Malibu L4-2.4L (2010)
Rear Shelf: All Technical Service Bulletins
Interior - Rear Shelf Foam Seal Is Loose
TECHNICAL
Bulletin No.: 09-08-110-001A
Date: July 23, 2010
Subject: Loose Foam Seal Between Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel and Rear Glass (Replace Foam Seal)
Models:
2008-2011 Chevrolet Malibu
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add model years. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 09-08-110-001 (Section 08 - Body and Accessories).
Condition
Some customers may comment that the foam seal material between the rear window shelf trim panel (parcel shelf) and the rear glass is loose and
exposed.
Cause
The foam anti-rattle seal may have been stretched when it was applied to the trim panel. Heat can cause the foam to shrink and the adhesive to fail,
allowing the seal to separate from the trim panel.
Correction
Important
DO NOT replace the rear window shelf trim panel for this condition.
Use the following procedure to install a new foam seal.
1. Remove the rear window shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel in SI.
2. Remove the foam seal from the trim panel.
3. Clean any adhesive residue from the attaching surface on the trim panel using a general purpose adhesive cleaner.
4. Install a piece of Kent Industries P/N P46495*, 11 mm X 9 mm (3/8 in X 7/16 in) adhesive-backed pressure sensitive sponge rubber weatherstrip
material, or the equivalent, on the trim panel in the location of the original foam seal.
5. Clean any adhesive residue from the rear window using a general purpose adhesive cleaner.
6. Reinstall the rear window shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel in SI.
