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Rattle In Upper Fender and/or A-Pillar Area (Replace or Reposition Anti-Rattle Patch)

Subject:Rattle In Upper Fender and/or A-Pillar Area (Replace or Reposition Anti-Rattle Patch)

Models:2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
2007 Pontiac G5



Condition

Some customers may comment on a rattle in the left or right upper fender or A-pillar area.

Cause

This condition may be caused by a mispositioned or missing anti-rattle patch. This allows the fender to make contact in the A-pillar, causing a rattle.

Correction

Remove the left or right fender and install or reposition the anti-rattle patch.

  1. Remove the fender. Refer to Front Fender Replacement in SI.
  2. After removing the fender, clean the upper inside corner of the fender of any dirt or oils.

  3. Object Number: 1968633  Size: SH
  4. Measure from the edge of the fender 16 mm (0.630 in) (2) and 7 mm (0.275 in) (1) from the top edge. Remove the backing from the anti-rattle patch and place it on the fender. Apply some pressure to the patch for proper adhesion. If repositioning the patch, clean the old adhesive from the patch and apply GM Instant Gel Adhesive.
  5. Install the fender. Refer to Front Fender Replacement in SI.

Parts Information

Part Number

Description

12345632 (US)

10953475 (Canada)

GM Instant Gel Adhesive

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

B9822*

Install or Reposition Anti-Rattle Patch

0.8 hr

Add

To Repair Other Side

0.7 hr

*This is a unique labor operation for bulletin use only. It will not be published in the Labor Time Guide.

Important: When ordering the anti-rattle patch from the WPC, include the number of patches needed (one or two).

IMPORTANT NOTE WHEN PRINTING THIS FORM: If the form prints out on two pages, make certain you fax BOTH pages so that the WPC receives all the needed information. Missing information will delay or prevent the part from being shipped.

Parts Request Form - Warranty Parts Center

To: Warranty Parts Center

 

e-mail: warrantypartscenterUSA@gm.com

 

or WPC Fax: 248-371-0192

 

Attn: Jeannette Dunn

 

Part Being Requested: WPC 395 Anti-Rattle Patch

 

Please indicate quantity needed (1 or 2):

 

Dealer BAC (U.S.) / Dealer Code (Canada):

 

Dealer Name:

 

Dealer Address:

 

 

Dealer Contact Person:

 

Dealer Phone Number:

 

Repair Order Number:

 

Vehicle VIN:

 

Important: If you do not receive the part within 2 business days after e-mailing or faxing your part request to the Warranty Parts Center, please call Customer Assistance at 248-371-9901/9902.

IMPORTANT NOTE WHEN PRINTING THIS FORM: If the form prints out on two pages, make certain you fax BOTH pages so that the WPC receives all the needed information. Missing information will delay or prevent the part from being shipped.