Instrument Panel - Storage Compartment Lid Bubbles
TSB 05-26-912/31/05
INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT
LID - BUBBLES
FORD:
2005-2006 Five Hundred
MERCURY:
2005-2006 Montego
ISSUE
Some 2005-2006 Five Hundred/Montego vehicles may exhibit a condition where the instrument panel storage compartment lid develops bubbles under the surface. This condition usually occurs during high ambient temperatures. Bubbles may subside when vehicle interior temperature cools.
ACTION
Replace the instrument panel storage compartment lid with revised service part.
NOTE
IF LATCHED HEIGHT IS TOO LOW AFTER THE NEW DOOR IS INSTALLED, SHIM WITH FOAM FROM ROTUNDA SQUEAK AND RATTLE KIT (164-R4900) BY REMOVING THE TRAY AND PLACING 2-3" (51-76 mm) STRIPS OF FOAM UNDER THE TRAY ALONG THE TWO SIDES, THEN REINSTALL TRAY.
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
052609A 2005-2006 Five Hundred, 0.2 Hr
Montego: Replace The
Instrument Panel Lid
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
5413594 34
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