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Paul’s Crunchy Chevy Aveo
Announces his Arrival
Eric Seifert, Automotive Technical
Editor
As a sales manager, Paul relies on his car to
get him to important sales meetings across the state. His 2005 Chevrolet
® Aveo has been his trusty ride for a couple of years now. Recently,
he noticed a “crunch” noise from the front of the car
while negotiating speed bumps. Paul was embarrassed that a client
also commented on his noisy car. Finally, he called me for an appointment.
Some customers may comment on a crunch, squawk,
or grind noise from the front suspension when driving over bumps
at low speed. The noise may be more apparent in cold weather. This
condition may be caused by friction between the stabilizer bar and
the mount bushings.
 Two
GM ® P/N 96653351 (2004-2005 models) or 96653352 (2006 Model)
Front Stabilizer Bar Bushings will be required to complete the repair.
Replace the bushings with the revised (new design)
parts following the procedure below. Clean all residual grease from
the stabilizer bar before installation.
Applicable Vehicles :
2004-2006 Chevrolet Aveo
Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint 6B518789
Repair Procedure :
(Review safety procedures in the
ALLDATA system before beginning)
1. Raise
the vehicle.
2. Remove
the crossmember assembly.
3. Remove
the old stabilizer bar bushings. Clean all residual grease from
the stabilizer bar .
4. Install
the new design stabilizer bar bushings.
5. Install
the crossmember assembly.
6. Lower
the vehicle.
Written by ALLDATA Technical Editor, Eric Seifert.
Eric is an ASE certified Master Technician and Engine Machinist.
He is a graduate of the De Anza College Automotive Technology Program,
with 20 years of independent shop and parts store experience.
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All trademark names and model designations are being used solely
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2004-2006 Pontiac ® Wave ® (Canada Only)
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