Monterey V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
Wheel Bearing: All Technical Service Bulletins
Drivetrain - Front Wheel Bearing Whistling Noise
TSB 04-16-13
08/23/04
NOISE FROM FRONT WHEEL HUB BEARING
FORD:
2004 Freestar
MERCURY:
2004 Monterey
ISSUE
Some Freestar/Monterey vehicles may exhibit a high pitched whistling/squealing noise from the front exterior while driving, accelerating and/or cruising.
The noise usually starts after 5-10 minutes of driving and goes away with steering wheel input.
ACTION
To service, replace the front wheel hub bearing that is causing the noise. Refer to Workshop Manual Section 204-00 for procedures. The wheel hub
bearings used in production and service have been updated.
PARTS BLOCK
WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
OPERATION
DESCRIPTION
TIME
041613A
Replace One
1.0 Hr.
Front Wheel
Hub Bearing
(Includes Time
For Road Test)
041613B
Replace Both
1.6 Hr.
Front Wheel
Hub Bearings
(Includes Time
For Road Test)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO.
CODE
1104
42
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