Campaign 99-KT - Fuel Tank Replacement
XL7Section Title: Engine
TSB No. TS 18 03307R2
Division: Automotive
Category: Technical
SUBJECT:
XL7 FUEL TANK FILLER NECK (INLET CONTROL VALVE) INSPECTION (CAMPAIGN 99-KT)
MODEL(S):
XL7
YEAR:
2007
AFFECTED VIN(S):
UNSOLD VEHICLES MANUFACTURED THROUGH MARCH 2, 2007
USE THE MANUFACTURE DATE SHOWN ON SAFETY
CERTIFICATION LABEL UP TO AND INCLUDING 02107 AND USE
VIN LIST (AT END OF TSB) FOR MANUFACTURE DATES ON MARCH 1ST
AND 2ND (SEE BELOW)
REVISION:
"Affected VIN(s):" have been updated.
CONDITION:
Some vehicles may exhibit fuel leakage/seepage at the fuel filler neck pipe joint to the fuel tank body, on the first tank fill.
CAUSE:
Poor quality control of weld bead at fuel filler pipe joint.
CORRECTION:
Please inspect vehicles per procedure below:
Contact Technical Hotline if any leakage/seepage is observed before removing any parts or attempting a repair.
PART(S) INFORMATION:
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION INSPECTION ONLY:
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT:
Inspection Instructions
1. Fill the vehicle with fuel (16 gallons minimum total fuel in tank).
2. Raise the vehicle securely on the lift. Using two technically qualified inspectors, inspect the fuel filler neck where the pipe is attached to the fuel tank for any visual signs of fuel leakage, or odor of fuel. If leakage or seepage is observed, move to step 4. If no leakage is observed wait for 24 hours (overnight) and move to step 3.
3. Again using two technically qualified inspectors, check the joint. If the joint appears dry and there is no odor of fuel, vehicle passes inspection. Submit claim for inspection only.
4. If leakage, seepage, or odor is detected, do not proceed with removal of any parts, or attempt a repair until instructed. Contact the S.M.A.R.T. Hotline (Techline) to report fuel pipe joint leaking incidents. Provide digital photo evidence. Hold any removed tanks for pick-up.
NOTE:
Parts are on restriction, and will not be shipped until condition is verified through Techline contact.
Vehicles built on March 1st and 2nd
NOTE: Dealer code information as of March 29th
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