Passport 2WD V6-3.2L SOHC (6VD1) (1995)
Wheel Hub: Customer Interest
Suspension - Grease Leaks From the Front Hubs
97-001
JAN 13, 1997
Applies To:
1994 - 96 Passport 2WD - ALL
1997 Passport 2WD - Thru VIN 4S6C.58..V4405580
Grease Leak From the Front Hubs
SYMPTOM
Wheel bearing grease on the outside of the front wheels.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The liquid gasket used to seal the hub covers allows some of the hub grease to leak onto the front wheels.
PARTS INFORMATION
Gasket, Hub Cover (two required):
P/N 8-97168-479-0, H/C 5281092
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation number:
415108
Fiat rate time:
0.6 hour
Failed part:
P/N 8-94173-314-1
H/C 4377727
Defect code:
060
Contention code:
B99
Template ID:
97-001A
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You
must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
On both front wheels, install a gasket between the hub and its cover. After they are initially installed, you should replace these gaskets whenever the hub
covers are removed.
1.
Raise the vehicle on a lift, and remove the front wheels.