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Body/Frame - Clunk/Pop/Snap/Creak From Rear of Vehicle

TECHNICAL

Bulletin No.: 08-08-62-002

Date: July 14, 2008

Subject:
Clunk, Pop, Snap or Creak Noise From Rear of Vehicle (Adjust Sheet Metal)

Models:
2008 Saturn VUE

Condition

Some customers may comment on a clunk, pop, snap or creak type noise coming from the rear of the vehicle.

Cause





There may be insufficient clearance between the bumper bar and the body sheet metal on the left or right side of the vehicle at the bumper beam attachment flange (left shown).

Correction





Adjust the body sheet metal forward above the bumper bar sheet metal attaching point. Adjust the sheet metal forward above the arrows in the illustration.

Warranty Information





For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.





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