TSB: S008/96

DOOR LOCK NOISE

APPLICABLE MODELS/VINS

All 1995 Protege with a VIN of JM1BA14**S0999999 and lower.

DESCRIPTION

A cracking noise from the "B" pillar may be noticed when accelerating and braking. This noise may be caused by a lack of lubricant on the door lock mechanism. Customers complaining of this noise should have the vehicle inspected and repaired, if necessary.

NOTE: This concern does not affect the operation of the vehicles locking system.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Rotate the fork on the affected door to a locked position.

NOTE: Slide block and spring should be visible.

2. Apply spray grease to the slide block spring.

3. Pull the inner handle to return the fork to its original position.

4. Push the slide block back and apply spray grease to the open area.

5. Verify the repair.

• If the noise is not heard, return vehicle to customer.

• If the noise is still present, loosen the door lock striker bolts and adjust the striker according to the instructions in section S of the workshop manual. Refer to Fig. 2.

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

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

91

Part Number Main Cause

Refer to the table below. Use only one part number.

Quantity

0

Operation Number

XX0762RX

Labor Hours

0.3 Hrs. (for all doors)