Interior - Pop/Snap Sound From R/H of Instrument Panel
NUMBER: 23-018-05GROUP: Body
DATE: March 11, 2005
SUBJECT:
Pop/Snap Sound On Right Side Of Instrument Panel
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves removing the right Instrument Panel (I/P) retainer to cowl plenum fastener.
MODELS:
2005 (LX) 300/Magnum
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Loud snap/pop sound on the right side of the I/P. The sound is typically heard within the first mile of driving after the vehicle has sat 4 hours or more. The sound is normally a single snap/pop that sounds like a stone hitting the windshield on the right side.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the vehicle operator describes the condition, perform the Repair Procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Use a fiber trim stick, such as special tool c-4755, to unclip the I/P defroster cover on the right side. The Magnum will also require the removal the right "A" pillar molding before the defroster cover can be unclipped.
2. With the right side of the defroster cover unclipped, lift the cover up to gain tool access to the right side I/P retainer to cowl plenum fastener. The fastener is forward on the retainer and to the right of the defroster opening.
3. Use a 7 mm flex socket to remove the right I/P retainer to cowl plenum fastener.
4. Install the I/P defrost cover and make sure the clips are fully engaged into the I/P retainer.
NOTE:
When unclipping the defrost cover the clips may stay in the retainer. The clips must be reattached to the defrost cover tabs before installation of the cover.
5. Install the right "A" pillar molding (Magnum only).
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
FAILURE CODE:
Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.