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Interior - Creaking Noise From Rear of Vehicle

70 08 31

2017635/2 December 4, 2008. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 08-05 dated April 8, 2008 for reasons listed below.





Affected vehicles

70 Noises from luggage compartment cover

Condition





Creaking noise from rear of vehicle.

Technical Background

Figure 1:





The end cap on the luggage compartment cover is rubbing against the pin because the pin openings are too small.

Production Solution

The pin openings in the end caps are enlarged.

Service

Figure 2:





As shown in Figure 2, enlarge the two holes in the cover end caps with a utility knife.

Create a space between the opening and the pin of approximately 1 mm.

Warranty





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

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.