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Engine - Knock Noise Replace Right Front Splash Shield

Bulletin Number: 92-6-68
Reference Number: 336103
Publish Date: 4/93

Subject:
KNOCK NOISE FROM RIGHT FRONT OF VEHICLE (REPLACE RIGHT FRONT ENGINE SPLASH SHIELD)

Models Affected:
1992 GRAND AM MODELS W/3.3L (VIN N - RPO LG7)

CONDITION:

Some owners of 1992 Grand Am models with 3.3L engines may comment on a knocking noise coming from the right front of the vehicle. This noise can be mis-diagnosed as an engine knock noise.

CAUSE:

The crankshaft pulley bolts may be contacting the right engine splash shield.

CORRECTION:

Replace right side engine splash shield if there is evidence the bolts contacted the splash shield. Use revised P/N 22587198, engine splash shield.

SERVICE INFORMATION:

1. Raise vehicle, refer to Section 0A in the service manual.
2. Remove right front tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove right front engine splash shield.
4. Install right front engine splash shield.
5. Install right front tire and wheel assembly, refer to Section 3E in the service manual.
6. Lower vehicle.

Parts are expected to be available on May 3, 1993.

Labor Operation Number: B0760
Labor Time: 0.4 Hours