Altima V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2003)
Technical Service Bulletin # 03-002
Date: 030106
Suspension - Intermittent Clunking Noise
Classification:
FA02-003
Reference:
NTB03-002
Date:
January 6,2003
2002-2003 ALTIMA; CLUNK NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION
APPLIED VEHICLES:
2002-2003 Altima (L31)
IF YOU CONFIRM:
An intermittent (difficult to duplicate) "clunk" noise coming from the front suspension area when:
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first accelerating OR,
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applying the brakes OR,
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going over bumps.
ACTIONS:
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Check/Tighten the Torque on the Front Suspension Components.
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Measure Clearance Between the Transverse Link Bushing and the Opening in the Suspension Member (see Figure 1, above).
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If necessary: Squeeze (Close) the Front Transverse Link "Suspension Member" (Frame) Opening Slightly.