Steering/Suspension - Front End Clunking On Bumps

SI M31 01 07
Front Axle

December 2007
Technical Service

SUBJECT
Knocking Noise from Front Axle

MODEL
Cooper (R56) produced from 8/06 to 4/07

Cooper S (R56) produced from 8/06 to 4/07

SITUATION
The customer may report a knocking noise from the front axle which occurs when driving over bumps or uneven road surfaces.

CAUSE
Incorrect sway bar bushings fitted for the front sway bar.

CORRECTION
On a customer complaint basis, check the front sway bar bushings for a gap between the bushings and the sway bar itself. If any visible gap exists, replace the sway bar bushings.





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Covered under the terms of the MINI New Vehicle Limited Warranty.





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