Power Steering Pump - Moaning Noise

NO: 19-06-96

GROUP: Steering

DATE: Dec. 6, 1996

SUBJECT:

Power Steering Pump Noise

MODELS:

1995 - 1997 (JA) Breeze/Cirrus/Stratus

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

Moaning noise from power steering pump. Noise will increase with steering input and temperature.

DIAGNOSIS:

Check power steering fluid level, adjust as required. Listen for power steering pump moaning noise. If noise increases with steering input and temperature perform Repair Procedure.

PARTS REQUIRED:

AR(1) 04764347AA Hose, Power Steering Pressure, 2.0L/2.4L Engine
AR(1) 04764349AA Hose, Power Steering Pressure, 2.5L Engine

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

This bulletin involves replacing the power steering pressure hose with a revised part.

1. Install the revised power steering pressure hose as described on page 19-14 of the 1997 Breeze/Cirrus/Stratus Service Manual (Publication No. 81-270-7121).

POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

TIME ALLOWANCE:

Labor Operation No: 19-50-10-93 2.8 Hrs.

FAILURE CODE: P8 - New Part