Fuel Tank - Shield Rattle Noise - Canadian Models
L-SB-0028-08May 19, 2008
Fuel Tank Shield Rattle Noise
Service Category
Vehicle Exterior
Section
Exterior Panels/Trim
Market
USA
Applicability
Introduction
Under certain driving conditions some customers with TMMC (Canadian) built RX 330 and RX 350 models may complain of a rattle vibration or thumping noise from underneath the vehicle.
This may be most noticeable at speeds above 40 mph (64 km/h). Use the following procedure to replace the fuel tank protector.
Parts Information
Production Change Information This SB applies to:
^ ALL 2004 - 2006 RX 330
^ 2007 - 2008 RX 350
vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown.
Warranty Information
APPLICABLE WARRANTY
^ This repair is covered under the Lexus Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
^ Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.
Repair Procedure
Replace the fuel tank protector with a NEW service part.
1. Remove the No. 1 fuel tank protector by removing the 4 nuts and then remove the No. 1 fuel tank protector.
2. Install the No.1 fuel tank protector with the 4 nuts.
Torque: 5.5 N.m (56 kg.cm, 19) in.lbf)
3. Test drive and confirm the noise is gone.