Tribute 4WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2009)
Steering Shaft Coupler: Customer Interest
Steering - Pop/Clunk Noise When Turning
Bulletin No.: 06-002/10
Last Issued: 07/16/2010
Subject:
STEERING COLUMN POP/CLUNK NOISE ON TURNS
BULLETIN NOTE
Changes are noted by asterisks, in red and a change bar.
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
*2008-2010 Tribute built June 11, 2010
2008-2010 Tribute Hybrid built on or before June 11, 2010*
DESCRIPTION
Some vehicles may exhibit a pop or clunk noise from the steering column area while turning. This noise typically occurs quarter turn before the steering
wheel reaches it's end of travel stop and typically goes away with weight off the wheels.
Customers having this concern should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE