Durango 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
Technical Service Bulletin # 05-06-98
Date: 981009
Front Brake Caliper - Rattle Noise on Rough Roads
NO: 05-06-98
GROUP: Brakes
DATE: Oct. 9, 1998
SUBJECT:
Rattle Noise Coming From Front Brake Caliper Area
MODELS:
1998 (DN) Durango
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Rattle noise coming from the front brake caliper area while driving on a rough surfaced road that disappears when the brakes are applied.
DIAGNOSIS:
While driving the vehicle on a rough surfaced road, listen for a rattling noise coming from the front brake caliper area. If a rattling noise is heard, lightly
apply the brakes. If the noise disappears, perform the following Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
1
05014095AB
Kit, Front Brake Shoe
AR (1)
52O3945OAB
Knuckle, Right Side Steering
AR (1)
52039451AB
Knuckle, Left Side Steering
AR (1)
04318080
Fluid, Mopar Brake
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No:
05-70-22-93
Replace Front Brake Shoes
0.6 Hrs.
Related Operation No:
02-05-31-50
Replace Steering Knuckle, Right Side
0.9 Hrs.
02-05-31-51
Replace Steering Knuckle, Left Side
0.9 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE: P8 - New Part
Repair Procedure
This bulletin involves installing a revised set of front brake shoes.
1.
Clean master cylinder reservoir and filler caps.
2.
Remove the reservoir filler cap and drain approximately 1/4 of the fluid from the reservoir. Use a clean suction gun or similar device to drain the
brake fluid.
3.
Raise and support the vehicle.
4.
Remove front wheel and tire assemblies.
5.
Bottom the caliper pistons in the caliper bores using a large C-clamp. Position the C-clamp frame on the rear of the caliper and clamp screw on the
outboard brake shoe.
