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Acura TSB 00-014

Acura Service Bulletin 00-014

Date: April 24, 2000
Applies To: 1999 Acura 3.2TL – ALL
2000 Acura 3.2TL – From VIN 19UUA5…YA000001 through YA008807

Squeak or Creak From the Driver's Seat


Symptom

The driver’s seat may squeak when the occupant moves, or creak when the seat is adjusted to its lowest position.

Probable Cause

Noise may be caused by the seat cushion rubbing against the seat frame, or by the seat belt buckle mounting bolt contacting the frame.

Corrective Action

Apply wool felt tape to the seat frame. If creaking is present, bend the seat belt buckle mounting flange outward.


Required Materials

Wool Felt Tape: P/N 06993‑SA5‑000 (one roll repairs approximately four vehicles)


Warranty Claim Information

Operation Number:851003
Flat Rate Time:0.6 hour
Failed Part:81660-S0K-A01
Defect Code:042
Contention Code:B07
Template ID:00-014A
Skill Level:Repair Technician

Out-of-warranty repairs may qualify for goodwill consideration with prior approval.


Repair Procedure

  1. Lower the driver’s seat fully and remove it from the vehicle.
  2. Remove the right side cover and inspect for contact marks between the seat belt buckle mounting bolt and the seat frame.


  • If contact marks are present, bend the mounting flange (step 3).
  • If no marks are present, proceed to step 4.
  1. With the seat supported, clamp the seat rail and bend the buckle mounting flange outward to prevent contact.


  1. Remove the side covers from the seat frame.


  1. Remove the seat cushion from the frame.
  2. Cut two strips of wool felt tape (410 × 15 mm) and apply them to both sides of the frame where rubbing occurs.


  1. Reassemble the seat and reinstall it in the vehicle.

Customer Information: This bulletin is intended for trained technicians with proper tools and equipment. Clients should consult an authorized Acura dealer to determine applicability.

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