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Air Management System (A.I.R.) - Rusting Pipes

Model Year 1983

Bulletin No.. 83-216

File In Group 64

Number

16

Date Jan. '84
SUBJECT: RUSTING A.I.R. PIPES - 3.8L AND 4.1L. V-6 ENGINES

MODELS AFFECTED: 1981-1983 REGAL, LESABRE, ELECTRA & RIVIERA


Some A.I.R. pipes from the check valve to the intake manifold may rust through from the inside out. This condition can be caused by corrosive exhaust gases.

To reduce this condition, a stainless steel pipe will be used for service parts and for 1984 vehicles.

The A.I.R. pipe is a part of the five year/50,000 mile Emission Warranty.