Suspension - Rear Suspension is Noisy
42 07 01Sept. 21, 2007
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Vehicle Information
Condition
Rear Suspension, Noisy
Customer may comment that the rear suspension is noisy.
Technical Background
Quality improvement measure to avoid noise.
Production Solution
Rubber Lower rear spring plate installed as of May 2007.
Service
When replacing rear coil springs or working on a suspected rear spring noise, ensure that the lower spring plate is rubber.
If a galvanized spring plate is found, replace it with the rubber version Part No. 1K0512297 D.
Note:
If a rubber spring plate is already found to be installed, DO NOT install Part No. 1K0512297 D.
Warranty
Required Parts and Tools
Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal.
Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.