LW2 V6-3.0L VIN R (2000)
Technical Service Bulletin # 01-T-18
Date: 010401
A/C - Musty Odors at Engine Start Up
BULLETIN NO.: 01-T-18
ISSUE DATE: April, 2001
CATEGORY TYPE: HVAC-01
CATEGORY: General
CORPORATION NO.: 01-01-37-007
SUBJECT:
Odor from A/C at Vehicle Start-Up (Remove Debris from Evaporator Case and Apply Cooling Coil Coating to Evaporator)
MODELS AFFECTED:
2000 and 2001 Saturn L-Series vehicles
CONDITION:
A musty odor from A/C system, most noticeable at vehicle start-up.
CAUSE:
An unpleasant (musty) odor from A/C outlets at vehicle start-up can be the result of microbial growth on the evaporator core.
CORRECTION:
Remove any debris from evaporator case and apply cooling coil coating according to the procedures in this bulletin.
PARTS REQUIREMENTS:
CLAIM INFORMATION:
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System for D33 19 (Core, Evaporator -
Clean and Disinfect), or if another procedure is performed, refer to the appropriate Electronic Labor Time Guide for the correct Labor Operation Code
and Time.
Disclaimer
Service Procedure
Before starting procedure obtain the following equipment and supplies:
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A/C System Cooling Coil Coating (P/N 12346390)
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Cleaning Gun, OTC Tool SA9216NE
CAUTION:
WHEN APPLYING COOLING COIL COATING (P/N 12346390), ORDINARY SAFETY GLASSES ARE NOT SUFFICIENT.
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Safety glasses
