Spotting on Rubber Portion of Ext. Mldgs/Weatherstrips (Exterior Finish Repair)

Some customers may comment that the rubber portion of the side door exterior moldings and weatherstrips at the beltline have what appears to be waterspots that cannot be removed. This condition is also sometimes referred to as "leopard spots".

The finish coating adheres to the rubber but the appearance somehow degrades with time due to an interaction between the rubber and the coating.

Finish Repair Procedure

When using the products in this procedure, it is important to follow the precautions listed.

1. To the RH side of the vehicle, apply *Westley's® Bleche-wite® to a clean cloth and coat the entire rubber surface to be cleaned.
2. To the LH side of the vehicle, apply Westley's® Bleche-wite® to a clean cloth and coat the entire rubber surface to be cleaned.
3. To the RH side of the vehicle, rinse the coated surface and adjacent areas thoroughly with clean water.
4. To the LH side of the vehicle, rinse the coated surface and adjacent areas thoroughly with clean water.
5. Dry the rubber surfaces of both sides of the vehicle with a clean cloth.
6. To the RH side of the vehicle, apply *Auto Excellence 5006 Ultimate® to a clean cloth and coat the cleaned rubber surfaces. Take care not to rub the product on painted surfaces, glass or metal trim.
7. To the LH side of the vehicle, apply Auto Excellence 5006 Ultimate® to a clean cloth and coat the cleaned rubber surfaces. Take care not to rub the product on painted surfaces, glass or metal trim.

Additional Information

For more information regarding Westley's® Bleche-wite®, call 1-800-416-1600. For more information regarding Auto Excellence 5006 Ultimate®, call 1-800-711-7021.

*We believe these sources and their products to be reliable. There may be additional manufacturers of such products. General Motors does not endorse, indicate any preference for or assume any responsibility for the products from these firms or for any such items which may be available from other sources.

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