Front/Rear Door Seals - Friction Noise

Group: 57

Number: 97-02

Date: July 29, 1997

Subject:
Front/Rear Door Seals, Friction Noise

Model(s):
All

Condition

Noise heard while driving over uneven surfaces caused by friction between door sealing surface and the roof molding.

Service

If a vehicle exhibits this condition, noise can be eliminated by installing isolation tape Part No: AKL 43301204 along door edges where they contact the roof molding.

- Clean painted surfaces on all doors where upper door contacts the roof moldings with isopropyl alcohol.

Note:
The surface must be clean and dry before proceeding.





- Install isolation tape along -A- on front doors where the door edge contacts the roof molding.





- Install isolation tape along -A- on rear doors (if applicable) where the door edge contacts the roof molding.

- Road test vehicle to assure noise has been eliminated.

Caution:
Part numbers are for reference only. Always check with your Parts Dept. for the latest parts Information.

When procedure applies to vehicles within The New Vehicle Limited Warranty use the following:

Part Identifier: 5751

Labor Operation:
2 door models 5751520 30 TU
4 door models 5751540 50 TU