Suspension - Front Suspension Knocking Noise
03-075November 7, 2003
Applies To:
2002 Civic Si - ALL
2003 Civic Si - From VIN SHHEP3...3U400001 thru SHHEP3...3U406119
2003 CR-V - From VIN SHSRD6...3U100001 thru SHSRD6...3U106557
- From VIN SHSRD7...3U100001 thru SHSRD7...3U141932
Knocking From the Front Suspension
(Supersedes 03-075, dated October 14, 2003)
Updated information is shown with black bars.
SYMPTOM
Knocking comes from the front suspension while driving over a bumpy road.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The damper shaft nut isn't tight enough.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Loosen and retorque the damper shaft nut to the appropriate torque specification.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Failed Part: P/N 51601-S5T-A03 (Civic Si)
H/C 7051360
P/N 51601-S9A-A06 (CR-V)
H/C 6918254
Defect Code: 07405
Symptom Code: 04205
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
DIAGNOSIS
Test-drive the vehicle over a rough road while turning left or right. Note any noise and the side(s) it comes from.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Hold the damper shaft with a 6 mm hex (Allen) wrench, and loosen the damper nut 1/2 turn with a 17 mm crowfoot and rachet.
2. Hold the damper shaft with a 6 mm hex (Allen) wrench, and use a torque wrench with a 17 mm crowfoot to torque the damper shaft nut to 49 Nm (36 lb-ft).
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other side, if necessary.
4. Test-drive the vehicle to confirm that the noise is gone.
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