Door Lock Switches, Front - Fall Out of Escutcheon

Bulletin 86-10-28

Date Oct., '86

Ref. No. 86-175-10
SUBJECT: FRONT DOOR LOCK SWITCHES FALL OUT OF ESCUTCHEON

MODELS AFFECTED: 1986 REGAL 1986 LESABRE & ELECTRA ESTATE WAGONS

FRONT DOOR LOCK SWITCH ASSEMBLY:

Some of the above 1986 models equipped with power door locks may experience a condition where the front door lock switch falls out of the door lock escutcheon. This condition is caused by inadequate retention of the switch to the escutcheon. To repair this condition, reassemble the switch and install two retaining clips onto the escutcheon, as shown in the illustrations. Two different type clips have been released to correct this condition. Retaining clips are available from GMWDD. Switches are no longer available under the old part number and have been superseded by new part numbers which include clips already installed. Before using old switches from dealership parts stock, be sure to install retaining clips. Clips should be added to both door lock switches even if only one is reported as separated. New switches are currently in short supply and should be ordered only if old switch cannot be reassembled. The following chart indicates part numbers and usage:
OLD SWITCH NEW SWITCH CLIP PART NUMBER
APPLICATION PART NUMBER PART NUMBER (2 REQ'D PER SWITCH)

Regal 3078509 20734310 16602549

Estate Wagon With Switch In Door
Trim Pad 3078509 20734310 16602549

Estate Wagon With
Switch In Arm Rest 20209091 20734311 16602550

Use applicable labor operation number and time.