Civic DX Sedan L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC MFI (2001)
Control Arm Bushing: All Technical Service Bulletins
Suspension - Rear Suspension Squeaking Noises
02-070
September 30, 2003
Applies To:
*2001-02 Civic - ALL*
Squeak From the Rear Suspension
(Supersedes 02-070, dated May 6, 2003)
Updated information is shown by asterisks and black bars.
SYMPTOM
A squeak from the rear of the vehicle when driving slowly or going over a speed bump. You can hear the noise by bouncing the rear of the vehicle up
and down while parked on a level surface.
PROBABLE CAUSE
*Worn lower front bushing on the rear knuckle.*
CORRECTIVE ACTION
*Inspect the lower front bushings on both rear knuckles. If the bushings have a rubber collar, and are worn, replace the bushings. If the bushings have a
steel collar, and you suspect them to be the source of the noise, disregard this service bulletin and replace the rear knuckles.*
PARTS INFORMATION
Rear Knuckle Lower Front Bushing (left or right):
P/N: 52365-S5A-802, H/C 7315849
TOOL INFORMATION
Rear Knuckle Bushing Remover/Installer Kit:
T/N 07AAF-S5AA150, H/C 7218266
(This kit contains separate remover and installer tools. The installer tool is not used for this repair.)
C-Frame Tool: OTC P/N 7248, H/C 6279186
Bushing Installer: T/N 07AAF-S5AA120, H/C 7360811
(Contains adapters A and B for the C-frame tool.)
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
418109
Flat Rate Time:
1.0 hour
Failed Part:
P/N 52365-S5A-024
H/C 6571616
Defect Code:
042
Contention Code:
B07
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.