Showing posts with label thrust bearing. Show all posts
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Thursday, June 3, 2010

1999 Protege 1.6L Rattling Noise From Engine

APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
All 1999 Protege (1.6L) with VINs lower than JM1 BJ222* X0 140057.
All 1999 - 2000 Miata with (1.8L) VINs lower than JM1 NB353* Y0 155947.
DESCRIPTION A rattling noise may be heard from the engine when depressing the clutch or when revving the engine in neutral. In extreme cases, customers may experience noise at all times. This concern can be caused by improperly machined number 4 main cap of cylinder blocks which may result in premature wear of the thrust bearing. Customers having this concern should have their vehicle repaired using the following procedure.