Steering/Suspension - Smooth Road Vibration

NUMBER: 02-09-99

GROUP: Suspension

DATE: July 2, 1999

SUBJECT:
Smooth Road Steering Wheel Vibration

OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves inspecting and correcting front suspension components and replacing the front suspension lower control arm rear bushing as needed.

MODELS:

1995-1999 (PL) Neon

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

A smooth road steering wheel back and forth oscillation/vibration may be observed when driving at around 72 MPH.

DIAGNOSIS:











Test drive the vehicle on a smooth road with all accessories turned off to determine the speed and magnitude of the vibration/shake condition.

PARTS REQUIRED:

2 05016581AA Bushing, Front Lower Control Arm Rear Isolator

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

1. Remove and replace the front lower control arm rear isolator bushing following the procedure in the appropriate Neon Service Manual, Section 2, Suspension.

2. Set the wheel alignment using the procedures and the specifications found in the appropriate Neon Service Manual, Section 2, Suspension.

POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

TIME ALLOWANCE:

Labor Operation No: 02-10-06-90 2.9 Hrs.

FAILURE CODE: P8 - New Part