Grand Caravan V6-3.8L (2009)
Steering Gear: Customer Interest
Steering - Low Speed Squeaking Noises
NUMBER: 19-002-09
GROUP: Steering
DATE: May 08, 2009
SUBJECT:
Steering Squeak at Low Speed Maneuvers and Over Bumps
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves removing, modifying and re-installing the power steering gear heat shield.
MODELS:
2009
(RT)
Caravan/Town and Country
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles built before February 9, 2009 (MDH0209XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Some sway bars may be rubbing against the heat shield during low speed maneuvers and over bumps.
DIAGNOSIS:
Inspect the heat shield to sway bar clearance, if there is rubbing between the sway bar and the heat shield, perform the repair procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the power steering gear heat shield. Refer to the detailed removal and installation procedures available in DealerConnect > TechCONNECT
under: Service info > Steering > Gear > Removal > Step 16
3. Remove the two bolts and clips that retain the heat shield to the vehicle.
