CL TYPE S V6-3.2L SOHC (2001)
Windshield: All Technical Service Bulletins
Body - Windshield Molding Deformed
August 14, 2000
Applies To:
1998-2000 3.5RL - ALL
1999-2000 3.2TL - ALL
2001 3.2CL - ALL
Deformed Windshield Molding
SYMPTOM
The windshield molding is warped or deformed.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The inner lip is folded, causing a poor fit against the body.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Remove the entire inner lip, and fill the channel between the molding and the body with silicone sealant.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Masking tape (at least 2 inches wide)
3M Black Super Silicone Sealant:
3M P/N 051135-08662
3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner:
3M P/N 051135-08984
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
831004
Flat Rate Time:
0.7 hour
Failed Part:
P/N 73150-584-A01
Defect Code:
004
Contention Code:
A01
Template ID:
00-025A
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Paris and Service Manager or your Zone
Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
DIAGNOSIS
Pull up the outer edge of the windshield molding. Check if the inner lip is folded over anywhere.
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If the inner lip is folded over, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
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If the inner lip is not folded, disregard this bulletin, and look for other possible causes.
