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1. NO: 02-07-97
SUBJECT: Low Frequency Rumble/Gear Type Noise From Front Of Vehicle
DATE: Sep. 26, 1997
NOTE:THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES BUILT AFTER JUNE 1, 1997 (MDH 0601XX).

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

Low frequency rumble or gear type noise coming from front of vehicle between 50 and 70 M.P.H. Noise is not throttle sensitive.

DIAGNOSIS:
Verify symptom/condition is present, inspect front hub/bearing assembly build code date by removing the wheel cover/aluminum wheel. The build code date is located on the outer edge of the hub nut cavity. If the build date is from 611 (6-11-97)through 812 (8-12-97) perform the Repair Procedure. If build date is not in this range and noise is present further diagnosis is required.

HUB/BEARING ASSEMBLY BUILD CODE
Sample, J0611A142
J =
0 = 1997
611 = June 11
A = Shift
142 = Vendor P/N



PARTS REQUIRED:

Quantity Part No. Description
AR(2) 04593777 Assembly, Hub/Bearing

2.NO: 02-05-98
SUBJECT: Intermittent Popping Noise in Front End
DATE: May 29,1998
NOTE: THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE DEC. 31, 1997 (MDH 1231XX).

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Intermittent popping sound coming from the front of the vehicle may be heard from either side. The popping can also be felt in the steering wheel and sometimes in the floor. This condition usually occurs during warm ambient temperatures after driving the vehicle for at least 5 - 10 miles (8 - 16 km) on smooth road surfaces. The noise will occur without steering input or suspension travel. Once the sound begins it may be intermittent to continuous. Stopping the vehicle and large turning angles may cause the sound to subside. The vehicle may have to be driven for another 5 - 10 miles before the sound returns.

DIAGNOSIS:
Test drive the vehicle on a smooth road surface and listen for a popping sound from the steering column to the steering gear connection. When the sound is heard it may be felt in the steering wheel and/or the floor. If available, use a sound listening device such as a Pentastar Service Equipment ChassisEAR®, p/n W-06600, to pinpoint the sound origination. If the sound is coming from the tie rod end(s), perform the Repair Procedure, otherwise further diagnosis will be required.

PARTS REQUIRED:
Qty Part No. Description
1 04796864 End, Tie Rod,Right Side
1 04796865 End, Tie Rod, Left Side

3. NO: 19-02-99 Rev. A
SUBJECT: Clunking Or Rattle In Steering Wheel/Steering Column
DATE: Oct. 22, 1999
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN’S 19-01-98 DATED FEBRUARY 6, 1998 WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES AND NOTED IN THE 1998 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN MANUAL (PUBLICATION NO. 81-699-99003) AND 19-02-99 WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. ALL REVISION ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDE ADDITIONAL MODELS AND PARTS CHANGES.

OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves resetting the steering column preload.

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Steering wheel/column clunking or rattle is more frequent while hitting bumps or on hard turns.

DIAGNOSIS:
Inspect steering wheel/column for any rattle or clunking noise. If symptoms exist perform the Repair Procedure.

PARTS REQUIRED:
Qty Part No. Description
1 05015627AA Bolt, Steering Gear Coupler Retaining, PL
1 **06506112AA Bolt, Steering Gear Coupler Retaining, JA/JX**
1 **06036212AA Clip, Steering Gear Coupler Retaining, JA/JX**