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Body - Windshield Production Facility Change

ENGINEERING INFORMATION

Bulletin No.: 08-08-48-004B

Date: September 26, 2008

Subject:
EI08175 - Front Windshield Glass Stress Crack (Change in Automated Production Facility)

Models:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox
2008 Pontiac Torrent

Supercede:

This bulletin is being revised to end the need for engineering information and provide feedback results. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 08-08-48-004A (Section 08 - Body and Accessories).

Windshield production has been transferred to a more automated production facility. GM believes this change allows for better handling of the windshield, reducing/preventing edge chips, which is the source of the stress riser resulting in the cracks. GM Engineering has seen a significant reduction in warranty since this change was implemented implemented.





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