Suspension, Rear - Noise

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Bulletin Number: 90-3-12
Reference Number: 073401
Publish Date: 5/90
Subject: SQUEAK/SQUAWK NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE INSTALL NEW REAR SPRING UPPER INSULATOR

Models
Affected: 1982-90 SUNBIRD AND GRAND AM MODELS
Customers may comment about a squawk or squeak coming from the rear of the vehicle, particularly during cold weather (temperature 40 degrees F or colder). This condition may be caused by distortion of the rear spring upper insulator, resulting in a squeak or squawk noise.

Important: New P/N 22555689 will temporarily be supplied with P/N 10017875 molded into the side. New part is identified by a white stripe on the edge of the insulator.

This condition may be corrected by installing new rear spring upper insulators, P/N 22555689, following the service manual procedure.

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

WARRANTY INFORMATION:

Labor Operation Number: E5057

Use Applicable Labor Time.

Trouble Code: 92