Interior - Corrosion On 2nd Row Seat Frames
NUMBER: 23-008-10GROUP: Body
DATE: June 15, 2010
SUBJECT:
Second Row Seat Revised Bracket Covers
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves the installation of 5 revised lower seat bracket covers and surface corrosion removal.
MODELS:
2009-2010 (JC) Journey
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles built before February 02, 2010 (MDH0202XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The customer may notice light surface corrosion of the seat frame.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the vehicle operator experiences the symptom/condition, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
NOTE:
One 32oz bottle of IES Rust Raider will service 50 vehicles.
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Fold the second row seat backs to the closed position and inspect the exposed seat frame locations (Fig. 1).
2. Inspect for light seat frame corrosion around the lower bracket. Was corrosion found (Fig. 2)?
a. Yes>>> Neutralize all corrosion with IES Rust Raider 1840 or equivalent using an acid brush apply the material following manufacturers specifications and proceed to Step # 3.
b. No>>> Proceed to Step # 3.
NOTE:
In (Fig. 2) the seat frame plastic trim has been removed for demonstration Purposes.
3. Install lower bracket cover (Fig. 3).
4. Fold seat back to the upright position.
5. Return the vehicle to the customer.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
FAILURE CODE:
Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.