# B: Rattle/Creak Noise Retractable Hard Top (RHT Convertible) (Adjust Roof) - (Jul 30, 2007)

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1 # B: Rattle/Creak Noise Retractable Hard Top (RHT Convertible) (Adjust Roof) - (Jul 30, 2007) Subject: Rattle/Creak Noise Retractable Hard Top (Convertible) (Adjust Roof ) Models: Pontiac G6 Built Prior to June 1, 2007 This bulletin is being revised to address new concerns with the top. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number A (Section 08 - Body and Accessories). Condition Rattle/ticking type noise over bumps in colder weather from mid-roof area Rattle/ticking type noise over bumps from the front top of the windshield header area Creak/pop type noise over bumps from rear quarter panel area See Correction 1,1A,1B 2, 2A 3, 3A, 3B Seal itch type noise 4 Snap/ticking type noise over bumps from rear quarter glass area 5, 5A, 5B Snap/knocking type noise over bumps from rear shelf/tonneau panel/flipper door area 6, 6A, 6B Creak/pop/thump type noise over bumps in rear wheel well area 7 Creak/pop/thump type noise over bumps in rear trunk area 8 Important: U.S. Dealers: Technician should have viewed IDL course V and D. These courses will aid in the repair of the retractable hard top. Condition 1 Noise over bumps in colder weather from the mid roof area. Cause 1 The roof panel to panel pin to receiver may be making a rattle noise (either side of vehicle). Correction 1

2 PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 11/15/2006 Remove the existing rubber sleeve and grommet and install a new rubber sleeve (P/N ) and a new rubber grommet (P/N ) to each of the pins. Adjust both pin receivers to the fullest rearward position to create a better compression. Important: If after performing Correction 1 the noise is still present, continue with Condition 1A. Condition 1A Noise over bumps from mid-roof area. Cause 1A The roof panel to panel side rod latch to striker may be out of adjustment, causing a rattle (either side of vehicle). Correction 1A

3 PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 7/18/2006 Slightly loosen and adjust both panel to panel side rod latches to fit tighter to the striker when the roof is fully closed. If a loud pop noise is heard when opening the roof, the adjustment is too tight. Condition 1B Noise over bumps from rear roof area (either side of vehicle). Cause 1B The roof side arm UP stop rubber bumpers may come off or may be out of adjustment and create a creak/thumping noise (both sides of vehicle). Correction 1B

4 PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 2/28/2006 Open the roof to the service position. Replace any missing rubber stops. Measure the height of the bumper screw from the bumper surface to the base of the attaching arm. Loosen the jam nut at the base of the bumper screw and adjust the bumper height to 13 mm (0.51 in). Tighten the jam nut. Condition 2 Noise over bumps from the front roof area. Cause 2 The front roof panel pins to the header bracket may be out of alignment making a ticking/rattling noise (either side of vehicle). Correction 2

5 PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 05/16/2007 Slightly open the roof. Place a piece of masking tape over the bracket hole. Close the roof enough to observe pin alignment. Remove the interior trim access cover behind the sunshade to expose the three receiver bracket screws. Adjust the bracket in the required direction to center the pins in the receiver bracket and tighten the screws. Tighten Tighten the screws to 10 N m (89 lb in). Condition 2A Noise over bumps from front area with top closed. Cause 2A This ticking/rattling noise may be coming from the front header damper. Correction 2A Clean the four fingers with alcohol and install flocking tape. Condition 3 Noise over bumps from the rear upper quarter panel (either side of vehicle). Cause 3 Rear quarter panel metal may be creaking. Correction 3 FOR VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 10/30/2006 Notice: Take precaution not to damage the outer sheet metal.

6 Remove the rubber seal from the top of the quarter panel and slightly move the inner sheet metal away from the outer sheet metal. Condition 3A Creaking/popping noise over bumps from the rear of the door (either side of vehicle). Cause 3A The door spring pin may be out of adjustment or frozen. Correction 3A Adjust the receiver to pin and lubricate the door spring pin. Condition 3B Deck lid area metal creak/pop noise over bumps (either side of vehicle). Cause 3B This noise may be caused by the stand-off bracket making contact with the paint. Correction 3B PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 04/03/2006 Adjust the deck lid stand-off bracket and install a piece of mylar tape to cover the paint area. Use alcohol to clean the area. Condition 4 Noise from roof seals.

