Recall - ABS Piston and Pump/Motor Assy.: Overview
No. 685August, 1996
To: All Dodge, Chrysler-Plymouth and Jeep(R) Eagle Dealers
Subject:
Safety Recall # 685 -- ABS Actuator Piston and Pump/Motor Assemblies
Models:
Vehicles Listed Below Equipped With a Bendix-10 Antilock Brake System:
^ 1991 Through 1993 Model Year Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan; Plymouth Voyager/Grand Voyager; and Chrysler Town & Country (AS)
^ Late-1990 Through 1993 Model Year Dodge Dynasty; Chrysler New Yorker, Salon (AC), Fifth Avenue and Imperial (AY)
^ 1991 and 1992 Model Year Eagle Premier and Dodge Monaco (BB)
Note:
1990 vehicles built through March 26, 1990 (MDH 0326XX) are equipped with a Bosch antilock brake system, and therefore, are not included in this recall or the extended warranty.
A small number of the involved vehicles may experience ABS hydraulic control unit actuator piston seal wear and/or hydraulic pump/motor deterioration. To correct this condition, ABS system must be tested and the actuator pistons and/or pump/motor replaced if necessary. If testing determines other ABS components are faulty, repairs are to be performed using the revised service and diagnostic procedures manual (81-699-96086) and existing parts. Submit a separate warranty claim using the existing labor operation numbers.
IMPORTANT:
Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer used vehicle inventory. Be sure to complete this recall service on these vehicles before retail delivery. Dealers should perform this recall on vehicles in for service as determined by using DIAL System Function 70 or VIP.
Details of this service action are explained in the following sections.
Service Procedure Videotape
No videotape of the service procedure for this recall will be provided.
Dealer Notification & Vehicle List
Involved dealers: Each dealer to whom involved vehicles were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same street address) will receive a copy of this dealer recall notification letter and a list of the involved vehicles by first class mail.
The Vehicle List is 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.
All other dealers: Each Dodge, Chrysler-Plymouth and Jeep/Eagle dealer who does not receive a Vehicle List will receive a copy of this dealer recall notification letter by first class mail.
DIAL System Functions 53, 70 and VIP
All involved vehicles will be entered to DIAL System Functions 53, 70 and VIP at the time of recall implementation for dealer inquiry by VIN as needed.
Parts
Important:
Due to the small number of vehicles expected to require repair, no parts will be distributed initially to dealers. Dealers are requested to order Actuator Piston Assembly packages through normal methods only for scheduled repairs. Dealers must contact the STAR Center (1-800-850-STAR Ext. 5) to order Pump/Motor Assemblies. The technician must perform the ABS diagnostic tests prior to contacting the STAR Center and have the results available for review.
Refer to the table for the appropriate actuator piston assembly package and/or pump/motor assembly.
Each Actuator Piston Assembly Package includes:
1 -- Primary Piston Assembly 1 -- Clip, Hydraulic Assembly Push Rod (4294036)*
1 -- Secondary Piston Assembly 1 -- Gasket, Hydraulic Assembly Mounting (4485527)*
1 -- Snap Ring 1 -- Long Handle Cleaning Aid and Lint Free Cloth
* Hydraulic assembly push rod clips and gaskets for NON-REMANUFACTURED Actuator Piston Packages must be ordered separately.
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 only if specific symptoms occur. A copy of the owner notification letter is included.
Enclosed with each owner notification is an Owner Notification Form. The involved vehicle and recall are identified on the form for owner or dealer reference as needed.
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 one of the labor operation numbers and time allowances as shown.
Add the cost of the recall parts package(s) plus applicable dealer allowance to your claim.
NOTE:
Any other ABS repairs must be performed according to the Bendix Anti lock 9 & 10 Service and Diagnostic Procedures Manual and/or applicable Technical Service Bulletins and a separate claim must be filed for reimbursement.
Removed actuator piston assemblies and pump/motor assemblies must be returned to the Warranty Material Return Center. Timely parts return is critical in assuring an adequate supply of future repair parts. Dealers will be charged back for parts which are not promptly returned.
Note:
See Warranty Administration Manual, Recall Claim Processing Section for complete recall claim processing and material return instructions.
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 Notification Form or describe the reason on a postcard and mail to:
Chrysler Corporation
CIMS 482-00-85
800 Chrysler Drive East
Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326-2757
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.