Mirage Sedan DE L4-1468cc 1.5L SOHC MFI (1997)
Axle Shaft: All Technical Service Bulletins
Driveshaft - Knocking Noise
NO.: TSB-97-26-001
DATE: March, 1997
MODEL: 1997 Mirage
SUBJECT:
DRIVESHAFT KNOCKING NOISE
PURPOSE
A knocking or snapping noise from the front driveshaft may be heard when accelerating from a stop. The noise is more noticeable on automatic
transmission models. This condition is possibly caused by overly tightened front hubs or by the front hubs moving against the outer CV joint during
initial acceleration.
To eliminate the noise, confirm that the front hub nuts are tightened to the proper torque. If the noise continues, install a shim (listed in the PARTS
INFORMATION section of this bulletin) between the hub bearing and the outer CV joint on both sides of the vehicle.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
1997 Mirage models produced before 11/1/96
PROCEDURE
1.
Retorque the hub nuts as follows:
a.
Loosen the front hub nut completely.
b.
Tighten the hub nut to 177 - 236 Nm (130 - 173 ft/lb).
c.
Test drive the vehicle. If the noise is eliminated, return the vehicle to the customer.
(1)
If the noise continues, drive the vehicle forward and backward a few feet.
(2)
If the noise is still not eliminated, follow the instructions in Steps 2 and 3.
2.
Install shims on both sides of the vehicle as follows:
a.
Remove the driveshaft as described in the 1997 Mirage service manual.
b.
Insert a shim between the hub and the outer CV joint. Be sure the tabs on the shim are facing outward (toward the hub). Refer to the PARTS
INFORMATION section of this bulletin.
