Wheel Cover (Wire) - Noise
88buick17Bulletin: 88-3-22
Date: Sept. '88
Ref. No.: 88-206-3
Corp. Ref. No.: 803502
SUBJECT: WIRE WHEEL COVER NOISE
MODELS AFFECTED: 1988 ELECTRAS AND LESABRES WITH OPTION N91
Comments have been received of noisy wire wheel covers on the 1988 Buick Electras and LeSabres. This condition can be addressed by using the Insulation Kit, Part Number 25536180, obtained from GMSPO.
Use the following installation procedure:
1. Prior to installation, wipe centering clips clean of dirt and grease with wax and grease remover or adhesive cleaner.
2. Remove adhesive tape liner from insulator.
3. Slide insulator slit toward ring (see iiiustration) over outer curl of cover (5 places) where centering clips exist. Press firmly to ensure adhesion.
4. Slide rubber O-Ring on lock bracket stud.
5. Install wheel cover.
6. Inspect wheel cover to ensure no contact to wheel weights.
NOTICE: To prevent a recurring noise, do not use a hammer or mallet to install wire wheel covers. This may result in damage to the wheel cover rim or anti-rotation clips.
The kit will also be shipped with the vehicle to be installed on cover at time of delivery. This time is included in the New Car Delivery.
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
For customer comment vehicles use:
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Labor Operation Number: T5180
Labor Time: .5 Hour
Trouble Code: 92