CAMPAIGN:REAR SEAT BELT MAY NOT RELEASE WEBBING
Models: 1993 S/T Two-Door Utility Vehicles
TO: ALL GENERAL MOTORS DEALERS
General Motors of Canada Limited has determined that CERTAIN 1993 S/T Two-Door Utility vehicles may have been shipped with an outboard rear seat belt assembly that will not release the webbing from the reamed position. This condition will not meet the requirements of CMVSS 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies"
In order to comply with CMVSS 209, dealers are to check to determine if the seat belt assemblies are operative, and if inoperative, replace the seat belt assemblies.
VEHICLES INVOLVED:
Involved are CERTAIN 1993 S/T Two-Door Utility vehicles built within the following VIN breakpoints:
NOTE: PLEASE CHECK DCS SCREEN 4S OR YOUR V.I.N. LISTING BEFORE PERFORMING CAMPAIGN TO ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE IS AFFECTED. ONLY AFFECTED VIN'S WILL BE PAID.
Year Model Plant From Through
1993 GMC Pontiac West P0508958 P0509387 1993 Chevrolet Pontiac West P0127716 P0128583
All affected vehicles have been identified by the VIN listing provided to involved dealers with this bulletin. Any dealer not receiving a listing was not shipped any of the affected vehicles.
DEALER CAMPAIGN RESPONSIBILITY:
All unsold new vehicles in dealers possession and subject to this campaign must be held and inspected/repaired per the Service Procedure of this Campaign Bulletin before owners take possession of these vehicles.
Dealers are to perform this campaign on all involved vehicles at no charge to owners, regardless of kilometres traveled, age of vehicle, or ownership, from this time forward.
Owners of vehicles recently sold from your new vehicle inventory with no owner information indicated on the dealer listing, are to be contacted by the dealer, and arrangements made to make the required correction according to instructions contained in this bulletin. This could be done by mailing to such owners a copy of the owner letter accompanying this bulletin. Campaign follow-up cards should not be used for this purpose, since the owner may not as yet have received the notification letter.
In summary, whenever a vehicle subject to this campaign is taken into your now or used vehicle inventory, or is in your dealership for service in the future, please take the steps necessary to be sure the campaign correction has been made before selling or releasing the vehicle.
CAMPAIGN PROCEDURE:
Refer to Section 4 of the Service Policies and Procedures Manual for the detailed procedure on handling Product Campaigns. Dealers are requested to complete the campaign on all transfers as soon as possible.
OWNER NOTIFICATION:
All owners of record at the time of campaign release are shown on the attached computer listing and have been notified by first class mail from General Motors (see copy of owner letter included with this bulletin). The listings provided are for campaign activity only and should not be used for any other purpose.
PARTS INFORMATION:
Parts required to complete this campaign should be ordered through regular channels, as follows:
DUE TO THE SMALL PERCENTAGE OF VEHICLES ESTIMATED TO REQUIRE THIS REPAIR AND DUE TO LIMITED INITIAL PARTS AVAILABILITY DEALERS ARE ENCOURAGED NOT TO ORDER CAMPAIGN PARTS FOR USE AS SHELF STOCK. ONLY ORDER PARTS WHEN NECESSARY TO REPLACE SEAT BELTS EXHIBITING THE CAMPAIGN CONDITION.
Part Number Description Colour Quantity/Vehicle
12543381 Seat Belt Kit - Left Light Gray 1 12543382 Seat Belt Kit - Right Light Gray 1 12541993 Seat Belt Kit - Left Medium Beige 1 12541994 Seat Belt Kit - Right Medium Beige 1 12543385 Seat Belt Kit - Left Dark Blue 1 12543386 Seat Belt Kit - Right Dark Blue 1 12543383 Seat Belt Kit - Left Dark Charcoal 1 12543384 Seat Belt Kit - Right Dark Charcoal 1
NOTE: Seat belt kits contain belt assembly and inboard attachment bracket Replacement of inboard attachment bracket is not required.
PARTS AND LABOUR CLAIM INFORMATION:
Credit for the campaign work performed will be paid upon receipt of a properly completed campaign claim card or DCS transmission in accordance with the following:
Repair Code Description Time Allowance
1A Inspect - No Rear Seat Belts 0.3 Require Replacement
2A Inspect - Right Rear Seat Belt 0.7 Replaced
3A Inspect - Left Rear Seat Belt Replaced 0.8
4A Inspect - Both Rear Seat Belts Replace 1.1
Time allowance includes 0.1 hour for dealer administrative detail associated with this campaign. Parts credit will be based on dealer net plus 30% to cover parts handling.
SERVICE PROCEDURE:
Inspection
NOTICE: Perform inspection on both right and left rear seat belts.
1. Attempt to extend seat belt.
2. If seat belt does not extend freely, that seat belt must be replaced following the procedure below.
If seat belt does extend freely, no further action is required
Rear Seat Belt Replacement Procedure
1. If left-hand belt replacement is required, remove inside mounted spare tire (if equipped) and jack cover.
2. Disconnect battery.
3. Remove rear centre roof trim panel and disconnect rear dome light wiring.
4. Remove grab handle(s) and coat hook(s).
5. Remove seat belt retractor cover.
6. Remove quarter trim panel retaining screws to access "D" ring retaining bolt.
7. Remove "D" ring retaining bolt.
8. Remove seat belt retractor retaining bolt.
9. Disconnect lower belt attachment at seat hinge by inserting small screwdriver into access hole in protective sleeve, forcing release button inward while pulling upward on belt.
10. Install retractor retaining bolt and torque to 41-65 N.m (30-48 lb. fL).
11. Install "D" ring retaining bolt and torque to 41-65 N.m (30-48 lb. ft.).
12. Connect lower belt attachment to sew hinge.
13. Install quarter trim panel retaining screws.
14. Install retractor cover retaining screws.
15. Install grab handle(s) and coat hook(s).
16. Connect rear dome light wiring and install rear centre roof trim panel.
17. Reconnect battery.
18. If left-hand belt was replaced, install jack cover and inside mounted spare (if equipped).
19. Install "Campaign Identification Label.'
INSTALLATION OF CAMPAIGN IDENTIFICATION LABEL
Clean surface of radiator upper mounting panel and apply a Campaign Identification Label. Make sure the correct campaign number is inserted on the label. This will indicate that the campaign has been completed.
General Motors of Canada bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a 'do-it-yourselfer." They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described. DO NOT assume that the bulletin vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your General Motors dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.
Customer Support Department General Motors of Canada Limited
July 1993
Dear General Motors Customers:
General Motors of Canada Limited has determined that CERTAIN 1993 S/T Two-Door Utility vehicles may have been shipped with an outboard rear seat belt assembly that will not release the webbing from the retracted position. This condition will not meet the requirements of CMVSS 209, 'Seat Belt Asseimblies."
In order to comply with CMVSS 209, your dealer will check to determine if the seat belt assemblies are operative, and, if inoperative, replace the seat belt assemblies.
This service will be provided for you at no charge.
Please contact your GM dealer as soon as possible to arrange a service date.
If parts are required, ask your dealer for details regarding their availability. If parts are not in stock, they can be ordered before scheduling your service date.
This letter identifies your vehicle. Presentation of this letter to your dealer will assist their Service personnel in completing the necessary correction to your vehicle in the shortest possible time.
We are sorry to cause you this inconvenience; however, we have taken this action in the interest of your continued satisfaction with our products.
Customer Support Department General Motors of Canada Limited
General Motors bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, not a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform those technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, do not assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See a General Motors dealer servicing your brand of General Motors vehicle for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.
