Patriot 4WD L4-2.4L (2009)
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Is the jounce bumper and dust shield a one-piece black rubber part?
a. Yes >> Proceed to
b. No >> This bulletin does not apply the latest part design has been implemented.
2. Remove both right and left front struts. Refer to the detailed removal procedures available in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT under: Service
Info > 2-Front Suspension > STRUT, Suspension, Assembly > Removal.
NOTE:
Even though one front strut needs replacement both jounce bumper/dust shields require replacement.
3. Disassemble the undamaged strut assembly. Refer to the detailed removal procedures available in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT under:
Service Info > 2-Front Suspension > STRUT, Suspension, Assembly> Disassembly.
4. Remove the undamaged front strut assembly jounce bumper.
5. Install jounce bumper(s) p/n 05171137AB on the replacement and undamaged front strut assembly.
6. Install dust shield cover(s) p/n 05171132AC on both the strut assemblies.
7. Assemble the strut assemblies. Refer to the detailed removal procedures available in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT under: Service Info >
2-Front Suspension > STRUT, Suspension, Assembly > Assembly.
8. Install the strut assemblies. Refer to the detailed installation procedures available in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT under: Service Info >
2-Front Suspension > STRUT, Suspension, Assembly > Installation.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE: