Interior Garnish Molding - White Spots
BULLETIN NO.: 95-T-53ISSUE DATE: December, 1995
GROUP/SEQ. NO.: Body-12
CORPORATION NO.: 581607
SUBJECT:
White Spots on Interior Garnish Molding(s) (Heat Garnish Molding(s) with Heat Gun to Remove White Spots)
MODELS AFFECTED:
1996 Saturns
CONDITION:
White spots appear on interior garnish molding(s)
CAUSE:
Interior garnish molding(s) are overstressed during removal and/or installation causing a stress or yield mark that gives a white appearance.
CORRECTION:
Perform the following procedure to remove stress or yield marks from interior garnish molding(s).
PROCEDURE:
NOTICE:
Use care not to damage interior components adjacent to interior garnish molding. Cover surrounding area to protect them from possible damage.
NOTICE:
Do not overheat area while removing stress or yield marks, or interior garnish molding may get a shiny surface.
Using a Snap-on(R) heat gun (or equivalent heat gun capable of obtaining 402° C [750° F]), in a slow circular motion, heat area of stress or yield marks on interior garnish molding until stress or yield mark is removed.
CLAIM INFORMATION:
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System as shown:
Labor
Operation
Case Type Description Code Time
VW Remove White Spots on T9697 0.2 hrs
Interior Garnish Moldings