S15/T15 Sonoma P/U 2WD L4-2.2L VIN 5 Flex Fuel (2001)
Hood Hinge: All Technical Service Bulletins
Body - Hood Hinge Rattling Noises
Bulletin No.: 01-08-63-001B
Date: December 12, 2005
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Hood Hinge Rattle (Install Spring Washer)
Models:
1995-2004 Chevrolet S-10
1995-2005 Chevrolet Blazer
1995-2004 GMC Sonoma
1995-2005 GMC Jimmy
1996-2002 Oldsmobile Bravada
(Plant Codes 8 and K)
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add model years. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 01-08-63-001A (Section 08 - Body and Accessories).
Condition
Some customers may comment on a rattle coming from either or both front corners of the instrument panel near the hood hinge areas. This noise may
often be mistaken for a loose shock absorber. The rattle may be heard when driving over rough roads and is most noticeable when the road surface
creates a side-to-side vehicle motion.
Cause
Excessive clearance at the hood hinge attaching bolt may cause this condition. The excessive clearance allows the hood hinge to make metal contact with
the hood hinge bracket, which produces a rattling noise.
Correction
Important:
For additional information, see the Body Front End subsection of the Body and Accessories Section of the appropriate Service Manual.
1.
Remove the hood hinge attaching bolt (1).
2.
Install a spring washer (2) on the bolt as shown in above illustration.
3.
Install the bolt.
Tighten
