SPECIAL POLICY: CRACKED EXHAUST MANIFOLD
MODEL: 1985-1986 CIMARRON WITH 2.0 LITER ENGINE (CALIFORNIA ONLY)
General Motors has determined that some 1985-1986 Cadillac Cimarrons built with 2.0 liter 4-cylinder engines (option code LQ5) and California emissions (option code NB2) may experience a cracked exhaust manifold which could result in excessive engine noise.
SPECIAL POLICY ADJUSTMENT
This special policy covers the condition described above for those vehicles over 50,000 miles. A one time free inspection and, if necessary, free replacement of a cracked exhaust manifold (regardless of time/mileage) for three (3) months (90 days) from date of the owner letter is provided for by the "Special Policy". Correction will consist of the installation of a new exhaust manifold and/or exhaust pipe seal, at no charge to the owner.
NOTICE: This policy applies to these vehicles produced with 2.0 liter 4-cylinder engines (option code LQ5) and California emissions (option code NB2), regardless of current state residence of the owner.
This "Special Policy Adjustment Bulletin" should be filed in the three ring binder previously furnished to the dealer by General Motors.
VEHICLES INVOLVED
The following vehicles are eligible for this Special Policy Adjustment:
All 1985-1986 Cimarron models built with 2.0 liter 4-cylinder engines (option code LQ5) and California emissions (option code NB2).
OWNER NOTIFICATION
OWNERS OF VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS SPECIAL POLICY ADJUSTMENT WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER FROM CADILLAC MOTOR CAR COMPANY. A COPY OF THE OWNER LETTER IS ATTACHED.
PARTS INFORMATION
The following parts required to complete this Special Policy Adjustment should be obtained from the Parts Distribution Centers of the General Motors Service Parts Operations (GMSPO). A description is provided below:
Description Part Number Quantity/Vehicle ------------ ----------- ----------------- Exhaust Manifold 14086036 1 Exhaust Manifold Seal 14093542 1
If there is difficulty obtaining these parts using normal ordering procedures, dealers may place a C.I.O. using advise Code "2" with no special instruction code. The parts may also be ordered on a V.I.P. order; however, unless prior zone approval is obtained, dealers will be required to absorb any surcharge involved under the V.I.P. system.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
INSPECTION
1. BLOCK THE WHEELS AND APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE. Lift the hood and listen for an audible exhaust noise while increasing the engine speed in park.
2. A check for a leaking exhaust seal (donut) should be performed prior to exhaust manifold replacement. If the seal leaks, replace it and rerun the inspection (WITH THE WHEELS BLOCKED AND PARKING BRAKE APPLIED) before exhaust manifold replacement.
EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT
IMPORTANT: The oxygen sensor uses a permanently attached pigtail and connector. This pigtail should not be removed from the oxygen sensor. Damage or removal of the pigtail or connector could affect proper operation of the sensor.
Take care when handling the oxygen sensor. The in-line electrical connector and louvered end must be kept free of grease, dirt or other contaminants. Also, avoid using cleaning solvents of any type. Do not drop or roughly handle the sensor.
1. Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
2. Disconnect oxygen sensor electrical connector.
3. Carefully remove oxygen sensor from exhaust manifold.
4. Remove engine oil dipstick.
5. Remove air cleaner hot air duct hose.
6. Remove the screw retaining the dipstick tube bracket (and A/C suction line bracket, if so equipped).
7. Loosen the generator support to generator bolt, remove the two generator bracket to generator bolts, being careful not to lose the spacer used at the left generator to bracket bolt.
8. Remove the generator belt from the generator pulley, rotate the generator upward and install the left generator to bracket bolt loosely so that it acts as a stop against the bracket preventing the generator from rotating too far downward.
9. Raise the vehicle.
10. Disconnect the exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifold.
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Remove exhaust manifold to cylinder head bolts, lift the exhaust manifold off the exhaust pipe flange and remove the exhaust manifold from the cylinder head.
13. Clean all mating surfaces, bolts and bolt holes.
14. Reverse the manifold removal procedure and torque the fasteners to the following specifications:
- Exhaust Manifold Bolt: 46-60 N.m (34-44 Lb. Ft.) - Generator Bracket to Head: 40-60 N.m (29-44 Lb. Ft.) - Generator Brace: 40-60 N.m (29-44 Lb. Ft.) - Generator Pivot Bolt: 40-60 N.m (29-44 Lb. Ft.) - Generator Adjustment Bolt: 20-27 N.m (15-20 Lb. Ft.)
