Interior - Rattles From Dome Lamp Area
S-SB-0045-08September 2, 2008
Dome Light Rattle
Service Category
Vehicle Interior
Section
Interior Panels/Trim
Market
USA
Applicability
Introduction
Some 2008 or 2009 model year xD customers may complain of a rattle noise from the Dome Light assembly. Use the following repair procedure to improve this condition.
Warranty Information
APPLICABLE WARRANTY
^ This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
^ Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.
Required Tools & Equipment
Parts Information
Repair Procedure
1. Remove the lens by disengaging the four retaining claws with a plastic pry tool or screwdriver tip wrapped with protective tape.
2. Using the plastic pry tool drop the dome light down by disengaging the four claws holding the housing to the headliner assembly.
3. Disengage the Dome Light Wire Harness from the housing.
4. Apply Felt (from the squeak and rattle kit) to the 4 retaining claws as shown in the illustration
5. Install the wire harness to the Dome Light housing connector.
6. Engage the 4 claws and install the Dome Light into the headliner.
7. Install the 4 claws and the 2 covers.
8. Engage the 4 claws and install the Dome light lens.
9. Test drive the vehicle to confirm the effectiveness of the repair.