Subject: | Popping Noise From Front Suspension While Driving Over Bumps (Refer to Bulletin # 04-03-08-008A) |
Models: | 2005 Chevrolet Equinox |
This bulletin is being replaced by Corporate Bulletin Number 04-03-08-008A. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 04-03-08-012 (Section 03 -- Suspension).
Some customers may notice a "popping" noise while driving over bumps. The popping noise typically occurs over a sharp bump or a large road swell that could unload the front suspension.
To verify this bulletin pertains to the customer's concern, try to reproduce the concern using the following procedure:
Engineering has determined that the noise comes from "rubbing contact" between the lower spring seat and the front suspension spring. To confirm the noise source, do the following steps:
Repeat the "replication" procedure to confirm the isolator prevented the noise.
Refer to bulletin 04-03-08-008A for repair procedure.