Colt FWD L4-1597cc 16L (1982) | Cylinder Head Gasket Improvement
Cylinder Head Gasket: Technical Service Bulletins
Engine - Cylinder Head Gasket Improvement
Models
All MMC Vehicles Equipped With "K" (1600 cc) Engine Without Silent Shaft
Subject
New Head Gasket
Index
ENGINE
Date
June 13, 1983
No..
09-09-83
P-1946-C
This bulletin replaces #09-07-82 which should be removed from your files. The original bulletin was in error regarding gasket interchangeability.
The head gasket for the 1600 cc "K" engine has been changed to accommodate larger water passages in the 1982 engines.
The head gaskets are not interchangeable. The part numbers and changes in the gaskets are as shown:
Old
New
MD009451
MD012886
Up to March 1, 1982
After March 1, 1982