Interior - 'A' Pillar Area Wind Noise
Article No02-17-8
09/02/02
NOISE - WINDNOISE FROM THE "A" PILLAR AREA
FORD:
2001-2003 MUSTANG
ISSUE
Some 2001-2003 model year Mustangs may exhibit a whistle type windnoise from the "A" pillar area. This may be caused by wind moving over the fastener holes of the "A" pillar applique.
ACTION
Verify condition by taping off the area. Install a foam block in the applique to keep wind from passing over the hole and causing the whistle. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Verify windnoise by placing tape the length of the "A" pillar applique (roof moulding) on the door glass side (Figure 1).
2. Drive vehicle and verify that the wind noise is gone.
3. If the noise remains, do not continue with this article. Refer to Workshop Manual Section 100-04 for further diagnosis.
4. If the tape eliminates the noise, remove the tape and remove the A-pillar applique per the Workshop Manual (Section 501-08). Do not continue with the removal of the C-pillar trim.
5. Place foam block 2R3Z-63518C46-AA over third retaining hole in applique (Figures 2 and 3).
6. Re-install applique.
NOTE
MAKE SURE THAT THE WEATHERSTRIP IS PROPERLY SEATED.
7. Verify service
Parts Block
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
021708A Install Foam Block One 1.0 Hr.
Side Coupe
021708B Install Foam Block Both 1.4 Hrs.
Sides Coupe
021708C Install Foam Block One 1.0 Hr.
Side With Convertible Top
021708D Install Foam Block Both 1.2 Hrs.
Sides With Convertible Top
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
7603137 CONV. 6351726 COUPE 42
OASIS CODES: 108000, 701000