Fuse Block - Rattle in Lower Left Dash Area

NO.: 08-46-93 Rev. A

GROUP: Electrical

DATE: Dec. 17, 1993

SUBJECT:
Fuse Block Mounting Tabs Cracked

THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 08-46-93 DATED OCT. 8, 1993 WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. THIS IS A COMPLETE REVISION THAT ADDS SPECIAL SERVICE ONLY REPAIR PARTS AND THE PROCEDURE TO INSTALL THEM.

MODELS:

1994 (AS) Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager

NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 09/20/93 (MDH 092006).

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

A rattle may be heard at the lower left area of the instrument panel. This condition can be caused by the mounting tabs of the fuse block cracking and coming loose from the mounting bracket.

DIAGNOSIS:

Inspect the fuse block for looseness and/or cracks at the mounting tabs. If cracks are discovered, perform the repair procedure. If no cracks are found, tighten the screws attaching the fuse block to 20 In.Lbs. (2.3 N-m).

PARTS REQUIRED:

1 4773171 Bracket
1 4773172 Bracket

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

This bulletin involves installing revised fuse block mounting brackets.

1. Using the procedure outlined starting on Page 8E-17 of the 1994 Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager Service Manual (Publication No. 81-3704105), remove the steering column cover.

2. Remove the two screws attaching the fuse block bracket to the instrument panel bracing.

3. Remove the two screws attaching the bracket to the fuse block. Discard the bracket.





4. Using the two screws that attached the original bracket to the fuse block, assemble the service brackets (P/N 4773171 and P/N 4773172) to the fuse block as shown in the illustration. Tighten the screws to 20 In.Lbs. (2.3 N-m).

6. Reverse steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the fuse block. Use the original screws and tighten them to 20 In.Lbs. (2.3 N-m).

POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No. 08-90-90-92 0.3 Hrs.

FAILURE CODE: 11 - Broken or Cracked