Cavalier/Z24 L4-134 2.2L (1991)
Tie Rod Boot: All Technical Service Bulletins
Inner Tie Rod Bushing - Creaking Noise
Number: 91-417-3C
Section: 3C
Date: SEPT. 1991
Corporate Bulletin No.: 133210
ASE No.: A4
Subject:
INNER TIE ROD BUSHING CREAK
Model and Year:
1990-91 CAVALIER, CORSICA, BERETTA
Condition:
Low ambient temperatures and moderate suspension travels may result in a creaking noise from the inner tie rod bushings. This noise is
very similar and should not be confused with "stabilizer shaft bushing squawk." The "creak" occurs primarily at temperatures below 30
F and usually stops as the inner tie rods warm from engine heat. Lubing the inner tie rod assemblies with silicone grease may reduce the
creak for a short time, but the noise will return.
Cause:
The creak is caused by the the rod bushing slipping inside of the tie rod end and is due to a change in bushing material that was found to
be more sensitive to suspension travels during cold temperatures.
Correction:
Replace the tie rods with ones containing an improved bushing material using the procedure described in the appropriate Service
Manual. For effective repair use all parts in kit, regardless of original condition.
Part Number
Description
26032209
Left Side inner tie-rod assembly kit
26032210
Right Side inner tie-rod assembly kit
Parts are expected to be available on September 30, 1991. In case of limited inventory, parts will be placed on 400 Control to waive VIP surcharges.
Only verifiable emergency VIP orders will be accepted. SPO will make every effort to obtain parts. However, the part will be shipped premium
transportation at dealer's expense and all other order types will be placed on backorder until the 400 control is removed.
VIN Breakpoints:
1991 vehicles built after the VIN breakpoints listed below contain the new inner tie rod bushing material.
J-Car
Lordstown
M7263422
L-Car
Wilmington
MY220717
L-Car
Linden
ME170463
Labor Operation Number:
Right E8040
Left E8041
Both E8047
Labor Time:
Use Current Labor Time Guide
Trouble Code:
92
