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White Spots on the Interior Garnish Moldings

Subject:White Spots on the Interior Garnish Moldings -- Heat Garnish Moldings with a Heat gun to Remove White Spots.

Models:1996 Saturns



Condition:

White spots appear on the interior garnish moldings.

Cause:

The interior garnish moldings are overstressed during removal and/or installation causing a stress or yield mark that gives a white appearance.

Correction:

Perform the following procedure to remove the stress or yield marks from the interior garnish moldings.

Procedure

Notice: Use care not to damage the interior components adjacent to the interior garnish molding. Cover the surrounding area to protect them from possible damage.

Notice: Do not overheat the area while removing the stress or yield marks, or interior garnish molding may get a shiny surface.

Using a Snap-On® heat gun, or equivalent heat gun capable of obtaining 402°C (750°F), in a slow circular motion, heat the area of the stress or yield marks on the interior garnish molding until the stress or yield mark is removed.

CLAIM INFORMATION

To receive credit for this repair, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System as follows:

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Case Type

Description

Labor Operation Code

Time

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VW

Remove White Spots on Interior Garnish Moldings

T9697

0.20 hrs