Frame - Sagging/Dripping Corrosion Protection Coating

Group Ref.: Body

Corporate Ref. No.: 331051

Date: September, 1993

SUBJECT:
SAGGING/DRIPPING FRAME COATING (REMOVE AND RECOAT)

MODELS:
1992-93 BUICK ROADMASTERS
1992-93 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD BROUGHAM
1992-93 CHEVROLET CAPRICE
1992 OLDSMOBILE CUSTOM CRUISER WAGON

CONDITION:
Some owners may comment on sagging and in severe instances, dripping of the wax coating applied to the frame assembly for corrosion protection. This condition is most apt to appear in high temperature areas, such as near the catalytic converter or exhaust crossover pipe assembly.

CAUSE:
Material composition of coating unable to withstand elevated temperatures noted in certain areas of the vehicle's underbody.

CORRECTION:
Clean affected area with GM Tar and Road Oil Remover, P/N 1050172 (U.S.), P/N 992856 (Canada) or equivalent, insuring all dirt and wax coating is removed. Apply GM Anti-Corrosion Compound, P/N 12345489 (U.S.), P/N 10952414 (Canada) or equivalent, insuring affected area has been completely recoated.

CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire and/or personal injury, read cautionary information on the containers of the products indicated above.

PART AVAILABILITY:

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

WARRANTY INFORMATION:

Labor Operation: E1860

Labor Time: Use Applicable Labor Time