Interior - Squeaking Sound From The Tonneau Cover
NUMBER: 12-126-11DATE: 05/04/11
APPLICABILITY: 2008MY and Later Impreza 5 Door
SUBJECT: Tonneau Cover
INTRODUCTION
If you encounter a customer complaint that there is a squeak type sound heard coming from the tonneau cover when driving on bumpy roads and/or when opening or closing the cover, the right hand holder may need to be replaced. A modification was made to the holder to eliminate the sound. In lieu of replacing the tonneau cover, the holder is now available as a service part. Refer to the service procedure listed for replacing the holder.
COUNTERMEASURE IN PRODUCTION
The modified tonneau covers were used in production the beginning of January, 2011 starting with VIN # B*819259.
PART INFORMATION
SERVICE PROCEDURE/INFORMATION
Caution:
Please follow all safety precautions including the use of safety glasses, which must be worn when performing this procedure.
1) Remove the 2 screws that secure the holder to the tonneau cover.
Note:
The holder is spring loaded, keep pressure on the holder and remove the screws slowly. Once both screws are removed, carefully remove the holder.
2) Check to make sure the spring is centered prior to installing the new holder.
3) Install the new holder using the 2 screws removed.
4) Slide the holder several times to make sure it operates without binding. If binding occurs, the spring is not centered.
WARRANTY/CLAIM INFORMATION