Instrument Panel (IP) Upper Trim Panel Loose, Buzz or Rattle Noise from Front of IP or Base of Windshield (Install New Clips to IP Upper Trim Panel and Add Felt to Blade Seal)

This bulletin is being revised to update the Correction information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 06-08-49-007A (Section 08 - Body & Accessories).

Some customers may comment on either or both of two conditions:

If Condition #1 is present, install new clips to the IP upper trim panel with windshield defroster nozzle grille (this is the forward portion of the IP upper trim panel). Also, remove excess Mylar out of the slot area to allow for better clip engagement (keep Mylar tape around the perimeter surface to prevent squeak and rattle). If Condition #2 is also present, add three pieces of felt to the IP upper trim panel blade seal. Refer to the procedure below.

1. Verify that the customer concern is with the IP upper trim panel. Check to see if the IP upper trim panel is loose (Condition #1) or if the noise (Condition #2) can be stopped by pressing lightly downward on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield.
2. Disable the roof rail SIR system by removing fuse number 39 (Air Bag Ignition) and fuse number 51 (Air Bag Battery) located in the underhood fuse block. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SI.
3. Remove the left garnish molding cover and the 7 mm screw.
4. Remove the windshield garnish molding and disconnect the electrical connector.
5. Remove the right side handle covers, the 10 mm screws and the handle.
6. Remove the right windshield garnish molding and disconnect the electrical connector.
7. Lift up on the trim panel to disengage the clips.
8. Disconnect the ambient light sensor connector.



9. If Condition #1 is present, remove the IP upper trim panel from the vehicle, then remove and discard the seven retaining clips. Also, remove excess Mylar out of the slot area to allow for better clip engagement (keep Mylar tape around the perimeter surface to prevent squeak and rattle).
10. Install the seven new retaining clips onto the IP upper trim panel with defroster grille.



11. If Condition #2 is also present, install three 8 mm x 80 mm (0.31 in x 3.1 in) pieces of felt (1) as shown.
12. Install the ambient light sensor connector.
13. Install the IP upper trim panel with defroster grille. Make sure the rear hooks are in place and apply some pressure on the front of the panel to secure the clips into the IP.
14. Install the left speaker connector and windshield garnish molding.
15. Install the 7 mm retainer screw and cover.

Tighten
Tighten the 7 mm screw to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

16. Install the right speaker connector and windshield garnish molding.
17. Install the assist handle, the 10 mm screws and covers.

Tighten
Tighten the two 10 mm screws to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

18. Install the roof rail SIR fuses.

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use: