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Interior - Apparent Instrument Panel Gaps

Bulletin No.: 04-08-110-007

Date: August 31, 2004

TECHNICAL

Subject:
Instrument Panel Gap Appearance (Remove Tape)

Models:
2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala

Condition





Some customers may comment that the anti-friction tape has come loose from the instrument panel trim face and looks like the dash has a larger gap than normal. Refer to the illustration above for location.

Cause

The anti-friction tape may have come loose from the trim plate.

Correction





Remove the instrument panel trim plate. DO NOT remove or cut the tape while the trim is attached to the dash. Loosen the tape from the top and cut the top edge of the tape off; do not remove the tape on the back of the trim. Refer to the illustration above.

Warranty Information





For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.





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