Snap, Pop or Rattle Noise from Lift Off Roof Panel While Driving (Replace Front Lift Off Roof Panel Handles and Lube)
| Subject: | Snap, Pop or Rattle Noise From Lift Off Roof Panel While Driving (Replace Front Lift Off Roof Panel Handles and Lube) |
| Models: | 2005-2009 Chevrolet Corvette |
| with Removable Clear Roof Panel (RPO CC3), Removable Sun Roof Panel (RPO CF7) or Dual Removable Roof Panels (RPO C2L) |
This bulletin is being revised to update the model year to include 2009. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 08-08-67-013 (Section 08 -- Body and Accessories).
Condition
Some customers may comment on a snap, pop or rattle noise coming from the lift off roof panel while driving.
Cause
This condition may be caused by the nylon roller inside the left and/or right front roof panel latching handle becoming loose and causing the roller to move on the pin, creating the noise.
Correction
Replace the left and right front lift off roof panel handles (1) and lube. Refer to Roof Lift Off Panel Front Latch Handle Replacement in SI. The updated handles have a new design ramp insert in place of the nylon roller.
Technicians are to apply GM Super Lube® with PTFE, P/N 12371287 (in Canada, P/N 10953437) to both sides (left and right) at the following areas:
- Apply GM Super Lube® around the entire guide pin ball (1) on the roof panel.
- Apply GM Super Lube® inside the "pocket" of the stainless steel track (1).
Parts Information
Order the left and right handle for each lift off roof panel.
Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
19206591 | Handle, Roof Lift Off Panel - Left |
19206592 | Handle, Roof Lift Off Panel - Right |
12371287 (US) 10953437 (Canada) | GM Vehicle Care Super Lube® with PTFE |
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time |
|---|---|---|
B9849* | Handle, Lift Off Roof - Front - Both - Replace | 0.4 hr |
Add | Second Lift Off Roof Panel Handle - Front - Both - Replace | 0.3 hr |
Add | Apply GM Super Lube® | 0.1 hr |
*This is a unique labor operation for bulletin use only. It will not be published in the Labor Time Guide. | ||
