Interior - Dash Creaks in Cold Weather Or On Rough Roads

06-020

July 20, 2006

Applies To:
2005-06 RSX - ALL

Dashboard Creaks in Cold Weather or When Driving on Rough Roads

SYMPTOM

The dashboard creaks in cold weather or when driving on rough roads.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The dashboard ribs rub on the rubber insulation pads.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Remove the windshield, and put felt pads on the ribs on the underside of the dashboard's leading edge.





REQUIRED MATERIALS





PARTS INFORMATION

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 831120

Flat Rate Time: 1.7 hours

Failed Part: P/N 77100-S6M-A01ZA (Graphite Black)
P/N 77100-S6M-A01ZB (Dark Titanium)

Defect Code: 00401

Symptom Code: 04205

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 windshield.

^ Refer to page 20-21 of the 2002-2006 RSX Service Manual, or

^ Online, enter keyword WINDSHIELD, then select Windshield Replacement from the list.

2. Cut 18 pieces of wool felt (20 mm x 30 mm).





3. Apply a piece of masking tape across the top of the dashboard just in front of the defroster vent. Slightly lift up on the dashboard, and feel the underside to locate each rib. Using a felt-tip marker, mark the masking tape where each rib is located.





4. Remove the backing paper from one piece of wool felt. Stick the edge of the piece of wool felt to your thumb. Using the mark on the tape as a reference point, slightly pull up on the instrument panel with your other hand, and slide the felt under the leading edge of the rib. Make sure the felt goes between the rubber mat and the rib. Center the piece of felt on the rib, then fold the felt piece over the sides of the rib. Make sure the felt sticks firmly to the rib.

5. Repeat the process on the remaining 17 ribs.

6. Reinstall the windshield.

NOTE:
Allow the glue to cure for 24 hours, then test-drive the vehicle to make sure the creaking noise is gone.





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