S10/T10 P/U 2WD V6-262 4.3L (1988)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: All Technical Service Bulletins
Frame Crossmember, Rear - Rattle Noise
Number:
90-403-10
Section:
10
Date:
March 1991
Corp. Bulletin No.: 062001
Subject:
RATTLE NOISE FROM REAR FRAME CROSSMEMBER
Model and Year:
1988-90 T1 TRUCKS
Separation of the rear shock absorber tower from the frame crossmember in 1988-90 T Utility Vehicles may result in the driver noticing a rattle noise
coming from the rear of the vehicle over bumps.
If the rear shock tower separates from the frame crossmember, the entire rear frame crossmember and tower assembly should be replaced using the
following parts and service procedures. The new crossmember has reinforced shock absorber towers.
Service Procedures:
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable.
2.
Raise vehicle on hoist.
3.
Remove the six bolts holding the fuel tank protective shield on and remove shield.
Figure 1 - Fuel Tank Installation
4.
Remove fuel tank (Figure 1).
A.
Drain fuel from tank through the filler neck using a hand pump or energize in-tank fuel pump and drain from fuel feed line. See service
manual for proper procedures and safety precautions.
B.
Remove lines and disconnect fuel fill hose and vent hose.
C.
Support fuel tank and remove tank supports (5).
