Exhaust System - MIL ON, DTCs Related To Exhaust Flap

26 13 03

March 22, 2013

2031583 *Supersedes T.B. V261301 dated February 22, 2013 to add gasket part number.*





Vehicle Information

Condition

MIL ON - DTC's P047F, P0477, P048A, P048B, P048C or P0401 Stored in ECM Fault Memory





MIL ON, DTCs related to exhaust flap. One or more of the fault codes stored in the ECM:

Technical Background

Tip:
Water and road salt can corrode the exhaust flap shaft causing it to stick in open / closed position.

Production Solution

Improved parts introduced into production.

Service





WARNING:

If you are attempting to control the exhaust flap electronically using the scan tool, keep your hands away from the flap during the activation.





1. If one or more of the following faults are stored in the ECM fault memory, remove the exhaust flap to check for a sticking condition. (Item 4).

If the flap cannot be moved or does not move freely, the exhaust flap must be replaced.








Warranty





Required Parts and Tools

No special tools required.

Additional Information

All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal.
Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.