Stratus L4-2.0L VIN C (1997)
Steering Wheel: Customer Interest
Steering Wheel - Shakes at Idle
NO: 18-23-97 Rev. A
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
**EFFECTIVE DATE: Jul. 31, 1997**
SUBJECT:
Steering Wheel
Shake At Idle
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 18-23-97 DATED JUN. 27, 1997 WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM
YOUR FILES. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDE LABOR OPERATION NUMBER AND
EFFECTIVE DATE. PARTS AVAILABILITY HAS BEEN DELAYED.
MODELS:
1997 (JA) Breeze/Cirrus/Stratus
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES BUILT AFTER JAN. 1, 1997 (MDH 0101XX) EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0L OR 2.4L ENGINE.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Steering wheel shake at idle with or without A/C on, may appear to be rough running engine.
DIAGNOSIS:
Using the Mopar Diagnostic System (MDS) or the Scan Tool (DRB III) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedure Manual, verify that all engine
systems are functioning as designed. If Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's) are present, record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before
proceeding further with this bulletin. If no DTC's are present and the steering wheel shake can be isolated to the steering wheel/column, perform the
Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
1
O464916OAB
Damper, Steering Wheel
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
This bulletin involves installing a steering wheel damper.
1.
Record preset radio stations, disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2.
Remove the Driver Airbag Module attaching T-3O Torx bolts from back side of the steering wheel. Lift the module and disconnect the wire by:
(a)
Lifting the secondary latch.
(b)
Disconnect the connector from back of the airbag module using the finger grips. Use care not to pull on wires. Never use a metallic tool to
pry on the connector.
3.
Disconnect the horn wire from the airbag mounting bracket.
4.
Remove nut attaching steering wheel to the steering column.