Interior - Rattle From Lower L/H Side Of Dash

09-057

July 28, 2009

Applies To:
2009 Fit - From VIN JHMGE8...95000001 thru JHMGE8...95070794

Rattle From the Driver's Dashboard Undercover

SYMPTOM

A rattle is coming from the driver's side of the lower dashboard.

PROBABLE CAUSE

When the fuse access panel is removed, the right pin on the driver's dashboard undercover comes out of its holder. If the pin is out of its holder, a rattle occurs.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the driver's dashboard undercover. The new undercover has a longer right mounting pin.

PARTS INFORMATION

Driver's Dashboard Undercover:
P/N 77305-TF0-G21ZA, H/C 9247016

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 8411A9

Flat Rate Time: 0.1 hour

Failed Part: P/N 77305-TF0-G01ZA
H/C 9102419

Defect Code: 00401

Symptom Code: 05701

Template ID: 09-057A

Skill Level: Maintenance Technician

Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Check the right pin on the driver's dashboard undercover.





Is the pin in its holder?

Yes - This service bulletin does not apply. Look for other causes of the rattle. No - Go to step 2.

2. Replace the driver's dashboard undercover:

^ Turn the lock knob 90 degrees.

^ Gently pull down the right side to detach the front clip.

^ Pull the undercover out to release the left pin from its holder.





^ Install the new undercover in the reverse order of removal. Make sure that both left and right pins are in their holders, and that the front clip is secured. If the front clip is damaged, replace it.





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