Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J (2002)
Trunk / Liftgate Weatherstrip: Service and Repair
Weatherstrip Replacement - Rear Compartment Opening
Removal Procedure
1. Open the rear compartment.
2. Starting at the joint, pull the rear compartment lid weatherstrip (1) from the from the flange.
3. Remove the rear compartment lid weatherstrip from the vehicle.
4. Remove any adhesive from the flange with 3M(TM) Adhesive Remover P/N 8984 or equivalent.
Installation Procedure
Important: Apply light hand pressure in order to seat the strip when installing the rear compartment lid weatherstrip to the flange.
Impact loads, such as with a mallet, will result in waterleaks.
1. Position the rear compartment lid weatherstrip (1) to the flange.
2. Use light hand pressure to seat the rear compartment lid weatherstrip (1) to the flange.
3. Inspect the entire flange opening in order to ensure that the clinch is completely seated.
4. Close the rear compartment.
5. Use a hose with no nozzle attached to test the weatherstrip for leaks.
6. If the weatherstrip leaks, do the following:
1. Remove the rear compartment lid weatherstrip from the flange.
2. Brush the perimeter of the flange with weatherstrip adhesive, 3M(TM) P/N 08011 or equivalent.
3. Install the rear compartment lid weatherstrip to the flange.
