Silverado Classic 3500 2WD V8-6.0L (2007)
Paint: Customer Interest
Body - Paint Chips On Rear Fenders Ahead of Rear Wheels
TECHNICAL
Bulletin No.: 08-08-51-006
Date: July 30, 2008
Subject:
Paint Chipping on Fenders in Front of Rear Wheels (Refinish Damaged Area)
Models:
2007-2009 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Series
2007-2009 GMC Sierra 3500 Series
with Dual Rear Wheels
Condition
Some customers may comment that the paint is chipped on the fenders in front of the rear wheels.
Cause
The fenders may be damaged by road debris thrown up by the tires at highway speeds.
Correction
1.
Refinish the rear fender(s). For the proper refinish materials to use, refer to the 2008 GMWI5406 GM Globally Approved Refinish Materials
information. The refinish materials information is now online at the GMGOODWRENCH WEB SITE*. Printed books have been discontinued. To
access the site, follow these steps:
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Go to www.gmgoodwrench.com.
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Click on For Body Shops & Services link at the bottom of the page.
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Click on GM Technical Repair Information.
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Click on Paint Shop tab.
*In Canada, the 2008 GM Approved Refinish Materials booklet is also available on the GM infoNET under the Service and Body tab.
2.
Apply the protective film following this procedure.
Important:
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The paint protective film and vehicle surface temperature should be 13-32°C (55-90°F) for best results.
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Automatic car washes should be avoided for at least 24 hours after the paint protective film application.
Mark the location where the protective film is going to be installed by measuring from the top of the box down 255 mm (10 in) and 620 mm
(24-3/8 in) from the front of the box and place a piece of tape where they intersect. Now measure 290 mm (11-1/2 in) from the wheel well forward
at the side marker lamp and place a piece of tape. This will give you a base for where to install the protective film. Adjust if necessary. Refer to the
lines in the illustration.
3.
Wipe the vehicle surface with isopropyl alcohol or flash naptha at the application area.
4.
Dry the surface with a clean lint-free cloth.
