Corvette V8-7.0L (2007)
Paint: Customer Interest
Body - Paint Damage Near Rear Caliper Air Scoops
Bulletin No.: 07-08-53-001
Date: March 22, 2007
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Driver and/or Passenger Side Paint Finish Concerns (Scuffed/Chipped) at Outer Edge of Quarter Panel at Rear Brake Caliper Cooling Air Scoop (Install
New Design Left and Right Rear Brake Caliper Cooling Inner and Outer Air Scoops)
Models:
2006-2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint 75123095
Condition
Some customers may comment on the paint finish being scuffed or chipped at the outer edge of the quarter panel located near the driver and/or passenger
side of the rear brake caliper cooling air scoop opening.
Cause
While the vehicle is in motion, the front tires may distribute road sand, gravel and debris against the painted, unprotected outer edge of the rear brake
caliper cooling air scoops.
Correction
Install the new design left and right rear brake caliper cooling inner and outer air scoops using the procedure below.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in SI.
Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in SI.
Remove the 7 mm head screw from the rear brake caliper air cooling duct.
Remove the rear wheelhouse liner fasteners.
Remove the rear wheelhouse liner. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Liner Panel Replacement in SI.
Remove the rear brake caliper cooling duct and sound damping bag.
Tip
Use a flat-bladed screwdriver to release the tabs holding the rear brake caliper air cooling duct to the inner scoop.
