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Campaign - MIL ON/DTC's P1297/P2187/P2279

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2017883/2

September 24, 2008. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 08-17 dated August 29, 2008 to update Warranty information.





Vehicle Information

RVU - Replacement of crankcase ventilation valve (CR)

Condition

This RVU has been proactively released to prevent and correct the following condition from occurring in the vehicle:

MIL on, and one or more of following DTCs are stored in ECM data memory:

- P1297 (Connection charger-throttle valve, pressure loss).

- P2187 (Fuel trim bank 1, system too lean at idle speed).

- P2279 (Intake air system leak).

This Required Vehicle Update (RVU) is in effect for 15 months from date of publication. After that date, this RVU will expire and no longer be in effect.

Vehicle must meet all of the following criteria:

- Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the CR/17C4 code in the ElsaWeb Campaign/Action Information screen on the day of repair.

- Vehicle must be within the Limited New Vehicle Warranty.

- Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this Technical Service Bulletin.

- Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale.

Technical Background

The conditions described may be caused by a malfunction of the crankcase ventilation system pressure regulating valve.

Production Solution

Improved crankcase ventilation system pressure regulating valve and hose.

Service

Remove and Inspect crankcase ventilation system pressure regulating valve and hose for part number.





1. If valve part number is not 06F 129 101 E, and hose part number is not 06F 103 221 H, replace the crankcase ventilation system pressure regulating valve and hose (Figure 1, Points 1 & 2). Tighten the bolts holding the pressure regulating valve to 4 Nm.

2. If valve part number is 06F 129 101 E and hose is not 06F 103 221 H, replace the hose only (Figure 1, Point 2 only). Tighten the bolts holding the pressure regulating valve to 4 Nm.

3. If valve part number is not 06F 129 101 E, and hose is 06F 103 221 H, replace the valve only (Figure 1, Point 1 only). Tighten the bolts holding the pressure regulating valve to 4 Nm.

4. If valve part number is 06F 129 101 E, and hose part number is 06F 103 221 H, no part replacement is necessary. Reassemble parts and tighten the bolts holding the pressure regulating valve to 4 Nm.

5. Clear fault codes, if present.

Warranty

Required Vehicle Update Technical Bulletin Time Requirements/Reimbursement

To ensure prompt and proper payment, be sure to immediately enter the applicable reimbursement code listed below upon completion of the repair work. Claims will only be paid for vehicles that show the CR/17C4 code in the ElsaWeb Campaign/Action Information screen on the day of repair.

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Additional Required Vehicle Update Technical Service Bulletins

Some of the affected vehicles may be involved in additional Required Vehicle Update Technical Service Bulletins. Please check your ElsaWeb Campaign/Action Information screen so that any additional required work can be done simultaneously.

Required Vehicle Update technical Service Bulletin Verification

For verification, always check the Elsaweb campaign/Action information screen. The Elsaweb system is the only binding inquiry and verification System; other system are not valid and may result in non-payment of a claim.

Help for claim input

For questions regarding claim input, contact your appropriate warranty claim specialist.

Please do not contact the campaign helpline regarding claim input.

Required Customer Notification

Inform your customer in writing by recording on the Repair Order any and all work that was conducted on the vehicle, including any and all updates completed under this Required Vehicle Update Technical Service Bulletin.





Required Parts and Tools

- Destroy and properly dispose of removed parts in accordance with local, state and federal/provincial environmental regulations.

- If you have exhausted your allocated parts and you require additional parts for vehicles affected by this RVU but have exceeded your Upper Order Limit, please submit your requests for additional parts. Be sure to include the affected VINs with your order. Prior to submitting your request, ensure that each vehicle has the CR/17C4 code open in ElsaWeb. Your order will be reviewed and processed accordingly.

Additional Information

All parts and service references provided in this RVU are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.