Body - Rattle/Creak From Rear Lamp Area
53 Rattling or creaking noises from rear lights
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January 6, 2010.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 09-08 dated March 11, 2009 for reasons listed below.
Affected Vehicles
Condition
Rattling or creaking noises from the rear lights.
Technical Background
The flexible side panel chafes on the taillight housing, causing the noise.
Production Solution
Improved process.
Service
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Follow the instructions below to fit a rubber buffer between side panel and taillight housing (see Figure 3).
1. Cut the buffer in half with a pair of scissors or similar instrument.
The buffer will be placed between the side panel and the taillight housing.
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2. To install the buffer, raise the rear spoiler and loosen the upper bolts of the bumper cover. Lift the bumper cover next to the side panel and secure
it with a wedge (Figure 4).
3. Install the buffer between the side panel and taillight housing (Figure 5).
Make sure that the buffer cannot be seen in the gap between side panel and bumper cover.
Warranty
148
Required Parts and Tools
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service
manuals for the latest information.
