WINDSHIELD WIPER CHATTER AND WIPEABILITY SERVICE PROCEDURE

Subject: WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE CHATTER/WIPEABILITY CONCERNS (REPLACE BLADES/INSTALL SPACER)

Models Affected: 1982-92 SUNBIRD MODELS

THIS BULLETIN IS BEING REVISED TO ADD THE 1992 MODEL YEAR AND ALSO INCLUDES THE REVISED WIPER BLADE FOR ALL 1982-92 SUNBIRD MODELS. THIS BULLETIN CANCELS AND REPLACES BULLETIN 91-8-9 ISSUED 2/91. PLEASE DISCARD BULLETIN 91-8-9.

CONDITION:

--------- Some 1982-92 Sunbird models may experience wiper blade chatter and wipeability concerns.

IMPORTANT: Before replacing any part, clean windshield 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 cleanings may be required to remove all contaminants. Also, clean the wiper blades by using a cloth that has been saturated with full strength washer solution by wiping vigorously.

CORRECTION:

---------- A revised, all metal wiper blade with six pressure points is available which may correct most wipeability concerns. This design replaces the four pressure point design as shown in Figure 2.

Replace both blades with P/N 22110234. Use appropriate labor operation and time.

Coupes and Convertibles Only:

If conditions persist, follow the procedure below.

Install spacer package, P/N 22111290, over driver side linkage housing as. shown in Figure 1. Make sure spacer is correctly oriented.

Install new screws provided and torque evenly to 8 N.m (70 lbs. in.).

NOTE: When reassembling cowl, make sure that washer hose is reconnected (and not pinched).

If an interference condition results between the wiper arm head casting and the cowl clearance hole, use a file to enlarge hole at interference point.

This procedure should not be used for 1993 vehicles, as a revised arm has been introduced which incorporates a revised blade angle.

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

WARRANTY INFORMATION:

Labor Operation Number: T4677

Labor Time: 0.4 hour

Trouble Code: 92

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