Chuggle at 40-45 MPH and Tip-in Hesitation
90pontiac07Number 82-T-24 Section 6 Date 02/82
Subject: CALIFORNIA "G" CAR DRIVEABILITY -ALL 1982 CALIFORNIA "G" CARS EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L V-6 ENGINE (VIN CODE A)
A newly calibrated PROM (part number 1226031),and EGR valve (part number 17079013) are being released, for the correction of any one of or combination of the conditions listed below on 1982 California "G" cars (including "G" wagons) with 3.8L V-6 engines, when it has been determined that affected systems are within specifications and functioning normally.
A. Chuggle at 40-45 MPH
B. Tip-in Hesitation
Before a decision is made to install both parts, vehicle should be roadtested for the owner described conditions. Unless all other areas are correct, the PROM and EGR valve will not be effective for the purpose intended. Use the checklists on the reverse side for additional assistance if necessary.
A. CONDITION: Chuggle also referred to as surge, is most noticeable at 40-45 MPH and should not be confused with "freeway hop," a common condition in many areas. Converter clutch engage speed is increased to 50 MPH from 41 MPH.
B. CONDITION: Tip-in Hesitation may be experienced during either hot or cold operation while going through a light or moderate acceleration period from a stationary vehicle position.
If any one or combination of conditions exist, install both parts, PROM and EGR valve.
PARTS INFORMATION
Obtain the following two parts from your normal WDDGM warehouse:
ORIGINAL
EQUIPMENT # PROM I.D.
^ PROM *1226031 16026864 BBN
^ EGR Valve *17079013
WDDGM will notify dealers through a Sales Information Bulletin when parts are available.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Labor Operation T0063
Time Allowance .6 Hours
Replace PROM and EGR valve System Performance Check not necessary.