ION L4-2.2L VIN F (2004)
Transmission Mount: All Technical Service Bulletins
Drivetrain - Vibration/Growling Noise on Left Hand Turns
File in Section: 07 - Transmission/Transaxle
Bulletin No.: 04-07-30-009
Issue Date: March, 2004
Subject:
Vibration and/or Grind/Growl Noise from Front End of Vehicle During Left Hand Turns (Adjust Rear Transaxle Mount)
Models Affected:
2003-2004 Saturn ION Vehicles
Attention: Technician
Condition:
Some customers may comment on a vibration and/or a grind/growl noise from the front of the vehicle on left hand turns.
Cause:
The rear transaxle mount may be turned out of position and contacting the rear transaxle mount bracket.
Correction:
Using the procedure in this bulletin, adjust the rear transaxle mount.
Procedure:
1.
Verify concern using Chassis Ears Tool SA9217NE, or equivalent.
2.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to "Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle" in the General Information section of the appropriate Saturn ION Service
Manual.
3.
Inspect rear transaxle mount position in rear transaxle mount bracket.
4.
If rear transaxle mount is not centered in the rear transaxle mount bracket, the rear transaxle mount must be adjusted. Proceed to Step 6.
5.
If transaxle mount is properly positioned, use Chassis Ears Tool SA92I7NE, or equivalent, to pinpoint the source of the concern.
6.
If the transaxle mount is not properly positioned, loosen the rear transaxle mount to frame bolts but do not remove them.
