323 L4-1800cc 1.8L OHC (1991)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Customer Interest
Front Strut - Noise While Turning
Bulletin No.
012/92
Issued
7/22/92
Revised
Category
R
Applicable Model/s
1990-'92 323/Protege
Subject
FRONT STRUT NOISE WHILE TURNING
DESCRIPTION
Noise from the front of the car may be noticeable while turning. This may be more pronounced at low speeds and in cold weather.
This is likely caused by dirt accumulation in the top strut mount bushing causing excessive friction.
A groove was added to the front strut bushing to help keep dirt from entering the sliding surface of the bushing. Figure 1.
VIN OF PRODUCTION CHANGE
JM1BG****M0311279
August 1, 1991
JM1BG****N0401717
August 1, 1991
REPAIR PROCEDURE
Install the new strut bushings according to Workshop Manual procedures in Section R.
NOTE:
Before removing strut assembly, place a reference "Mark" on the strut block-to-inner fender. This will assure original position of wheel alignment when
reinstalling the strut.
PARTS INFORMATION
PART NUMBER
NEW
OLD
DESCRIPTION
QTY
INTERCHANGEABILITY
B455 34 38XA
B455 34 38X
Bushing
2
NEW -> OLD
