Recall - Oxygen Sensor
No. 601March, 1994
To: All Chrysler-Plymouth and Jeep(R) & Eagle Dealers
Subject:
Emissions Recall # 601 -- Oxygen Sensor
Models:
1990 Model Year Plymouth Laser and Eagle Talon (BD-Body) Vehicles Equipped With a 2.0L Turbocharged Engine and Federal Emission Control System
Carbon Monoxide (CO) levels for the listed model vehicles may exceed the limits allowed by Federal Emissions Standards. To correct the condition, the oxygen sensor must be replaced.
Details of this service action are explained in the following sections.
Service Procedure Videotape
No videotape of the service procedure for this recall will be provided.
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 recall 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 recall 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 recall 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 recall were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same street address), will receive enough Oxygen Sensor Packages, Recall PN C3906010, to service 25% of those vehicles.
Each parts package contains the following components:
Quantity Description
1 Oxygen Sensor
1 Instruction Sheet
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 attached.
Enclosed with each owner notification is an Owner Notification Form. The involved vehicle and recall are identified on the form for owner or dealer reference as needed.
Service Procedure
1. Disconnect the oxygen sensor electrical connector (Figure 1).
2. Apply Mopar Rust Penetrant PN 4318039 (or equivalent) to the oxygen sensor to ease removal.
3. Using special tool MD998748 and an offset box-end wrench, remove the oxygen sensor (Figure 2).
4. Install the supplied oxygen sensor using the special tool. Torque to 33 ft.lbs. (45 N-m).
5. Connect the oxygen sensor electrical connector.
6. With the ignition switch in the OFF position, disconnect the battery negative cable for more than ten seconds to erase any diagnostic trouble codes.
Note:
To ensure customer satisfaction, remember to record all radio settings before disconnecting the battery and to reset the electronic memory when you have completed the service procedure.
7. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
Claims for vehicles which have been serviced must be submitted on the DIAL System. Claims submitted will be used by Chrysler to record recall service completions and provide dealer payments.
Use the labor operation number and time allowance (see illustration).
Note:
See Warranty Policy and Procedure Manual, Chapter 6, Subsection H for complete recall claim processing instructions.
Parts Return
Not required.
Vehicle Not Available
If a vehicle is not available for service for a known reason, let us know by filling out the pre-addressed Vehicle Disposition Form portion of the Owner Notification Form or describe the reason on a postcard and mail to:
Chrysler Corporation 429-10-04
P.O. Box 1919
Detroit, Michigan 48231-1919
Following the above procedures will expedite the processing of your claim.
If you have any questions or need assistance in completing this action, please contact your Zone Service Office.
EMISSIONS RECALL -- PLYMOUTH LASER AND EAGLE TALON WITH A 2.0 LITER TURBOCHARGED ENGINE
Dear Chrysler Corporation Vehicle Owner:
The Environmental Protection Agency has determined that certain 1990 model vehicles may emit carbon monoxide pollutants in excess of Federal Emissions Standards. These standards were established to protect the public health from the dangers of air pollution. For this reason, we are asking you to return your vehicle, identified by the Vehicle Identification Number on the enclosed form, to your dealer for a special service repair. The service and required parts as described in this letter will be provided free of charge.
The needed instructions have been sent to all Chrysler-Plymouth and Jeep(R) & Eagle dealers. The service will not impair your engine performance or fuel economy. To obtain this service:
^ Contact your dealer as soon as possible to make an appointment for the free service.
^ Take the enclosed Owner Notification Form with you at the time of your appointment and give it to your dealer. The form identifies the vehicle and the service that is required.
^ The dealer will replace the oxygen sensor. The service will take about one-half hour to complete. However, additional time may be required depending on how dealer appointments are scheduled and processed.
In order to ensure your full protection under the emission warranty made applicable to your vehicle under Federal law, and your right to participate in future recalls, it is recommended that you have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Failure to do so could legally be determined to be a lack of proper maintenance of your vehicle. Further, without this repair your vehicle may fail a state or local emission inspection test.
If you have any problem obtaining the service, please call the Chrysler Customer Center, toll free, at (800) 992-1 997. A representative will assist you in getting your vehicle repaired. If you are still unable to obtain the repair as described in this letter within a reasonable time, you may also contact the Manufacturers Operations Division of the Environmental Protection Agency (6405J), 401 M Street, S. W., Washington, D.C. 20460.
We regret any inconvenience which this action may cause you, but trust that you understand our interest in clean air and your continuing satisfaction with our product. Thank you for your prompt attention to this important matter.