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Power Lock - Tailgate Will Not Fully Unlock

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Bulletin: 88-10-36

Date: Aug., '88

Ref. No.: 88-084-10

Corp. Ref. No. 852002

SUBJECT: TAILGATE POWER LOCK INOPERATIVE


MODELS AFFECTED: 1985-88 SKYHAWK WAGONS WITH AU6 REMOTE ELECTRIC TAILGATE LOCK
1985-88 CENTURY WAGONS WITH AU6 REMOTE ELECTRIC TAILGATE LOCK


Some 1985-88 Century and Skyhawk wagons may experience a condition where the tailgate will not fully unlock using the remote release.

To repair this condition, a new latch assembly incorporating a heavier, stronger spring has been released. Part number 16604546 is available through GMSPO. 1988 Century wagons built after January, 1988, will incorporate the new latch assembly.