Suspension - Front Suspension Creaking Noises

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January 21, 2011

2017311, Supersedes T.B. V400902 dated Mar. 16, 2009 due to correction to warranty table.

Condition

Front Suspension Creaking Noise

Front suspension creaking noise during suspension cycles (going over speed bumps or entering on an inclined surface).

Technical Background

Bonded rubber bushing at front inboard attachment of lower control arm may be noisy.

Production Solution

Revised bonded rubber bushing material for lower control arm assembly.





Service

To clearly identify if a noise complaint is related to this issue:

^ Disconnect control arm from suspected steering knuckle.

^ Move control arm up and down.

If a creaking noise is heard during motion:

^ Replace the bonded front bushing (NOT the control arm), see Repair Manual Group 40 Front Suspension, Subframe, Stabilizer Bar, Control Arm, Bonded Rubber Bushing in ElsaWeb.








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.