Steering - Snapping Noise During Tight Turns

Bulletin No.: 008/92
Issued: 10/5/92
Revised

Category
M

Applicable Model/s
1992 MX-3

Subject
FRONT END SNAPPING NOISE

AFFECTED VINS

JM1EC43**N0120887
January 5, 1992

DESCRIPTION

A snapping noise may be heard from the front end at walking speed during tight turns (steering wheel fully locked right or left). There is excessive clearance between the wheel bearing and steering knuckle. The snapping noise is caused by the loose wheel bearing shifting within the steering knuckle.

The wheel bearings have been modified to eliminate the excessive clearance. There is now a better, tighter fit between the wheel bearing and steering knuckle.

REPAIR PROCEDURE





If the above condition occurs, replace the wheel bearings with the modified parts. The procedures are outlined in section M of the applicable workshop manual. See figure.

NOTES:

1. Before pressing the bearing into the knuckle, clean the inside of the knuckle and outer race of the bearing with degreasing solvent.

2. Apply an even coat of lock-tight on the wheel bearing outer race and on the walls of the steering knuckle housing.

3. After installation, wipe excess lock-tight. Tighten all bolts and nuts according to the torque specifications in the workshop manual.





PARTS INFORMATION

WARRANTY INFORMATION
(Applies to vehicles covered under warranty.)

Warranty Type Code: A
Customer Comment Code: 82
Damage Code: 97
Part No. of Main Cause: B455 33 047B
Operation No./Labor Hour: Wheel Bearing R & R (includes lock-tight)
XX0490R1 / 1.6 hrs. (one side)
XX0490R2 / 2.5 hrs. (two sides)