Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2004)
Drive Belt: Customer Interest
Engine - Drive Belt, High RPM Squealing Noise
Bulletin No.: 05-06-01-009B
Date: February 08, 2006
TECHNICAL
Subject:
LX9 Serpentine Drive Belt Assembly Squeals at Higher RPM and May Emit an Odor (Replace Serpentine Drive Belt Assembly)
Models:
2004-2005 Chevrolet Malibu
2005 Pontiac G6
with 3.5L V6 Engine (VIN 8 - RPO LX9)
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to update the VIN number. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 05-06-01-009A (Section 06 - Engine).
Condition
Some customers may comment that the serpentine drive belt assembly on the 3.5L LX9 engine may squeal at higher rpm (3500-4000 RPM) range, or at
before shift point(s). There may also be an odor emitted from the serpentine drive belt under certain driving conditions.
Cause
There has been a material change to the engine serpentine drive belt assembly.
Correction
Replace the engine serpentine drive belt assembly with PIN 12591059.
Parts Information
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.
