Dakota 2WD L4-2.5L VIN P (2001)
Ball Joint: Technical Service Bulletins
Suspension - Upper Ball Joint Replacement/Warranty Ext.
NUMBER: 02-010-04
GROUP: Suspension
DATE: December 16, 2004
SUBJECT:
Upper Ball Joint Extended Warranty
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary replacing the upper ball joints.
NOTE:
The upper ball joint warranty period has been extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles. Refer to Warranty Bulletin D-04-34 for complete details.
MODELS:
2000 - 2003
(AN)
Dakota 4x2
2000 - 2003
(DN)
Durango 4x2
NOTE:
This bulletin applies only to the above vehicles built through December 31, 2002 (MDH 1231XX).
DIAGNOSIS:
1.
Position a floor jack under the right side lower suspension arm.
2.
Raise the wheel and allow the tire to lightly contact the floor (vehicle weight relieved from the tire).
