Neon L4-2.0L VIN C (1997)
Drive Belt: Customer Interest
Drive Belt - Momentary Loss of Power Steering Assist
NO: 07-04-97
GROUP: Accessory Belt
DATE: Jun. 6, 1997
SUBJECT:
Momentary Loss Of Power
Steering Assist When
Driving Through Heavy
Rain - Deep Puddles
MODELS:
1995 - 1997 (PL) Neon
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Momentary loss of power steering assist when driving through heavy rain and/or deep puddles. Loss of power steering is caused by water intrusion into
the accessory drive belt area.
DIAGNOSIS:
Inspect the belt for glazing and/or cracks, if either is found replace the belt following the repair procedure found in the 1997 Neon Service Manual
(Publication No. 81-270-7025) Page 7-21. Determine the road conditions the driver of the vehicle was encountering at the time the loss of power assist
was experienced. If the driver indicates the loss of power steering assist was during times of heavy rain or deep puddles, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
AR(1)
04612247
Belt, Accessory Drive - Power steering and A/C Compressor
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
This bulletin involves correcting the tension on the power steering accessory drive belt.
1.
Loosen the power steering pump locking bolts A and B and pivot bolt C (Illustration) to allow adjustment of belt tension.
