Interior - Cup Holder Loose Or Missing Finger Grips
68 12 01April 24, 2012
2025540 Supersedes T.B. V681102 dated April 12, 2011 to include additional model year applicability.
Condition
Center Console Cup Holder, Loose or Missing Finger Grips
Technical Background
The cup holder in center console may have loose or missing finger grips.
Production Solution
Not applicable.
Service
Install Cup Holder Service Kit
1. Remove center console. Refer to Repair Manual Group 68 Interior Equipment in ElsaWeb.
2. Inspect retaining tabs -arrows- for cracks or stress damage. Replace console if retaining tabs are damaged. If console replacement is necessary this technical bulletin does not apply.
3. Replace missing finger grips.
Tip:
- Only replace missing finger grips
- Only fingers grips can be reused
Band Routing Diagram
4. Install tension band from service kit. Ensure band is routed through the slots of all finger grips as shown in Band Routing Diagram above.
Position band into holder as shown.
Note:
DO NOT USE a sharp edge tool(s) to install band. Ensure that the band is not cut, nicked or otherwise damage during installation as this would compromise functionality. If band is damaged during installation it must be replaced.
5. Using two wedge tools to work the band into holder.
6. Install center console. Refer to Repair Manual Group 68 Interior Equipment in ElsaWeb.
Warranty
Required Parts and Tools
Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal.
Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.