Passport EX 2WD V6-3.2L DOHC (6VD1) (1998)
Technical Service Bulletin # 98-020
Date: 980309
Campaign - Alternator Replacement
98-020
March 9, 1998
Applies To: 1998 Passport - Thru VIN 4S6C.58W.W4411965
Product Update Campaign: Passport Charging System
BACKGROUND
The battery may become discharged after approximately 1-1/2 hours of idling or driving at very low speeds with the majority of electrical items in use
(fog lights, rear window defogger, headlights, air conditioning, etc.).
Under those severe conditions, the alternator is not able to put out enough current at low engine speeds to keep up with the electrical load.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles will be mailed a notification of this product update. An example of the customer letter is at the end of this bulletin.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the alternator with a higher capacity unit, and add a timer circuit to the rear window defogger.
PARTS INFORMATION
Alternator:
P/N 8-97130-776-0, H/C 5803028
Timer Kit:
P/N 2-90000-820-0, H/C 5813753
REQUIRED MATERIALS INFORMATION
Lithium Dielectric Grease:
P/N 08798-9001, H/C 3720976
EPT Sealer 3T
P/N 06990-SA5-000, H/C 2086643
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Operation number:
118106
Flat rate time:
1.0 hour
Failed part:
P/N 8-97130-752-0
H/C 5510441
Defect code:
98B
Contention code:
K34
Template ID:
98-020A
Skill level:
Repair Technician
Repair Procedure
1.
Write down the customer's radio station presets.
2.
Disconnect the cable from the battery negative terminal.