XLR V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
Trunk / Liftgate Weatherstrip: Customer Interest
Body/Interior - General Water Leak Guide
TECHNICAL
Bulletin No.: 05-08-57-005B
Date: October 02, 2008
Subject:
General Waterleak Guide
Models:
2004-2009 Cadillac XLR
Supercede:
This bulletin is being updated to add model years. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 05-08-57-005A (Section 08 - Body and Accessories).
Condition
Water entry over the wheelhouse traced back to the joint between the rear compartment weatherstrip and quarter belt weatherstrip.
Correction
Separate the joints and lift each end 50-76 mm (2-3 in) enough to apply 3M(TM) Bedding and Glazing Compound, P/N 08509, inside the U-Channel of
the weatherstrip. Refer to the illustration above. Apply enough compound so that it extends to both ends of the weatherstrip and will cause slight squeeze
out when reinstalled. As you reinstall the weatherstrips, be sure the smaller weatherstrip is fully inserted into the opposite weatherstrip. Work the
weatherstrips onto the flange and towards each other to ensure a tight joint when finished.
Condition
Water entry over wheel house and traced back to quarter belt cup. The cup drain is not large enough to allow water to drain adequately and floods over
the dry side of the sealing system, which allows water to enter the trunk.
Correction
