Canada - Body - Moonroof Weatherstrip, Noise
BulletinTSB2012
Issue Date
June 22, 2004
Title
MOONROOF WEATHERSTRIP NOISE
Component
BODY COMPONENT
Models
'02 & '03 ES 300
Some customers may experience rattle/squeak noises caused by the moonroof weatherstrip sticking to the body. The design and material of the weatherstrip has been updated to correct this condition.
APPLICABLE VEHICLES:
- 2002 - 2003 model year ES 300 vehicles.
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
PARTS INFORMATION:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Remove Sliding Roof Rail Covers.
a. Use a screwdriver to release the clip at the front of the rail cover and remove.
NOTE:
Tape the tip of the screwdriver to prevent damage to the cover.
b. Remove the rail cover on the other side.
c. Use the taped screwdriver to release the 2 clips on the moonroof panel side garnish and remove.
d. Remove the side garnish on the other side.
2. Remove Sliding Roof Glass Assembly.
a. Use a Torx wrench (T25) to remove the 4 mounting screws
3. Remove the Sliding Roof Weatherstrip.
a. Remove and replace the sliding roof weatherstrip with new part number 63251-48030.
4. Reassemble Moonroof.
NOTE:
Issue of this Technical Service Bulletin is to ensure that proper repair information is available. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIR. Normal provisions of the formal warranty policy, as applicable, will apply.