Grand Prix V6-191 3.1L (1989)
5.
Remove all dirt from the cracks and surface of vehicle.
6.
Clean sanded surface with grease and wax remover.
7.
Spray entire prepared area with a coat of DP40/401 anti-corrosion primer (PPG/Ditzler) or equivalent. Follow manufacturer's instructions and
recommended dry times.
8.
Apply 2 to 3 medium wet coats of primer-surfacer to primed surface of the vehicle, making sure to follow manufacturer's instructions for
application.
9.
After allowing adequate drying time, wet sand with 400 grit (or finer) sandpaper or dry sand with 320 grit (or finer) sand paper.
10.
Repeat steps 5 and 6.
11.
Apply 1 medium wet coat of primer sealer, following manufacturer's directions.
12.
Apply 3 to 4 medium wet coats (or until primer color is hidden) of Acrylic/Urethane Enamel color. Apply Clear coat after color. Follow
manufacturer's directions.
13.
Reinstall all previously removed moldings and windows.
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
Labor Operation Number:
A6100 (Effective With Credit Cylce 210)
Labor Time Grand Am 2 Door : 26.0 Hours Plus Material Allowance KN Plus 0.4 Mix Time
Grand Am 4 Door : 26.0 Hours Plus Material Allowance KN Plus 0.4 Mix Time
Labor Time Grand Prix 2 Door : 26.0 Hours Plus Material Allowance KR Plus 0.4 Mix Time
Grand Prix 4 Door : 26.0 Hours Plus Material Allowance KR Plus 0.4 Mix Time
Important:
The above allowances include ALL TIME for the R and R of glass moldings (removal or tape off of vista vents or sunroof
glass), door moldings, body moldings, stationary quarter glass, luggage racks and the stripping of color coat and refinishing
of surfaces above the Body Side Moldings.
Technical Service Bulletin # 901045B
Date: 910801
Paint Topcoat - Delamination
Bulletin Number:
90-10-45B
Reference Number:
181702R
Publish Date:
8/91
Subject:
PAINT TOPCOAT DELAMINATION (REPAINT ENTIRE BODY ABOVE THE BODY SIDE MOLDINGS)
Models
1985-90 GRAND AM MODELS -
Affected:
1988-90 GRAND PRIX MODELS
This bulletin has been revised to change labor times and material allowances and to specify the procedures involved. This bulletin cancels and replaces
bulletin 90-10-45A issued 4/91. Please discard bulletin 90-10-45A.
CONDITION:
Some 1985 thru 1990 Grand Am models and 1988 thru 1990 Grand Prix models may be subject to topcoat delamination after exposure to sunlight and
humidity.
CORRECTION:
1.
Verify that the condition is delamination of topcoat by applying a piece of tape firmly over the suspect area, and pulling upward quickly. If the top
coat and clear coat flake or peel away from the primer, leaving the primer intact, the top coat is delaminating and the following service procedure
should be performed.
