RL V6-3.7L (2009)
Tail Lamp: All Technical Service Bulletins
Lighting - Moisture In The Tail Lamp(s)
10-021
August 17, 2010
Applies To:
2009-10 RL - ALL
2009-10 RL: Moisture in the Taillight
(Supersedes 10-021, dated July 21, 2010, to revise the information marked by the asterisks)
*REVISION SUMMARY
The BACKGROUND was removed, and the SYMPTOM and the CORRECTIVE ACTION were changed.*
SYMPTOM
*Moisture, fogging, or small water droplets are visible inside one or both taillights. and it doesn't dry up even after several days of dry weather.
NOTE:
Although the updated taillights are an improvement, they aren't sealed units. They're vented to allow a free exchange of air, so some moisture in the
taillights under some conditions is normal.*
PROBABLE CAUSE
High humidity plus insufficient ventilation causes condensation in the taillight(s).
CORRECTIVE ACTION
*Inspect the taillights, and replace them if they are not the updated type. If equipped with updated taillights, replace the taillight vent caps with drain
tubes.
^ DO NOT replace the taillights at PDI; some moisture from shipping is common, but it usually dries up.
^ DO NOT replace updated taillights that have drain tubes installed.*
PARTS INFORMATION
Drain Tube Kit: P/N 06335-TM8-305
Left Taillight Assembly: P/N 33550-SJA-A13
Right Taillight Assembly: P/N 33500-SJA-A13
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Failed Part:
33550-SJA-A11
Defect Code:
09999
Symptom Code:
01301
Skill Level:
Repair Procedure
DIAGNOSIS