CL L4-2156cc 2.2L SOHC F22B1 MFI (1997)
Auxiliary Shaft Seal: Recalls
Campaign - Balance Shaft Oil Seal Replacement
00-029
October 6, 2000
Applies To:
1997 2.2CL - From VIN 19UYA1...VL000001 thru 19UYA1...VL020752
Product Update:
Front Balancer Shaft Oil Seal
BACKGROUND
The front balancer shaft oil seal may back out of the oil pump housing over time. If this happens, the oil can be rapidly pumped out of the engine without
warning, causing serious engine damage if you continue to drive.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles will be mailed a notification of this product update campaign. An example of the customer notification is at the end of
this service bulletin.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Install an oil seal retainer to keep the oil seal from backing out.
PARTS INFORMATION
Front Balancer Shaft Oil Seal Retainer kit:
P/N 06923-P0A-306
(Kit contains a retainer and an 0-ring.)
NOTE:
Early production kits also include a set of installation instructions. These instructions are incorrect and must not be used. Use only the procedure in
this service bulletin to install the kit.
REQUIRED SPECIAL TOOLS
Holder Handle, T/N 07JAB-001020A
Holder Attachment, 50 mm offset,
T/N 07MAB-PY3010A
Belt Tension Gauge, T/N 07JGG-001010A or
07TGG-001000A
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
NOTE:
This campaign ends January 1, 2003. After that date, warranty claims for installation of a retainer, or repairs required due to a failed oil seal, will not
be accepted.
