Front Bumper Fascia/Grille - Insufficient Gap
File In Section: 08 - Body and AccessoriesBulletin No.: 01-08-62-001
Date: February, 2001
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Insufficient Front Fascia and Grille Gap/Clearance When Closing Hood (Remove Foam Spacer)
Models:
2000-2001 Cadillac DeVille
Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint 1U213781
Condition
Some customers may comment that the gap/clearance between the front fascia and the radiator grille may not be sufficient to prevent damage to these components when closing the hood.
Important:
This condition may be noticed during New Vehicle Inspection.
Cause
The reduced gap/clearance may be due to the white foam insulator strip.
Vehicles built before the above listed breakpoint have a self-sticking white foam insulator strip attached to the underside of the front bumper fascia just forward of the four upper push-in retainers.
Correction
Remove the white foam insulator strip from the front fascia.
Important:
For customer satisfaction, prior to the delivery of a vehicle to a customer, check for the above condition and complete the following procedure:
Removal Procedure
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the four upper push-in retainers (1) that secure the front bumper fascia (2) to the front bumper impact bar.
3. Carefully lift up the fascia and remove the self-sticking white foam insulator strip (3).
4. Install the four upper push-in retainers (1) that secure the front bumper fascia (2) to the front bumper impact bar.
5. Close the hood.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use table shown.
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