Wondering if I should get this done this Spring when I take the car out of storage. I am going to take it in anyways for the reflash on the computer to fix stalling issue, before I start modding. But when my better half rides with me the passenger seat squeaks like crazy, it drives both of us nuts!
Anyone have the squeaky passenger seat fix done (TSB)?
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Someone previously posted this as a potential fix...
The existing seat mounting holes have a little bit of free-play in them. If you just loosen up the seat mounting bolts, you can push the seat towards the console and that might give you enough clearance to keep the seat from squeaking against the door panel. It might be worth a 5 minute effort to try this first.
The fix is just them using shims to reposition the seat. I have a .jpg of the TSB. If you want a copy, PM me your email address and I'll send you a copy.
-Greg
The existing seat mounting holes have a little bit of free-play in them. If you just loosen up the seat mounting bolts, you can push the seat towards the console and that might give you enough clearance to keep the seat from squeaking against the door panel. It might be worth a 5 minute effort to try this first.
The fix is just them using shims to reposition the seat. I have a .jpg of the TSB. If you want a copy, PM me your email address and I'll send you a copy.
-Greg
Mine did the same when I bought the car. I did exactly what Top Fuel suggested you do. Loosen the bolts, push the seat inboard toward the console and then tighten the bolts. Fixed mine...
I tried the seat adjust but the rub it was too severe. So, I ordered the parts (around 10 bucks) and did the re and re myself. I just didn't trust a dealer to remove the seat and carefully pull back the seat cover enough to replace the parts without doing damage.
TRIM—PASSENGER SEAT RUBS AGAINST DOOR PANEL
Article No. 03-1-5
FORD: 1999-2003 MUSTANG
1. Remove the front passenger seat per Workshop WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The
Manual procedure listed in Section 501-10. Provisions Of Bumper To
Bumper Warranty Coverage
2. Remove the front passenger seat backrest and OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
latch per Workshop Manual procedure listed in 030105A Install Shims To Move 0.8 Hr.
Section 501-10. Only remove the top two bolts Seat Away From Door
of latch (Figure 1). Discard lower bolt. Trim Panel (Includes Time
To Remove And Install
3. Obtain Seat Shim Kit 1R3Z-63000A25-AB.
Seat)
4. Install four (4) of the 1.5mm-thick washers (8 DEALER CODING
included in kit with a 12.1- 12.4mm I.D.) CONDITION
between the seat backrest bracket and the seat BASIC PART NO. CODE
bottom cushion frame (Figure 2). 7661018 07
OASIS CODES: 101000, 107000, 702000, 702300
5. Install other four (4) of the 1.5mm-thick washers
between the seat backrest latch and the seat
backrest frame at the upper bolt location
(Figure 1).
6. Install the three (3) 2mm thick washers (smaller
I.D.) between the seat backrest latch and the
seat backrest frame at the lower bolt location
(Figure 1).
7. Using the bolt that is provided in the kit for the ISSUE
lower hole, Re-install the seat backrest latch Some vehicles may exhibit the passenger seat
using the reverse of the procedure listed in rubbing against the door panel or trim. This may
Section 501-10. result in a squeak type noise, especially in vehicles
equipped with leather seating. This may be caused
8. Re-install the seat backrest using the reverse of
by the seat position in the vehicle. the procedure listed in Section 501-10.
ACTION
9. Re-install seat into vehicle using the reverse of
To service, install shims (washers) to move the the procedure listed in Section 501-10.
Slide seat-back away from the door trim. Refer to the seat towards center console before tightening
following Service Procedure for details. seat to floor.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
10. Verify that seat does not touch door panel.
CAUTION PART NUMBER PART NAME
SEAT TRACK MAY BE SPRING LOADED. THIS
1R3Z-63000A25-AB Kit - Seat Shim MAY CAUSE THE SEAT TRACK TO MOVE
DURING REMOVAL.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
NOTE: The information in Technical Service Bulletins is intended for use by trained, professional technicians with the knowledge, tools, and equipment to do
the job properly and safely. It informs these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or provides information that could assist in proper
vehicle service. The procedures should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers”. Do not assume that a condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a
Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership to determine whether the Bulletin applies to your vehicle.
