Locks - Power Door Lock Binds
Number: 92-290-10Section: 10
Date: SEPT. 1992
Corporate Bulletin No.: 231044
ASE No.: B1
Subject:
POWER DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY BINDS, OPERATES WITH BUZZ OR ERRATICALLY
Model and Year:
1991-92 CAVALIER
Condition:
Some owners of 1991 and 1992 "J" models may experience one or more of the following conditions when operating the power door locks:
1. Difficulty manually locking or unlocking the left front or right front door using the key after operating the door locks electrically.
2. A buzzing noise or intermittent functioning of door lock actuators when activated electrically.
Cause:
1. An internal clutch mechanism within the actuator assembly prevents normal operation after power to the actuator has stopped. This action requires a higher degree of effort to reset the clutch mechanism when manually operating the door lock.
2. Water intrusion into door lock actuator.
Correction:
Replace the affected door lock actuator for all models with: Door Lock Actuator Kit P/N 22138670. The correct procedure for replacing the door lock actuator can be found in the 1991 and 1992 "J" Car Service Manuals.
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Labor Operation Numbers (See Illustration).