Monte Carlo V6-260 4.3L DSL (1983)
Weatherstrip: All Technical Service Bulletins
Rear Compartment Weatherstrip Ooze-Out - Service
Number:
83-I-53
Section:
I
Date:
May, 1983
Subject:
REAR COMPARTMENT WEATHERSTRIP OOZE-OUT SERVICE REPLACEMENTS 1981-83 CELEBRITYS, PASSENGER CARS,
MALIBU, MONTE CARLO AND CITATIONS - 11, 37, 69 STYLES
TO:
ALL CHEVROLET DEALERS
A new sealer less deck lid weatherstrip (P/N 20469449) has been released for service only and should be used when correcting conditions
of deck lid weatherstrip sealer ooze-out.
The new weatherstrip does not require sealer in the carrier. Only one length of the new weatherstrip will be serviced, therefore,
replacement will include a cut to fit operation.
Should it become necessary to replace a rear compartment lid weatherstrip the following procedure should be followed.
Replacement Procedure:
Rear Compartment Lid Weatherstrip
1.
Remove lid weatherstrip and clean all sealer from flange around entire lid opening.
2.
Begin inserting middle of weatherstrip onto gutter flange at the center of the opening between hinges. Be sure weatherstrip is completely seated to
flange around entire opening.
3.
Cut off any extra material and cement butt ends together using 3M 8011 Black Weatherstrip Adhesive or equivalent.
4.
Close lid and water test complete lid area.
5.
Open lid check for leak areas.
6.
If leaks occurs remove weatherstrip from flange:
a)
Brush 3M 8011 Black Weatherstrip Adhesive of equivalent on both sides of the flange completely around opening.
