Express 3/4 Ton Van V8-4.8L VIN V (2003)
You MUST use a silver-bearing solder to make the solder joint. DO NOT attempt this repair with conventional tin/lead alloy solders. Most
suppliers have this type of solder available and it is available nationally at Radio Shack(R)*. It is sold in several diameters and either are
acceptable for this repair.
5. For this step, it is permitted that two technicians be used if required. Heat the new connector on the surface of the buss bar that is to be soldered.
Long nose pliers are suggested to hold the electrical connector and the defroster tab in place. Keep the solder ready and begin flowing out the
solder as soon as the melting temperature has been reached.
Tip
If a single technician is attempting this repair, it is beneficial to wrap one turn of the solder around the new contacts base. In this manner, as the
melting point of the solder is reached, a layer is deposited on the bottom side of the contact.
Important
Try to align the new contact so that it is positioned with the same orientation as the original contact.
6. The above illustrates an ideal finished solder joint. Additional stray solder will not harm the performance of the bond; however, while it is unlikely
that customers may refer to the appearance of the rear window defroster and its components as a positive styling feature of the vehicle interior, it is
easy to elicit the opposite reaction due to a poor cosmetic application.
*We believe this source and their products to be reliable. There may be additional manufacturers of such products/materials. General Motors does not
endorse, indicate any preference for, or assume any responsibility for the products or material from this firm or for any such items that may be available
from other sources.
Parts Information
Acrysol(TM) can be ordered directly from Kent Automotive at 1-800-654-6333 (in Canada, 1-800-563-1717).
Radio Shack(R) products can be found nationally at retail locations, www.radioshack.com, or at 1-800-843-7422.
All other parts can be ordered through GMSPO or SSPO.
Warranty Information (excluding Saab U.S. Models)
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Warranty Information (Saab U.S. Models)
