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Body/Frame - Squeak From Cowl Area


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^ SHEET METAL - "SQUEAK" NOISE IN RIGHT HAND COWL AREA

^ NOISE - "SQUEAK" - RIGHT HAND COWL AREA


FORD: 1984-88 TEMPO

LINCOLN-MERCURY: 1984-88 TOPAZ

Article No. 88-1-5

This TSB article is being reprinted in its entirety to simplify the service procedure and to be sure the correct dimensions are used when installing the pop rivets.

ISSUE: A "squeak" from the right hand cowl area during braking or acceleration may be caused by an inadequate spot weld on the sidemember assembly.

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ACTION: To correct this, install two (2) 3/16" pop rivets using Rotunda Tool Number D80L-23200-A, Figure 2.

NOTE: Fuel line must be loosened and pulled away to allow access to the rivet area.

PART NUMBER PART NAME CLASS

382602-S100 Pop Rivet - 3/16" SG

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: Supersedes 86-11-1
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Basic Warranty Coverage
OPERATION: 880105A
TIME: 0.6 Hr. DLR. CODING: Basic Part No. 7002010
Code: 61