WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE CHATTER (REVISED BLADE & INSERT)

SUBJECT: WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE CHATTER (REVISED BLADE AND INSERT)

VEHICLES AFFECTED: 1988-91 CHEVROLET CAVALIER, PONTIAC SUNBIRD

This bulletin is being revised to correct the Chevrolet and Pontiac VIN breakpoints.

IMPORTANT: Before replacing any part, clean windshield and both blades with GM windshield cleaner, P/N 1050011 or equivalent. The glass is clean when rinse water does not "bead-up" across entire glass surface. Multiple cleaning may be required to remove all contaminants. Also, clean the wiper blades with a cloth that has been saturated with full strength washer solution and wipe vigorously. Rinse the blades with clean water after cleaning.

Condition:

--------- Some 1988-1991 "J" cars built prior to the VIN Breakpoints listed below may exhibit windshield wiper chatter or reduced wipeability at road speeds. A revised graphite impregnated wiper blade insert was used in production to improve wiper performance.

VIN BREAKPOINTS

Chevrolet MJ180300

M7153762

Pontiac M7566731

Correction:

---------- Install revised insert. Carefully inspect blade assembly for bent or damaged conditions. Install revised wiper blade assembly if any damage is found.

P/N 22121047 - Insert Wiper Blade

P/N 5049926 - Blade, Assembly With Insert

For vehicles repaired under warranty use: 0.3 hours

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