Recall - Catalytic Converter Bead Replacement: Overview

96062
CHEVROLET

Issued: 06/19/97

CAMPAIGN: CATALYTIC CONVERTER BEAD REPLACEMENT

PRODUCT EMISSION CAMPAIGN

SUBJECT:
96062 - CATALYTIC CONVERTER BEAD REPLACEMENT

MODELS:
1993 M,L VANS EQUIPPED WITH 4.3L (L35) ENGINES AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS EQUIPMENT (RPO NB2) [CALIFORNIA REGISTERED VEHICLES ONLY]

Certain 1993 M, L Vans equipped with 4.3L engines (RPO L35 - VIN Code W) and California emissions equipment (RPO NB2) may be emitting non-methane hydrocarbons (NMHC) and carbon monoxide (CO) in excess of California emission standards. Excess emissions may cause a vehicle to fail state mandated emission tests.

To correct this condition, dealers are to replace the catalytic converter catalyst beads.