LOOSE LUMBER NOISE AT REAR OF VEHICLE-INSPECT/REPLACE STRUT

Subject: LOOSE LUMBER NOISE FROM REAR OF VEHICLE

Model and Year: 1990 GEO PRIZM

A limited number of 1990 GEO Prizms may exhibit a "Loose Lumber" noise emanating from the rear of the vehicle. This noise may be associated with seepage of fluid from the rear strut assemblies. If such a condition exists on a vehicle, a visual inspection of the rear struts may verify if this is in fact the cause:

- Raise the boot of the strut assembly.

- Check for fluid on the rod.

- If fluid is present on either strut, both strut assemblies must be replaced.

P/N 94849286 Strut Assembly RH

P/N 94849288 Strut Assembly LH

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Inspection Labor Operation Number: T1586

Inspection Labor Time: .2 Hours

Trouble Code: 92

Replacement Labor Operation Number: E5757

See applicable Labor Time Guide for labor hours.

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