Bonneville V6-231 3.8L VIN 3 SFI (1988)
Steering Gear: All Technical Service Bulletins
P/S - Reduction of Assist, Seal Kit Repair
Bulletin Number:
89-SM-6
Reference Number:
973201 4/89
Publish Date:
SPOOL VALVE SPLIT RINGS - ALL FWD WITH
Subject:
ALUMINUM VALVE HOUSING RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING
1980 - 1989 6000, BONNEVILLE, SUNBIRD AND GRAND PRIX MODELS
This bulletin has reference to the Special Policy Adjustment Bulletin on Temporary Reduction of Power Steering Assist When Cold, Bulletin 84-SM-35
and Bulletin 88-3-24.
It appears some dealers are replacing a higher than average number of short racks to correct the above mentioned condition without first attempting the
seal kit repair.
Dealer Service Management are reminded that the split ring repair procedure is to be attempted BEFORE obtaining zone approval to replace the steering
gear.
Dealership technicians should review the split-ring instructional videotape which was sent to all dealers with the special policy bulletin and carefully
follow the instructions in the bulletin.
If a copy is not readily available at the dealership, please contact your zone office and a copy will be made available for your use.
