Interior - Headliner Rattles or Buzzes While Driving

08-004

January 30, 2008

Applies To:
2007-08 CR-V - All VINs Beginning With JHLRE

Headliner Rattles or Buzzes While Driving

SYMPTOM

While driving on a rough road, or while stopped in gear with the NC on, the headliner rattles or buzzes.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Not enough insulation in one or more of these areas:

^ Front ceiling light

^ Rear seat ceiling light

^ Left or right side of the moonroof

^ Rear portion of the headliner

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Insulate the appropriate areas of the ceiling lights and the headliner with wool felt, EPT sealer, or cushion tape.

PARTS INFORMATION

EPT Sealer (31):
P/N 06990-SA5-000, H/C 2086643
One roll repairs about 10 vehicles.

Wool Felt (11):
P/N 06993-SA5-000, H/C 2086676
One roll repairs about 10 vehicles.

Wire Harness Cushion (50 x 100 mm):
P/C 91 902-5B2-003, H/C 2959351
One cushion repairs 1 vehicle.

Pin (2 per vehicle):
P/N 91 562-SJK-003, H/C 7897754

Clip B (2 per vehicle):
P/N 91561-SJK-J01, H/C 8467672

Clip, door lining (4 per vehicle):
P/N 91560-SLJ-J01, H/C 8180101

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 8421A5

Flat Rate Time: 2.8 hours

Failed Part: P/N 83200-SWA-A51ZA
H/C 8521312

Defect Code: 07407

Symptom Code: 04201

Template ID: 08-004A

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

NOTE:
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures in the service manual before doing repairs or service.

1. Lower the headliner:

^ Refer to page 20-83 of the 2007-2008 OH-V Service Manual, or

^ Online, enter keyword HEADLINER, and select Headliner Removal/Installation from the list.





2. Apply wool felt to the 4 tabs on the front ceiling light cage where they contact the roof.





3. Apply wool felt to the rear edge of the rear seat ceiling light where it contacts the rear headliner and the body.





4. Apply 3 mm EPT (120 mm x 50 mm) to the white plastic blocks on both sides of the moonroof.





5. Apply wire harness cushion(s) where ever necessary to secure the XM antenna lead to the headliner.

6. Install the headliner in the reverse order of removal.





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