Noise from Fuel Tank Insulator – 2010-2015 Mazda CX-9

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2010-2015 CX-9 – NOISE FROM FUEL TANK INSULATOR

APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS

2010-2015 CX-9 vehicles with VINs lower than JM3TB******460027 (produced before April 1, 2015)

 

Unusual noise while driving the vehicle.

 

The noise may be caused by a broken fuel tank (B) insulator (A) that is hanging down and contacting the propeller shaft.

broken fuel tank (B) insulator (A)

The rivets (C) may break when a load occurs. The rivet material has been changed to eliminate this concern.

 

REPAIR PROCEDURE

  1. Safely raise the vehicle on a hoist, then inspect the insulator for damaged at the rivet(s).
  2. Remove the pre-silencer from the vehicle according to the instructions on MS3 online or the Workshop Manual (section 01-15).

NOTE: (4WD Only): Disconnect the propeller shaft from the differential.

  1. Remove and discard the insulator from the fuel tank.

CAUTION: When removing the rivet pins using a drill, pay close attention not to damage the fuel tank.

  1. Install the new insulator with modified rivets.
  2. Re-install the pre-silencer according to the instructions on MS3 online or the Workshop Manual (section 01-15).

NOTE: (4WD Only): Re-connect the propeller shaft to the differential.

 

PART(S) INFORMATION

Part Number Description Qty. Notes
TK31-56-398 Rivet 5
L214-42-741A Insulator 1 4WD
L206-42-741A Insulator 1 2WD
FSB8-40-305 Noise from Fuel Tank Insulator - 2010-2015 Mazda CX-9 | small light Gasket 2 Replacement parts
AJ17-40-305 Noise from Fuel Tank Insulator - 2010-2015 Mazda CX-9 | small light Gasket 1

 

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