Passport LX 2WD V6-3.2L SOHC (6VD1) (1997)
Radiator: All Technical Service Bulletins
Engine - Coolant Leak From the Radiator
97-010
August 25, 1997
Applies To:
1996 - 97 Passport -
LX and EX thru VIN 4S6C V4404171 [NEW]
Coolant Leak From the Radiator
(Supersedes 97-010, dated April 21, 1997)
SYMPTOM
The radiator smells like coolant, or one of its tank-to-core seams has dried coolant on it.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Thickness variations in the upper or lower radiator tank gaskets cause a slow coolant leak from the radiator.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the radiator.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Replace Radiator (vehicles with M/T)
Operation number:
114128
Flat rate time:
1.0 hour
Failed part:
P/N 8-52475-960-0
H/C 4952172
Defect code:
060
Contention code:
B06
Template ID:
97-010A
Replace Radiator (vehicles with A/T)
Operation number:
114129
Flat rate time:
1.2 hours
Failed part:
P/N 8-52475-959-0
H/C 4952164
Defect code:
060
Contention code:
B06
Template ID:
97-010B
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You
must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
PARTS INFORMATION
Radiator Assembly (vehicles with M/T):
P/N 8-52475-960-0, H/C 4952172
Radiator Assembly (vehicles with A/T):
P/N 8-52475-959-0, H/C 4952164
ATF Fill Plug Gasket:
P/N 8-14090-908-0, H/C 5164934
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Antifreeze/Coolant, 1 gallon:
P/N CU08730, H/C 1066588
Dexron III ATF, 1 quart:
Commercially available, for vehicles with A/T