Steering, Suspension - Vibration/Shimmy: Overview

BULLETIN NUMBER:
SB01-08-S001

ISSUE DATE:
APRIL 2001

GROUP:
WHEEL

RODEO (UE - Four Door) STEERING WHEEL/BODY VIBRATION
(Supersedes SB00-08-S003 and SB00-10-S001)

AFFECTED VEHICLES

All 1998 - 2000 Rodeo (UE - Four Door) and 2001 Rodeo (UE - Four Door) models prior to VIN breakpoint: 14330722, equipped with OEM P215 / 235 15" and P225 / 245 16" tires.

What is NOT Covered

^ Non-original equipment tires and/or wheels are not covered.

^ Damaged tires and/or wheels due to Road Hazard is not covered. This includes punctures, cuts, impact breaks, etc.

^ Damage tires and/or wheels due to misuse, negligence, lack of maintenance, alteration, racing, and vandalism is not covered.

SERVICE INFORMATION

CONDITION

On some affected vehicles customers may comment about the presence of a steering wheel vibration/shimmy (nibble) or body vibration through the steering wheel or floorboard respectively on smooth road surface.

CORRECTION

To correct this condition the procedures listed below must be followed in the order listed.

SERVICE PROCEDURE





1. Verify customer complaint and follow the Rodeo Vibration Diagnosis Flow Chart.





PARTS INFORMATION

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION





Use the new Labor operation shown.

Labor Time includes administrative time allowance.

WARRANTY CLAIM SUBMISSION INFORMATION





For your convenience please use the information when submitting your warranty claim shown.

NOTE:
All tires and wheels must be properly disposed, unless the Isuzu Tire Desk specifically requests them to be returned.





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