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Drivetrain - Growl/Howl From Rear Wheel Hub/Bearing
2007 Ford Edge FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Drivetrain - Growl/Howl From Rear Wheel Hub/Bearing
TSB 12-8-10
08/16/12
HOWL OR GROWL NOISE FROM REAR WHEEL HUB
AND BEARING ASSEMBLY
FORD:
2007-2010 Edge
LINCOLN:
2007-2010 MKX
This article supersedes TSB 10-2-9 to update the vehicle model years, Service Procedure and Part List.
ISSUE
Some 2007-2010 Edge and MKX vehicles may exhibit a growl or howl type noise coming from the rear wheel hub and bearing area(s).
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Perform NVH diagnosis and confirm noise. Refer Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 100-04. Does the noise originate from one of the rear wheel hub and bearing assemblies?
a. Yes - Proceed with Step 2.
b. No - This article does not apply. Refer to WSM, Section 100-04 for normal diagnostics.
2. Replace the suspect rear wheel hub and bearing assembly with new service part. Refer to WSM, Section 204-02.
a. The latest level service replacement bearing can be identified by a depression located on the bearing flange. (Figure 1)
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage Warranty/ESP coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. Warranty/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
120810A 2007-2010 Edge/MKX 1.2 Hrs.
FWD: Diagnose And
Replace One (1) Rear
Wheel Hub And Bearing
(Do Not Use With Any
Other Labor Operations)
120810A 2007-2010 Edge/MKX 1.9 Hrs.
AWD: Diagnose And
Replace One (1) Rear
Wheel Hub And Bearing
(Do Not Use With Any
Other Labor Operations)
120810B 2007-2010 Edge/MKX 1.6 Hrs
FWD: Diagnose And
Replace Both (2) Rear
Wheel Hub And Bearings
(Do Not Use With Any
Other Labor Operations)
120810B 2007-2010 Edge/MKX 2.9 Hrs.
AWD: Diagnose And
Replace Both (2) Rear
Wheel Hub And Bearings
(Do Not Use With Any
Other Labor Operations)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
1104 D4
Disclaimer
08/16/12
HOWL OR GROWL NOISE FROM REAR WHEEL HUB
AND BEARING ASSEMBLY
FORD:
2007-2010 Edge
LINCOLN:
2007-2010 MKX
This article supersedes TSB 10-2-9 to update the vehicle model years, Service Procedure and Part List.
ISSUE
Some 2007-2010 Edge and MKX vehicles may exhibit a growl or howl type noise coming from the rear wheel hub and bearing area(s).
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Perform NVH diagnosis and confirm noise. Refer Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 100-04. Does the noise originate from one of the rear wheel hub and bearing assemblies?
a. Yes - Proceed with Step 2.
b. No - This article does not apply. Refer to WSM, Section 100-04 for normal diagnostics.
2. Replace the suspect rear wheel hub and bearing assembly with new service part. Refer to WSM, Section 204-02.
a. The latest level service replacement bearing can be identified by a depression located on the bearing flange. (Figure 1)
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage Warranty/ESP coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. Warranty/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
120810A 2007-2010 Edge/MKX 1.2 Hrs.
FWD: Diagnose And
Replace One (1) Rear
Wheel Hub And Bearing
(Do Not Use With Any
Other Labor Operations)
120810A 2007-2010 Edge/MKX 1.9 Hrs.
AWD: Diagnose And
Replace One (1) Rear
Wheel Hub And Bearing
(Do Not Use With Any
Other Labor Operations)
120810B 2007-2010 Edge/MKX 1.6 Hrs
FWD: Diagnose And
Replace Both (2) Rear
Wheel Hub And Bearings
(Do Not Use With Any
Other Labor Operations)
120810B 2007-2010 Edge/MKX 2.9 Hrs.
AWD: Diagnose And
Replace Both (2) Rear
Wheel Hub And Bearings
(Do Not Use With Any
Other Labor Operations)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
1104 D4
Disclaimer
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.