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Is a squeaky suspension covered by factory warranty?

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Ryan Doyle

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Apr 29, 2003, 10:08:28 AM4/29/03
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I have a 2001 1500 4X4 that has developed an annoying squeak when driving at
slow speeds on rough surfaces. For instance, driving on a gravel road is
almost intolerably annoying. It seems to come from the rear, but I can't be
sure. I can't make it happen by just bouncing the truck by hand.

I found a TSB out there (see http://dodgeram.info/tsb/2000/02-04-00.htm)
related to squeaking from the rear leaf springs.

My questions:

If this is what the problem is, can I assume the warranty will cover it?

Is there any chance that the warranty would NOT cover such a repair?

Should I mention the TSB when I take the truck in for service?

Thanks for any comments.
Ryan


Anathema

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Apr 29, 2003, 11:23:58 AM4/29/03
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Do you have a tool box in the bed? Some times they can rub against the
front of the bed and cause squeaking...

Just a thought.

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Ryan Doyle

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Apr 29, 2003, 12:09:56 PM4/29/03
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Nope. But a good suggestion. My truck is pretty much unaltered. Looks
like it just came off the assembly line.

Ryan

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Kevin

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Apr 29, 2003, 1:29:58 PM4/29/03
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Front Ball Joints. The front end guy at my dealer says " thank god for under
par ball joints". He has had to change them on truck right from the factory
because the squeak If your truck isn't under warranty, have the aftermarket
ones put in they have grease fitting's the OEM don't. If your truck is under
warranty they have to put the OEM one's in, Don't even ask about the
aftermarket one's. Warranty won't pay unless OEM's are put back in.

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DuckMan

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Apr 30, 2003, 11:31:20 AM4/30/03
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Yes the warranty should pay for it as long as the truck is still under
warranty....milage/time. I would print out the TSB and take it in to them.
They are probably already aware of it, but just in case.


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