Restraints - Rear Seat Belt Retractor Rattles/Squeaks
05-073December 16, 2005
Applies To:
2002-04 CR-V - ALL Japan-Produced Vehicles
2005 CR-V - From VIN JHLRD7...5C000001 thru JHLRD7...5C059336
- From VIN JHLRD6...5C000001 thru JHLRD6...5C019332
Rear Seat Belt Retractor Noise
SYMPTOM
A squeak or rattle is heard from the rear seat belt retractors while driving over bumps or rough roads.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The seat belt retractor tab is rubbing against the body.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Remove any felt from the seat belt retractor tab, then install a floor boot to insulate the retractors from the body.
PARTS INFORMATION
Floor Boot (two required):
P/N 91608-S5A-003, H/C 6634497
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 854078
Flat Rate Time: 0.4 hour
Failed Part: Right Rear P/N 04824-SCA-A11ZA
H/C 7743685
Left Rear P/N 04828-SCA-A12ZA
H/C 7822885
Defect Code: 07404
Symptom Code: 04205
Template ID: 05-073A
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Remove the rear side trim panel:
2002-04 CR-V:
^ Refer to page 20-66 of the 2002-04 CR-V Service Manual, or
^ Online, enter keyword TRIM, then select Interior Trim Removal/Installation-Rear Side Area from the list.
2005 CR-V:
^ Refer to page 20-72 of the 2005-06 CR-V Service Manual, or
^ Online, enter keyword TRIM, then select Interior Trim Removal/Installation-Rear Side Area from the list.
2. Remove the retractor self-tapping screw and the retractor bolt.
3. Using an X-acto knife, carefully remove any felt from the retractor tab.
4. Install the floor boot.
5. Repeat steps 1 thru 4 for the other side.
6. Reinstall the seat belt retractors. Torque the retractor mounting screws to 4 Nm (3 lb-ft) and torque the retractor mounting bolts to 32 Nm (24 lb-ft).
7. Install the rear side trim in the reverse order of removal.
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