Fiberglass Or Plastic Odor From Inside Of Vehicle - keywords fiber fiberglass glass gmx215 gmx245 interior material odor plastic smell
| Subject: | Fiberglass or Plastic Odor From Inside Of Vehicle |
| Models: | 2004-2007 Cadillac XLR and V-Series |
| 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette |
The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.
Condition/Concern:
Some customers may comment on what is described as a fiberglass, plastic or resin odor from inside the vehicle. This is typically noticed on new vehicles with low miles. As most know, these vehicles are built from an arrangement of fiberglass and plastics. With that said, a fiberglass, plastic or resin odor may be noticed inside the vehicle. This odor over time will diminish.
Recommendation/Instructions:
This is a normal odor for the Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac XLR. Do not attempt to eliminate this odor as it will fade away over time. Further, service bulletin 00-00-89-027D "Eliminating Unwanted Odors in Vehicles" will not address this odor.
Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.
