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RATTLE/CLICK AT START-UP (SHIELD CONVERTER, NEW P/N)

MODELS/YEARS 1985-87 FIRENZA EQUIPPED WITH A 2.8L (VIN CODE W) ENGINE AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

CONDITION:

Owners of 1985 through 1987 Firenza models equipped with 2.8L engines with automatic transmission may notice a rattling or clicking noise coming from the engine compartment. This noise is more apparent when the engine is cold and usually goes away as the engine warms up.

CAUSE:

The above noise may be due to a warped torque converter shield. This warped shield may interfere with the flywheel.

CORRECTION:

The torque converter shield currently used on the Cutlass Supreme model has been released for use on 1985-87 Firenza models equipped with a 2.8L engine and automatic transmission. Refer to the illustration on the back of this bulletin.

PARTS:

Shield, Converter (New) P/N 10009088

Replace cover, use three of the existing bolts removed from the vehicle.

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

WARRANTY INFORMATION:

Labor Operation Number: J1440 Labor Time: 0.3 Hour Trouble Code: 92


Object Number: 79062  Size: FS

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