Neon L4-2.0L DOHC (1996)
Evaporator Drain Tube: All Technical Service Bulletins
Evaporator Drain - Water Leaks Into Interior
NO: 24-18-96
GROUP: Heating & A/C
DATE: Nov. 22, 1996
SUBJECT:
Water Leaks Into Passenger Compartment Under I/P By A/C Drain
MODELS:
1996 - 1997 (PL) Neon
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Water leaks into passenger compartment from under the right side of the instrument panel.
DIAGNOSIS:
Raise the vehicle on a hoist to allow access to the A/C condensate drain tube. The condensate drain tube should be pointing down toward the ground. If
the tube is pointing elsewhere or if there are signs of moisture up near the A/C evaporator nipple, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
1
82300234
RTV Sealant
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
This bulletin involves the positioning of the A/C condensate drain tube and sealing between the drain tube and A/C evaporator drain nipple.
1.
Remove the drain tube from the NC evaporator nipple. Figure 1
2.
Dry any moisture present and apply RTV (PIN 82300234) around the sealing diameter of the drain tube.
3.
Install the drain tube onto the evaporator nipple. Insure the drain tube is pointing down toward the ground.
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No:
24-65-03-93
0.2 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE:
XX - Service Adjustment