Caravan V6-181 3.0L SOHC VIN 3 FI (1987)
Powertrain Control Module: All Technical Service Bulletins
ECM - Loss of Engine Power On Slow Speed Deceleration
Models
1987 "S" Body Vehicles With 3.0L Engine
Subject
Loss of Engine Power During Slow Speed Deceleration
Index
DRIVEABILITY
Date
August 17, 1987
No.
18-16-87 (C13-18)
P-2955
SYMPTOM/CONDITION
An intermittent loss of engine power may occur during slow speed deceleration particularly during hot, humid weather. The condition is most likely to
occur on new (green) engines and is aggravated by air conditioning and/or power steering pump load.
PARTS REQUIRED
1
Engine Controller (SMEC)
PN 5234010
1
Authorized Modification Label
PN 4275086
Parts to be ordered separately.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
This procedure involves installing a revised engine controller.
1.
Replace the existing engine controller (SMEC) with the new engine controller (SMEC), PN 5234010, using the procedure outlined in the service
manual..
FIGURE 1
2.
Type "This vehicle has been updated with Engine Controller (SMEC), PN 5234010, according to Bulletin 18-16-87" on the Authorized
Modification Label, PN 4275086, and affix near the existing VECI label (Figure 1).