Sunfire L4-2.2L VIN F (2002)
Transmission Mount: All Technical Service Bulletins
M/T - Clunk/Creak Noise From Front End
Bulletin No.: 03-07-29-005B
Date: July 23, 2004
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Clunk/Creak Noise from Front End During Low Speed Turns or Maneuvers (Transfer Replacement Rear Transmission Mount Bushing to Side
Transmission Mount)
Models:
2000-2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
2000-2005 Pontiac Sunfire
with 5-Speed Manual Transmission (RPO MM5)
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add model years and revise the title line. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 03-07-29-005A (Section
07-Transmission/Transaxle)
Condition
Some customers may comment on a clunk noise from the front of the vehicle. This condition is most common during a hard left or right turn when
starting from a complete stop.
Cause
The side (front driver's location) transmission mount is a "floating" or adjustable type of mount which may, under certain conditions, bind within the
mount, causing a clunk.
Correction
To correct the creak or clunk, remove the side transmission mount and transfer a replacement rear transmission mount bushing to the existing side
transmission mount. Use the procedure below.
1.
Open the vehicle hood and remove the washer fluid reservoir cap.
2.
Suitably support and raise the vehicle.
3.
Remove the driver's side front wheel and tire assembly.
4.
Remove the inner wheel well shroud bolts and retainers. Remove the inner shroud.
5.
Remove the outer wheel well shroud bolts and retainers. Remove the outer shroud.
6.
Remove the left fender support bolt.
7.
Remove the washer fluid reservoir retainers, the electrical connector and the hose. Remove the reservoir.
Note:
Use a block of wood in conjunction with the transmission jack to prevent possible powertrain damage.
8.
Support the transmission using a transmission jack and a block of wood to prevent possible pan damage.