RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
Drink Holders: All Technical Service Bulletins
Interior - Cup Holder Binds or is Slow To Open
NUMBER: 23-039-02
GROUP: Body
DATE: September 2, 2002
SUBJECT:
Cup Holder Binds Or Is Slow To Open
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves installing a new cup holder return spring.
MODELS:
2002
(DR)
Ram Truck
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The cup holder may bind or be slow to open when released.
DIAGNOSIS:
If customers indicate that the cup holder is binding, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1.
Remove the instrument panel center bezel.
2.
Remove the air bag control module trim cover.
3.
Remove the cup holder from the instrument panel.
4.
Open the cup holder and turn it upside down. Locate the return spring on the bottom of the cup holder. Inspect the spring and note it's position.
The open end of the spring contains hooks which engage in holes cup holder body. The closed or "U" shaped end fits under tabs which retains it to
the body of the cup holder.
5.
Pull the closed end of the spring away from the retainer tabs and rotate it out of the housing. Grasp the spring at the open end and squeeze the ends
together to disengage the hooks from the holes in the body of the cup holder. Remove the spring.
