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SUBJECT:
Sunroof Rattle Sound
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves applying MOPAR Stud and Bearing Mount Adhesive to and torquing
the sunroof fasteners.
MODELS:
2005 - 2006 (LX) 300/Charger/Magnum
2006 (LE) 300/300 Touring (International Markets)
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Metallic rattle sound in the area of the sunroof.
DIAGNOSIS:
Rattle occurs when driving on rough roads, is a metallic sound, can be moderate to severe
and typically occurs after 6000 miles are on the vehicle. The rattle can be duplicated by
tapping/pounding up on the sunroof glass panel.
PARTS REQUIRED:
Qty. Part No. Description
1 04318032 Adhesive, MOPAR Stud and Bearing Mount
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Inspect the four glass adjusting fasteners under the side mechanism covers. If the
glass adjusting fasteners are loose, torque them to 5.5 Nm (49 in. lbs.) and retest for
the rattle sound.
2. If the fasteners are secure and rattle sound is still present remove the left side A-pillar,
B-pillar and C-pillar trim, grab handle assembly, sun visor and sun visor retainer.
3. Pull the left side of the headliner down to gain access to the left side sunroof module
fasteners.
4. Remove one (1) of six (6) left side sunroof module fasteners.
5. Apply MOPAR Stud and Bearing Mount Adhesive, p/n 04318032, to the fastener
threads.
6. Install the fastener and torque it to 8-10 Nm (70-88 in. lbs.).
7. Repeat step 4-6 for the remaining five (5) left side sunroof module fasteners.
8. Install the left side A-pillar, B-pillar and C-pillar trim, grab handle assemblies, sun
visors and sun visor retainers.
NUMBER:
23-002-06
GROUP:
Body
DATE:
January 18, 2006
9. Repeat steps 2-8 for the right side sunroof fasteners.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No: Description Amount
23-30-56-93 Apply Adhesive and Torque Sunroof Fasteners 1.4 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE:
ZZ Service Action
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