Sunroof - Squeaks
BULLETIN NO.: 00-T-58ISSUE DATE: October, 2000
CATEGORY TYPE: Body-18
CATEGORY: Sunroof
CORPORATION NO.: 00-08-67-005
SUBJECT:
Sunroof Squeaks When Driving Over Rough Roads (Lubricate Sunroof Seal)
MODELS AFFECTED:
^ 1996 Saturn S-Series Sedans equipped with sunroofs (RPO CF5)
^ 1997 - 2001 Saturn S-Series Coupes and Sedans equipped with sunroofs (RPO CF5)
CONDITION:
Some customers may comment about a squeak or rubbing type noise coming from the sunroof area when driving over rough roads. This condition may be worse with the sunshade in the full open position.
CAUSE:
The squeak or rubbing noise may be caused by the sunroof seal rubbing against the paint in the roof opening.
CORRECTION:
Lubricate the sunroof seal using the procedure outlined in this bulletin.
PROCEDURE:
1. Open sunroof sunshade to the full open position.
2. Verify noise is coming from sunroof seal by pushing up and down at rear of sunroof glass from inside vehicle.
^ If noise is coming from sunroof seal, proceed to next step.
^ If noise is not coming from sunroof seal, refer to the appropriate service manual for further diagnosis.
3. Partially open sunroof glass to the vent position.
4. Clean sunroof seal with window cleaner, or equivalent, and allow to dry.
CAUTION:
KRYTOX LUBRICANT MAY CAUSE SKIN AND EYE IRRITATION. AVOID DIRECT CONTACT WITH KRYTOX LUBRICANT. TOXIC MATERIALS MAY BE FORMED IF KRYTOX LUBRICANT IS HEATED ABOVE 260°C (500°F). INHALATION OF SMOKE FROM TOBACCO CONTAMINATED WITH KRYTOX LUBRICANT MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION.
5. Apply KRYTOX lubricant (P/N GPL-105 -oil), or equivalent, to the sunroof seal, using a "Dab-O-Matic" applicator.
6. Verify noise is gone by pushing up and down at rear of sunroof glass from inside vehicle.
PARTS REQUIREMENTS:
DuPont KRYTOX Lubricant (P/N GPL-105 - Oil)
Available from Miller-Stephenson Chemical Co. (1-800-992-2424)
IMPORTANT:
One 59 ml (2 oz.) bottle of lubricant should last for approximately four similar applications.
(Saturn Retailers located in Canada should order P/N 03634770 (29 ml) that is available from GMSPO.)
CLAIM INFORMATION:
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System as shown.
IMPORTANT:
The lubricant must be claimed as a "material" using Net Item Code "M." Refer to the table for the material required, material cost, quantity required, and material reimbursement amount.
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