Suspension - Front Strut Creak/Groan Noises
Classification: FA09-003AReference; NTB10-020A
Date: September 14, 2010
2009-2010 MAXIMA;
CREAKING/GROANING OR RUBBING NOISE FROM FRONT STRUT AREA
This bulletin has been amended. An Expense Code has been added to the Claims Information section. Please discard all previous copies.
APPLIED VEHICLES: 2009-2010 Maxima (A35)
APPLIED VINs:
2009 - All
2010 Vehicles built before: 1N4AA(*)AP(*)AC 819147
APPLIED DATES: 2010 Vehicles built before: November 3, 2009
IF YOU CONFIRM
On an Applied Vehicle, a creaking/groaning or rubbing noise can be heard coming from the front suspension coil spring and strut upper bearing area.
ACTION
Install the tube-SPR TUBE UPPER-listed in the Parts Information section onto both (LH and RH) front suspension coil springs.
PARTS INFORMATION
CLAIMS INFORMATION
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Remove the front suspension coil spring.
^ See the FSU section of the applicable Electronic Service Manual for removal instructions.
2. Use Nissan Brake Cleaner (or equivalent) to clean the TOP end of the spring.
3. Install the tube listed in the Parts Information section onto the TOP end of the spring.
a) Starting at the end of the spring, push the flat side of the tube (not the pointed side) against the spring as shown in Figures 2 and 3.
b) Squeeze/put pressure on the tube to ensure a good bond (there is glue inside the tube).
4. Reinstall all parts that were removed.
^ See the FSU section of the applicable Electronic Service Manual for installation instructions.
^ When re-installing the strut mount insulator, apply Bitmen Wax to the center nut after tightening it to the specified torque (see Electronic Service Manual for this specification).