INSIDE DOOR HANDLE TO DOOR TRIM CONTACT (RELOCATE HANDLE)

INSIDE DOOR HANDLE TO DOOR TRIM CONTACT

Models Affected: 1988 GRAND PRIX --------------- Customer comments of marks or scuffing on door trim panels rearward of inside door handles on 1988 Grand Prix vehicles may be due to the inside handle contacting the door trim panel when opening the door.

This condition may be repaired by using the following procedure:

1. Remove door trim panel.

2. Using a 3/16" drill bit, drill out the inside handle UPPER attaching rivet.

3. Carefully pry the handle assembly away from the lock module backing plate, enough to install a 1/4" standard nut (5 mm thick) to be used as a shim between the handle and module back plate and position the nut in place.

4. Reattach the handle to module back plate using a 3/16" X 3/8 grip range pop (R) rivet, GM P/N 2477054, Emhardt #SD66BSLF, (or equivalent). Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

5. Reinstall door trim as required.

Notice: It may, or may not, be necessary to replace the door trim panel depending on the degree of contact marks.

Warranty Information

Labor Operation: B4300-01 Labor Time : .6 Hour (Includes trim replace, if necessary)

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