Suspension - Rough Handling/Front Strut(s) Leaking

NUMBER: 02-001-09

GROUP: Springs/Shocks

DATE: August 08, 2009

SUBJECT:
Poor Handling and/or Strut Leaking and/or Rides Rough

OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing the, jounce bumper and dust shield with a new design if front struts are replaced due to degraded performance.

MODELS:

2007-2009 (PM) Caliber

2007-2009 (MK) Compass/Patriot

NOTE:
This Bulletin applies to vehicles built before April 23, 2009 (MDH 0423XX).

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The front strut(s) leaking and/or the vehicle handles rough.

DISCUSSION:
When replacing front struts due to degraded performance. The jounce bumper/dust shield must be replaced with the latest design. Perform the inspection/repair procedure to determine if jounce bumper/dust shield requires replacement





SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:








PARTS REQUIRED:

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

1. Is the jounce bumper and dust shield a one-piece black rubber part?

a. Yes >> Proceed to

b. No >> This bulletin does not apply the latest part design has been implemented.

2. Remove both right and left front struts. Refer to the detailed removal procedures available in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT under: Service Info > 2-Front Suspension > STRUT, Suspension, Assembly > Removal.

NOTE:
Even though one front strut needs replacement both jounce bumper/dust shields require replacement.

3. Disassemble the undamaged strut assembly. Refer to the detailed removal procedures available in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT under: Service Info > 2-Front Suspension > STRUT, Suspension, Assembly> Disassembly.

4. Remove the undamaged front strut assembly jounce bumper.

5. Install jounce bumper(s) p/n 05171137AB on the replacement and undamaged front strut assembly.

6. Install dust shield cover(s) p/n 05171132AC on both the strut assemblies.

7. Assemble the strut assemblies. Refer to the detailed removal procedures available in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT under: Service Info > 2-Front Suspension > STRUT, Suspension, Assembly > Assembly.

8. Install the strut assemblies. Refer to the detailed installation procedures available in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT under: Service Info > 2-Front Suspension > STRUT, Suspension, Assembly > Installation.

POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.





TIME ALLOWANCE:





FAILURE CODE:

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