Interior - Noises From L/H Side of Instrument Panel
68 Noises from driver's side close-out panel68 10 06
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December 1, 2010.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 68 number 08-16 dated December 3, 2008 for reasons listed below.
Affected Vehicles
Condition
Noises coming from the driver's side.
The driver's side close-out panel creaks.
Technical Background
The close-out panel touches the instrument panel trim.
Production Solution
Distance from close-out panel to instrument panel trim increased through a cutout section in the close-out panel.
Service
Use a small angle grinder to increase the size of the cutout section (Figure 3).
The cutout section should be about 30mm wide and 3mm deep.
Warranty
Required Parts and Tools
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.