Transfer Box Shift Lever - Rattling/Buzzing Noise
21/07/9541/02/95/US
SUBJECT
Buzz Noise from Transfer Box Shift Lever Area
MODEL
Range Rover Classic
AFFECTED VEHICLES
LP
LH All
LJ
LD
DETAIL
Two sources (or causes) of a buzzing / rattling type noise coming from the transfer box shift lever area has been identified.
(1) The transfer box linkage
(2) The high/low shift lever knob button.
ACTION REQUIRED
Upon customer complaint attempt to reproduce the condition and then follow the procedures as outlined below.
PARTS INFORMATION
Nylon tie wrap - at least 1/4" wide, 8-10" long - tensile strength 175 lbs - locally sourced.
(Recommended tie wrap - order from McMaster Carr - (201) 329 3200 - part number 7130K18)
Loctite 454 adhesive (or equivalent) locally sourced.
PROCEDURE
Transfer Box Linkage
1. Referencing illustration, from under the vehicle install tie-wrap and tighten just enough to remove linkage freeplay.
2. Remove excess tie-wrap
High/Low Shift Lever Knob Button
1. Check the button (which may be constructed of plastic or wood) for looseness in knob.
2. If found to be loose remove button from knob and apply an adhesive such as Loctite 454 (or equivalent) to the back of the button making sure not to get adhesive on visual areas of knob or button.
3. Reinstall button ensuring that High/Low graphics are aligned correctly.
4. Road test to ensure condition has been corrected.
WARRANTY
Normal warranty policy and procedures apply
COMP. CODE
3W8K - T/box linkage
3J5K - Shift lever button
SRO
41.20.89/27 - Install tie-wrap on linkage - 0.20 hr
41.20.89/28 - Re-install shift lever button - 0.10 hr