Ascender 2WD V8-5.3L (2004)
Hood Support Rod: Customer Interest
Body - Rattle From Under The Hood
TSB SB04-11-S006
Rattle Noise Under Hood
Affected Vehicles
2003-2004 Isuzu Ascender (US/UT) models.
Service Information
Condition:
Some customers may comment on a slight buzz or rattle noise coming from under the hood. This noise could be mistaken for a unusual engine noise.
Possible Cause:
The hood prop rod may be making contact with the fan shroud.
Correction:
Adjust the hood prop rod.
Service Procedure
1.
Support the hood.
2.
Make sure the plastic prop rod pivot block is fully seated into the radiator support before making the adjustment.
3.
Adjust the prop rod by bending the rod at the point of contact. There should be approximately 10 mm (3/8 in) between the prop rod and the shroud
(see figure 1).
