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.