Solstice L4-2.0L Turbo (2008)
Heated Glass Element: All Technical Service Bulletins
A/C - Rear Defroster Grid Is Inoperative
TECHNICAL
Bulletin No.: 05-08-48-003C
Date: September 22, 2008
Subject:
Rear Defogger Grid Inoperative or Incomplete Defogging of Rear Glass (Repair Broken Defogger Grid Wires)
Models:
2006-2009 Pontiac Solstice
2003-2007 Saturn ION
2007-2009 Saturn SKY
2007-2009 Opel GT
2007-2008 Daewoo G2X
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add models and model years. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 05-08-48-003B (Section 08 - Body &
Accessories).
Condition
Some customers may comment that the rear defogger grid is inoperative or that the rear glass is not completely defogged (patches of fog or frost remain
after rear defogger grid has been activated for several minutes).
Cause
The rear defogger grid may have broken defogger grid lines.
Correction
Check the rear defogger grid using the methods listed in this bulletin in order to diagnose inoperative or broken defogger grid lines. Repair any detected
breaks using the procedure below.
Service Procedure
Materials Required
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Permatex(R) Quick Grid, P/N 12346001, or equivalent
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A small ball of fine steel wool, Type 00
OR
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Optional - A strip of liquid crystal heat sensitive paper, 51 mm x 305 mm (2 in x 12 in) or similar size (Contact Edmund Scientific at 800-728-6999
for part number CR30723-70 or go to www.scientificsonline.com)
OR
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Optional - A portable infrared thermometer, GE-46819, available from Kent-Moore (1-800-345-2233), or equivalent.
Broken Defogger Line Diagnosis and Repair
To detect a broken grid line and to isolate the exact location of the break, perform the following:
Caution:
Approved safety glasses and gloves should be worn when performing this procedure to reduce the chance of personal injury.
Notice:
Cover the rear shelf area to prevent damage to the interior trim material.
1.
Start the engine and turn on the back window defogger.
