RATTLE FROM I/P AND/OR RADIO REPLACE MOUNTING STUD AND NUT

SUBJECT: RATTLE FROM I/P AND/OR RADIO (REMOVE RADIO/ REPLACE MOUNTING STUD RETAINER AND NUT)

VEHICLES AFFECTED: 1991-1992 "L" CAR

Condition:

---------- Some 1991 and 1992 L-cars built prior to VIN Number 1G1LT53T7NY112481 may experience a rattle condition originating from the radio area.

Cause:

------ The hard plastic locating mounting retainer may not fit tight enough to prevent movement. A revised rubber mounting retainer is now being used in production and may be used in previous models to correct this condition. Also, when the radio is removed, the rubber mounting retainer may stay in the I/P hole. It is necessary to remove the rubber mounting bullet from the I/P boss and re-install it on the radio stud before re-installing the radio.

Correction:

----------- Remove radio as described in the proper L-car Service Manual and replace the mounting stud, retainer, and nut with the following revised parts.

Part Name Part Number ---------- ------------ Nut 11514252 Washer 11501869 Retainer 22580775 Bolt 15614826

If vehicle is being repaired under warranty use: Labour time .2 hour

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