Magnum V6-2.7L VIN R (2005)
Passenger Assist Handle: Customer Interest
Interior - Rear Grab Handle Cracked/Broken
NUMBER: 23-011-05
GROUP: Body
DATE: February 26, 2005
THIS BULLETIN IS BEING PROVIDED IN ADVANCE. DO NOT ORDER PARTS OR PERFORM ANY ACTIONS RELATED TO THIS
BULLETIN UNTIL MARCH 14, 2005.
SUBJECT:
Rear Grab-Handle Bezel Broken At Screw Boss
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing both rear grab handles, brackets and screws.
MODELS:
2005
(LX)
300/Magnum
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles built on and between July 18, 2004 and August 12, 2004 (MDH 0718XX - 0812XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The rear grab handle(s) is loose, rattling, or broken at the screw mount boss. The break/crack is due to a rust inhibitor wash that was temporarily used on
the grab handle bracket that causes handle plastic to become brittle and break/crack.
DIAGNOSIS:
Inspect rear grab handles for secure mounting to body and/or obvious looseness. If the grab handle(s) is broken/cracked, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1.
Remove the door seal along the headliner near the grab handle.
2.
Remove the 2 screws p/n 05137531AA, that attach the grab handle and discard them.
3.
Disconnect the lamp connector and remove the grab handle assembly.
4.
Remove one screw, p/n 05137532AA, that attaches a steel bracket to the plastic retainer. Remove and discard the steel bracket and install a
replacement steel bracket, p/n 05175964AA, only finger tighten the screw at his time. Repeat for the other screw and bracket.
5.
Align the 2 clips in the roof (behind the plastic retainer) vertically so that the clips are not pinched between the standoff ribs of the plastic retainer
and vehicle sheet metal. Torque the 2 screws, p/n 05137532AA, to 1.9 - 2.2 Nm (16 - 20 in. lbs.).
6.
Connect the lamp wire to the grab handle assembly.
7.
Install 2 new screws, p/n 05137531AA, through the grab handle to the steel brackets, p/n 05175964AA, torque to 1.9 - 2.2 Nm (16 - 20 in. lbs.).
8.
Install the door seal.
