Stratus L4-2.0L VIN C (1997)
Technical Service Bulletin # 21-14-97
Date: 971212
A/T - Fluid is Burned/Internal Damage
NO: 21-14-97
GROUP: Transmission
EFFECTIVE DATE: Dec. 12, 1997
SUBJECT:
Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Cooler
MODELS:
1995 - 1997 (JA) Breeze/Cirrus/Stratus
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0/2.4L ENGINE WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Transmission fluid has a burnt smell, internal transmission components show signs of high temperature operation.
Some JA-vehicles may be subject to operating conditions that result in extended high transmission fluid temperatures, such as heavy vehicle loading,
trailer towing, extended stop and go driving during high ambient temperatures, etc. Vehicles that are used for trailer towing must be equipped with a
transmission fluid cooler.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the transmission is being repaired or replaced and the internal components show signs of high temperature operation (transmission fluid burnt smell,
hardened seals, etc.), perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No:
21-25-20-99 1.9 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE:
XX - Service Adjustment
Repair Procedure
This bulletin involves installing a transmission fluid auxiliary cooler and air seals between the radiator and radiator closure panel.
1.
Release hood latch and open hood.