MDX V6-3.7L (2007)
The normal warranty applies.
Failed Part:
P/N 51390-STX-A00
Defect Code:
01102
Symptom Code:
04201
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
DIAGNOSIS
Listen for one or more clicking noises in the front suspension area while accelerating from a moderate stop (between normal and abrupt) or while
braking.
^ If you hear the noise, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
^ If you don't hear the noise, continue with normal troubleshooting.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Remove one front lower arm assembly:
^
Refer to page 18-17 in the 07-09 MDX Service Manual or
^
Online, enter keywords LOWER ARM, and select Front Lower Arm Removal/Installation from the list.
2. Replace the front compliance bushing:
NOTE:
Make sure you properly align the bushing with the lower arm, and torque it while off the vehicle or the splines will be damaged:
^
Refer to page 18-19 in the service manual, or
^
Online, enter keyword BUSHING, and select Front Lower Arm Removal/Installation from the list. Scroll through the procedure to bushing
replacement.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other side.
4. Check the front wheel alignment, and adjust it if needed:
^
Refer to page 18-5 in the service manual, or
^
Online, enter keyword ALIGN, and select Wheel Alignment from the list.
5. If equipped with an active damper system, do the headlight initial position learning procedure:
^
Refer to page 22-233 in the service manual, or
^
Online, enter keywords HEADLIGHT LEARN, and select Headlight Initial Position Learning Procedure from the list.
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