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Fuel System - Rattle Noise From The Fuel Tank Protector

T-SB-0358-09

October 12, 2009

Fuel Tank Protector Rattle Noise

Service Category
Engine/Hybrid System

Section
Fuel System

Market
USA





Applicability

Introduction

Some 2005 - 2008 model year Corolla and Matrix vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise from the fuel tank protector. The fuel tank band (RH) has been improved to correct this condition.





Parts Information





Warranty Information

APPLICABLE WARRANTY

^ This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.

^ Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.

Repair Procedure





1. Inspect and verify the noise is from the fuel tank protector.

2. Inspect the fuel tank protector to fuel tank band mounting location. If it is loose/damaged proceed to step 3. If the mounting location is OK this TSB does NOT apply.

3. Remove the fuel tank protector.

4. Remove and replace the RH fuel tank band.

5. Inspect the fuel tank protector for damage and replace if necessary.

6. Install the fuel tank protector.

7. Confirm normal vehicle operation and verify NO rattle noises are present.