Service Bulletin - Acura MDX Forum
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1. AACURA Service Bulletin Applies To 2001 MDX ALL 02 028 ll October 28 2002 2002 MDX From VIN 2HNYD1 2H500001 thru 2HNYD1 2H543293 Creaking or Ticking From the Dashboard or a Front Strut SYMPTOM A creaking or ticking comes from the dashboard or front fender area The noise occurs when driving over bumps and sometimes when braking or turning PROBABLE CAUSE Paint from the front damper mounting base is sticking to the body or burrs from a body spot weld are contacting the front damper mounting base CORRECTIVE ACTION Remove the front damper spring assembly grind off the body spot weld burrs and refinish the surface and or install shims to the damper mounting base PARTS INFORMATION Self Adhesive Shim P N 75826 634 300 H C 0701896 Requires three shims per side WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION In warranty The normal warranty applies OPH DESCRIPTION FRT Grind off spot weld burrs and install shims to the damper mounting base REPAIR PROCEDURE A 414001 414007 Install shims to the damper mounting base REPAIR PROCEDURE B Failed Part P N 60750 S9V A00ZZ H C 7018351 Defect Code 042 Contention Code B07 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 start2. disconnect the brake hose Disconnect the stabilizer link from the damper Position a floor jack under the front lower arm of the damper Raise the floor jack to support the arm 02 028 6 Remove the service caps from the upper portion of 9 Install three self adhesive shims to the damper the damper cover mounting base as shown Position the shims so the edge of the shim is slightly rolled over the edge of SERVICE CARS the damper mounting base DAMPER FLANGE NUTS SELF ADHESIVE SHIMS Reach up into the wheelwell and install the shims to the top of the damper mounting base Lower the damper assembly 7 Remove the three flange nuts from the damper and lower the damper assembly with the floor jack 8 Clean the surface of the upper damper mounting base with isopropyl alcohol Y 10 Reinstall the damper assembly Torque the three flange mounting nuts to 59 N m 48 Ib ft 11 Reinstall the service caps to the upper portion of the damper cover 12 Reconnect the stabilizer link to the damper and torque the mounting nut to 78 N m 58 lb ft 13 Reconnect the brake hose bracket to the damper and torque the mounting bolt to 22 N m 16 lb ft 14 Reconnect the wheel sensor harness bracket to the damper and torque the mounting bolt to 9 5 N m 7 b ft 15 Reinstall the front wheels 16 Test drive the vehicle over bumps to make sure the noise is gone 02 028 3 of 3
3. ing work 2002 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved BTB 24595 DIAGNOSIS With the hood open and the vehicle parked rock the vehicle from side to side and listen for a creaking or ticking noise coming from the front damper area If you are unable to duplicate the noise test drive the vehicle over small bumps to help confirm the noise e If a creaking or ticking noise comes from the dashboard or front damper area go to the appropriate REPAIR PROCEDURE e If the noise is not a creaking or ticking from the dashboard or front damper area continue troubleshooting REPAIR PROCEDURE A 2002 MDX From VIN 2HNYD1 2H523466 thru 2HNYD1 2H532574 1 Remove the appropriate front damper spring assembly Refer to page 18 18 of the 2001 02 MDX Service Manual 2 While wearing eye protection use an angle grinder with sandpaper to remove any spot weld burrs that are raised above the surface of the damper mounting area Grind down the burrs flush with the surrounding area Grinding off more material than necessary may create an uneven surface and could result in additional noise 1 of 3 CUSTOMER INFORMATION The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle These procedures should not be attempted by do it yourselfers and you should not assume this bulletin applies to your vehic
4. le or that your vehicle has the condition described To determine whether this information applies contact an authorized Acura automobile dealer 3 4 s7 6 NOTE The exact location of spot weld burrs may vary Be sure to check the damper mounting area completely SPOT 4 WELD BURR UNDERSIDE OF T DAMPER MOUNTI LOCATIONS AREA L m Prepare and refinish the bare metal to prevent rust Refer to the appropriate body repair manual Clean the surface of the damper mounting base with isopropyl alcohol Install three self adhesive shims to the damper mounting base as shown Position the shims so the edge of the shim is slightly rolled over the edge of the damper mounting base SELF ADHESIVE SHIMS Reinstall the front damper spring assembly Refer to page 18 20 of the 2001 02 MDX Service Manual 7 Check the front wheel alignment and adjust as 8 necessary Test drive the vehicle over bumps to make sure the noise is gone 20f3 REPAIR PROCEDURE B 2001 MDX All 2002 MDX From VIN 2HNYD1 2H500001 thru 2HNYD1 2H523465 2002 MDX From VIN 2HNYD1 2H532575 thru 2HNYD1 2H543293 1 2 Raise the vehicle on a hoist and remove the front wheels Remove the wheel sensor harness bracket from the damper Do not disconnect the wheel sensor connector STABILIZER LINK BRAKE HOSE BRACKET WHEEL SENSOR HARNESS BRACKET Remove the brake hose bracket from the damper Do not
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