V50 L5-2.4L VIN 39 B5244S7 (2005)
Rear Strut / Shock Tower: Customer Interest
Suspension - Metallic Ticking/Knocking On Rough Roads
Retailer Technical Journal 18246
Rear shock absorber support plate,
Knocking noise
Date 05-12-2009
Reference: VIDA, VSTG
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AFFECTED VEHICLES:
DESCRIPTION: A metallic ticking or knocking noise can be heard from the rear suspension when driving on rough roads.
Note:
AWD vehicles are not affected!
SERVICE:
If the noise appears coming from the support plate, first check that the nuts for the rear shock absorbers are tightened. See VIDA for torque specification.
If the torque is OK, replace the support plate.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
