interior - Headliner Rattles

Bulletin No.
95-054

Issue Date
DEC. 18, 1995

Model
1994-96
PRELUDE

Applicable To
See VEHICLES
AFFECTED

File Under
BODY

Rattle From the Rear Headliner

SYMPTOM

A rattle from the rear headliner when the car is driven on a rough road.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Vibration of the ceiling light/sunroof/high-mount brake light wiring harness against the rear headliner.

VEHICLES AFFECTED

1994-95: - ALL
1996 Si: - Thru VIN JHMBB2...TC000789
1996VTEC: - Thru VIN JHMBB1...T0000194
1996 S: - Thru VIN JHMBA8...TC000343

REQUIRED MATERIALS

EPT Sealer 5T:

P/N 06991-SA5-000, H/C 2086650

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Apply EPT Sealer 5T to the rear headliner, where it contacts the wiring harness. Be careful not to scratch or damage the headliner or other interior trim parts.





1. On cars with a high-mount brake light, remove the brake light cover.





2. Pull the rear headliner down from the roof by releasing its attaching clips.

3. After removing the headliner, check the clips for damage and correct positioning. Reposition or replace clips as needed.

4. Cut two pieces of EPT Sealer 5T, one measuring 330 x 40 mm, and the other measuring 170 x 40 mm.





5. Peel off the backing and attach the EPT Sealer 5T to the underside of the rear headliner, between the headliner and the wiring harness.





6. Reinstall the headliner, pushing all of its clips into place. Also, make sure the sides of the headliner are flush with the rear pillar trim.

7. On cars with a high-mount brake light, reinstall the brake light cover.

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: 737002

Flat rate time: 0.3 hour

Failed part: P/N 83260-550-G01ZA
H/C 4355459

Defect code: 042

Contention code: B07

Template ID: 95-054A