Interior - Defroster Grille, Squeak/Rattle/Poor Fit
BULLETIN NO.: 02-T-42ISSUE DATE: June, 2002
CATEGORY TYPE: Body - 08
CATEGORY: I/P & Console
CORPORATION NO.: 02-08-49-003
SUBJECT:
Squeak, Rattle and Poor Fit from Defroster Grille
(Install Redesigned Defroster Grille)
MODELS AFFECTED:
2000 - 2002 Saturn L-Series vehicles
CONDITION:
Some customers may comment the defroster grille exhibits poor fit and/or a squeak or rattle is coming from the top of the dash panel area.
CAUSE:
This condition may be caused by insufficient retention of the attachment clips on the defroster grille-to-dash panel assembly.
CORRECTION:
To correct this condition replace the defroster grille with the redesigned grille according to the parts information section in this bulletin. Refer to service procedure in this bulletin to replace defroster grille.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Pull up on defroster grille to disengage attaching clips.
2. Remove defroster grille from dash panel assembly.
3. Install redesigned defroster grille-to-dash panel assembly according to the "Parts Requirements" section in this bulletin.
PARTS REQUIREMENTS
CLAIM INFORMATION:
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System for C2368 (Outlet, Grille Defroster, Center - Replace), or if another procedure is performed, refer to the appropriate Electronic Labor Time Guide for the correct Labor Operation Code and Time.
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