Colorado 4WD L5-3.5L VIN 6 (2005)
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Technical Service Bulletin # 04-03-07-004B
Date: 050722
Steering/Suspension - Front Tires Wear Prematurely
Bulletin No.: 04-03-07-004B
Date: July 22, 2005
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Premature Front Tire Wear (Set Front Z Height, Toe and Rotate or Replace Front Tires)
Models:
2004-2005 Chevrolet Colorado
2004-2005 GMC Canyon
Built Prior to November 18, 2004
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add a build date to the Models. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 04-03-07-004A (Section 03 - Suspension).
Condition
Some customers may comment on excessive front tire wear on the inside edge of the tire.
Cause
On four wheel drive (4WD) models, an incorrect Z height trim setting, resulting in an excessive front sum toe-out of specification, may be the cause.
On two wheel drive (2WD) models, an incorrect front sum toe setting may be the cause.
Correction
Follow the procedure below for diagnosis and repair of this condition.
Important:
Prior to performing any tire repairs, permanently record the current tire inflation on the repair order.
1.
Permanently record the tire pressure settings on the repair order.
2.
Inspect the inside edge of the front tires for excessive wear.