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Body - Ticking/Popping Noise from A-Pillar

SOURCE: Mitsubishi Tech Talk Article November 2004

TITLE: Ticking/Popping Noise from A-Pillar

APPLIES TO: 2004 Galant

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A ticking or popping noise from the A-pillar area during acceleration or deceleration, more often on hot days, may be caused by pillar brace bolts (5) that may need tightening. The brace is behind the front fender liner.
Bolt tightening torque is: 16 + 2 ft-lb.