Corvette V8-6.2L (2008)
Axle Nut: Customer Interest
Drivetrain - Rear Wheel Tapping/Scraping Noise
TECHNICAL
Bulletin No.: 07-04-95-001A
Date: May 29, 2008
Subject:
Tapping or Scraping Noise From Rear Wheel Area (Replace Wheel Drive Shaft Nut)
Models:
2005-2009 Cadillac XLR
2005-2009 Chevrolet Corvette
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add the 2009 model year. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 07-04-95-001 (Section 04 - Driveline/Axle).
Condition
Some customers may comment on a tapping or a scraping noise coming from the rear wheel area.
Cause
This condition may be due to the torque on the wheel drive shaft nut relaxing over time.
Correction
Replace the left and the right wheel drive shaft nut following the procedure below.
1.
Remove the center cap from the rim.
2.
Remove and discard the wheel drive shaft nut.
3.
Apply LOCTITE(TM) 272 or equivalent to the threads of the axle shaft.
4.
Install the nut and tighten to the new specification.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 215 N.m (160 lb ft).
5.
Install the center cap to the rim.
Important:
The vehicle should not be driven for 24 hours following the repair in order to allow the thread lock to cure.
Parts Information
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.
