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September 2, 2016 Service bulletin

Pitstop: clicking noise from front suspension

Kia technical service bulletin PS336R1 for 2014-2016 Kia Forte.

Bulletin number
PS336R1
Component
Suspension
Summary
Pitstop: clicking noise from front suspension - some 2014-2016my forte (yd) vehicles may exhibit a clicking type noise from the front suspension when carrying a full load of passengers and turning the wheel in either direction at low speeds; such as in a parking lot situation or when pulling into steeply inclined driveway. To correct this condition, place the vehicle on the lift, raise the dust cover and apply a generous amount of silicone based lubricant onto the left and right strut caps, as shown below.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints in the suspension category.

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