Recall - Oxygen Sensor (Turbo and Federal )
No. 534June, 1992
To:
All Chrysler-Plymouth and Jeep/Eagle Dealers
Subject:
Emissions Recall # 534 -- Oxygen Sensor
Models:
1991 & 1992 Model Year Plymouth Laser and Eagle Talon (BD-Body) Vehicles Equipped With a 2.0L Turbocharged Engine and Federal Emission Control System -- Vehicles Built Before September 6, 1991
Oxygen sensors on the listed vehicles may experience silicon contamination caused by heat decomposition of an internal spacer. This can cause hydrocarbon and carbon monoxide levels in the engine exhaust to exceed allowable limits. It can also result in the illumination of the "Check Engine" light, causing a high oxygen sensor replacement rate. To correct the problem, the sensor 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.
Note:
No videotape of the service procedure for this recall will be provided.
Vehicle List
Each dealer to whom involved vehicles were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same location) will receive with this letter a vehicle list 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.
Each Dodge, Chrysler-Plymouth and Jeep/Eagle dealer without a Vehicle List will receive an information copy of this letter by Compak Mail for use in performing the service on involved vehicles as necessary.
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 location), will receive enough Oxygen Sensor Parts Packages, Recall PN C3940481, at dealer cost to service 25 % of those vehicles.
Each parts package contains one oxygen sensor. Also included in each package is an instruction summary for convenient reference by the servicing technician.
Additional parts may be ordered as needed.
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 Recall 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.
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 following labor operation number and time allowance:
Labor Operation Time
Number Allowance
Remove and replace oxygen sensor 25534182 0.2 Hour
Add the cost of the recall parts package plus applicable dealer allowance to your claim.
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 Recall Notification Form or describe the reason on a postcard and mail to:
Chrysler Corporation 415-03-18
Recall Coordination
P.O. Box 1919
Detroit, Michigan 48231-9986
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 --
1991 AND 1992 PLYMOUTH LASER AND EAGLE TALON
WITH A 2.0 LITER TURBOCHARGED ENGINE
Dear Chrysler Vehicle Owner:
It has been determined that the oxygen sensor on your Chrysler vehicle with a 2.0 liter turbocharged engine may be susceptible to failure. Failure of the oxygen sensor could cause hydrocarbon and carbon monoxide levels in the engine exhaust to be above the allowable limits, which 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. This service will be provided free of charge.
The needed instructions have been sent to all Chrysler-Plymouth and Jeep-Eagle dealers. The service will not hurt 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 Recall Notification Form with you at the time of your appointment and give it to your dealer. The form identifies the vehicle and recall for which service is required.
^ The dealer will replace the oxygen sensor. The service will take about one-half hour, but additional time may be required depending on how service appointments are scheduled and processed.
If you have any problem obtaining the service, please contact the Chrysler Zone Service Office in your area. (It is listed under "Service Assistance" in your Owner's Manual). A Zone representative will arrange for prompt servicing of your vehicle. 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 (EN-340F), 401 M Street S. W., Washington, D. C. 20460.
We regret any inconvenience this action may cause, but trust you understand our interest in clean air and in your continuing satisfaction with our product. Thank you for your prompt attention to this important matter.