Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J (2002)
There may be voids in the seam sealer in the cowl (front of the door area on the driver or passenger side). Refer to the illustration above.
Correction
Repair the area by applying enough seam sealer to fill all the voids.
Condition 11 (Malibu)
Some customers may comment about a mildew odor or wet front floor carpet on the driver side.
Cause
The park brake stud may not be sealed properly.
Correction
Remove the park brake stud nut and add a sealer to the stud and reassemble.
Condition 12 (Alero, Grand Am, Malibu)
Some customers may comment about a mildew odor, wet rear floor carpet or wet carpet in the trunk.
Cause
There may be voids in the tail lamp area seam sealer on the right or left side of the vehicle. Refer to the bold line in the illustration above.
Correction
Use a soapy water mix and apply liberally to the seam area. Using shop air from inside the trunk, direct the air at the seam from the bottom of the seal.
Repair area as necessary using seam sealer.
Condition 13 (Alero, Grand Am, Malibu)
Some customers may comment about a mildew odor, wet rear floor carpet or wet carpet in the trunk.
Cause
