Instrument Cluster - Squeak or Itching Noise

Number 86-8-13 Date 2/86

Subject: CLUSTER SQUEAK OR ITCHING NOISE

1985-86 6000 AND 6000 STE

CLUSTER TRIM PLATE:

A squeak or itching type noise may be noticed particularly during cold weather, in the instrument panel area on subject models. This noise may be caused by the cluster trim plate contacting the cluster lens or instrument panel carrier. This condition can be corrected by using the following procedure:

1. Remove cluster trim plate.

2. Examine back of cluster trim plate or lens for the area(s) that are contacting the cluster lens I.P. carrier (these contact areas will be shiny in appearance).

3. Apply a 1/4" wide by 1" long strip of double sided tape (such as 3M Scotch Mount Automotive Attachment Tape or equivalent) to cluster trim plate contact area(s).

4.. Reinstall cluster trim plate.