Interior - Rear Shelf Rattles
05-030September 14, 2005
Applies To:
2005 RL - ALL
Rattle From the Rear Shelf
SYMPTOM
A rattle from the rear shelf area when driving on a rough road.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Contact between the rear shelf and the rear window sunshade.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Install wool felt on the rear shelf and sunshade.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Wool Felt: P/N 06993-SA5-000 (One roll repairs five vehicles.)
TOOL INFORMATION
KTC Trim Tool Set: T/N SOJATP2014
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 840006
Flat Rate Time: 1.4 hours
Failed Part: P/N 84505-SJA-A01ZA
Defect Code: 07404
Symptom Code: 04201
Template ID: 05-030A
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
1. Remove the rear shelf:
^ Refer to page 20-79 of the 2005 RL Service Manual, or
^ Online, enter keywords REAR SHELF, and select Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Shelf Area from the list.
2. Remove the rear window sunshade:
^ Refer to page 20-80 of the 2005 RL Service Manual, or
^ Online, enter keywords SHADE REMOVAL, and select Rear Window Sunshade Removal/Installation from the list.
3. Cut the wool felt to these dimensions:
^ 1,100 mm x 5 mm (for the rear shelf)
^ 800 mm x 10 mm (for the sunshade)
4. Remove the adhesive backing, and install the felt onto the rear shelf and sunshade as shown.
5. Reinstall all parts in the reverse order of removal.
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