Engine - Poor Starting/Driveability Concerns

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CATEGORY
Engine


SECTION
2


PAGE
18


ISSUE
05/92-0205


CODE
291


Subject:
Replace Hose Clamps on the Turbo-charger Bypass Valve

Application:
900/9000 Turbo Models as Specified





Service Directive
The Turbocharger bypass valve, Figure 1, is secured to the induction hose with plastic hose clamps, P/N 79 77 234. A service directive is being issued to update earlier cars with metal hose clamps, since the plastic hose clamps can crack under high temperatures. A cracked or broken hose clamp can result in poor starting or driveability.


NOTE

This PSI is identified as a "Service Directive," meaning that affected cars should be corrected before delivery if possible, or at the next service opportunity, regardless of whether there has been a customer complaint. A "Service Directive" differs slightly from a "Campaign". Owners are not notified to bring their car in for unscheduled service under this procedure.





Cars Affected:


Parts Required:

Hose clamp (2 required) 79 70 098





Action Required (Figure 2):

1. Remove and discard the old hose clamps.

2. Install new hose clamps (P/N 79 70 098) and tighten securely.


Warranty Information:

For warranty claims, use Failure Coding 29153- 50-0-01-05. Time allowance is 0.3 hour per car (both 900 and 9000) which should be entered as straight time.