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Moonroof Molding - Creaking/Popping Noise

NVH
NV014-01

December 21, 2001

Title:
MOON ROOF MOLDING CREAK

Models:
'01 Highlander

Introduction

To reduce a creaking/popping noise from the moon roof area, felt pieces have been added to the Sliding Roof Glass Sub-Assembly.

Applicable Vehicles
^ 2001 model year Highlander vehicles.





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Warranty Information

Applicable Warranty*:

This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 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

Refer to the 2001 Highlander Repair Manual, Volume 2, page 74-2 to remove sliding roof garnishes.

NOTE:
3M Anti-Squeak and Rattle Tape may be used instead of felt.





1. Tape felt washer to locations # 1, 2 3, 4 & 5 of the Sliding Roof Glass Sub-Assembly.

Repeat for opposite side

Felt size:

Length: 15 mm
Width: 25 mm
Thickness: 0.5 mm
Hole diameter: 8 mm
Slit length: 15 mm

2. Tape 2 pieces of felt to location # 6 of the Sliding Roof Glass Sub-Assembly.

Repeat for opposite side.

Felt Size:

Length: 5 mm
Width: 25 mm
Thickness: 0.5 mm

3. Tape 1 piece of felt washer to locations # 7 and # 8 of the Sliding Roof Glass Sub-Assembly.

Felt size:

Length: 10 mm
Width: 20 mm
Thickness: 0.5 mm
Slit length: 15 mm

4. Tape 1 piece of felt washer to location # 9 of the Sliding Roof Glass Sub-Assembly.

Repeat for opposite side.

Felt size:
Length: 10 mm
Width: 20 mm
Thickness: 0.5 mm
Slit length: 15 mm