NHTSA ID Number: 10202395
Manufacturer Communication Number: PIT5853
Summary
This Preliminary information communicates information on correcting a rattle noise on driver side of cowl heat shield.
Condition
Some customers may comment on a rattle noise from the driver side dash area in park at idle or while driving.
Cause
The retainer clips that hold the Exhaust Front Underbody Heat Shield may have become loose, shown below.
Correction:
Remove existing retainer clips and replace with updated retainer clip P/N 13232779 and tighten by hand until heat shield is secured into position.
Parts Information
| Description | Part Number | Quantity |
| Heat Shield Retainer | 13232779 | 2 |
12 Affected Products
Vehicles
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 2020-2022 |
| CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 3500 | 2020-2022 |
| GMC | SIERRA 2500 | 2020-2022 |
| GMC | SIERRA 3500 | 2020-2022 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
Bulletin No.: PIT5853
Published date: 09/20/2021
MC-10202395-9999.pdf 246.743KB
- These heat shield clips allow you to easily replace worn or faulty lock washers, and they hold the heat shield in place very well.
- Heat shield retainers are made of high-quality metal, not easy to rust, wear-resistant, high temperature resistant and has a long service life.
- Car heat shield fastener diameter: 30mm, hole diameter 4mm. Small and lightweight, easy to carry and replace.
- Usually used as a fixing clip and heat insulation plate under the hood, compatible with Volkswagen, Skoda, Audi and other models.
- Packaging: 20pcs car heat shield clips.
- Buyer's Note: Corresponding to OEM part numbers 6715468, N90335004, N90335006, N90796501, and N90796502, assure match with your vehicle. Verify OEM numbers before buying to avoid installation incompatibility issues
- Noise Reduction Repair: Heat shield spacers specifically address exhaust pipe rattling caused by rust damage to heat shields. By repairing and re-securing existing heat shields, they effectively reduce noise generated by component contact during driving
- Durable Materials: The heat shield repair kit utilizes metal and aluminum materials, offering rust resistance and high-temperature tolerance. These materials possess high strength and hardness, maintaining dimensional stability under extreme temperatures while resisting deformation and damage
- Quick Installation: Simply align the car heat shield gasket and the car heat shield clip with their mounting positions for instant secure attachment. Helpful Tip: Apply moderate force during installation to avoid deformation of the components
- Professional Kit: Each set includes 5 heat shield clips (2.04-inch diameter) + 5 heat shield washers (1.16-inch diameter), providing ample quantity for complete repair needs. Compact and lightweight accessories for easy vehicle storage and emergency use
- OEM Part Number: Reference OEM numbers are 6715468, N90335004, N90335006, N90796501, N90796502. Please note that before purchasing, please carefully confirm the OEM and suitable models, to avoid receiving you can not use
- Application: This automotive clip is ideal for securing clips and heat shields under the hood. It also replaces worn or damaged clamping washers and can keep the shield from rattling loose. Ideal for other hot areas such as exhaust pipes and undercarriage
- Durable Material: This heat shield spacers are made of metal and aluminum with excellent rust and heat resistance. It also has strong compressive and flexural strength, ensuring durability and long-term performance even under extreme conditions
- Quantity and Size: Includes 5 heat protection clamping and 5 clamping washers. Washers are 30mm in diameter, and repair plates are 52mm. Compact and lightweight, making them easy to carry and replace, meeting your daily needs effectively
- Easy Installation: Designed for straightforward installation with no complex tools required. Simply follow the steps to quickly replace damaged heat shields or clamping washers, restoring the vehicle’s heat protection function efficiently
- REPLACEMENT PART NUMBER: Replacement for W790373-S900 and W790373S900. Compatible with mounting points for heat shield panels and body deflector retainers
- IMPACT-RESISTANT PLASTIC CONSTRUCTION: Made from durable plastic material that withstands vibration, heat exposure, and mechanical stress. Reduces cracking or breaking under normal engine bay conditions
- DIRECT EXCHANGE FOR WORN CLIPS: Designed to replace broken, cracked, or loose heat shield clips and body deflector retainers
- TOOL-FREE INSTALLATION: Snaps directly into existing mounting holes. Removes old clip and presses new retainer into position. No drilling or Restores secure attachment without modification
- 8-PIECE REPLACEMENT SET: Includes eight black retainers. Provides enough clips for a full replacement job plus extra spares for future maintenance
- Replace Part Number: Our heat shield wrap clips replace OEM number is N90796502/N90796501/N90335006/6715468/N90335004, please double check carefully whether the OEM is suitable for our products before purchase, so as not to be unable to use it
- Heat Shield Repair: Automotive heat shield clips are mainly used for vehicle heat shield repair, used to firmly fix the heat shield, and replace the old damaged gaskets in time, to avoid the noise caused by the loose heat shield, is a nice choice for daily vehicle maintenance
- Durable Material: Our heat shield automotive clips are made of aluminum, with high strength and hardness, can withstand the daily use of scratching is not easy to break and damage, has good heat resistance, high temperature conditions to maintain long-term stability of use
- Easy to Install: No need for complicated tools and steps, just align our car heat shield clips and spacers to the mounting position and fix them in place, simple replacement and installation, no need to spend too much time, quickly restore the heat protection function of the heat shield
- List of Packages: You will receive 5pcs heat shield wrap clips, size 2.04*2.04 inch, the center hole ID is 0.20 inch, and 5pcs heat shield wrap washers, size 1.16*1.16 inch, sufficient quantity to meet your use and replacement needs, compact and lightweight, easy to store and carry
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Bulletin No.: PIT5853
Published date: 09/20/2021
Preliminary Information PIT5853 Rattle Noise from Driver’s Side Dash Area
Models Brand: Chevrolet GMC Model: Silverado 2500HD/3500HD Sierra 2500HD/3500HD Model Years: 2020 – 2022
2020 – 2022 VIN:
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All All Engine: All All Transmissions: All All Involved Region or Country Condition
Cause North America
Some customers may comment on a rattle noise from the driver side dash area in park at idle or while driving.
The retainer clips that hold the Exhaust Front Underbody Heat Shield may have become loose, shown below.
Correction:
Remove existing retainer clips and replace with updated retainer clip P/N 13232779 and tighten by hand until heat shield is secured into position.
Parts Information
Description Part Number Quantity Heat Shield Retainer 13232779 2 Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage (Canada Base Warranty coverage), use the following labor operation. Reference the Applicable Warranties section of Investigate Vehicle History (IVH) for coverage information.
Labor Operation Description Labor Time
*4088168 Heat Shield Fastener Installation .3 Hr. * This is a unique labor operation for bulletin use only.
Version History Version Modified 1
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