Midsize LTD V6-232 3.8L (1985)
Brake Caliper: All Technical Service Bulletins
Front End - Clunk/Pop Noise On Turns
Article No. 85-4-31
NOISE CLUNK/POP IN FRONT END ON TURNS WITH BRAKES APPLIED
FORD 1984-85 THUNDERBIRD, LTD, MUSTANG
LINCOLN-MERCURY 1984-85 COUGAR, MARQUIS, CAPRI
This article outlines the procedure to service vehicles which may exhibit a clunk/pop noise in the front end when turning with the brakes applied. This
procedure is to be performed on both right and left sides of the vehicle. This condition does not affect vehicle handling.
1.
Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3.
Check the two lower suspension arm inner pivot nuts and bolts for proper torque. If loose, torque to 190-203 Nm (140-150 ft.lb.).
4.
Check the two nut sand bolts that attach the strut to the spindle for proper torque. If loose, torque to 230-244 Nm (170-180 ft.lb.).