Audio System - Rattle Noise From Trunk Area

TSB 08-8-6

04/28/08

RATTLE NOISE - TRUNK AREA - VEHICLES
EQUIPPED WITH AUDIOPHILE SOUND SYSTEM

FORD:
2008 Focus

ISSUE
Some 2008 Focus vehicles equipped with Audiophile sound system, may exhibit a dull rattle noise from the trunk area when going over bumps or during high audio volume levels accompanied with heavy bass. This may be caused by the subwoofer cover.

ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Remove subwoofer cover from trunk area.





2. Measure down from top of cover 2 9/16" (64.7 mm). (Figure 1)





3. Measure across from curved radius over 6" (152 mm ). (Figure 2)

4. Drill a 13/32" (10 mm) hole on center of measurements. Use light pressure when drilling to prevent cover distortion.

5. Install subwoofer cover into position over subwoofer assembly.

6. Install new fastener pin to secure cover.





WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

080806A 2008 Focus: Install 0.2 Hr.
Retainer to Subwoofer
Cover. Includes Time to
Measure and Drill Hole in
Cover

DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
7045423 33





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