TSB: S007/96

INSTRUMENT PANEL CLATTER NOISE

APPLICABLE MODELS/VINS

All 1995 Millenia vehicles with a VIN of JM1TA22**S1139666 through JM1TA22**S1145824

All 1995 Protege vehicles with a VIN of JM1BA14***0151623 through JM1BA14***0173933.

DESCRIPTION

A clatter noise may be heard around the instrument panel while driving the vehicle. This is caused by a screw that holds the ABS circuit board in place. While driving, it is possible for the screw to work loose and roll around inside the ABS control unit case.

A new screw and lock washer replace the current design (washer-based screw). Customers complaining of this noise should have the screw retrieved and installed according to the instructions in this bulletin.

NOTE: The ABS operation is not affected by this concern.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Verify the complaint.

2. Remove the ABS control unit from the vehicle.

3. Open the control unit case by prying up the four (4) tabs.

CAUTION: TAKE CARE NOT TO DROP THE CONTROL UNIT, PERMENANT DAMAGE COULD RESULT.

NOTE: THE FOLLOWING STEPS ARE PROVIDED TO PREVENT CIRCUIT DAMAGE. This damage could occur from static electricity. DO NOT SKIP THESE STEPS.

• Wash your hands and dry lightly.

• Touch the metal portion of the vehicle to remove any remaining static electricity.

4. Open the upper portion of the case.

5. Locate the screw(s) that is causing the noise and confirm the location of the others (four (4) screws total).

6. Install the detached screw(s) into the original position.

Tightening Torque: 6 kgf-cm +/- 2

NOTE: Check the tightness of all four screws.

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

7. Apply a locking agent as shown in Fig. 3 Figure 3

CAUTION: ONLY HOLD THE COMPONENTS BY THE OUTSIDE EDGE, NEVER TOUCH THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD. Refer to Fig. 4

8. Install the upper portion of the case into the lower portion. Refer to Fig. 5 Figure 5

NOTE: Notch in lower portion of the case and the connector (in the upper portion) must align.

9. Return the tabs to a closed position. Refer to Fig. 5

10. Shake control unit to confirm repair and install in vehicle.

11. Turn ignition "ON" and confirm operation of warning lights.

Condition	Warning Light	Conclusion
Normal	Light illuminates for a few seconds, then goes off	Repair is complete
Abnormal	Light stays on	Replace unit
	Light does not illuminate	Replace unit

WARRANTY INFORMATION

(Applies To Verified Customer Complaints On Vehicles Covered Under Normal Warranty. Refer To The SRT Microfiche For Warranty Term Information)

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Warranty Type

A

Symptom Code

82

Damage Code

9G

Millenia

Part Number Main Cause

T001 67 650A T003 67 650 T007 67 650

Quantity

0

Protege

Part Number Main Cause

BC1D 67 650B

Quantity

0

Millenia

Operation Number

XX0756R1

Labor Hours

0.5Hrs.

Protege

Operation Number

XX0756R2

Labor Hours

0.4Hrs.