Body - Whistle Sound From L/H Door Mirror
NUMBER: 23-033-07 REV. AGROUP: Body
DATE: August 30, 2007
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 23-033-07, DATED AUGUST 3, 2007, WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDES 2008 MODELS AND A REVISED CLEAN POINT.
SUBJECT:
Whistle Sound on Left Side of Vehicle
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves making modifications to the Left mirror.
MODELS:
**2007 - 2008** (PM) Caliber
NOTE:
**This information applies to vehicles built prior to August 10, 2007 (MDH0810XX).**
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Some customers may experience a whistle sound from the left side of the vehicle. The customer may indicate that the sound is coming from the window area or mirror. This sound may be caused by a tab located on the door mating surface of mirror assembly.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the sound is described or experienced, perform the Repair Procedure.
SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Using a trim stick, remove the upper flag cover and upper door trim cover to gain access to the mirror fasteners. Disconnect the wiring connector and remove the mirror.
2. Lift the gasket off the (hard plastic) tab located on the inner upper corner of the mirror (Fig. 1).
3. Using a knife, cut the tab off flush with the inner surface (Fig 1).
4. When reinstalling the mirror, assure the rubber gasket is positioned properly. Insert mirror into its opening, reconnect the wiring connector and torque the fasteners to 5 Nm (4 ft lbs.).
5. Install the trim covers.
6. Attempt to verify the whistle sound has been repaired.
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.