Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J (2002)
Condition 8 (Alero, Grand Am)
Some customers may comment about a mildew odor or that the front or rear floor carpet is wet.
Cause
There may be a gap between the upper and the lower trim that will allow water to channel on the inside of the molding, across the top of the door frame
and then down to the carpet area. Refer to the illustration above (front and rear door applique shown).
Correction
Repair the area by applying enough seam sealer to fill the gap. Loosen the top vertical molding screws and push the molding upward so that the top of
horizontal molding shingles the vertical molding. Wipe away any excess sealer.
Condition 9 (Alero, Grand Am)
Some customers may comment about a mildew odor or wet carpet on the driver side.
Cause
The manual transmission shift cable grommet may not be sealed at the front of dash. Refer to the illustration above.
Correction
Reposition the grommet to fit in the opening properly. If necessary, seal with GM Weatherstrip Adhesive, P/N 12345097 (in Canada, use P/N
10953479).
Condition 10 (Alero, Grand Am, Malibu)
Some customers may comment about a mildew odor or that the front floor carpet is wet.
Cause
