Window Regulator - Glass Binds On/Distorts Weatherstrip: Overview

BULLETIN NO.: 00-T-01A

ISSUE DATE: August, 2000

CATEGORY TYPE: Body-01

CATEGORY: Doors/Windows/Mirrors

CORPORATION NO.: 00-08-64-008

SUBJECT:
Driver and Passenger Front Door Glass Binds On and Distorts Outer Window Run Channel Weatherstrips (Lubricate Outer Window Run Weatherstrip and Adjust Window Regulator)

Due to the changes under Models Affected, this bulletin has been revised and supersedes bulletin 00-T-01, which should be discarded.

MODELS AFFECTED:
2000 - 2001 Saturn L-Series Vehicles

CONDITION:
Some customers may comment that when raising the driver or passenger front door glass, the glass binds on and distorts the outer window run channel weatherstrip along rear edge of window frame.

CAUSE:
Pressure applied to window run channel rear weatherstrips due to window regulator misadjustment.

CORRECTION:
Lubricate outer window run channel weatherstrips and adjust window regulator. Refer to procedure in this bulletin for weatherstrip lubrication and window regulator adjustment.

PARTS REQUIREMENTS:
DuPont KRYTOX Lubricant * (P/N GPL-105 - Oil)

* Available From: Miller-Stephenson Chemical Co. (1-800-992-2424)

IMPORTANT:
One cartridge of lubricant should last for approximately 20 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.





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