Rodeo (4WD) V6-3165cc 3.2L SOHC (6VD1) (1993)
Spare Tire Carrier: Technical Service Bulletins
Tailgate - Rattle Noise Diagnosis & Repair
BULLETIN NUMBER
SB93-11-001
ISSUE DATE
March 11, 1993
GROUP
BODY
RODEO (UC) RATTLE NOISE FROM TAILGATE AREA
AFFECTED VEHICLES
All 1991-92 Rodeo (UC) models.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Sonic affected vehicles may experience a rattling noise coming from the tailgate area.
On models equipped with inside spare tire carrier, the noise could be caused by:
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Incorrect tailgate door striker alignment.
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Insufficient insulation between the tailgate door and the body.
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Insufficient insulation between hatch glass and tailgate.
On models equipped with outside spare tire carrier, the noise could be caused by:
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Incorrect tailgate door striker alignment.
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Insufficient insulation between tailgate door and body.
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Insufficient insulation between hatch glass and tailgate.
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Worn bushings on spare tire carrier hinges.
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Loose spare tire carrier bracket fixing bolts.
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(Vehicles produced before 6/91 only) Spare tire carrier release lever contacting the carrier.
This Service Bulletin describes repair procedures for eliminating the above conditions.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Test drive the vehicle to identify the source of the rattling noise. Depending on the source of the noise, correct the condition as follows:
1.
Lower tailgate door rattle (light metallic sound):
a.
Check alignment of lower tailgate door and rear fender. If the door and fender are not flush, adjust tailgate door striker alignment as
described in the appropriate Workshop Manual.
b.
Refer to Service Bulletin SB92-11-009 (issued 7/20/92) for instructions on installing tubing in the tailgate weatherstrip on both sides of the
door.
2.
Upper hatch glass rattle against tailgate door. Repair the tailgate waist seal (top of tailgate door) on both sides (Figure 1) as follows:
a.
Cut two 6" lengths of tubing (11/32" outside diameter).
b.
Locate the existing vent hole in the waist seal.