Convertible Top - Concerns and Corrections

File In Section: 10 - Body
Bulletin No.: 43-10-56
Date: April, 1995

Subject:
Convertible Top Concerns (Repair Procedures)

Models:
1994 Chevrolet Camaro
1994 Pontiac Firebird

This bulletin highlights some conditions and their repairs for the "F" car convertibles.

Important:
Check for water leaks and window operation after making any adjustments.

CONDITION

1. Top binds coming up from stowed position; OR
2. Side rail link assembly hits main pivot bolt. (Can be observed in the "B" pillar area where the top assembly mounts to body.)

CORRECTION

A. Replace side rail link assemblies (R&L), P/N's 12522396 and 12522397, per Corporate Bulletin 431039.
B. Install bolt/screw kit, P/N 10278110. Kit includes new 10.0 mm (0.4") longer side rail down stops, bolts, washers and bushings. Reference 1994 Service Manual, Section 10-9-18, Figure 19.
C. Readjust "down stop". Reference Service Manual, Section 10-9-36.

CONDITION

3. Pump stalls when lowering top (top will not start folding without assist).

CORRECTION

A. Install bolt/screw kit, P/N 10278110. Reference Service Manual, Section 10-9-16, Figure 19.
B. If this does not correct condition, replace pump assembly, P/N 10277203. Reference Service Manual, Section 10-9-26.

Important:
Pump should self bleed. Cycle top several times, bleeding procedure may not be required.

CONDITION

4. Pins will not enter windshield header receiver (off location cross car or fore/aft).

CORRECTION

A. Adjust up stops. Reference Service Manual, "Upstop Adjustments", Section 10-9-36.

PARTS INFORMATION
Parts will be available from GMSPO on April 24, 1995.

WARRANTY INFORMATION
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use appropriate Labor Operations and Times.