Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2004)
Brake Pad: Technical Service Bulletins
Brakes - Front Brake Inspection RE Lawsuit BER-L-4883-04
NUMBER: 05-003-06
GROUP: Brakes
DATE: July 21, 2006
OWNERS MUST PRESENT AN "INSPECTION CERTIFICATE" TO HAVE THIS BULLETIN PERFORMED OR DEALERS MAY USE VIP TO
VERIFY APPLICABILITY. THIS INSPECTION OR INSPECTION AND REPAIR MUST TAKE PLACE BEFORE OCTOBER 20, 2006.
SUBJECT:
Front Brake Inspection Procedure - Class Action Lawsuit Titled "Robert Lubitz et al. vs. DaimlerChrysler Corp". Case No. BER-L-4883-04
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin provides a front brake inspection procedure.
MODELS:
2003 - 2004
(WJ)
Grand Cherokee
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles bought/leased AND operated in the United States.
SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
INSPECTION PROCEDURE:
1.
While road testing the vehicle between 65 and 95 kph (40 and 60 mph), lightly apply the brakes. Document on the hard copy of the repair order
whether or not there is pulsation while braking.
2.
Was there a brake pulsation while braking during the test drive?
a.
NO >> go to Step # 1 of Procedure A
b.
YES >> go to Step # 1 of Procedure B.
PROCEDURE A
1.
Raise the vehicle on a suitable hoist.
2.
Remove the lug nuts from the front wheel.
3.
Mark one wheel stud and corresponding wheel hole so the wheel can be reinstalled in the same relative position that it is removed from.
4.
Remove front wheel and tire assembly.
