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Power Window - Intermittent to Completely Inoperative

File In Section: 10 - Body

Bulletin No.: 63-10-51

Date: January, 1997

Subject:
Left Rear Door Power Window Intermittently Inoperative/Completely Inoperative
(Secure Connector with Tie Strap)

Model:
1996-97 Pontiac Grand Am - (Sedan Only)

Condition

Some owners may comment that the left rear door power window is intermittently inoperative to completely inoperative.

Cause

The connector may back-out due to looseness or excessive clearance in connection when tipped downward.

Correction

Check wire connection to door motor before replacing window motor.

1. Remove door trim panel.

2. Pull back plastic water deflector.

3. Insert an 8 inch plastic electrical tie strap through small hole at bottom of regulator.

4. Wrap the tie strap behind the white connector, in between the two wires of that connector and fasten tie strap tightly.

5. Cut off any excessive tie strap.

6. Install plastic water deflector.

7. Install door trim panel.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation Labor Time

N6265 0.1 - 0.5 hr