Acclaim L4-153 2.5L SOHC Turbo (1989)
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION # 453 -- PRIMARY HOOD LATCH SPRING
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This service requirement applies only to 1989 model Dodge Spirit and
Plymouth Acclaim passenger cars built from Job # 1 through Month-DayHour 03-02-05
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Be sure to service all involved cars in dealer stock prior to retail delivery.
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After installing the revised hood latch spring, discard the original spring.
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION -- PRIMARY HOOD LATCH SPRING
Dear Chrysler Motors Car Owner:
The satisfaction of our customers is very important to Chrysler. Because of this, we are requesting owners of certain 1989 model Dodge Spirit and
Plymouth Acclaim passenger cars to return them to their dealers for a special, no-charge service. The service is needed to ensure that the primary hood
latch will not release if it is jarred when the car is driven over rough surfaces.
If the primary latch does release while the car is in motion, the hood will be prevented from opening by the secondary latch. However, the condition
should be corrected as soon as possible.
Your car, whose Vehicle Identification Number is shown on the enclosed form, is one of the affected vehicles requiring corrective service. We ask that
you arrange for this free service without delay.
To correct the condition, your dealer will replace a spring in the lower hood latch bracket with a revised spring. The new spring will increase the force on
the latch pawl to ensure engagement of the hood latch under all driving conditions. The work will take less than one hour to complete. However,
additional time may be required depending on how service appointments are scheduled and processed. To arrange for this service:
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Contact your dealer as soon as possible to schedule an appointment. We ask that you contact the dealer who sold you the car. However, if
necessary, the service can be performed by any Dodge or Chrysler-Plymouth dealer.
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Take the enclosed Owner Recall Notification Form with you at the time of your appointment and give it to your dealer. The form identifies
the vehicle and recall for which service is required.
If you have any problem obtaining the needed repair, please contact the Chrysler Zone Service Office in your area. It is listed under "Service Assistance
in your Operator's Manual.) A Zone service representative will arrange for prompt repair of your car.
We regret any inconvenience that this action may cause you. However, we believe that this special service will help to ensure your continuing
satisfaction with your car.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
