Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2000)
Technical Service Bulletin # 02-14-99A
Date: 991222
Front Hub - Grinding Noise Vibration
NUMBER: 02-14-99 Rev. A
GROUP: Suspension
DATE: Dec. 22, 1999
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 02-14-99, DATED NOV. 5, 1999, WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM
YOUR FILES. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDE REVISED HUB/BEARING ASSEMBLY PART
NUMBERS.
SUBJECT:
Vibration Or Grinding Noise From Front Wheel Area
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing the front axle hub/bearing assembly(ies) and in some cases, the steering knuckle(s).
MODELS:
2000 (AN) Dakota
2000 (DN) Durango
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO 4X4 VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE AUGUST 31, 1999 (MDH 0831XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Vibration or grinding noise coming from the front wheel area. The vibration or grinding noise may be caused by a low mileage failure (less than 100
miles of vehicle operation) of the front axle hub/bearing assembly.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the vibration or grinding noise in the front wheel area is caused by a malfunctioning front axle hub/bearing assembly, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
**AR (2)
52069361AB
Assembly, Hub/Bearing, Vehicle Equipped With Rear Wheel
Antilock Brakes**
**AR (1)
52068964AE
Assembly, Hub/Bearing, Vehicle Equipped With Four Wheel
Antilock Brakes, Right Side**
**AR (1)
52068965AE
Assembly, Hub/Bearing, Vehicle Equipped With Four Wheel
Antilock Brakes, Left Side**
AR (1)
52106406AB
Knuckle, Steering, Right
AR (1)
52106407AB
Knuckle, Steering, Left
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No:
22-45-02-98
Replace/Inspect Hub/Bearing Assemblies
And Inspect Steering knuckles
1.2 Hrs.
02-05-31-90
Replace/Inspect Hub/Bearing Assemblies
And Replace One Steering Knuckle
1.6 Hrs.
02-05-31-91
Replace/Inspect Hub/Bearing Assemblies
And Replace Both Steering Knuckles
2.0 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE: P8- New Part
Repair Procedure
1.
Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2.
Remove the tire/wheel assembly from the side of the vehicle creating the noise.