Protege L4-1839cc 1.8L DOHC (1990)
Timing Cover: All Technical Service Bulletins
Timing Belt - Rubbing Noise from Front of Engine
Bulletin No. 013/92
Issued 3/24/92
Category
B
Applicable Model/s:
1990 Protege w/DOHC engine
Subject:
RUBBING NOISE FRONT OF ENGINE
DESCRIPTION
A rubbing noise may be heard from the front of the engine on some 1990 Protege models.
This could be caused by the timing belt contacting the seal plate inner cover.
A redesigned seal plate inner cover has been used in production since May 1, 1990 (see VIN below).
Vehicles built prior to May 1, 1990 having this symptom should have the seal plate inner cover inspected for signs of contact. If contact is apparent,
replace the seal plate inner cover with the redesigned one.
Inspect related parts for wear and damage. Replace as necessary.
VIN OF PRODUCTION CHANGE
JM1BG* * *L0179134
May 1, 1990
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1.
Remove the timing belt cover and inspect the seal plate inner cover for wear. Figure 1.
2.
If the seal plate inner cover shows signs of contact, replace it according to Workshop Manual procedures, Section B2 (page 45).
PARTS INFORMATION
PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
QTY
APPLICABLE MODEL
BJ01 10 540C
Seal Plate
1
1990 Protege
w/DOHC engine