection when performing vehicle maintenance. Failure to do so may result in personal injury and / or death.
The steering stabilizer kit is designed to fit 1.75inch tie rod tubes. If the tie rod tube is 1.9 inches you will need
to source 2 inch u-bolts locally for the kit and modify the tie rod tube mounting bracket accordingly.
Some Meritor and Dana axle configurations may require the mounting bracket (axle side) to be modified to bend slightly upward to clear the tie rod at full turn, and a longer axle U bolt installed (12 inch obtain locally). 1. Bring vehicle into the shop and park on flat hard surface. 2. Shift transmission to Park or Neutral, set parking brake, and install wheel chocks. 3. Remove the front U-bolt from the passenger side steer spring and discard. 4. On the tie rod assembly, measure the distance between the right and left grease zerks. 5. Divide your measurement from step 4 by two. (This will help locate the centerline of the tie rod assembly)
6. Mark the centerline of the tie rod assembly per figure 1 & 2.
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Figure 1: Tie rod assembly
Item 1: Tie rod assembly centerline
Figure 2: Steering Stabilizer to Axle Center Line
7. From the tire rod assembly centerline, make a second mark 5 7/8in towards the driver’s side per figure 3. This will be the mounting location of the
tie rod mounting plate.
Figure 3: Tie rod assembly
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Item 1: Tie rod assembly centerline (first mark)
Item 2: 5 7/8 from tie rod assembly centerline (second mark)
8. Follow the supplier instructions to attach the hardware for the stabilizer. Hendrickson steering stabilizer assembly instructions 59310-053.
When installing the U-bolts on the tie rod tube do NOT use an impact, or damage to the tie rob tube is possible. 9. Ensure proper clearance between the tie rod tube and the shock mount at the U-bolt per figure 4. If required modify the mounting bracket to
provide the needed clearance. 10. Before returning the truck to service, the steering system MUST be tested through its full range of travel. Any binding or contact at any point must be repaired before releasing the vehicle.
The Steering system must be inspected and tested for full range of travel to confirm there
is no binding or contact after the stabilizer has been installed. Any binding or contact at any point in the full range of travel must be repaired.
Figure 4: Tie rod tube to mount clearance
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Figure 5: Assembled Steering Stabilizer WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty Claim Coding: Refer to the Warranty Coding Manual for Group and Noun Codes. Standard Repair Time(s): Refer to the SRT Manual for Repair Times OTHER RESOURCES
Master Service Information Site Hendrickson Steering Stabilizer Assembly Instructions 59310-053
Hendrickson Softek, Steertek, Airtek Service Manual 17730-252
Hendrickson Kingpin Bushing Service 59310-011
Hendrickson Parts Catalog SP-182
TRW Service Literature Meritor Technical Bulletin TP-1873
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