Interior - Cloth Disformation

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Bulletin: 88-10-19

Date: Mar., '88

Ref. No.: 88-118-10

Corp. Ref. No.: 811603
SUBJECT: CRUSHING OF PRIMA, PRIMA II, ROYAL PRIMA AND PRIMAVERA CLOTH

MODELS AFFECTED: 1984-88 VEHICLES WITH PRIMA, PRIMA II, ROYAL PRIMA, AND PRIMAVERA CLOTH TRIM


Some Buick models with the subject cloth interiors may exhibit a crushed condition due to the distortion of the material's nap. This condition may appear as a worn spot on seats, door trim, pad inserts, or as indentations under a seat belt buckle.

The condition does not represent a discrepancy in the material or workmanship of the vehicle. All velour-type cloths, are susceptible to nap distortion over time and under constant load. Moderate amounts of distortion can be repaired using the following procedure. NOTICE: Under constant load the distortion may reappear.

1. Using Jiffy Steamer, Model J-3 or equivalent, apply steam directly to the cloth where the distortion is apparent. Apply enough to moisten the cloth, but do not soak it.

2. Brush the crushed cloth area gently against the direction of the distortion with a soft bristle brush (such as a horse hair shoe brush). Once the cloth fibers are loosened, brush in a circular motion in area to work the nap back and forth.

3. Let area dry.

4. After cloth is dry, brush again to loosen the fibers.

5. If distortion is still apparent, repeat the above procedure.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Labor Operation Number: T6266
Labor Time: .5 hour
Trouble Code: 92