Grand Caravan V6-3.3L VIN R (2005)
PCV Valve Hose: Customer Interest
Engine Compartment - Squeak Under Light Throttle
NUMBER: 09-003-05
GROUP: Engine
DATE: June 23, 2005
THIS BULLETIN IS BEING PROVIDED IN ADVANCE. DO NOT ORDER PARTS OR PERFORM ANY ACTIONS RELATED TO THIS
BULLETIN UNTIL JULY 5, 2005.
SUBJECT:
Engine Compartment Squeak Under Light Throttle Tip-in
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing the PCV hose to prevent interference with the bottom of the wiper module.
MODELS:
2005
(RG)
Chrysler Voyager (International Markets)
2005
(RS)
Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to 2005 RS or RG vehicles equipped with a 3.3/3.8L engine (sales code EGA, EGH and EGM):
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built at St. Louis assembly between November 10, 2004 (MDH 1110XX) and May 13, 2005 (MDH 05113X)
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built at Windsor assembly between November 7, 2004 (MDH 1107XX) and May 11, 2005 (MDH 0511XX)
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built at Graz assembly between November 20, 2004 (MDH 1120XX) and May 27, 2005 (MDH 0527XX)
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
A squeak sound heard after light throttle tip-in. The squeak is not heard at idle or under heavy load.
DIAGNOSIS:
Open hood and inspect the PCV hose for signs of contact with the bottom of the wiper module. If the PCV hose is contacting the bottom of the wiper
module proceed to the repair procedure. It may be necessary to start the vehicle and apply a light throttle tip-in while looking to see if the hose is
contacting the bottom of the wiper module.
If the PCV hose is not contacting the bottom of the wiper module this bulletin does not apply and further diagnosis is required to determine the cause of
the squeaking sound.
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1.
Remove the PCV hose.
