Noise Diagnosis - Sun Roof (T-Top Handle/Lock Mechanism Rattle)

Noise Diagnosis - Sun Roof (T-Top Handle/Lock Mechanism Rattle)





Symptom

Over moderate to rough road surfaces, a tapping sound or rattle is heard in the T-top handle location.

Possible Cause
* Looseness in riveted joints between the crank plate and rods (front and rear).
* Flat spring and/or lock bracket is contacting the lock rod(s).

Diagnosis
* Inspect for looseness in the riveted joints (front and rear).
* Look for witness marks and lock rod contact to the flat spring and/or lock bracket.

Corrective Action
* Vehicles that have looseness in the riveted joints, order and install new T-tops.
* Flock interfaces between the flat spring and lock bracket and rod(s) so rod(s) do not contact.