Speakers - Rattle or Buzz
01-034October 8, 2001
Applies To:
2001 MDX - ALL
Rattle or Buzz From the Speakers
SYMPTOM
A rattle or buzz from the speakers or the woofer when using the audio system.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The door speakers are loose, a screw is missing from the right rear trim panel, or the right side wire harness is contacting the right rear side trim.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Repair Procedure A
Tighten the door speakers, install a self-tapping screw in the right rear side trim, and insulate the branches of the right side wire harness.
NOTE:
Most vehicles will need only Procedure A done. If the same symptom is still present after completing Procedure A, then do Repair Procedure B.
Repair Procedure B
Insulate the right side wire harness behind the right rear side trim panel.
PARTS INFORMATION
EPT Foam Sealer Tape (3T): P/N 06990-SA5-000
Self-Tapping Screw (5 x 16): P/N 93903-45320
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Failed Part: P/N 39120-S3V-A01
Defect Code: 081
Contention Code: B99
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
1. Carefully remove the door speaker grilles from the front and rear doors with a screwdriver (see page 22-165 in the service manual).
2. Tighten the speaker retaining screws. Make sure the head of each retaining screw is tight against the speaker surface. The screws may feel tight, but the screw head may not be holding the speaker securely to the door.
3. Install the door speaker grilles.
4. Remove the access cover on the right rear side trim panel. If the screw is missing, install a self-tapping screw through the right rear side trim panel.
5. Install the access cover.
6. Carefully remove the rear woofer grille with a screwdriver (see page 22-164 in the service manual).
7. Remove the woofer from the right rear side trim panel, and disconnect the woofer connector.
8. Cut four pieces of EPT foam sealer tape 70 mm (2.75 in.) in length.
9. Wrap the wiring branches and the moonroof drain hose with the EPT foam sealer tape as shown. The moonroof drain hose needs to be wrapped where it lays against the rear stereo amplifier.
10. Connect the woofer connector.
11. Install the woofer and the rear speaker grille.
12. Operate the audio system and confirm that the noise is gone.
^ If the noise is gone, the repair is complete.
^ If the noise is still present, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
REPAIR PROCEDURE B
1. Remove the right side D-pillar trim (see page 20-56 in the service manual).
2. Remove the third row seat (see page 20-98 in the service manual).
3. Remove the rear trim panel (see page 20-57 in the service manual).
4. Remove the right rear side trim panel (see page 20-57 in the service manual).
5. Cut two pieces of EPT foam sealer tape 70 mm (2.75 in.) in length.
6. Wrap the two wiring branches with the EPT foam sealer tape as shown.
7. Install the right rear side trim panel.
8. Install the rear trim panel.
9. Install the third row seat.
10. Install the right side 0-pillar trim.
11. Operate the audio system, and confirm that the noise is gone.
^ If the noise is gone, the repair is complete.
^ If the noise is still present, look for other sources.
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