Interior - Rattling Noise From B Pillar trim
SI B 51 27 06Body Equipment
January 2007
Technical Service
SUBJECT
Rattle Noise from B-Pillar Trim
MODEL
E92 (3 Series Coupe) produced up to 10/2006
SITUATION
A rattling noise may be heard from the upper area of the B-pillar when driving on rough roads.
CAUSE
The lower tab on the B-pillar trim may make hard contact with the body shell.
CORRECTION
On a customer complaint basis, affix a strip of felt tape to the rear lower retaining tab on the B-pillar trim cover to eliminate the noise.
This countermeasure has been applied during assembly from 10/2006.
PROCEDURE
1. Remove the B-pillar trim per repair instruction RA 51 43 148.
2. Apply a strip of felt tape (1) to the rear lower tab on the B-pillar trim cover.
PARTS INFORMATION
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Defect Code Refer to KSD
Labor Operation: Refer to KSD
Labor Allowance: Refer to KSD
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