Dash Rattle/Itching Noise from Instrument Panel/Glove Box Area While Driving (Reposition Body Control Module (BCM) Bracket and Insulate Blower Motor Bolt Washer)

Some customers may comment on a dash rattle/itching type noise from the instrument panel/glove box area while driving.

This condition may be caused by the BCM mounting bracket contacting the bolt head washer of the blower motor mounting bolts.

To correct this condition, follow the service procedure below:

1. Remove the screws retaining the instrument panel right side closeout/insulator panel.
2. Remove the instrument panel closeout/insulator panel.
3. Slide the BCM out of the BCM bracket.



4. Inspect for a contact point between the BCM bracket (2) and the blower motor screw head washer (1).
5. Reposition the BCM bracket (2) approximately 5 mm (0.2 in) down by pulling down on the BCM bracket (2) near the contact point.
6. Install one Electrical Moisture Sealant Patch, 3M® P/N 054007-06149 or equivalent, on the blower motor between the BCM bracket (2) and the blower motor screw head washer (1).
7. Reinstall the BCM into the BCM bracket (2).
8. Install the instrument panel right side closeout/insulator panel.
9. Install the instrument panel closeout/insulator panel screws.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2 N·m(18 lb in).

Parts are available from any local auto parts store.

The phone number for 3M® is 1-800-364-3577.

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