It wasn't tough to do, but if your squeemish get the dealer to do it.
TRIM—PASSENGER SEAT RUBS AGAINST DOOR PANEL
Article No. 03-1-5
FORD: 1999-2003 MUSTANG
1. Remove the front passenger seat per Workshop WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The
Manual procedure listed in Section 501-10. Provisions Of Bumper To
Bumper Warranty Coverage
2. Remove the front passenger seat backrest and OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
latch per Workshop Manual procedure listed in 030105A Install Shims To Move 0.8 Hr.
Section 501-10. Only remove the top two bolts Seat Away From Door
of latch (Figure 1). Discard lower bolt. Trim Panel (Includes Time
To Remove And Install
3. Obtain Seat Shim Kit 1R3Z-63000A25-AB.
Seat)
4. Install four (4) of the 1.5mm-thick washers (8 DEALER CODING
included in kit with a 12.1- 12.4mm I.D.) CONDITION
between the seat backrest bracket and the seat BASIC PART NO. CODE
bottom cushion frame (Figure 2). 7661018 07
OASIS CODES: 101000, 107000, 702000, 702300
5. Install other four (4) of the 1.5mm-thick washers
between the seat backrest latch and the seat
backrest frame at the upper bolt location
(Figure 1).
6. Install the three (3) 2mm thick washers (smaller
I.D.) between the seat backrest latch and the
seat backrest frame at the lower bolt location
(Figure 1).
7. Using the bolt that is provided in the kit for the ISSUE
lower hole, Re-install the seat backrest latch Some vehicles may exhibit the passenger seat
using the reverse of the procedure listed in rubbing against the door panel or trim. This may
Section 501-10. result in a squeak type noise, especially in vehicles
equipped with leather seating. This may be caused
8. Re-install the seat backrest using the reverse of
by the seat position in the vehicle. the procedure listed in Section 501-10.
ACTION
9. Re-install seat into vehicle using the reverse of
To service, install shims (washers) to move the the procedure listed in Section 501-10.
Slide seat-back away from the door trim. Refer to the seat towards center console before tightening
following Service Procedure for details. seat to floor.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
10. Verify that seat does not touch door panel.
CAUTION PART NUMBER PART NAME
SEAT TRACK MAY BE SPRING LOADED. THIS
1R3Z-63000A25-AB Kit - Seat Shim MAY CAUSE THE SEAT TRACK TO MOVE
DURING REMOVAL.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
NOTE: The information in Technical Service Bulletins is intended for use by trained, professional technicians with the knowledge, tools, and equipment to do
the job properly and safely. It informs these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or provides information that could assist in proper
vehicle service. The procedures should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers”. Do not assume that a condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a
Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership to determine whether the Bulletin applies to your vehicle.
It wasn't tough to do, but if your squeemish get the dealer to do it.
I had to bring mine in for the 80 mph+ vibe anyways so I had the dealer shim it. They did a good job and no more rubbing since then.
One thing that happened to me recently: I was treating all the leather [tip--everyone should use leather care products on their leather several times a year to help prevent the leather drying out and cracking] and the next morning on my way to work I heard a rattling sound like a loose latch. I figured one of my rear seats hadn't latched when I closed them but that wasn't it. I searched all around the back seat area but couldn't find the rattle. Listening while driving, I narrowed the rattling down to the front passenger seat. Turns out I had lifted the headrest while spreading the leather treatment and it was rattling. I pushed it down and the rattle stopped. I know, simple and stupid of me not to notice immediately... :idea:
One thing that happened to me recently: I was treating all the leather [tip--everyone should use leather care products on their leather several times a year to help prevent the leather drying out and cracking] and the next morning on my way to work I heard a rattling sound like a loose latch. I figured one of my rear seats hadn't latched when I closed them but that wasn't it. I searched all around the back seat area but couldn't find the rattle. Listening while driving, I narrowed the rattling down to the front passenger seat. Turns out I had lifted the headrest while spreading the leather treatment and it was rattling. I pushed it down and the rattle stopped. I know, simple and stupid of me not to notice immediately... :idea:
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