Interior Trim - Headliner Has Fishy Odor

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Bulletin No.: T-92-11
File in Group: 10
Number: 224
Corp. Ref. No.: 101005
Date: Oct. 1991


SUBJECT: "FISH" ODOR FROM HEADLINER

MODELS AFFECTED: 1990-1991 DE VILLES AND FLEETWOODS


Some 1990-1991 DeVilles and Fleetwoods may exhibit a condition of a "fish" type odor in the headliner. The odor is due to a processing problem with the fiberglass filler of the headliner. To repair this condition use the following procedure:

1. Replace headliner. Refer to Section 10-9 of the appropriate DeVille/Fleetwood Service Information Manual and Section 14.640 of Parts Catalog.

2. Once the headliner has been replaced, vacuum the interior to assure all the fiberglass particles left from the original headliner are removed.

3. Shampoo the carpet, seats, and door panel fabric areas to eliminate any lingering odor with GM Multi Purpose cleaner. This cleaner is available in various quantities as follows:

P/N Size Container

12345367 4 oz.
1052925 16 oz.
1050429 6lbs.

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

NOTE: Includes headliner replacement and interior cleaning time.


WARRANTY INFORMATION VEHICLE SERIES
Operation
Operation Description Number C D E J K V

1990-1991 DeVilles and Fleetwoods T5233
2-door 2.5
4-door 2.1

ADD:
If vehicle is delivered to and

from repair location .3

For sunroof .3