Interior - Rattle From Dash/A-Pillar Area
TSB 08-24-1012/08/08
A-PILLAR RATTLE NOISE
FORD:
2005-2009 Mustang
ISSUE
Some 2005-2009 Mustang vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise where the A-pillar meets the dash area. This rattle may be due to worn, missing or off location tape under the dash panel and/or A-pillar dual lock (velcro) fastener(s) not seated.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
NOTE
DASH INSULATOR WAS EXTENDED UNDER THIS AREA FOR 2008 AND 2009 VEHICLES. (FIGURE 1) FOR 2005-2007 VEHICLES MULTIPLE VARIETIES OF TAPE WERE USED UNDER THIS AREA. (FIGURE 2)
1. Remove A-pillar trim.
2. Inspect for tape under flanged edge of dash panel. If tape is missing or damaged, then add or replace with improved tape. This tape has a plastic top coating to protect the felt tape from wear. Install felt tape with adhesive side down. (Figures 1-2)
3. Attach tape to end of screwdriver. (Figure 3) Insert under dash panel flange with plastic side of tape up. (Figure 4) Press down on dash panel to secure adhesive. Hold pressure on dash while removing screwdriver.
4. Inspect both A-pillar trim and A-pillar sheet metal to make sure both dual lock (velcro) fasteners are present. Replace if missing. (Figures 5-6)
5. Install A-pillar. Press to securely mate dual lock fastener. (Figure 7)
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
082410A 2005-2009 Mustang: 0.3 Hr.
Secure A-Pillar Trim
Following Service
Procedure ONE SIDE (Do
Not Use With 04104A)
082410B 2005-2009 Mustang: 0.4 Hr.
Secure A-Pillar Trim
Following Service
Procedure BOTH SIDES
(Do Not Use With 04104A)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
6303598 25
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