Syclone V6-262 4.3L Turbo (1991)
To correct, it is necessary to insure owners are familiar with the double position latch mechanism and that the carrier is fully closed engaging the second
latch position (Figure 1).
SERVICE PROCEDURE:
1. Grasp the spare tire and shake the carrier assembly (Figure 1) to determine if the second latch position is engaged. If the second latch position is
NOT engaged, the spare tire carrier assembly will be loose and rattle. If the second latch position IS engaged, the spare tire carrier should not move.
2. If the carrier is improperly shut, open and close engaging the second latch position. Recheck by grasping the spare tire and shaking the carrier
assembly to insure the carrier is properly closed.
NOTE:
DRIVER/OWNER MAY NOT BE AWARE OF SECOND LATCH POSITION AND SHOULD BE INFORMED OF PROPER CLOSING
INSTRUCTIONS.
3. If a rattle condition still exists, the bumper may be misadjusted. Test drive the vehicle to determine if the rattle has been eliminated.
NOTE:
If rattle has been eliminated with proper closing, it is NOT necessary to perform Step 4.
4. If a rattle still exists with second latch position engaged, open the spare tire carrier and loosen the adjustment nut located on the bumper assembly.
Close the carrier assembly, engaging the second latch position, and adjust the rubber bumper until it contacts the striker plate surface on the tailgate.
To complete the adjustment, open the carrier and rotate the bumper counterclockwise an additional one and one-half (1-1/2) turns preloading the
bumper against the striker plate surface.
Tighten the adjustment nut against the face of the mounting bracket. Torque the adjustment nut to 25-35 N-m (18-26 lbs.ft.).
WARRANTY INFORMATION For vehicles under warranty use:
Labor Operation:
T7026
Labor Time:
0.5 hr.
NOTE:
Labor Operation is coded to base vehicle coverage in the warranty system.