Wheel(s) - Clicking Noise
99-093November 16, 1999
Applies To: 1999-00 Accord - ALL Japan production (VIN starts with JHM)
Wheel Makes a Clicking Noise
SYMPTOM
A clicking noise comes from a wheel/tire, usually at low speed while turning a corner after the wheels and hubs have heated up.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Rust between the hub and the wheel.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Clean off the rust and lubricate the face of the hub.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Super High-Temp Urea Grease:
P/N 08798-9002, H/C 3720984
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Operation number: 415007
Flat rate time: 0.8 hour
Failed part: P/N 42700-S84-A21 H/C 5436902
Defect code: 042
Contention code: B07
Template ID: 99-093A
Skill level: Repair Technician
Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
DIAGNOSIS
1. Make sure the vehicle has the original factory wheels.
2. Drive the vehicle to a large, empty parking lot. Make several quick stops to heat up the brakes/hubs. Then make several left and right turns, and listen for a clicking sound coming from a wheel, with a frequency that matches the tire rotation speed.
^ If you hear the clicking sound from a wheel at that frequency, continue to CORRECTIVE ACTION.
^ If the clicking sound is coming from a different location or has a different frequency, troubleshoot other causes.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Remove all four wheels.
2. Use sandpaper to clean the rust oft all four hubs.
3. Apply super high-temp urea grease to the face of each wheel where it contacts the hub.
4. Install the wheels. Torque the wheel nuts to 108 Nm (80 lb-ft).
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