Cherokee 2WD L6-242 4.0L VIN M FI (1987)
Technical Service Bulletin # 282T
Date: 900901
Recall - Excessive Emissions & Exhaust Manifold Leak
No. 282T
September, 1990
To:
All California Jeep/Eagle Dealers
Subject:
California Emissions Recall # 282T -- NOx Emissions and Exhaust Manifold
Models:
1987 Model Year Jeep Comanche, Cherokee and Wagoneer Vehicles Equipped With a 4.OL Engine and California Emission Control
System
Oxides of nitrogen (NOx) levels on the listed model Jeep vehicles may exceed the allowable limits specified in the California Emissions Standards. In
addition, the exhaust manifolds on some of the vehicles may be cracked.
To correct these conditions, the oxygen sensors must be replaced. Also, the exhaust manifolds must be inspected for cracks and replaced as necessary.
Details of this service action are explained in the following sections. As an additional service aid, a videotape demonstrating the service procedure is
included in the September, 1990 VideoTec program.
Vehicle List
Each dealer to whom involved vehicles were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same location) will receive a vehicle list with this letter arranged in
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) sequence. Owners known to Chrysler are also listed. The lists are for dealer reference in arranging for service of
involved vehicles.
Each California Jeep/Eagle dealer without a Vehicle List will receive an information copy of this letter by Compak Mail for use in performing the service
on involved vehicles upon request.
Recall Completion Label Requirement
There is a California Air Resources Board requirement to affix a label to the vehicle to certify that the emissions recall was completed. A label is
included in each parts package. Refer to the Service Procedure of this letter for application instructions.
Parts
A.
Emissions Service Parts Packages, PN C3940396, are being shipped at dealer cost to all involved dealers for service of affected vehicles.
Each dealer to whom involved vehicles were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same location) will receive enough parts packages to
service 25% of those vehicles.
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The following items are included in this package (1 each):
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Oxygen sensor
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Recall Completion Label
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Instruction Sheet
B.
Exhaust Manifold Parts Packages, PN C3940397, are being shipped at dealer cost to all involved dealers for replacement of cracked
manifolds as necessary. Each dealer with involved vehicles will receive enough manifold parts packages to service 10% of those vehicles.
The following components are included in this package:
Quantity
Description
(1)
Exhaust manifold
(1)
Exhaust manifold gasket
(8)
Stud nut washers
(1)
Exhaust seal
(2)
Fuel hose connection kit
(1)
Bracket
Additional parts packages may be ordered from Parts Depots if required. Order only as needed for scheduled repairs.
Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
All involved vehicle owners known to Chrysler are being notified of the service requirement by first class mail. They are requested to schedule
appointments for the service with their dealers at the earliest possible date. A copy of the owner notification letter is attached.
