Drivetrain - Front Wheel Hub Noises
Title Noise from front wheel hub, Splash shield installationRef No US23714.1.0 en-GB
Issuer -
Partner 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America
Func Group 7731 Func Desc hub, front
Status Released
Status date 2010-12-20
Issue Date 2010-12-01
References VIDA, VSTG
Attachment
Vehicle Type
CSC
DTC
Text
CSC = Customer Symptom Code
DTC = Diagnostic Trouble Code
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DESCRIPTION:
To extend the life of the front wheel hub a special splash shield has been developed to be installed on the drive shafts. This part will protect the front wheel hub from water intrusion and possible corrosion inside the bearing.
PRODUCT MODIFICATION:
The splash shield will be introduced in production from structure week 2010w48. A service splash shield is also available for spare parts.
SERVICE:
If the front wheel hub needs to be replaced then it is recommended to install a splash shield on the drive shaft to extend the life time of the new front wheel hub.
Use VIDA repair method for accessing the front drive shaft. Install the splash shield on the drive shaft according to the attachment.
Note!
There are two different splash shields depending on drive shaft type. Refer to the attachment to establish which splash shield should be used.
PARTS:
PN 31329801, splash shield for drive shaft type 1.
PN 31329804, splash shield for drive shaft type 2 and 3.
VOLVO STANDARD TIMES GUIDE (VSTG) INFO
Attachment - Instructions