Caravan L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN K FI (1987)
Arm Rest: Customer Interest
Folding Arm Rest - Loose/Shakes
Models
1984-1987 "S" Body Plymouth Voyager/ Dodge Caravan
Subject
Folding Arm Rest Looseness/ Shake
Index
BODY
Date
November 9, 1987
No..
23-15-87 (C16-23)
P-4112
SYMPTOM/CONDITION
The folding arm rests used in the front bucket and 2-passenger first rear seat may have noticeable looseness or shake, or complete loss of support.
DIAGNOSIS
The above conditions are caused by one or both of the following:
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Loss of retention of arm rest armature by retainers (star washers) on support pin.
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Armature cracked or broken.
If either of the above conditions exist, correction will require replacement of the arm rest pad and armature assembly, the support assembly, and
attaching screws/washers. The improved design 1988 replacement parts must be used.
Arm Rest Kit
Package PN 4494522
Package PN 4494523
RT
LT (NOTE 1)
1
Pad & Armature Assy.
PN 4402937
PN 4402937
1
Support Assembly - RT
PN 4402938
PN 4402939
1
Screw & Washer
PN 6501542
PN 6501542
Assembly
1
Spring Washer
PN 6024223
PN 6024223
1
Stop Bolt
PN 6032567
PN 6032567
1
Flat Washer
PN 120393
PN 120393
3
Support Mounting
PN 6501539
PN 6501539
Screw
NOTE:
(1) THE LEFT SUPPORT ASSEMBLY IS USED WITH THE LEFT FRONT SEAT, AND ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FIRST
REAR SEAT (2-PASSENGER).
REPAIR PROCEDURE
This procedure outlines replacement of the arm rest pad and armature assembly, support assembly, and attaching screws/washers.
1.
Remove the failed arm rest assembly from the support assembly on the seat back.
2.
Remove the trim cover from the arm rest assembly. If the cover is not damaged, retain for re-use.
3.
Discard the pad and armature assembly.
4.
Remove the support assembly from the seat back, and discard.