Squeak or Crunch From the Driver's Seat

Service Bulletin:
00-010

Date:
February 28, 2000

Title:
Squeak or Crunch From the Driver's Seat

Models:
Applies To: 1999 3.5RL - ALL
2000 3.5RL - From VIN JH4KA....YC000001 thru JH4KA....YC006683

SYMPTOM
The driver's seat-back makes squeaking or crunching noises when the driver moves in the seat.

PROBABLE CAUSE
The seat cushion foam is rubbing on the seat frame.

CORRECTIVE ACTION
Apply cloth tape to the seat-back frame.

PARTS INFORMATION
Back Cover Clip (3 required): P/N 91566-SPO-003

REQUIRED MATERIALS
Scotch Automotive Cloth Tape: 3M P/N 021200-06980

NOTE:
Use only Scotch Automotive Cloth Tape. The adhesive of this tape will withstand the extreme temperatures of the vehicle interior.

One roll of tape will repair three seat-backs.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 851007

Flat Rate Time: 1.2 hour

Failed Part: 81522-SZ3-A81

Defect Code: 042

Contention Code: B07

Template ID: 00-O1OA

Skill Level: Repair Technician

Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Technical Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

DIAGNOSIS
While sitting in the driver's seat, move your shoulders from side-to-side. If the seat squeaks or crunches, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.

REPAIR PROCEDURE





1. Remove the driver's seat-back cover. Refer to page 20-59 of the 1996-00 3.5RL Service Manual.

2. Remove the foam cushion from the seat frame.

3. Apply the cloth tape to the seat frame as shown.

4. Reinstall the foam cushion on the seat frame.

5. Reinstall the driver's seat-back cover.

6. Put three new back cover clips on the back cover, then reinstall the cover.