Power Door Locks - Inoperative/Manual Function OK
File In Section: 10 - BodyBulletin No.: 63-10-41B
Date: November, 1997
Subject:
Inoperative Power Door Locks, Locks Will Function Manually
(Replace External Bumper on Actuator Arm)
Models:
1991-96 Buick Park Avenue
1992-97 Buick LeSabre, Skylark
1995-97 Buick Riviera
1997 Buick Regal
1992-97 Cadillac Eldorado, Seville
1994-97 Cadillac DeVille, Concours
1994-97 Chevrolet Camaro
1995-97 Chevrolet Lumina
1995-97 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1997 Chevrolet Malibu, Venture
1991-96 Oldsmobile Ninety Eight
1992-97 Oldsmobile Achieva, Eighty Eight, LSS
1995-97 Oldsmobile Aurora
1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass, Regency, Silhouette
1992-97 Pontiac Bonneville, Grand Am
1994-97 Pontiac Firebird
1997 Pontiac Grand Prix, Trans Sport
1996-97 Chevrolet and GMC G Models
1996-97 Chevrolet and GMC S/T Models
1996-97 Oldsmobile Bravada
This bulletin is being revised to add the 1992-97 Buick/Oldsmobile N Car. Please discard This bulletin is Corporate Bulletin Number 63-10-41A (Section 10 - Body).
Condition
Some owners may comment on inoperative power door locks (front and/or rear doors). Door locks will still operate manually.
Cause
Condition may be caused by ripping of the external bumper which allows the actuator arm to disengage.
Correction
Replace external bumper on actuator arm.
Important:
On Aurora and Riviera front door latches with Theft Deterrent, the lock assembly must be replaced. DO NOT use the instructions below.
Numbers in parenthesis below refer to callouts in illustration.
1. Remove the door latch assembly. Refer to Section 10 in the Service Manual.
2. Separate the actuator from the latch assembly by removing two screws (5).
3. Replace external bumper (3) on actuator arm (2) with new bumper supplied in service kit.
Important:
^ The old style bumper is neutral or white in color and should be replaced with a new black bumper.
^ Do not add any lubricant to the bumper or bumper area.
4. Install the actuator to the latch assembly.
Important:
Ensure that the lock switch teeth (11) are pushed all the way towards the actuator arm and the latch is in the full open position.
5. Replace lock rod clips supplied in kit.
6. Reinstall lock actuator.
7. Insure proper operation of locks.
Parts Information
P/N Description
25664043 Actuator Kit Bumper Repair
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.