Service Procedure, Campaign Label, Claim & Owner Letter Information
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Inspect tensioner code located approximately 5-1/4 inches from top mounting bolt hole for the power steering pump.
If code is 187, 197, 817, or 917, replacement is required. Follow replacement instructions below.
If code is NOT one of the suspect codes listed above, replacement is NOT required, proceed to step 12.
2. Disconnect negative battery cable.
3. Drain engine coolant into a clean container and save for reuse.
SERVICE PROCEDURE (CONT'D)
4. Rotate serpentine belt tensioner to release belt tension and remove belt.
5. Remove power steering pump mounting bolts.
6. Remove tensioner. New tensioner assembly comes with a seal.
BE SURE TO CLEAN MATING SURFACE ON BLOCK PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
7. Install new tensioner. Torque bolts to 50 N-m (37 ft.lb.).
8. Reinstall power steering pump. Torque bolts to 27 N-m (20 ft.lb.)
9. Reinstall serpentine belt.
10. With coolant saved in step 3, refill cooling system to proper level. Top off as required.
11. Reinstall negative battery cable.
12. Install Campaign Identification Label.
CAMPAIGN IDENTIFICATION LABEL
Each vehicle corrected in accordance with the instructions outlined in this Product Campaign Bulletin will require a "Campaign Identification Label". Each label provides a space to include the five digit dealer code of the dealer performing the campaign service. This information may be inserted with a typewriter or ballpoint pen.
Each "Campaign Identification Label" is to be located on the radiator core support in an area which will be visible when the vehicle is brought in for periodic servicing by the owner.
Apply "Campaign Identification Label" only on a clean dry surface.
CLAIM INFORMATION
Submit a Product Campaign Claim with the information indicated below:
* Campaign Administrative Allowance
** The "Parts Allowance" should be the sum total of the current GMSPO
Dealer Net price plus 30% of all parts required for the repair. Dealers will automatically receive the correct alabor and material allowance based on the labor operation performed.
Refer to the Chevrolet Claims Processing Manual for Details on Product Campaign Claim submission.
(Notification Used By Chevrolet Motor Division)
Dear Chevrolet Owner:
This notice has been sent to inform you that Chevrolet Motor Division is initiating a recall campaign that includes your vehicle.
REASON FOR RECALL
General Motors has determined some 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity models equipped with a 2.5L engine may experience loss of serpentine accessory drive belt tension. This condition results in loss of accessory drive component operation (air conditioning, power steering, generator, and water pump).
WHAT WE WILL DO
The serpentine belt tensioner will be inspected and, if required, replaced. This service will be performed for you at no charge.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
Contact your Chevrolet dealer as soon as possible to arrange a service date. Instructions for this service have been sent to your dealer. The labor time necessary to inspect your vehicle is approximately ten
(10) minutes. If tensioner replacement is necessary, approximately forty (40) minutes will be required to service your vehicle. In either case, please allow some additional time for the dealer to process your vehicle.
The enclosed owner reply card identifies your vehicle. Presentation of this card to your dealer will assist in making the necessary inspection/ correction in the shortest possible time. If you have sold or traded your vehicle, please let us know by completing the postage paid reply card and returning it to us.
We are sorry to cause you this inconvenience; however, we have taken this action in the interest of your continued satisfaction with our products.