Campaign - Hazard/TCS Switches Stick (Inventory Only)
Bulletin No.: 07319Date: January 17, 2008
SERVICE UPDATE
Subject:
07319 - Service Update for Inventory Vehicles Only - Hazard Warning and Traction Control Switches Sticking in Cold Temperatures - Expires April 30, 2008
Models:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu (New Body Style)
THIS SERVICE UPDATE INVOLVES VEHICLES IN DEALER INVENTORY ONLY AND WILL EXPIRE APRIL 30, 2008.
Purpose
This bulletin provides a service procedure to replace the hazard warning switch, traction control switch, and the lower IP trim plate on certain 2008 model year Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. When the hazard warning or traction control switches are activated in cold temperatures, they may stick in the down position and not return to the original position when pressed. With some manipulation, the switch may return to the original position.
This service procedure should be completed on involved vehicles currently in dealership inventory as soon as possible but no later than April 30, 2008, at which time this bulletin will expire.
Vehicles Involved
A list of involved vehicles currently in dealer inventory is available on the "Service Update Bulletin Information" link under the "Service" tab in DealerWorld (US) or attached to the Dealer Communication (Canada) used to release this bulletin.
Dealers are to confirm vehicle eligibility prior to beginning repairs by using the GM Vehicle Inquiry System (GMVIS). Not all vehicles within the above breakpoints may be involved.
Parts Information
Parts required to complete this service update are to be obtained from General Motors Service and Parts Operations (GMSPO). Please refer to your "involved vehicles listing" before ordering parts. Normal orders should be placed on a DRO = Daily Replenishment Order. In an emergency situation, parts should be ordered on a CSO = Customer Special Order.
Service Procedure
Remove the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement in SI.
Disconnect the hazard switch connector.
Disconnect the traction control switch connector.
Install a new hazard switch into a new instrument panel accessory trim plate and connect the hazard switch to the harness.
Install a new traction control switch into the new instrument panel accessory trim plate and connect the traction control switch to the harness.
Install the new instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement in SI. Test the function of the hazard and traction control switch.
Claim Information
For vehicles repaired under this service update, use the table.
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