Tonneau Cover - Paint Is Wearing Through
File In Section: 08 - Body and AccessoriesBulletin No.: 02-08-111-001
Date: February, 2002
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Paint Wear Through at Fifth Bow
(Replace Seal)
Models:
1998-2001 Chevrolet Corvette
Condition
Some customers may comment that the paint around the tonneau cover at the 5th bow is wearing through.
Correction
Replace the 5th bow seal using the following procedure:
1. Position the folding top with bows 1 & 5 in the up position.
2. Open the stowage lid and position the seats forward.
3. Close the top (with the stowage lid open).
4. Remove the right and left hand weatherstrip retaining nuts.
5. Position the folding top with bows 1 & 5 in the up position.
6. Remove the weatherstrip from the vehicle.
7. Install weatherstrip to # 5 bow.
8. Install the right and left hand weatherstrip retaining nuts.
9. Position the folding top with bows 1 & 5 in the up position and reposition the seats.
10. Close the stowage lid and folding top.
Parts Information
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use table shown.
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