Steering Gear Clatter-Type Noise Over Bumps on Extremely Rough Road Surfaces – 2015-2016 Lincoln MKC

LINCOLN:

2015-2016 MKC

ISSUE:

Some 2015-2016 MKC vehicles built on or before 12/7/2015 may exhibit steering gear clatter-type noise over bumps only present on extremely rough road surfaces.

ACTION:

Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Attach Rotunda Wireless Chassis Ears JSP97202 or equivalent. When driving over extremely rough road surfaces is a clatter-type noise present at the steering gear?
   1. Yes – proceed to Step 2.
   2. No – this article does not apply. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 100-04 for normal diagnostics.
2. Replace the steering gear. Refer to WSM, Section 211-02.

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