Dakota 4WD V6-3.9L VIN X (1997)
Frame: Customer Interest
Cab Mount - Popping Noise On Steep Inclines
NO: 23-65-97 Rev. A
GROUP: Body
DATE: Dec. 31, 1997
SUBJECT:
Loud Popping Noise Is Heard When Vehicle Makes A Sharp Turn Onto A Steep Incline
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 23-65-97, DATED DEC. 12, 1997, WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED
FROM YOUR FILES. 4X4 VEHICLES HAVE BEEN ADDED TO THE MODEL LIST. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH
**ASTERISKS**.
MODELS:
1997-1998 (AN) Dakota
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO 4X2 **AND 4X4** EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
A loud popping noise is heard coming from the rear of the cab as the vehicle is turned onto a steep incline such as a driveway approach.
DIAGNOSIS:
Drive the vehicle and turn onto a steep incline while listening for a popping noise coming from the rear of the cab. If a popping noise is heard, perform
the following Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
2
06501557
Bolt, Cab Isolator Mounting
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
This bulletin involves removing the rear cab isolators and removing 1/4 in. to 3/8 in. of material from the isolator sleeve.
1.
Using a suitable hoist, raise the vehicle.