Cooper Clubman (R55) L4-1.6L (N12) (2010)
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Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: All Technical Service Bulletins
Body/Suspension - Clicking Noise From Rear Suspension
SI M33 01 10
Rear Axle
September 2010
Technical Service
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M33 01 10 dated July 2010.
[NEW] designates changes to this revision
SUBJECT
Clicking Noise from Rear Suspension on Uneven Road Surface
MODEL
[NEW]R55 from 12/31/2007 to 12/30/2009
SITUATION
A clicking noise is heard from the rear suspension on uneven roads
CAUSE
There is excessive weld spatter on the contact surface between the rear shock absorber mount and the body (1).
PROCEDURE
Confirm that the noise is coming from the rear shock mounts. Remove both shock absorbers and check for excessive weld spatter on the contact surface
between the body and the shock guide support. Scrape away weld spatter from the body. Apply zinc-based brushable primer to any bare metal exposed
afier removing the weld spatter.
[NEW] Install gasket P/N 33 50 6 798 878 (1) on the top of each shock mount before reinstalling the shocks.
[NEW] PARTS INFORMATION
