DeVille V8-4.6L VIN Y (1998)
Subframe: Customer Interest
Interior - Clunk, Rattle Or Metal Noise From Front
File In Section: 03 - Suspension
Bulletin No.: 99-03-08-005
Date: October, 1999
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Clunk, Rattle or Metal to Metal Noise from Front of Vehicle
(Install Anti-Slip/Friction Material)
Models:
1998-99 Buick Park Avenue
1998-99 Buick Riviera
1998-99 Cadillac DeVille, Eldorado, Seville
1998-99 Oldsmobile Aurora
Built prior to April 1, 1999
Condition
Some customers may comment that a clunk, rattle or metal-to-metal noise from the left front or right front of the vehicle can be heard in the passenger
compartment. This condition may be more noticeable in cold weather conditions.
Cause
This condition may be due to the stabilizer bar rubber insulator "walking out" of it's seated position between the engine frame and the stabilizer mounting
bracket/clamp during large suspension movements.
Correction
Install a 50 mm (2 in) by 38 mm (1.5 in) strip of anti-slip/friction material such as 3M(R) SAFETY-WALK (TM)General Purpose Tread Tape, P/N
19221, or equivalent, between the engine frame and the stabilizer shaft insulator.
Repair Procedure
