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Lights - Interior Dome Lamp ON-Closed OFF-Open

Number 85-8-5 Date 4/85
Subject: INTERIOR DOME LIGHT OPERATION

1985 GRAND AM
CONDITION:

Interior dome light remains on when door is closed or will not operate when door is opened.

CAUSE:

Door jamb switch contacts may be corroded due to the possibility of water entering from the A-Pillar area. CORRECTION:

1) Replace jamb switch and clean or replace connectors.

Upper Hinge:




2) To prevent the possible corrosion of jamb switch, loosen upper hinge and apply a bead of high quality medium-bodied sealer around entire perimeter of upper hinge. (See illustration)

3) Tighten upper hinge bolts to 40-55 N-m (36 to 40 ft.lbs.)..