Sable V6-183 3.0L DOHC VIN S MFI (1997)
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
OASIS CODES: 301000, 303000, 304000, 305000, 306000, 597997, 702000, 702100, 702300
Sources of Various Front Underbody Noises
Front underbody noises may originate from several different sources and are often difficult to locate and diagnose. Common noise locations include:
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Front struts
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Subframe insulators
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Stabilizer bar
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Steering and suspension components
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Powertrain mounts
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Brake components
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Tires and wheels
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Subframe and body
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Halfshafts
Customer Road Test
Test drive the vehicle with the customer to understand the conditions that create the noise. The ability to duplicate the noise is a key step in Fixing It
Right The First Time On Time. Once the conditions are established, you should then use an assistant to drive the vehicle while you direct your attention
to defining the noise and locating its source.
Defining the Noise
