Intrepid V6-3.2L VIN J (1998)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: All Technical Service Bulletins
Front Strut(s) - Squeaking Noise
NUMBER: 02-01-00
GROUP: Suspension
DATE: Feb. 4, 2000
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 02-12-98 DATED
OCTOBER 30,1998, AND SHOULD BE NOTED IN THE 1998 TECHNICAL SERVICE
BULLETIN MANUAL (PUBLICATION NO.81-699-99003). THE PARTS AND
PROCEDURE ARE COMPLETELY REVISED.
SUBJECT:
Squeaking Noise Coming From Front Strut(s)
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves a revised front strut striker cap.
MODELS:
1998 - 2000 (LH) Concorde/Intrepid/LHS/300M
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Squeaking noise from front strut(s) during suspension jounce.
DIAGNOSIS:
Bounce vehicle so that the front struts are in the full jounce position or drive the vehicle over speed bumps at 8-10 mph. If a squeaking or percolating
(similar to old coffee maker) noise can be heard coming from either front strut, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
2
05018266AA
Cap, Strut Striker
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Remove and disassemble the front struts of the 2000 Concorde/Intrepid/LHS/300M Service Manual (Publication No.81-270-0040).
2. Remove the strut striker cap by prying upward, first on one side then the other, until the cap is free of the strut housing and can be slid off the strut
shaft.
3. Install the revised strut striker cap by sliding it over the strut shaft until it contacts the strut housing. Gently tap the cap into place until it is fully
seated on the strut housing.
4. Assemble the strut and install it into the vehicle as described of the 2000 Concorde/Intrepid/LHS/300M Service Manual (Publication
No.81-270-0040).
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No:
02-05-37-92
1.5 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE: P8 - New Part
