Interior - Noises From The Center Console

68 08 21

2017707/2

December 3, 2008.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 68 number 08-04 dated April 23, 2008 for reasons listed below.





Affected Vehicles

68 Noises from the center console

Condition





Noises from the center console.

Technical Background

Noises result from movement between the center console and side trim or the ashtray and its mounting.

Production Solution

None.

Service

Figure 1:

1. Remove the side trim from the center console with a plastic wedge (Figure 1).

Figure 2:

2. Apply G 060 172.A3 special lubricant to the entire contact area (Figure 2).

Figure 3:

3. Pull the side of the console slightly away from the console body and apply G 052 172.A2 special lubricant into the contact area (Figure 3).

4. Remove any excess spray with D 009 401 04 all purpose cleaner.

Figure 4:

5. Remove the ashtray insert and apply two pieces of 533 867 910 A felt strip as shown in Figure 4.

Warranty





When procedure applies to vehicles under warranty, use the table.





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.