Three problems related to steering gear box sector shaft have been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Intermediate steering shaft clunking noise.
There was a knocking noise in the steering shaft. Dealership replaced the bearings, but the noise recurred. Then, dealership replaced the shaft.
When turning left or right a noise was heard. Dealer cleaned and lubricated the steering shaft. 2002 Chevrolet Silverado experienced a noise when turning left or right. Vehicle was taken to the dealer and no problem was found but the steering shaft was cleaned and lubricated.