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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC1993FLEETWOOD BROUGHAM V8-350 5.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSLABOR/PARTS UPDATESFRAME - SAGGING/DRIPPING CORROSION PROTECTION COATING
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham V8-350 5.7L
Frame - Sagging/Dripping Corrosion Protection Coating
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham V8-350 5.7LSECTION Frame - Sagging/Dripping Corrosion Protection Coating
Group Ref.: Body
Corporate Ref. No.: 331051
Date: September, 1993
SUBJECT:
SAGGING/DRIPPING FRAME COATING (REMOVE AND RECOAT)
MODELS:
1992-93 BUICK ROADMASTERS
1992-93 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD BROUGHAM
1992-93 CHEVROLET CAPRICE
1992 OLDSMOBILE CUSTOM CRUISER WAGON
CONDITION:
Some owners may comment on sagging and in severe instances, dripping of the wax coating applied to the frame assembly for corrosion protection. This condition is most apt to appear in high temperature areas, such as near the catalytic converter or exhaust crossover pipe assembly.
CAUSE:
Material composition of coating unable to withstand elevated temperatures noted in certain areas of the vehicle's underbody.
CORRECTION:
Clean affected area with GM Tar and Road Oil Remover, P/N 1050172 (U.S.), P/N 992856 (Canada) or equivalent, insuring all dirt and wax coating is removed. Apply GM Anti-Corrosion Compound, P/N 12345489 (U.S.), P/N 10952414 (Canada) or equivalent, insuring affected area has been completely recoated.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire and/or personal injury, read cautionary information on the containers of the products indicated above.
PART AVAILABILITY:
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
Labor Operation: E1860
Labor Time: Use Applicable Labor Time
Corporate Ref. No.: 331051
Date: September, 1993
SUBJECT:
SAGGING/DRIPPING FRAME COATING (REMOVE AND RECOAT)
MODELS:
1992-93 BUICK ROADMASTERS
1992-93 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD BROUGHAM
1992-93 CHEVROLET CAPRICE
1992 OLDSMOBILE CUSTOM CRUISER WAGON
CONDITION:
Some owners may comment on sagging and in severe instances, dripping of the wax coating applied to the frame assembly for corrosion protection. This condition is most apt to appear in high temperature areas, such as near the catalytic converter or exhaust crossover pipe assembly.
CAUSE:
Material composition of coating unable to withstand elevated temperatures noted in certain areas of the vehicle's underbody.
CORRECTION:
Clean affected area with GM Tar and Road Oil Remover, P/N 1050172 (U.S.), P/N 992856 (Canada) or equivalent, insuring all dirt and wax coating is removed. Apply GM Anti-Corrosion Compound, P/N 12345489 (U.S.), P/N 10952414 (Canada) or equivalent, insuring affected area has been completely recoated.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire and/or personal injury, read cautionary information on the containers of the products indicated above.
PART AVAILABILITY:
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
Labor Operation: E1860
Labor Time: Use Applicable Labor Time
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.