Laser L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC (1990)
Sunroof / Moonroof Hinge: All Technical Service Bulletins
Recall - Sunroof Hinge
No. 477
May, 1990
To: All Chrysler-Plymouth and Jeep/Eagle Dealers
Subject:
Safety Recall # 477 -- Sunroof Hinge
Models:
1990 Model Year Plymouth Laser and Eagle Talon Equipped With Optional Sunroof -- Build Dates From June, 1989 Through December, 1989
On listed model cars the sunroof glass panel, if operated in an unusual manner, may detach from the roof of the vehicle. Applying an upward and
rearward load beyond the open latch position can cause this to occur. To prevent this possibility, revised front hinges must be installed.
Important:
Some of the involved cars may still be in dealer stock. Be sure to complete the service on these cars before retail delivery.
Details of this service action are explained in the following sections.
Vehicle List
Each dealer to whom involved cars 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 cars.
Each Chrysler Corporation dealer without a Vehicle List will receive an information copy of this letter by Compak Mail for use in performing the service
on involved cars upon request.
Parts
Parts packages, PN C3940392, are being shipped free of charge to all involved dealers for service of affected cars. Each dealer to whom involved cars
were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same location) will receive enough parts packages to service 100% of those cars.
Each recall parts package contains the following components:
Quantity
Description
(2)
Sunroof hinge
(1)
Template
Also included in each package is an Instruction Sheet for convenient reference by the servicing technician.
Additional parts may be ordered without charge from Parts Depots if required. Order only as needed for scheduled repairs.
Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
All involved car 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 included.
Enclosed with each owner notification is an Owner Recall Notification Form # 83-295-0019. The involved vehicle and recall are identified on the form
for owner or dealer reference as needed.
Service Procedure
