Body - Revised Roof Panel and Service Procedure
TSB SB08-11-S004Issue Date: JANUARY 2008
New Part Availability And Service Procedure For Roof Panel
Affected Vehicles:
2005-2007 Isuzu Ascender
Service Information
The service part for left and right side Module, RF S/RL Infl Rst has been superseded to the most current production part, which has a different shaped discharge tube that creates an interference fit with earlier model vehicles (vehicles built prior to January 2007 will need this modification). The inner roof will come in contact with the inflatable restraint module tube and will not allow installation. Refer to the illustration. Follow the service procedure below for inner roof panel modification and installation above.
Service Procedure
Modify the inner roof following the procedure below.
1. Remove the headliner following the Service Manual procedure.
2. Remove the roof side rail inflatable restraint module following the Service Manual procedure.
3. Draw two lines on the inner roof panel up to the radius. Refer to the illustration.
IMPORTANT:
Protect the interior for the next step.
4. Using a reciprocating hack saw cut the inner roof panel following the lines drawn in step 3.
5. Fold the sheet metal upward to make clearance for the inflatable restraint module.
6. File all the edges down smooth.
7. Apply duct tape over the cut edges.
8. Install the roof side rail inflatable restraint module following the Service Manual procedure and check for clearance. Refer to the illustration.
9. Install the headliner following the Service Manual procedure.
Parts Information
Always refer to AIPDN publications for the most current parts information.
Warranty Claim Information
Always refer to the Isuzu Service Policy Procedure Manual for specific details on warranty coverage and policies. Reference published Labor Time Guide for claim processing if applicable.
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