Ashtray Difficult to Open or Will Not Stay Closed (Replace Ashtray Springs)

Some customers may comment that the ashtray will not close or is difficult to open.

This condition may be due to the ashtray assembly being built with the incorrect springs.

Replace the ashtray springs following the procedure below:

1. Remove the ashtray assembly following the procedure found in SI (document #429908).
2. Using a flathead screw driver or needle nose pliers, remove the current ashtray springs.





3. Install the new springs by first attaching the spring to the ashtray lid and then hooking it into the slot of the ashtray housing. Refer to the diagram to insure the correct position of the springs, (1) for left and (2) for right.
4. Apply white grease lubricant, P/N 1052196 (in Canada, 5264008), to the coil of the new springs to reduce noise.
5. Reinstall the ashtray assembly.

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

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