Stratus Sedan V6-2.7L VIN T FFV (2003)
Brake Shoe: Customer Interest
Brakes - Rear Drum Brake Clunk Noise
NUMBER: 05-006-02
GROUP: Brakes
DATE: Dec. 13, 2002
THIS BULLETIN IS BEING PROVIDED IN ADVANCE. DO NOT ORDER PARTS OR PERFORM ANY ACTIONS RELATED TO THIS
BULLETIN UNTIL DEC. 20, 2002.
SUBJECT:
Rear Drum Brake Clunk Sound
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves installation of revised rear brake shoe hold down springs.
MODELS:
2003
(JR)
Sebring Sedan/Stratus Sedan
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DRUM BRAKE (SALES CODE BRB) BUILT ON OCT. 7, 2002 (MDH
1007XX) THROUGH AND INCLUDING NOV.26, 2002 (MDH 1126XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
A clunk sound may be heard coming from rear of vehicle when driving over a rough road surface.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the vehicle operator describes the above Symptom, drive the car over some rough pavement and listen for the clunk sound, if heard, drive over the
same pavement again while the parking brake lever is pulled up 3 clicks. If the clunk sound goes away, perform the Repair Procedure. If the clunk sound
remains with the parking brake pulled up 3 clicks, this bulletin does not apply and further diagnosis is required.
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1.
Raise vehicle on an appropriate hoist.
2.
Remove rear wheel lug nuts.
3.
Remove the rear tire/wheel assembly.
4.
Remove the rear brake drum.
