Wipers/Washers - Underhood Rattling Noise
T-SB-0108-10April 13, 2010
Washer Hose Loose
Service Category
Vehicle Exterior
Section
Wiper/Washer
Market
USA
Applicability
Introduction
Some 2009 - 2010 Corolla vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise coming from the engine room area. The noise may be caused by the washer hose hitting the top of the engine valve cover. In some cases no noise is heard but the hose is found loose during routine service. An improved tape has been developed to correct this condition.
Production Change Information
This TSB applies to 2009 - 2010 vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown.
Warranty Information
APPLICABLE WARRANTY
^ This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
^ Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this bulletin.
Parts Information
Repair Procedure
1. Remove the red tape holding the windshield washer hose to the hood clip as shown in Figure 1.
A. Remove the clip from the hood.
B. Remove the tape by cutting.
2. Cut the tape into 3 separate pieces to the following dimensions:
Length: 90 mm (3-5/8 in.)
Width: 19 mm (3/4 in.)
3. Reattach the washer hose to the clip by wrapping it a minimum of 3 turns using NEW tape.
Perform this repair in the 3 locations shown in Figure 3.
4. Reinstall the clips to the hood.