Service Bulletin

Service Bulletin
14-066
October 21, 2014
ATB 00283 (1410)
Clunk or Squeak From the Rear Suspension/Rear Lower Spring Seat
Deterioration
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
2011-14
Odyssey
Trim
ALL
VIN Range
ALL
SYMPTOM
There is a clunk or squeak from the rear suspension.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Uneven pressure from the rear spring damages the rear spring seat.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the lower arm and the lower spring seat.
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name (Left Side)
Part Number
Quantity
Left Lower Arm
52360-TK8-A02
1
Flange Bolt
90170-SHJ-A00
1
Adjusting Bolt
52387-SHJ-A02
1
Nut (14 mm)
90362-SHJ-A01
1
Left Lower Spring Seat
52748-S0X-A00
1
Part Name (Right Side)
Part Number
Quantity
Right Lower Arm
52350-TK8-A02
1
Flange Bolt
90170-SHJ-A00
1
Adjusting Bolt
52387-SHJ-A02
1
Nut (14 mm)
90362-SHJ-A01
1
Right Lower Spring Seat
52744-TK8-A00
1
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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
Template ID
Failed Part Number
4171D6
Replace the left lower spring
seat and lower arm
(includes alignment).
1.5 hrs
14-066A
52748-S0X-A00
4171D7
Replace the right lower spring
seat and lower arm
(includes alignment).
1.5 hrs
14-066B
52744-TK8-A00
4171D8
Replace both lower spring
seats and lower arms
(includes alignment).
2.0 hrs
14-066C
52748-S0X-A00
Defect Code:
02101
Symptom Code: 00101
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
DIAGNOSIS
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Inspect both lower spring seats for deterioration.
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If one or both of the lower spring seats are deteriorated, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
If the lower spring seats are not deteriorated, this bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal troubleshooting.
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REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. If not already done, raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear wheel.
3. Position a floor jack under the lower arm. Raise the floor jack until the suspension begins to compress.
4. Remove the flange bolt from the knuckle.
5. Lower the floor jack gradually.
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6. Remove the spring, the spring cushion, and the lower spring seat.
NOTE: During installation, align the bottom of the spring with the stepped part of the lower spring seat and the lower
arm as shown.
7. Mark the cam positions of the adjusting bolt and the adjusting cam plate with the frame.
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8. Remove the self-locking nut while holding the adjusting bolt, then remove the adjusting cam plate, the adjusting
bolt, and the lower arm.
9. Using the new adjusting bolt and self-locking nut, loosely install the new lower arm, the spring mounting cushion,
the spring and the new lower spring seat.
10. Lightly tighten the bolts and nuts, then raise the suspension to load it with the vehicle’s weight.
11. Align the cam positions of the adjusting bolt and adjusting cam plate with the marked positions. Then torque the nut
to 99 N∙m (73 lb-ft).
12. Torque the flange bolt to 93 N∙m (69 lb-ft).
13. Clean the mating surfaces between the brake disc/drum and inside the wheel.
14. Reinstall the wheel.
15. Repeat steps 2 through 14 on the opposite side if needed.
16. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary.
END
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