Rear Suspension - Popping or Squawking Noises
NUMBER: 02-009-00GROUP: Suspension
DATE: Dec. 29, 2000
SUBJECT:
Popping or Squawking Noise From Rear Suspension
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves diagnosing and it necessary replacing rear upper control arms.
MODELS:
2001 (JR) Sebring Sedan/Stratus Sedan/Sebring Convertible
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Popping or squawking noise from rear suspension while driving vehicle. Noise can be mistaken for a strut or strut mount condition.
DIAGNOSIS:
Play in the rear suspension upper control arm bushing may be caused by improperly installed bushings (Fig. 1). If the bushing is not visually improperly installed, place a pry bar between the control arm and lip of the bushing. Apply light to moderate force, it there is any movement between the two, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
Replace the upper control arm assembly(s) as described on page 2-50 of the 2001 Sebring/Stratus Sedan Service Manual (Pub. No 81-270-1021).
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
FAILURE CODE: