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Bumper Fascia - Inadequately Reinforced

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Bulletin Number: 90-10-36
Reference Number: 031032R
Publish Date: 7/90
Subject: WARPED OR WAVY FRONT BUMPER FASCIA UNDER GRILLE (INSTALL NEW PART REINFORCEMENT)

Models

Affected: 1989 AND EARLY 90 GRAND PRIX TURBO MODELS ONLY



CONDITION:

Some 1989 and early 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix Turbo models may exhibit a warped or wavy front bumper fascia under the grille.

CAUSE:

Inadequate reinforcement of lower edge of front bumper fascia.

CORRECTION:

Install fasica reinforcement, P/N 12507538 using the following procedure.

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

1. Raise vehicle.

2. Position the fascia reinforcement on the warped or wavy edge of the fascia.

3. Lightly tap fascia reinforcement on to fascia with a rubber mallet.

4. Lower vehicle.

Labor Operation Number: T1623
Labor Time : 0.2 Hours