Swing Louvers - Do Not Operate
Bulletin No. 001/98Issued 04/22/98
Revised 12/31/98
Category
U (09)
Applicable Model/s
1998 626
Subject
SWING LOUVERS DO NOT OPERATE
BULLETIN NOTE
^ This bulletin supersedes U 001/98 dated 04/22/98. The CATEGORY (numeric portion) has been revised.
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
1998 626 with VINs from 1YVGF22**W5000001 to 1YVGF22**W5719763.
DESCRIPTION
Swing louvers do not operate due to the swing louver link(s) being disconnected at the vent grille(s). This is caused by the links being manufactured too short. A modified swing louver motor is available with links 2 mm longer.
Customers complaining of this subject should have the vehicle inspected and if necessary, install the modified part in accordance with this procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Verify customer complaint.
2. Using a flashlight, inspect the link connection through the vent grilles to confirm that the link is disconnected.
3. Replace only the swing louver motor according to Workshop Manual. Re-use the original vent grilles.
Note
To prevent damage to the vehicle, apply tape around the end of a screwdriver when removing the swing louver.
4. Verify repair.
PART(S) INFORMATION
Interchangeability Note:
A" means an old part can be replaced with a new pall, however, a new part cannot be replaced with an old part.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Note
^ This information applies to verified customer complaints on vehicles covered under normal warranty. Refer to the SRT microfiche for warranty term information.
Warranty Type A
Symptom Code 64
Damage Code 9A
Part Number Main Cause Refer To Part(s) Information
Quantity 1
Operation Number UO120ARX
Labor Hours 0.4