Body - Tailgate Rattles

Bulletin No.
95-004

Issue Date
JAN 16, 1995

MODEL
1993-94
CIVIC

APPLICABLE To
ALL 3-DOOR

FILE UNDER: BODY

Tailgate Rattles

SYMPTOM

A rattling noise coming from the back of the car when driving on rough roads.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The tailgate strikers are hitting against the latches.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Center the tailgate strikers in the latches.

1. Open the rear window and tailgate.




2. Loosen the striker mounting bolts (two per side).

3. Move the strikers up or down to center them in the latches.

4. Tighten the striker mounting bolts to the specified torque.

5. Apply a small amount of high temp urea grease (see REQUIRED MATERIALS) to the strikers. Clean off any excess.

6. Make sure the tailgate opens and closes properly.

REQUIRED MATERIALS

High temp urea grease:
P/N 08798-9002, H/C 3720984

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

Operation number: 823301
Flat rate time: 0.3 hour
Failed part: P/N 74813-SR3-003
H/C 3961711
Defect code: 043
Contention code: B07