Rodeo LSE 4WD V6-3.2L (2000)
Front Door Limiter: By Symptom
Technical Service Bulletin # SB02-11-S001
Date: 020301
Body/Frame - Door Check Arm Popping Sound
BULLETIN NUMBER:
SB02-11-S001
ISSUE DATE:
MARCH 2002
GROUP:
BODY
RODEO/RODEO SPORT (UE/UA) DOOR CHECK ARM POPPING SOUND
AFFECTED VEHICLES
2000-2002 Rodeo (UE) and Amigo/Rodeo Sport (UA) models built prior to VIN breakpoint: # 24321514
Condition:
Some owners may comment on a loud door check arm popping sound when opening or closing the front driver or front passenger doors.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to repair if customer complaint is a clicking sound. A clicking sound when opening and closing the door is considered normal, also if
the vehicle has a new check arm assembly currently installed and customer complains of popping sound do not install a new check arm assembly.
You will need to replace the door pin, follow steps 3-4 and 7.
Possible Cause:
Door check arm bushing may be damaged or worn-out.
Correction:
Replace the door Check Arm or Bushing.
1.
Park and secure the vehicle.
2.
Open the driver's door and raise the window to the "UP" (closed) position.
3.
Use a plastic hammer to remove the door check arm pin. Pin will be reused for assembly (Figure 1).
NOTE:
Gently tap the pin upward (be careful not to loose the pin, as it will be reused).
4.
Pull the door check arm out of the check arm bracket.