Vehicle - Squeak and Rattle Materials Information

Reference:
ITB98-065

Classification:
BT98-042

Date:
January 15, 1999

INFINITI VEHICLE SQUEAK AND RATTLE MATERIALS

APPLIED VEHICLES: All

SERVICE INFORMATION

In support of the recent Squeak and Rattle Seminars, this bulletin provides part numbers, descriptions, dimensions and recommended uses for materials which can be used to help eliminate noises in vehicle interior components. Many of these part numbers have been referenced in recently released squeak and rattle bulletins.

These materials will also be included in a Squeak and Rattle Repair Kit that will be sent to every dealer in early 1999. The materials are currently available and can be ordered separately as necessary for squeak and rattle repairs.

Please see the Parts Information Section below for detailed parts information.

PARTS INFORMATION:

PARTS INFORMATION

Intended or Recommended Use

# 1 & 2: Headliner Spacer to take up space between panels.

# 3: Insulator to eliminate movement between panels, ducting, etc. Can be used in areas where movement is necessary, such as door lock rods.

# 4, 5, & 6: Urethane to isolate harnesses, connectors, ducting, etc.

# 7: Felt cloth square can be installed over dash or door panel mounting pins to prevent contact (center is perforated).

# 8: Felt Cloth Tape to be applied between panels, trim and covers to prevent squeak or rattle during movements.

** All materials are adhesive backed.

CLAIMS INFORMATION

Please reference Infiniti Claims Bulletin IWB/98-019 and Section "UX - Squeak & Rattle Repairs" of the current Infiniti "Warranty Flat Rate Information" manual for complete details regarding policy and claims coding applicable to the repair of squeaks and rattles.

Expense Details:

Pro-rate the bulk "Squeak & Rattle Repairs" material(s) and claim only the amount that is actually used in the repair. Claim this amount using Expense Code: 022. Do not claim the repair material(s) part number(s) on the claim.