Door Trim Pad - Squeaks

Group Ref.: Body

Bulletin No.: 431021

Date: March, 1994

SUBJECT:
DOOR TRIM PAD SQUEAKS (USE SQUEAK REDUCTION MATERIALS)

MODELS:
1991-94 BUICK ROADMASTER
1991-94 CADILLAC BROUGHAM AND FLEETWOOD (RWD)
1991-94 CHEVROLET CAPRICE

CONDITION:

Some owners may comment about a squeak type noise from the door trim pad.

CAUSE:

1. Trim pad loose to door inner panel.

2. Rough edge on hard plastic of trim pad.

3. Flexing of component parts of trim pad, arm rest pad, courtesy lamp, etc.

NOTE:
In most cases, a reduction in the squeaks can be accomplished by careful inspection of the door trim pad and use of noise reduction products, some of which are listed below.

3M* # 6355 Squeak Reduction Tape

3M # 3550 Scotchgard Protective Gel

3M # 8946 Silicone Paste

Black Adhesive Backed Felt

Product-Sol Anti-Squeak Compound

CORRECTION:

1. Inspect all trim pad to door inner panel attachments to be sure they are tight and properly seated.

A. Screws - Pull strap to door inner panel. Armrest pad to door trim pad. Trim pad to door inner panel.

B. Plastic Retainers - Christmas tree type. Replace any screws and/or retainers that may be broken, stripped or missing.

2. On some vehicles, door trim pads may have hard plastic/vinyl edges contacting the door inner panel.

Remove the trim pad and check door inner panel for visible rub/etch marks. Lightly sand edges of trim pad with # 400 sand paper (to remove rough edges, mold flash, etc.) and apply a thin coat of silicone lubricant to the edge of trim pad.

Or

Apply adhesive backed felt (Black) or 3M Squeak Reduction Tape # 6355 (or equivalent) as a gasket between trim pad and door inner panel. Carefully trim, as required, so material is not visible.

3. On vehicles with removable armrest pads, electrical switch pods, courtesy lamps, or other removable components, remove component from trim pad and apply a thin coat of silicone lubricant or 3M Squeak Reduction Tape to the area where the components are making contact.

* We believe this source and their equipment to be reliable. There may be additional manufacturers of such equipment. General Motors does not endorse, indicate any preference for or assume any responsibility for the products or equipment from these firms or for any such items which may be available from other sources.

WARRANTY INFORMATION:

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation: Front Door Trim R&R C3348 Right,
C3358 Left

Rear Door Trim R&R C3540 Right,
C3541 Left

Labor Time: Use Published Labor Operation
Time.

Plus 0.2 Hr. for Application of
Noise Reduction Material.