Dashboard - Squeak/Rattles

Bulletin: P91-006

Section: PRODUCT

Dated: 02/28/91

Applicable to: USA, CANADA

SUBJECT:
DASHBOARD CENTERING: 1989-1991 MODELS

PROBLEM: Squeaks/rattles caused by right end of dash rubbing door panel.

CAUSE: Dash not centered side-to-side in vehicle.

SOLUTION: 1. Remove 4 Pozidriv machine screws from under package tray rubber mat behind grab handle.

2. Loosen 3 - 6 mm nuts from evaporator support studs on firewall/sidewall brackets.

3. Loosen HVAC switch panel screws.

4. Remove self-tapping screws from ends of molded radio trim panel.

5. Drop down left lower dash panel - loosen 4 - 6 mm nuts on binnacle support bracket.

6. Remove 2 self-tapping screws which secure the left lower dash Panel and left end of heater box panel to the firewall.

7. Carefully lever the dashboard to the left using a padded bar until centered. Apply force between the right inner "A" post and dash end. Hold position with a padded wedge.

8. Push dash fully forward towards firewall.

9. Re-assemble/re-tighten hardware in reverse order of removal noting the following:

1. It may be necessary to un-hook and turn over the 4 caged nuts under the grab handle support plate to allow the screws to fit once the dash is centered.

2. Make sure HVAC switches/levers move smoothly in their slots before re-tightening panel.

3. Center instrument binnacle in dash recess before tightening.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Submit warranty claims as follows:

Repair Code: 8C3C
Service Type: WW
Labor Operation: 764600 - 1.0 hrs.