X-Type (X400) V6-3.0L (2002)
Parking Brake Cable: All Technical Service Bulletins
Brakes - Chirp/Creak Noise From Rear of Vehicle
XT206-07
DATE
04/05
X-TYPE
MODEL
2002 MY-ON X-TYPE
VIN
C00294-E45113
Creak/Chirp Noise From Rear Of Vehicle On Rough/Uneven Surfaces - Parking Brake Cables - Repair Procedure
Issue:
This Technical Bulletin has been issued to address customer concerns of a creak/chirp noise emanating from the rear of the vehicle over rough/uneven
surfaces. This noise can be caused by oversize parking brake cables.
Action:
In case of a verified customer complaint of the above noise condition, measure the parking brake cable diameter.
If the parking brake cable is 12.5 mm or above, replace the cables. This is to be carried out as a separate Warranty Claim.
If the parking brake cable is under 12.5 mm, install new modified C-clips on the parking brake cables. Follow the Service Instruction outlined below.
1.
Raise vehicle on lift.
2.
Detach the rear parking brake cable from the mounting (Illustration 1).
