Door Trim Lace - Poor Retention
File In Section: 10 - BodyBulletin No.: 53-16-21
Date: December, 1995
Subject:
Reduced Retention of the Door Trim Lace to the Pinchweld Flange (Replace Clips)
Models:
1995-96 Buick Riviera
1995-96 Oldsmobile Aurora
Condition
Some of the above listed vehicles may exhibit reduced retention of the door trim lace to the pinchweld flange.
Cause
Trim lace channel is not tight enough to maintain a secure fit. Trim lace will tend to fall over time.
Correction
Replace clips as follows:
1. Place clips, P/N 12371796, inside lace carrier section and reinstall the lace.
2. Clips will only fit on the two metal thickness areas.
3. Buick Riviera requires 3 clips, Oldsmobile Aurora requires 2 clips (per lace).
4. Clip locations:
Buick - 180 mm (7 inches), 390 mm (15.35 inches), 600 mm (23.62 inches) from rear of lace.
Oldsmobile (Front Door) - 100 mm (3.9 inches), 310 mm (12.1 inches) from rear of lace.
Oldsmobile (Rear Door) - 390 mm (15.35 inches), 600 mm (23.62 inches) from rear of lace.
Parts Information
Parts are expected to be available on December 11, 1995.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty.