S60 L5-2.4L VIN 64 B5244S6 (2003)
Axle Shaft: Customer Interest
Drivetrain - Front Axle Pinging Noise On Garage Shifts
NO: 77-08
DATE: 3-25-2004
MODEL: S60, S80, All V70 MY 2001 -->
CHASSIS: All (see below for details)
SUBJECT: Front Axle Ping Noise
REFERENCE: VADIS
THIS TECH NOTE SUPERCEDES THE PREVIOUS 77-08 DATED 8-29-03. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR FILES.
DESCRIPTION:
When performing garage shifts (Drive to Reverse / Reverse to Drive), the hub axle interface may make a ping type noise. This noise may also be heard
while cruising and changing from acceleration to deceleration.
SERVICE:
Completely remove both front axles from the hub assembly. Once the axle is removed, the axle and hub interface should be thoroughly cleaned using
cleaner (PN 1161436). Apply metal adhesive (PN 1161370) evenly throughout the axle and hub interface. The sealing washer (PN 30647015) between
the axle and hub should be replaced on the vehicles listed below. Reinstall the axles and allow 6 hours for metal adhesive to cure.
Note - This method is not applicable to XC90
Sealing washer should be replaced on the following vehicles.
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