Technical Bulletin
| Division: | Automotive | Section Title: | Driveline/Axle |
| Category: | Technical | TSB No. | TS 09 01238 |
| SUBJECT: | FRONT AXLE CLICKING NOISE WHEN TURNING AT TEMPS BELOW 15°F |
| MODEL(S): | XL7 (JC636) |
| YEAR: | 2007~2008 |
| AFFECTED VIN(S): | ~2S3DB217586110145 MANUFACTURED BEFORE OCT. 12, 2007 |
| CONDITION: | Axle clicking similar to a failing Constant Velocity (C.V.) joint most noticeable when turning and accelerating from a stop with the outside temperature at or below 15°F. Clicking noise will diminish as the C.V. joint warms up from driving. |
| CAUSE: | Axle joint grease. |
| CORRECTION: | DO NOT REPLACE THE AXLE SHAFT OR C.V. JOINTS. New C.V. joint boot with premium grease is available. Follow the service manual procedure found under “Front Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint and Boot Replacement” to remove and replace the affected outer C.V. joint grease and boot using the new part number listed below. |
PART(S) INFORMATION:
| Part Numbers | Description | QTY | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44118-78J01 | Front Boot Kit | 2 | One kit will do one side. Follow service manual procedure to replace C.V. grease and boot. |
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION:
| Labor Operation | Description | Failed Part Number | Defect Code | Complaint Code | Labor Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD03R0,1 | Front Boot Kit (Both) | 44118-78J01 | 84 | 25 | 2.8 Hrs. | |
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