Audio System - Door Speaker Rattles

Audio System - Door Speaker Rattles

SI M51 02 06

Body Equipment

February 2006

Technical Service

SUBJECT

Rattling Noise From Loudspeaker / Door Panel

MODEL

R50 (Cooper), R52 (Convertible) and R53 (Cooper S) produced up to 09/04

SITUATION

While listening to music with lower bass tones, the customer may complain of a rattling noise coming from the loudspeaker on the door panel trim.

CAUSE

The door panel trim retaining clips allow vibrations at certain audio frequencies.

CORRECTION

In case of a customer complaint, replace the retaining clips with the improved parts on both doors. The improved retaining clips have been installed

on vehicles produced since September 22, 2002-2006.

PROCEDURE

Remove the door panel trim of the affected door as per Repair Instructions RA 51 41 000 and replace the retaining clips. Ensure that sealing washers

are fitted to the new retaining clips when installing.

Note:

Do not replace loudspeakers for this complaint.

PARTS INFORMATION

Refer to Electronic Parts Catalog for the latest parts information.