Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J (2002)
Tail Lamp: All Technical Service Bulletins
Lighting - Stop/Tail Lamps Inoperative/Water Inside
Bulletin No.: 00-08-42-007C
Date: August 24, 2004
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Stop/Tail Lamp(s) Inoperative or Intermittent and/or Water in Lamp (Replace Circuit Board/Gasket and/or Lamp Assembly)
Models:
1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu
2004-2005 Chevrolet Classic
1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add the 2005 model year. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 00-08-42-007B (Section 08 - Body and
Accessories).
Condition
Some customers may comment that a stop and/or tail lamp may not work correctly, or that the tail lamp has water in it.
Cause
This condition may be caused by the circuit board and/or gasket.
Correction
Remove the lamp assembly from the vehicle. Use the information below to diagnose and repair the lamp assembly.
1.
If the base of the stop/tail lamp bulb is distorted, replace only the circuit board and gasket, as well as the bulb.
2.
If the lamp leaks (has water in it, as opposed to condensation) but the reflective surfaces inside the lamp are not discolored, replace the circuit
board and gasket.
3.
Replace the lamp assembly only if the following condition(s) exist:
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The lamp is discolored internally.
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The lens is cracked.
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A locking tab is broken.
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The reflective surface is discolored.
4.
After replacing the circuit board, ensure that all locking tabs are securely fastened to the circuit board.
