Steering/Suspension - Front Suspension Creaking Noise

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October 15, 2012

2028353 Supersedes V401201 dated January 19, 2012 to include nut and bolt
replacement part numbers.





Vehicle Information

Condition

Front Suspension Creaking Noise

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

Technical Background

Coil Spring is not formed correctly and rubs against the perch of the strut.

Production Solution

Improved parts installed in production since CW 44/11, VIN: A31CC025567.

Service





^ Verify if a car with the creaking noise has the contact mark (on one side or on both sides) as shown in figure 1.

Note:

Only proceed with this TB if this is the case!

^ Remove affected suspension strut and disassemble, see Repair Group 40 in ElsaWeb.

^ Apply touch up paint to the contact area of the strut perch and allow required drying time.

Note:

Use Rustoleum Cold Galvanizing Compound # V2185838 (or similar obtained locally), 2 coats.

Cover with Rustoleum Flat Black Spray Paint # V2178838 (or similar obtained locally), 1 coat.

^ Install new spring on suspension strut (per vehicle PR-codes).

^ Install suspension strut, see Repair Group 40 in ElsaWeb.

Note:

Replace all fasteners as required in repair procedure.








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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.