Interior - Rear Shelf Rattles

03-018

March 4, 2003

Applies To:
2003 Accord 4-Door - From VIN JHMCM5...3C000001 thru JHMCM5...3C019349
2003 Accord 4-Door - From VIN 1HGCM5...3A000001 thru 1HGCM5...3A054708
2003 Accord 2-Door - From VIN 1HGCM7...3A000001 thru 1HGCM7...3A014092

Rattle From the Rear Shelf

SYMPTOM

A rattle can be heard from the rear shelf area.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The dynamic damper does not fit tightly against the rear shelf.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Install washers between the dynamic damper and the rear shelf.

PARTS INFORMATION

6 mm washer (2 required):
P/N 94103-06800, H/C 0629824

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 848302

Flat Rate Time: 0.6 hour

Failed Part: P/N 74799-SDA-A01
H/C 7174741

Defect Code: 043

Contention Code: B07

Template ID: 03-015A

Skill Level: Repair Technician

Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Remove the rear shelf trim (see page 20-95 of the 2003 Accord Service Manual).

2. Remove the dynamic damper.





3. Install two 6 mm washers between the dynamic damper bracket and the rear shelf.

4. Reinstall the dynamic damper and the rear shelf trim.





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