Laser FWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC (1992)
Technical Service Bulletin # 554
Date: 930801
Description
No. 554
August, 1993
To: All Chrysler-Plymouth and Jeep(R) & Eagle Dealers
Subject:
Customer Satisfaction Notification # 554 -- Camshaft Timing Belt
Models:
1992 Model Year Plymouth Laser and Eagle Talon (BD-Body) Vehicles Equipped With 2.0L DOHC (Turbo & Non-Turbo) Engine -- Vehicles Built
From September, 1991 Through October 1991
The camshaft timing belt teeth may strip which will result in piston and valve train damage. To correct this condition, the camshaft timing belt must be
replaced.
Important:
Some of the involved vehicles may still be in dealer stock. Be sure to complete the service on these vehicles before retail delivery.
Details of this service action are explained in the following sections.
Service Procedure Videotape
As an additional service aid, a videotape demonstrating the service procedure will be included in the August, 1993 Master Tech program.
Dealer Notification & Vehicle List
Involved dealers: Each dealer to whom involved vehicles were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same street address) will receive a copy of this
dealer notification letter and a list of the involved vehicles by first class mail.
The Vehicle List is arranged in Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) sequence. Owners known to Chrysler are also listed. The lists are for dealer
reference in arranging for service of involved vehicles.
All other dealers: Each Chrysler-Plymouth and Jeep & Eagle dealer who does not receive a Vehicle List will receive a copy of this dealer notification
letter by first class mail.
DIAL System Function 70
All involved vehicles will be entered to DIAL System Function 70 at the time of notification implementation for dealer inquiry by VIN as needed.
Parts
Important:
A quantity of parts will be distributed initially and billed to all involved dealers. This quantity will cover a portion of the total vehicles involved.
Additional parts may be ordered as needed to support customer demand.
Each involved dealer, to whom vehicles in the notification were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same street address), will receive enough camshaft
timing belts, PN MD182291, to service 25 % of those vehicles.
Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
All involved vehicle owners known to Chrysler are being notified of the service requirement by first class mail. They are requested to schedule
appointments for the service with their dealers at the earliest possible date. A copy of the owner notification letter is included.
Enclosed with each owner notification is an Owner Notification Form. The involved vehicle and subject description are identified on the form for owner
or dealer reference as needed.
A. Camshaft Timing Belt Removal
A.
Camshaft Timing Belt Removal:
A1. Remove lower left engine compartment splash shield.
