A light, metallic ring/tap noise may be heard coming from the I/P. The
concern is a one time event only, during a harsh clutch engagement
and/or while quickly letting off or stepping on the throttle.
The source of noise may be coming from the shift cable bracket. The
bracket is mounted on the body tunnel, above the exhaust system flexible
pipe. The heat insulation must be pushed back in order to access the
bracket.
Two studs secure the bracket. The bracket was designed to be pressed
onto one stud with a nut installed on the second stud. Install a nut on
the stud without a nut. (Locally source the nut, thread size 6mm x
1.0mm with a 10mm head.)
***Published in Sept/Oct 2005 M-tips***
1/19/06 - MTO updated to include 2006MY.