Rodeo LS 4WD V6-3.2L (1998)
Technical Service Bulletin # SB98-10-L002
Date: 980901
Air Bags - Rubbing Noise When Turning Steering Wheel
BULLETIN NUMBER:
SB98-10-L002
ISSUE DATE:
SEPTEMBER 1998
GROUP:
STEERING
1998 RODEO (UE) & AMIGO (UA) RUBBING NOISE FROM SRS COIL ASSEMBLY
AFFECTED VEHICLES
1998 Rodeo (UE) and Amigo (UA) models.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Condition:
Abnormal rubbing noise from the steering column is detected when the steering wheel is turned.
Possible Cause:
The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) coil assembly is making contact during turning.
Correction:
Replace the SRS coil assembly (New P/N 8-97211392-0) using the procedures outlined in this bulletin.
NOTE The notice in the workshop manual section 9J instructs technicians against separating the SRS coil from the combination switch. This notice
should be disregarded when performing this service procedure. Previously, replacement SRS coils were shipped pre-assembled together with the
combination switch. For the purpose of this bulletin, AIPDN will stock SRS coil assemblies separately under the new part number 8-97211392-0.
PARTS INFORMATION
SPECIAL TOOL INFORMATION
Essential tool J-29752 is needed for removal and installation of the steering wheel.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Use the published labor operation.
Labor Time includes administrative time allowance.
Service Procedure
SERVICE PROCEDURE
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Disabling the SRS
1.
Record any radio presets.
