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....could you please look up TSB 53-33-07B issued Jul98-- Front Suspension - Scrunching/Popping Noise? Every dealer I have called wants me to bring it in, they won't give the info for some reason. My '94 Z34 has this problem and it really bugs me. Thanks a lot if you can help.....

 

Tony

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Here ya go!:)

 

Front Suspension - Scrunching/Popping Noise

 

File In Section: 3 - Steering/Suspension

 

Bulletin No.: 53-33-07B

 

Date: July, 1998

 

Subject:

Front Suspension Scrunch/Pop Noise

(Install Front Suspension Jounce Washer)

 

Models:

1994-96 Buick Regal

1994-98 Chevrolet Lumina

1995-98 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

1994-97 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

1994-96 Pontiac Grand Prix

 

This bulletin is being revised to add the 1998 model year for Chevrolet. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 53-33-07A (Section 3 - Steering/Suspension).

 

Condition

 

Some vehicles may exhibit a scrunch/popping type noise coming from the front of vehicle that is apparent during low speed turning maneuvers.

 

Cause

 

Slip-stick condition that occurs between front suspension strut bumper and front strut closure nut.

 

Correction

 

Install a front suspension jounce washer, P/N 10403367, on each front strut assembly following service procedure indicated.

 

Service Procedure

 

Caution Do not perform this service procedure unless the weight of the vehicle is on the suspension. The weight of the vehicle keeps the coil spring compressed, otherwise the released coil spring could cause personal injury

 

1. Scribe strut cover to body to assure proper camber adjustment.

 

2. Remove strut mount cover by removing three cover nuts.

 

3. Remove strut shaft nut using No. 50 torx bit and nut remover/installer, J 35669.

 

4. Remove strut mount insulator by prying with a suitable tool.

 

5. Attach strut extension rod, J 35668, and remove strut bumper.

 

strut.gif

 

6. Install jounce washer, P/N 10403367, as shown in illustration, and snap into position over strut closure nut.

 

7. Install jounce bumper.

 

8. Raise strut shaft and remove strut extension rod, J 35668.

 

9. Install strut mount insulator.

 

^ Use a soap solution to lubricate insulator for ease of installation.

 

^ If necessary, install J 35668 after insulator is partially installed and position strut as required to assist in insulator installation.

 

 

10. Install shaft nut using No. 50 torx bit and nut remover/installer, J 35669.

 

11. Torque shaft nut to 98 N.m (72 lb ft).

 

12. Install strut mount cover and nuts, align scribe marks and torque cover nuts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

 

13. Repeat steps 2 through 12 for front strut on opposite side of vehicle.

 

Parts Information

 

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

 

Warranty Information

 

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

 

Labor Operation Labor Time

 

E3917 0.6 hr

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