CTS V6-3.2L VIN N (2003)
Spare Tire Carrier: All Technical Service Bulletins
Trunk - Popping/Oil Canning Noise
File In Section: 08 - Body and Accessories
Bulletin No.: 02-08-66-003
Date: March, 2002
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Oil Canning/Popping Type Noise From Rear Compartment/Trunk Area
(Install Sound Deadening Material)
Models:
2003 Cadillac CTS
Condition
Some customers may comment that an oil canning/popping type noise can be heard coming from the rear compartment/trunk area.
Cause
This condition may be due to the spare tire metal tub.
Correction
Remove the spare tire and install sound deadening material.
Procedure
1.
Remove the spare tire and foam insert.
2.
Install four 7.62 cm x 15.24 cm (3 in x 6 in) sound deadening material patches, such as 3M(R) Silencer Strips, P/N 08585, or equivalent, to the
spare tire metal tub.
