Wrangler 2WD V6-3.8L (2008)
Front Door Latch: All Technical Service Bulletins
Body - Tapping or Knocking Sound at B or C Pillar
NUMBER: 23-024-08
GROUP: Body
DATE: August 2, 2008
SUBJECT:
Tapping or Knocking Sound at B or C Pillar
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves lubricating the door latch catch plate striker contact surfaces.
MODELS:
2007 - 2008
(JK)
Wrangler
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles built prior to June 28, 2008
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Some customers may experience a knocking sound coming from the B pillar area (two door models) or B and / or C pillar area (four door models) while
driving over bumps or rough terrain. The sound may resemble someone tapping on the B or C pillar. The sound may be due to the interaction between
the latch catch plate and striker.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the vehicle operator describes the Symptom/Condition and / or the Knock Sound can be duplicated, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1.
Open the door.
2.
With the door open, use your finger and rotate the door catch plate to the secondary position (one detent) to expose the area that receives the
