Passport LX 2WD V6-3.2L DOHC (6VD1) (1998)
Grille: Customer Interest
Body - Air Deflector Rubs On Grille
98-033
Applies To :
1998 Passport
Accessory Air Deflector Update
Problem
The accessory air deflector rubs the top of the grille, and/or the air deflector end mounting tabs are loose.
Corrective Action
Apply a clear anti-abrasion tape to the top of the grille, and replace the end mounting tab screws and well nuts on the air deflector using the well nut kit
listed under PARTS INFORMATION.
NOTE:
Inspect vehicles equipped with accessory air deflectors whenever they return for service. If there is no clear anti-abrasion tape applied to the top of
the grille, do the CORRECTIVE ACTION.
PARTS INFORMATION
Well Nut Kit:
P/N 2-90137-811-0, H/C 5899711
(Kit contains two screws and two well nuts)
Anti-Abrasion Tape:
P/N 2-90137-812-0, H/C 5899729
(Package includes one strip of anti-abrasion tape and one alcohol wipe packet. Discard the alcohol wipe packet; it is not to be used in this repair.)
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
IN WARRANTY: The normal warranty applies.
Operation number:
019255
Flat rate time:
0.2 hour
Failed part:
P/N 08P47-ED1100
H/C 5644414
Defect code:
078
Contention code:
A01
Template ID:
98-033A
Skill level:
Repair Technician
OUT OF WARRANTY: Any repair preformed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the district service Manager or
your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Open the hood, and determine the area where the air deflector contacts the grille.
2.
Use a small amount of 3M General Purpose Adhesive cleaner (3M P/N 051135-08984 ) on a clean shop towel to clean the affected area on the