Front Brake Caliper - Rattling Noise
Group: CHASSISNumber: 02-50-002
Date: JANUARY, 2002
Model: 1996-2001 ELANTRA / TIBURON
Subject:
1996-2001 ELANTRA/TIBURON FRONT
BRAKE CALIPER RATTLE NOISE REPAIR KIT
DESCRIPTION:
If a rattling noise is heard from the front brake calipers during braking and/or while driving the vehicle over rough road surfaces, this noise may be caused by improper clearance between the caliper and guide rod.
To improve this condition, a kit containing guide rods, rubber bushings and special grease has been made available. If this condition is diagnosed, the guide rods in the front brake calipers should be replaced using the following procedure.
PARTS INFORMATION
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Hoist the vehicle.
2. Remove the left front wheel.
3. Inspect both top and bottom guide rods.
a. Guide rod (B): If the guide rod color is yellow and there is a rubber bushing on the rod, no replacement is required.
b. Guide rod (A): If the guide rod color is black and there is no rubber bushing on the rod, replacement is required.
4. Install the rubber bushing on the guide rod (A) supplied in the kit.
5. Evenly apply about 2-3 grams of grease on the entire guide and then insert it into the caliper.
6. Reinstall all components in the reverse order of removal.
7. Torque all bolts and nuts according to torque values provided in the appropriate Shop Manuals.
8. Perform above repair procedure on the opposite side of the front wheel.
WARRANTY INFORMATION