For 1990-2009 cars only
Water Runs Out of Front Lower Corners of Rear Hatch When Opened (Install Sealer)
| Subject: | Water Runs Out of Front Lower Corners of Rear Hatch When Opened (Install Sealer) |
| Models: | 1998-2001 Chevrolet Camaro |
| 1998-2001 Pontiac Firebird |
Condition
Figure 1
Some customers may comment that when the rear hatch is opened, water runs out of one or both front lower corners. See Figure 1.
Cause
Sealing operations may have been missed at two locations during assembly.
| • | The sealer may be missing at both of the lower front corners. |
| • | The sealer may be missing downward from the hinges. |
Correction
Figure 2
- Open the rear hatch to make sure there is no trapped water.
- Determine which areas need to be sealed. See Figures 1 & 2.
- Clean the surface to be sealed using one of the following, or an equivalent:
- Seal the flange(s) using one of the following, or an equivalent:
Important: Wear safety glasses and use compressed air to dry the area.
| • | 3M® General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner, P/N 08984 |
| • | Dominion Sure Seal, Sure Solve Stock BSS |
| • | Kent Acrosol™ |
| • | 3M® Ultrapro™ Autobody Sealant |
| • | Kent High Tech Seam Sealer Clear 10200 |
| • | Dominion Sure Seal Heavy Duty Drip Check LSC Item #9019 |
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time |
|---|---|---|
C0650 | Glass, Back Window Reseal, Includes Hatch Removal (Seal from hinges downward) | 0.6 hr |
C0650 | Glass, Back Window Reseal (Seal front lower corners) | 0.2 hr |
