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Front End - Squeaking or Clunking Noise: Overview

Division: Automotive
Category: Technical

TSB No. 1-05 01098(R)
Section Title: Body and Frame

SUBJECT:
SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE FROM FRONT END AREA

MODEL:
1991 and later 4 DOOR SIDEKICK
1996 and later SIDEKICK SPORT

CONDITION:
Squeaking or clunking noise from the front end area when driving over bumps or through dips.

CAUSE:
Front end body mount bushing sleeve(s) contacting the sheet metal at the body mount hole.

CORRECTION:
Follow corrective procedures as listed in this bulletin.

REVISION:
- Inclusion of 1992 and later model 4 door Sidekick.
- Inclusion of 1996 Sidekick Sport.

This bulletin is to inform you of the repair procedures for a clunking noise from the front end area on 1991 and later 4 door Sidekicks and 1996 and later Sidekick Sports. Please follow the procedures as listed in this bulletin.