Civic DX Coupe L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC MFI (1999)
Rear Shelf: All Technical Service Bulletins
Rear Hat Shelf - Rattle/Buzzing Noise
98-079
February 8, 2000
Applies To:
1998-99 Civic - All 2-door models
2000 Civic - 2-door models from VIN 1HGEJ....YL000001 thru 1HGEJ....YL031936
Noise From the Rear Shelf
(Supersedes 98-079, dated October 20,1998)
SYMPTOM
When driving over rough roads, a rattling or buzzing noise coming from one or both corners of the rear shelf, or from the high-mount brake light.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The ribs on the bottom of the rear shelf are touching the sheet metal.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Apply EPT Sealer 5T to the bottom edges of the rear shelf.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
EPT Sealer 5T:
P/N 06991-SA5-000, H/C 2086650
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
848001
Flat Rate Time:
0.5 hour
Failed Part:
P/N 84503-502-A00ZB
H/C 4911137
Defect Code:043
Contention Code:
B07
Template ID:
98-079A
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your
Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Fold down the rear seat-backs.
