TIRE RUBS/SCUFFING ON FRAME ON TURNS-INSTALL STEERING STOP

SUBJECT: TIRE RUBS SCUFFING ON THE FRAME ON FULL TURNS (INSTALL STEERING STOPS)

VEHICLES AFFECTED: 1984 - 1992 "D" MODEL

Some 1984-1992 Broughams may exhibit a condition where the tire rubs the frame or stabilizer shaft on full turns such as in parking lot maneuvers. The rubbing condition may be heard and/or felt. As the tire rubs the frame or stabilizer shaft, it will leave a shiny spot on the area of contact. The sidewall of the tire may also show a slight scuffing, however, the integrity of the tire is not affected.

To repair this condition install steering stops per the following procedure. Installation of the steering stops will increase the turning circle diameter by approximately three feet.

Quantity Parts Required P/N Required ---------------------- ------- -------- Steering Stop - Left Hand 1612187 1 Steering Stop - Right Hand 1612188 1 Bolt 25534181 2 Nut 9422295 2

Service Procedure

1. Raise car on hoist.

2. Remove front wheels and tires.

3. Remove brake calipers and position aside. Do not allow the caliper to hang by the brake hose.

4. Remove brake rotors.

5. Remove existing bolt that attaches bottom of dust shield to steering knuckle and replace with bolt, P/N 25534181.

6. Install steering stop to knuckle over new bolt and secure with nut, P/N 9422295, and torque to 25 N.m (18 ft.lbs.). The pointed end of the steering stop should point toward the rear of the car, refer to Figure 1.

7. Reinstall brake rotors.

8. Reinstall brake calipers.

9. Reinstall wheels and tires.

10. Lower car.

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