Golf GTI L4-1984cc 2.0L DOHC (9A) (1990)
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Exhaust Pipe: Customer Interest
Exhaust - Ticking, Rattling Noise When Accelerating
Group: 26
Number: 91-01
Date: Feb. 29, 1991
Subject:
Ticking, Rattling Noise When Accelerating
Model(s):
Golf, Jetta, Corrado 1990 m.y.
Condition:
Exhaust pipe between mid muffler and rear muffler hits rear axle beam.
Heat shield for CV Joint hits vibration dampener mounted on "K" frame.
Production:
Intensified inspection of exhaust system during assembly.
Effective 08/90 VIN 1GMW 120 801
5OMK 001 249
Service Solution:
Align exhaust system as follows:
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Loosen all exhaust system clamps.
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Align exhaust system to insure proper hanger preload.
See repair manual Microfiche, Group 26.
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Re-tighten all exhaust system clamps.
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With one hand on mid-muffler and one hand on exhaust pipe, try to twist exhaust system.
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If system twists, clamps have insufficient torque.
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Retorque or replace clamps as necessary.
