Wheels - Emblem In Wheel Cover Fades or Becomes Detached

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Model Applicable To

'86-90 See VEHICLES
AFFECTED
File Under Bulletin No.
89-031

SUSPENSION Issue Date MAR 16, 1990
Wheel Cover Emblem Replacement (Supersedes 89-031, dated October 6, 1989)
SYMPTOM

The "H" emblem in the center of the plastic wheel cover fades or becomes detached.


PROBABLE CAUSE

Chemicals used in some wheel/tire cleaners can damage the emblem.


VEHICLES AFFECTED

All 1986-89 cars with recessed emblem All 1990 Accords All 1990 Preludes



CORRECTIVE ACTION

Inspect the "H" emblem on all fourwheels. Replace only the emblems that are damaged.

1. Using a sharp blade, lift the tip of the "H" emblem out of the recess in the wheel cover. Be careful not to scratch the painted surface of the wheel cover. Peel the old emblem off with your fingers.

NOTE: If the adhesive remains stuck to the wheel cover, roll the adhesive off with your finger tip.

CAUTION: Don't use solvent to remove the adhesive. Some solvents can damage the painted surface of the cover.
2. Remove the protective backing from the new "H" emblem listed under "PARTS INFORMATION". Attach the new "H" emblem to the wheel cover. Rub the new emblem with a clean cloth to assure it sticks evenly.



PARTS INFORMATION
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Out-of-warranty: Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager. You must request consideration, and get the DSM's decision, before starting work.

Operation Number: 428150


Flat rate time: 0.3 hour (for replacement of one or all four emblems)

Failed part: P/N 44736-SE0-960 H/C 2667673

Defect code: 025

Contention code: A99