Spicer Dana Corporation Steer Knuckle Recall Identification and Repair Procedure - Manual

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Axles & Brakes
ABIB-0313
Information Bulletin
Bulletin Type: Parts / Service Information
Topic: Dana Corporation Steer Knuckle Recall Identification and Repair Procedure
Affected Models: Steer Axle – Knuckle Forging Part Number 971506
Some steer axles built between August 1, 2003 and September 3, 2003 with a steer knuckle forging part number of
971506 and heat code of CC6 may contain a longitudinal crack at the forging parting line of the steer arm. If the suspect
steer knuckle contains a heat code of CC6 or a code that is illegible, the knuckle assembly must be replaced. Below you
will find detailed inspection and repair procedures. It is important to follow all instructions to insure a proper repair.
Crack Location on Steer Arm Longitudinal Crack
Information Tag Location: Dana uses two different styles of identification tags. The steer axle serial number and
the spec. number is located on either a stainless steel tag or a Mylar tag that is mounted to the front, center of the steer
axle beam. Both of the serial number and the spec. number must be included on the FAX Order Form when it is
submitted to Dana.
Mylar Tag
Stainless Steel Tag
Identification Tag
Location
Spec. Number
Serial
Number Spec.
Number
Serial Number