IMPORTANT: New or service sensors will already have a special anti-seize compound on the threads. If a sensor is removed from an engine, and if it is reinstalled, the threads must have anti-seize compound applied before reinstallation.
15. Coat threads of oxygen sensor with anti-seize compound, P/N 5613695 or equivalent, if necessary.
16. Reinstall sensor in manifold, torque to 41 N.m (30 Lb. Ft.).
17. Reconnect sensor electrical connector.
18. Connect battery ground cable to the battery.
CREDIT
Credit will be issued upon receipt of a properly prepared warranty claim which includes information from one of the following Labor Operations:
Note: Submit a warranty claim with the information indicated below only for those vehicles beyond 5 years/50,000 miles. If the vehicle is still within the 5 year/50,000 mile California Emissions Warranty, then use the normal Labor Time Guide labor operation.
Failure Part Parts Labor Labor Description Code Number Allowance Operation Hours ----------- ---- ------ --------- --------- ----- Inspect For Exhaust Manifold Leak Only 95 - - - - - - - - -- T1518 0.2
Inspect For Exhaust Manifold Leak And Replace Seal Only 95 14093542 * T1527 0.3
Install New Exhaust Manifold (Inspection Included) 95 14086036 * T1519 1.3
* The parts allowance should be the total of the current GMSPO Net plus 30% for the part )required for the repair.
OWNER REIMBURSEMENTS FOR PREVIOUSLY INCURRED EXPENSES
Consideration should be given to owners of eligible vehicles who previously paid for repairs covered by this Special Policy Adjustment. However, customer claims for reimbursement on previously paid repairs to correct an exhaust manifold leak, are to be submitted within three months (90 days) from the date of the owner letter. In the event an owner requests reimbursement, the dealer should obtain the owner's original paid receipts or invoices to verify the expense. Owners should be advised to retain copies of these documents for their personal records before surrendering the originals.
The dealer is to advise the owner that the invoices will be reviewed by a Cadillac Zone Representative and that the owner will be advised as quickly as possible of the amount that will be reimbursed. When a request is approved, the dealer is requested to issue the owner a reimbursement check.
Dealers will be credited for this reimbursement through the submittal of a warranty claim (to be submitted as one net amount with authorization) as detailed below:
Failure Labor Labor Code Operation Hours SUB/MAT/TOW AUTH ---- --------- ----- ----------- ---- 95 T1520 0 $xx.xx *
* Zone approval or dealer self-approval.
Dear Cadillac Owner:
As the owner of a 1985-1986 Cadillac Cimarron equipped with a 2.0 liter engine, your continued satisfaction with our product is of utmost concern to us. Your vehicle was provided with a new vehicle warranty as well as an emission warranty which covers certain parts of your vehicle for a specified period. These warranties are of considerable value to you if you experience problems with your vehicle.
This letter is intended to make you aware that some Cimarrons have experienced a cracked exhaust manifold. The cost to repair this condition may be as much as $200.00. The affected part is listed in the California Emission Warranty Parts List and is covered under the California Emissions Warranty for 5 years/50,000 miles whichever occurs first.
Leakage from the exhaust manifold may be detected by listening for excessive engine noise during acceleration. You need to return to your servicing Cadillac dealer for a free inspection only if you notice this problem. If the above mentioned condition exists and your vehicle is within the 5 year/50,000 mile California Emissions Warranty, it will be repaired free of charge. If you previously paid tor this repair, you should contact your Cadillac dealer within three months (90 days) from the date of this letter to request reimbursement. Vehicles beyond the 5 year/50,000 mile period will be inspected and, if required, repaired free of charge for a period of three months (90 days) from the date of this letter.
If the above condition exists, please contact your Cadillac dealer as soon as possible to arrange a service date. Instructions for making this correction have been sent to your dealer. The labor time necessary to perform this service (inspection/correction) is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Please ask your dealer if you wish to know how much additional time will be needed to schedule and process your vehicle.
This letter identifies your vehicle. Presentation of this letter to your dealer will assist in making the necessary inspection/correction in the shortest possible time, and indicates to the dealer the 90 day period.
We are sorry to cause you this inconvenience; however, we have taken this action in the interest of your continued satisfaction with our products.
General Motors bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, not a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform those technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, do not assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See a General Motors dealer servicing your brand of General Motors vehicle for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.
