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Suspension - Stabilizer Bar Squawk/Screech Noise

NUMBER: 02-001-04

GROUP: Suspension

DATE: March 02, 2004

SUBJECT:
Stabilizer Bar Bushing Squawk

OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves lubricating the front stabilizer bar bushings.

MODELS:

2004 (HB) Durango

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

A squawking or screeching sound may be present with suspension movement in temperatures below freezing.

DIAGNOSIS:

If customers indicate that the condition is present, perform the Repair Procedure.





PARTS REQUIRED:

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.

2. Remove the stabilizer bar.

3. Clean the stabilizer bar next to bushings and slide the bushing inboard to clear the area where the bushings contact the stabilizer bar.

4. Apply a liberal coating if Mopar Lubricant, p/n 05019061AA, to the stabilizer bar in the area that the bushing contacts the bar.

5. Slide the bushings back into their original position and install the stabilizer bar.

POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.





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Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.