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Squeaking Noise From Front Struts - Grease (02-12-98)
Reference number: 02-12-98
Supersedes refnos: 02-01-00
SQUEAKING NOISE FROM FRONT STRUTS - GREASE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Superceded Bulletin(s): 02-12-98, Date of Issue: October 30, 199
SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM FRONT STRUT(S)
Model(s): 1998-2000 Chrysler (LH) Concorde, LHS, 300M
1998-2000 Dodge (LH) Intrepid
Group: Suspension
Bulletin No.: 02-01-00
Date: February 4, 2000
OVERVIEW
This bulletin involves a revised front strut striker cap.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION
Squeaking noise from front strut(s) during suspension jounce.
DIAGNOSIS
Bounce vehicle so that the front struts are in the full jounce position or drive the vehicle over speed bumps at 8-10 mph. If a squeaking or percolating (similar to old coffee maker) noise can be heard coming from either front strut, perform the REPAIR PROCEDURE .
PARTS REQUIRED
| Qty. | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 05018266AA | Cap, Strut Striker |
REPAIR PROCEDURE
- Remove and disassemble the front struts as described on page 2-33 of the 2000 Concorde/Intrepid/LHS/300M Service Manual (Publication No. 81-270-0040).
- Remove the strut striker cap by prying upward, first on one side then the other, until the cap is free of the strut housing and can be slid off the strut shaft.
- Install the revised strut striker cap by sliding it over the strut shaft until it contacts the strut housing. Gently tap the cap into place until it is fully seated on the strut housing.
- Assemble the strut and install it into the vehicle as described on page 2-35 of the 2000 Concorde/Intrepid/LHS/300M Service Manual (Publication No.81-270-0040).
WARRANTY INFORMATION
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
LABOR OPERATION NO.: 02-05-37-92
TIME ALLOWANCE: 1.5 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE: P8 - New Part
NO RELATED
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