VehiCROSS 4WD V6-3.5L (1999)
Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: All Technical Service Bulletins
Body - Tailgate Check Arm Squeaking Sound
BULLETIN NUMBER:
SB99-11-S003
ISSUE DATE:
NOVEMBER 1999
GROUP:
BODY
1999 VEHICROSS (VX) TAILGATE CHECK ARM SQUEAKING SOUND
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Some 1999 VehiCROSS (VX) models
SERVICE INFORMATION
Condition:
Tailgate check arm may emit a squeaking sound whenever the tailgate is moved to the open or closed position.
Correction:
To correct the squeaking condition, use the procedure outlined in this bulletin.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1.
Open the tailgate as far as possible.
2.
Using a clean rag, remove the factory-applied grease from top and bottom surfaces of tailgate check arm. (Figure 1)
NOTE
Do not use a degreaser. Simply wipe the grease off with a cloth.
3.
To protect from over-spray, cover the surrounding areas of the check arm with a rag or equivalent.
NOTE
Pay special attention to the bumper cladding, immediately below, and the interior panels, adjacent to the check arm.