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Interior - Creak From Door Glass Driving On Bumpy Roads

File In Section: 10 - Body

Bulletin No.: 73-10-64

Date: October, 1997

Subject:
Creak Noise From Door Glass When Driving Over Bumpy Roads
(Lube Window Regulator)

Models:
1997-98 Buick Century, Regal
1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
1997-98 Pontiac Grand Prix (Sedan Only)

Condition

Some owners may comment that a creak type noise comes from the side door glass while driving over bumpy roads. This noise is usually heard when the door glass is partially open to almost full down.

Cause

Condition may be due to a lack of lube on the back side of the window regulator.

Correction





Lube back side of the window regulator with silicone paste or grease (See below) in the area shown (See Figure 1).

Parts Information

Description Part Number

General Motors P/N 12345579

3M* P/N 08946

Dominion Sure Seal* P/N 8000

Kent* P/N 50015

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information





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