Campaign - Engine Replacement (Inventory Vehicles)
# 09043: Service Update for Inventory Vehicles Only - Excessive Oil Consumption - Incorrect Piston Ring - (Mar 9, 2009)Subject:
09043 -- Service Update for Inventory Vehicles Only -- Excessive Oil Consumption - Incorrect Piston Ring -- Expires
September 30, 2009
Models:
2009 Corvette
Equipped with a 6.2L V8 Engine (LS3)
THIS SERVICE UPDATE INVOLVES VEHICLES IN DEALER INVENTORY ONLY AND WILL EXPIRE SEPTEMBER 30, 2009.
Purpose
This bulletin provides a service procedure to replace the engine on certain 2009 model year Corvette vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 engine. Some of these vehicles may have one or more incorrect oil control rings installed in the engine. This could result in high oil consumption. This service procedure should be completed on involved vehicles currently in dealership inventory as soon as possible but no later than September 30, 2009, at which time this bulletin will expire.
Vehicles Involved
A list of involved vehicles currently in dealer inventory is available on the "Service Update Bulletin Information" link under the "Service" tab in GM GlobalConnect used to release this bulletin.
Important:
Dealers are to confirm vehicle eligibility prior to beginning repairs by using the GM Vehicle Inquiry System (GMVIS). Not all vehicles may be involved.
Parts Information
The replacement engine needed to complete this service update should only be ordered from the Product Quality Center (PQC). Contact the PQC and request an engine assembly. The full 17-character VIN will be required. All removed engines should be held until a Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Request for Return is received. DO NOT SHIP AN ENGINE TO THE WPC WITHOUT AN OFFICIAL WPC REQUEST.
Service Procedure
1. Refer to SI for engine exchange procedure.
2. Contact the Product Quality Center (PQC) and request an engine. The full 17-character VIN and the 09043 bulletin reference will be required when ordering.
Caution:
To avoid spillage when removing from the shipping container, do not tilt the engine excessively. Do not destroy the container as it will be used to ship the removed engine to the WPC. Check fluid levels after installation.
3. Refer to SI and replace the engine. The removed engine should be held until a WPC request for return is received. DO NOT SHIP WITHOUT AN OFFICIAL WPC REQUEST.
4. After the engine is installed in the vehicle. The following service procedure should be used to test the engine:
4.1. Disable the ignition system.
4.2. Crank the engine several times. Listen for unusual noises or evidence that parts are binding.
4.3. Enable the ignition system.
4.4. Start the engine and listen for unusual noises.
4.5. Check the vehicle oil pressure gage or light and confirm that the engine has acceptable oil pressure.
4.6. Run the engine speed at about 1000 RPM until the engine has reached normal operating temperature.
4.7. Listen for a sticking lifter or other unusual noises.
4.8. Inspect for fuel, oil, and/or coolant leaks while the engine is running.
4.9. Perform a final inspection for the proper engine oil and coolant levels.
5. Return the removed engine to the WPC following the procedures outlined in Bulletin 99 00 89 019E.
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