7 Cause 4 The seal may be dry and making a noise. Correction 4

8 Lubricate all seals (refer to illustrations above) with GM Dielectric Silicone Grease. Condition 5 Noise over bumps from top of the quarter panel and the base of the window (either side of vehicle). Cause 5 The rear quarter panel window belt molding may be making a clicking/snapping noise. Correction 5

9 PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 10/12/2006 Remove the window belt molding and clean the flange of the quarter panel with alcohol. Install three pieces of BRS Tape (flocking tape) to the flange and install the belt molding as shown above. Condition 5A Snapping noise from the rear quarter panel/roof area when cycling top open (either side of vehicle). Cause 5A This condition may be due to contact between the rear roof panel trim and the quarter panel upper trim. Correction 5A

10 PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 03/01/2006 Slightly adjust the quarter panel upper trim outward. Condition 5B Noise over bumps from mid-roof area (either side of vehicle). Cause 5B The top of the front door clip may be squeaking/itching or making a ticking noise. Correction 5B Adjust the door glass clip outward and lubricate with GM Dielectric Silicone Grease. Condition 6 Snap noise from rear shelf area when cycling roof. Cause 6

11 The bulkhead may be damaged from the rear seat upper trim that is not fully seated. Correction 6 PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 05/04/2007 Verify that rear seat upper trim is properly seated. Verify that the center tonneau and the flipper door area are adjusted properly or this issue may reoccur. Refer to Corporate Bulletin Number Condition 6A Noise over bumps from the rear shelf area. Cause 6A The tonneau flipper door may be contacting the center panel while the roof is in the stored position (both sides of vehicle). Correction 6A PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 03/30/2007

12 From the side of the vehicle, observe the clearance of the flipper door to the underside of the center tonneau panel. The clearance should be 2-3 mm ( in ). If adjustment is required, locate the flipper door hinge set TORX screw and adjust as needed. Refer to the illustration above.

13 Clear the center tonneau cover underside and install three pieces of flocking tape as shown above. Condition 6B Noise from rear shelf over bumps. Cause 6B The rear center tonneau panel may be loose in the up bracket, creating a knocking noise (both sides). Correction 6B

14 Clean the panel with alcohol and install two pieces of BRS Tape (flocking tap) to the bottom side on the tonneau panel. Condition 7 Rear wheel well area metal creaking noise over bumps (either side of vehicle). Cause 7 The metal bracket may be making contact with the shock. Correction 7 PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLE BUILT PRIOR TO 01/02/2007 Remove the trunk trim to gain access to the area and adjust the metal away from the shock.

15 Condition 8 Noise from rear trunk area over bumps. Cause 8 The cylinder for the stowage compartment lid may be rattling. Correction 8 Remove the upper attachment pin and install a washer. Parts Information Purchase BRS Tape (Flocking Tape) and Anti-Squeak Film Tape from Kent Automotive YES-KENT Technical Service Customer Service Online at Part Number Description Qty (U.S.) Dielectric Lubricant 1 (Canada) Sleeve Grommet 2 KT13512 Anti-Squeak Film Tape KT13486 Flocking Tape Warranty Information

16 Important: The intent of this bulletin is to identify the appropriate issues and apply the appropriate corrections pertaining to the customer's comments. Noting the build date of the vehicle VIN being serviced will also determine if the vehicle has already been built with the product issue update. To determine the final service labor operation time, use the initial base time and then apply the appropriate add times depending on the issue correction performed. Please note - only the items preformed on the vehicle being serviced should be used as the final repair time and the repair order must indicate the bulletin number and the condition numbers used. For vehicles repaired under warranty, use: Labor Operation Description Labor Time B9800* Inspect Operation of Retractable Hard Top 0.3 hr Adjust Pin Receiver, Install Rubber Sleeve 0.3 hr (Condition 1) Adjust Panel to Panel Latch 0.4 hr (Condition 1a) Adjust Bump Stop 0.2 hr (Condition 1b) Adjust Roof Latch 0.6 hr (Condition 2) Install Flocking Tape/Header Damper 0.5 hr (Condition 2a) Adjust Sheet Metal -- Inner Quarter Panel 0.2 hr (Condition 3) Adjust Door Pins 0.2 hr (Condition 3a) Install Mylar Tape - Deck Lid 0.1 hr (Condition 3b) Lubricate Weatherstrip Seals 0.3 hr (Condition 4) Install Flocking Tape - Quarter Panel Belt Molding 0.2 hr (Condition 5) Adjust Quarter Panel Belt Molding 0.2 hr (Condition 5a) Adjust Window Glass Clip 0.1 hr (Condition 5b) Adjust Flapper Doors and Install Flocking Tape Under

17 Tonneau 0.2 hr (Condition 6a) Install Flocking Tape Under Tonneau 0.2 hr (Condition 6b) Adjust Sheet Metal (Shock Area) 0.4 hr (Condition 7) Install Washer 0.1 hr (Condition 8) *This is a unique labor operation for bulletin use only. It will not be published in the Labor Time Guide. GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.

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