Outside Mirror - Paint Fades/Turns Chalky

BULLETIN NUMBER:
SB01-11-S001

ISSUE DATE:
JANUARY 2001

GROUP:
BODY

OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR HOUSING TURNS CHALKY/DULL
(Color/Clear Coat Mirror)

AFFECTED VEHICLES

1998 - 2000 Hombre pickup

SERVICE INFORMATION

Condition:
Some customers may comment that the black plastic housing around the outside rear view mirror turns chalky or is dull in color.

Correction:
Refinish both mirrors.

CAUTION:
Sanding dust, solvents and paint are potential health hazards. Make sure to wear an approved mask or fresh air supplied respirator that is appropriate to the task being performed.

SERVICE PROCEDURE





Refinish both mirrors using Black WA 8555 (GM color) with a gloss of 30%. Refer to your paint manufacturer for specific process and application process for plastics. Listed in Chart A are corresponding aftermarket paint vendor codes.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION





Use the new labor operation as shown.

Labor Time includes administrative time allowance.

WARRANTY CLAIM SUBMISSION INFORMATION





For your convenience please use the information when submitting your warranty claim as shown.