Clunk or Squeak From Rear Suspension – 1988-2001 Honda

A00-006
March 31, 2006

 

Applies To:

1988โ€“00 Civic โ€“ ALL
1997โ€“01 CR-V โ€“ ALL
1993โ€“97 Del Sol โ€“ ALL

 

Clunk or Squeak From Rear Suspension

(Supersedes 00-006, dated December 11, 2001, to update the information marked by the black bars)

 

SYMPTOM

A clunk or squeak from the rear suspension when going over rough or bumpy roads.

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

Broken rear trailing arm bushing(s).

 

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the rear trailing arm bushing(s).

 

PARTS INFORMATION

Rear Trailing Arm Bushing:P/NH/C
1988โ€“00 Civic and 1993โ€“97 Del Sol52385-SR3-000 
Pack of 2 Rear Left Right Trailing Arm Bushing Lower Bushings Fits Integra Honda Civic CR-V CRX Del-Sol Replace 52385-SR3-000 52385-SR3-003
  • ใ€PREMIUM QUALITYใ€‘Trailing Arm Bushing, made of high grade iron material,ensure maximum strength and durability for long lasting usage. Direct replacement for a proper fit and easy installation, meets or exceeds OEM standards
  • ใ€REPLACEMENT TRAILING ARM BUSHINGใ€‘Stable characteristics, high reliability. Helps to improve traction and reduces wheel hop
  • ใ€REPLACES PART NUMBERใ€‘52385-SR3-000 52385-SR3-003, Comes with bracket, direct bolt-in installation, no modification is required. This is a perfect choice if you are in need of trailing arm bushings!
  • ใ€FITS THE FOLLOWING VEHICLESใ€‘Fits 2003-2007 HondaeBay logo Pilot, 1997-2001 HondaeBay logo CR-V 4WD, 1998-2001 HondaeBay logo CR-V FWD, 1988-1991 HondaeBay logo CRX, 1988-2000 HondaeBay logo Civic, 1993-1997 HondaeBay logo Civic del Sol , 2001-2006 MDX , 1994-2001 Integra, 1997-2000 EL. See below for the full vehicle list
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4098299
1997โ€“01 CR-V52385-SR3-003 
Pack of 2 Rear Left Right Trailing Arm Bushing Lower Bushings Fits Integra Honda Civic CR-V CRX Del-Sol Replace 52385-SR3-000 52385-SR3-003
  • ใ€PREMIUM QUALITYใ€‘Trailing Arm Bushing, made of high grade iron material,ensure maximum strength and durability for long lasting usage. Direct replacement for a proper fit and easy installation, meets or exceeds OEM standards
  • ใ€REPLACEMENT TRAILING ARM BUSHINGใ€‘Stable characteristics, high reliability. Helps to improve traction and reduces wheel hop
  • ใ€REPLACES PART NUMBERใ€‘52385-SR3-000 52385-SR3-003, Comes with bracket, direct bolt-in installation, no modification is required. This is a perfect choice if you are in need of trailing arm bushings!
  • ใ€FITS THE FOLLOWING VEHICLESใ€‘Fits 2003-2007 HondaeBay logo Pilot, 1997-2001 HondaeBay logo CR-V 4WD, 1998-2001 HondaeBay logo CR-V FWD, 1988-1991 HondaeBay logo CRX, 1988-2000 HondaeBay logo Civic, 1993-1997 HondaeBay logo Civic del Sol , 2001-2006 MDX , 1994-2001 Integra, 1997-2000 EL. See below for the full vehicle list
  • ใ€BUY WITH CONFIDENCEใ€‘ Order from YUTOCOOL, we offer 12 Months warranty, true worry-free shopping experience. Every product must take inspected and tested multiple times before the shipment

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7424773

 

TOOL INFORMATION

T/NH/C
Trailing Arm Bushing Installation Set07AAF-SK7A1308283822

 

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

OP#DescriptionFRT
419104Replace right bushing0.9
419103Replace left bushing0.9
419102Replace both bushings1.8
431311Check two-wheel alignment0.6

 

Failed Part:1988โ€“00 Civic and 1993โ€“97 Del Sol:
P/N 52385-SR3-000
H/C 40982991997โ€“01 CR-V:
P/N 52385-SR3-003
H/C 7424773
Defect Code:01801 Symptom Code:  04205
Skill Level: Repair Technician

 

Out of warranty:  Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

 

REPAIR PROCEDURE

NOTE: ISIS online service manual information is only available for vehicles 1990 and newer.

  1. Remove the rear trailing arm:
  2. Mark the trailing arm at the arrow on the bottom of the bushing.
TRAILING ARM

 

  1. Place the arm on a hydraulic press, supported by the hub base, with the spindle facing up.
SPINDLE

 

  1. With the hub driver, press the old bushing out of the trailing arm.
  2. Install the new bushing with the short end toward the outside of the vehicle. Align the arrow with the mark you made on the trailing arm.
SHORT END OF BUSHING

 

  1. Press the new bushing into the trailing arm until its edge is 10 to 12 mm above the surface of the arm.
10 to 12 mm

 

  1. Reinstall the trailing arm.
  2. If necessary, repeat steps 1 thru 7 to install a new bushing in the other rear trailing arm.
  3. Bleed the brake system:
    • Refer to the brakes section of the appropriate service manual, or
    • Online, enter keyword BLEED, then select Brake System Bleeding from the list.
  4. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if needed:
    • Refer to the suspension section of the appropriate service manual, or
    • Online, enter keyword WHEEL ALIGNMENT, then select Wheel Alignment – Rear Toe Inspection/Adjustment from the list.

 

 

 

 

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