Rear Package Tray - Rattle Noise
97-085December 22, 1997
Applies To:
1997-98 Civic Coupe - Thru VIN 1HGEJ....WL008095
Raffle From the Rear Package Tray
SYMPTOM
A rattle or vibration in the high mount brake light area.
PROBABLE CAUSE
A rib on the bottom of the rear package tray is rubbing on the body.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Apply wool felt to the package tray support rib.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Failed part: P/N 84503-S02-A00ZA
H/C4911129
Defect code: 043
Contention code: B07
Skill level: Repair Technician
Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Wool Felt: P/N 06993-SA5-000, H/C 2086676
DIAGNOSIS
Test-drive the vehicle with someone riding in the rear seat. When you hear the noise, have your assistant press down on the package tray.
^ If the noise stops, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
^ If the noise continues, use a stethoscope or a Chassis Ear to locate the noise, then repair it.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Fold down the rear seatbacks.
2. Inside the vehicle, pull the package tray edge toward you so it releases from the body flange.
3. In the trunk, remove the rear seatback lock trim by pinching it together and pushing upward from the underside of the package tray.
4. On the underside of the package tray, pinch the lock clips together to release them from the body.
5. Cut two 10 x 20 mm pieces of wool felt.
6. Lift up the rear package tray, and install the wool felt along each rib surface on both sides of the child seat anchor cap. Make sure the adhesive side of the felt is around the top edge and sides of the rib.
7. Reinstall the rear package tray.
8. Test-drive the vehicle to make sure the noise is gone.
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