Firebird V8-305 5.0L VIN E (1992)
Add 25 mm (1") square piece of felt to both trim caps at rear of outboard surface. See Figure 7. The felt insulator material has adhesive backing and may
be obtained from most local fabric stores. As an option use loop portion of 3M # 06480 Scotchmate Hook and Loop Fastening System.
1.
Lower top.
2.
Install 25 mm (1") square piece of adhesive backed felt to quarter trim cap at rear of outboard surface. See Figure 7. Patch will overlap B-pillar
trim cap.
3.
Raise and latch top.
LABOR OPERATION:
T1872
TIME ALLOWANCE:
0.2 HR. for Both
Operating Issues
Application:
1991-1992
CONDITION:
Tonneau (stowage lid) release sluggish or slow to release, prior to VIN 200553.
CORRECTION:
Relocate solenoid and use new cadmium or zinc-plated screws P/N 12517487.
1.
Refer to 1992 Service Manual, Section 10-6 "Quarter Trim Panel (Convertible)", and remove panel.
2.
Remove cable mounting screws and remove electrical cable from clamps. Leave manual cable attached to clamp.
3.
Remove solenoid mounting screws and discard.
