I/P Cup Holder - Binding/Stuck
Number: 93-71-10Section: 10
Date: DEC. 1992
Corporate Bulletin No.: 238301R
ASE No.: B1
Subject:
INSTRUMENT PANEL CUP HOLDER BINDING/STUCK
Model and Year:
1991-93 CAPRICE, CAVALIER, CORSICA, BERETTA, PRIZM AND C/K TRUCKS (WITH BENCH SEATS)
Condition:
Some owners of 1991-93 "B/J/L/S" cars and C/K trucks (with bench seats) may comment on the operation of the Instrument Panel (I/P) cup holder as sticking or binding.
Cause:
Carbonated soft drinks or fruit juices spilled on the sliding surfaces of the tracks may inhibit free movement of the cup holder.
Correction:
Free operation may be restored as follows:
1. Remove I/P cup holder as outlined in appropriate service manual.
2. Wash thoroughly with luke-warm water and mild hand or dish soap and air dry. Harsh, chlorinated or soaps containing grit should not be used.
3. Reinstall cup holder.
This is not to be considered a warranty expense item and cup holders should not be replaced for this condition.