A16050

16-050
Service Bulletin
July 8, 2016
04145 Version 1
Squeak From the Front Suspension
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
2015–16
Odyssey
Trim
ALL
VIN Range
ALL
SYMPTOM
There is a squeak from the front suspension when going over bumps.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Damper oil from the assembly has contaminated the bump stop rubber.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace both front rubber bump stops.
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Rubber Bump Stop
51722-TK8-A21
2
Flange Bolt
90119-SHJ-A00
4
Flange Nut (16 mm)
90382-SP0-003
4
Flange Nut (10 mm)
90304-S10-024
6
Self-Locking Nut
90213-SHJ-L01
2
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CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools,
equipment, and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you
should not assume this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information
applies, contact an authorized Honda automobile dealer.
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WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template ID
Failed Part
Number
4141D0
Replace the rubber bump
stops in the front damper
assemblies (no alignment
required).
1.6 hrs
03214
04201
16-050A
51722-TK8-A21
Includes test-drive.
4141D0
Replace the rubber bump
stops in the front damper
assemblies (with alignment).
1.6 hrs
03214
04201
16-050B
51722-TK8-A21
Includes test-drive.
A
Skill Level:
Alignment- add
0.4 hr
Repair Technician
DIAGNOSIS
1. Test-drive the vehicle to make sure the noise is coming from the front suspension.
If the noise is coming from the front suspension, go to step 2.
If the noise is not coming from the front suspension, continue with normal troubleshooting.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Remove the left front damper assembly. See the service information for more details.
2. Compress the damper spring, then remove the self-locking nut while holding the damper shaft with a hex wrench.
Do not compress the damper spring more than necessary to remove the self-locking nut.
3. Release the pressure from the spring compressor.
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4. Remove the damper mounting base, damper mounting bearing, upper spring seat, dust cover, rubber bump stop,
damper spring, and lower spring rubber from the damper.
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5. Replace the rubber bump stop.
6. Make sure the damper rod and damper cap are clean and clear of any residual oil or grease. Reassemble the
damper assembly.
7. Reattach the dust boot to the damper cap.
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8. Install a new self-locking nut and torque it to (without damper mounting washer type) 70 N·m (52 lb-ft), (with
damper mounting washer type) 57 N·m (42 lb-ft).
9. Loosely install the damper assembly with the new upper flange nut.
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10. Loosely install new damper pinch bolts and new flange nuts.
11. Connect the stabilizer link to the damper and loosely install the flange nut.
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12. Tighten the flange nut while holding the joint pin with the hex wrench to 79 N·m (58 lb-ft).
13. Tighten the flange nuts on top of the damper to (without damper mounting washer type)
69 N·m (51 lb-ft) (with damper mounting washer type) 59 N·m (44 lb-ft).
14. Tighten the damper pinch bolts while holding the flange nuts to 175 N·m (125 lb-ft).
15. Install the brake hose bracket to the damper and tighten the bolt to 21 N·m (15 lb-ft).
16. Install the wire guide rubber and the clip to the damper.
17. Clean the mating surfaces between the brake disc and the inside of the wheel, then install the front wheel.
18. Repeat steps 1-17 for the right front.
19. Check the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
END
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