SPECIAL POLICY: MANIFOLD EXHAUST PIPE SEALS LEAKING
Model and Year: 1985 CHEVROLET S/T TRUCK or BLAZER W/2.8L RPO LR2 (CALIFORNIA ONLY)
General Motors has determined that some 1985 Chevrolet S/T Trucks or Blazer vehicles with 2.8L (RPO LR2) (California Only) engine may exhibit an exhaust leak. This condition may be caused by an inadequate seal (s) between the exhaust manifold and exhaust pipe.
VEHICLES INVOLVED
Involved are certain 1985 Chevrolet S/T Trucks or Blazer models (CALIFORNIA ONLY) with 2.8L V-6 engines within the following breakpoints:
MODEL/YEAR PLANT FROM THROUGH ---------- ----- ---- ------- S/T 1985 Shreveport F8100001 F8277872
Note: This policy applies to these vehicles produced with 2.8L RPO LR2 6 cyl. engines (California Only), regardless of current state residence of the owner.
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 leaking exhaust manifold to exhaust pipe seal(s) (regardless of time/mileage) for three (3) months (90 days) from date of the owner letter, is provided for by this "Special Policy." Correction will consist of installation of a new exhaust manifold to exhaust pipe seal(s) at no charge to the owner.
This "Special Policy Adjustment Bulletin" should be filed in the three ring binder previously furnished to dealers by General Motors.
REIMBURSEMENT
Customer claims for reimbursement on previously paid repairs to correct a leaking exhaust manifold to exhaust pipe seal(s) are to be submitted within 3 months (90 days) from the date of this letter according to the forms and instructions included in this bulletin (additional copies to be reproduced locally). Owners must submit original documentation that reasonably confirms the amount of unreimbursed repair expenses, a description of the repair, the date of the repair and the person or entity performing the repair.
OWNER NOTIFICATION
Owners will be notified of this special policy on their vehicles by Chevrolet Motor Division (see copy of owner letter included with this bulletin).
PARTS INFORMATION
Parts are to be obtained from General Motors Service Parts Operations (GMSPO). To ensure these parts will be obtained as soon as possible, they should be ordered from GMSPO on a "C.I.O." order with no special instruction code, but on an advise code (2). Quantity/ Part Number Description Vehicle ----------- ----------- ------- 15547998 Exhaust Manifold Seal 2
15547999 Exhaust Manifold Bolts 2 (Right Side Only)
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Chevrolet Service Bulletin 86-93 dated May 1986 contains all procedures necessary to perform this service.
CLAIM INFORMATION
Submit a Claim with the information indicated below for those vehicles beyond 5 years/50,000 miles; use the applicable Warranty labor operation number for those vehicles within 5 years/50,000 miles: * FAILED PARTS CC-FC LABOR LAB OTH REPAIR PERFORMED PC PART NO. ALLOW OP HRS HRS ---------------- -- -------- ----- ----- -- --- --- S/T Trk Inspection Only - -- - SG-95 T1521 0.2 0.0
S Trk replace ONE seal 1 15547998 ** SG-95 T1522 0.4 0.2
S Trk replace TWO seals 2 15547998 ** SG-95 T1523 0.5 0.2
T Trk replace ONE seal 1 15547998 ** SG-95 T1524 0.6 0.2
T Trk replace TWO seals 2 15547998 ** SG-95 T1525 0.6 0.2
* "Other Hours" additional time necessary to perform the service when the vehicle is equipped with optional skid plate.
** 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 labor and material allowance based on the labor operation performed.
Refer to the Chevrolet Claims Processing Manual for details on Claim Submission.
Dear Chevrolet Owner:
As the owner of a 1985 Chevrolet S/T Truck or Blazer equipped with a 2. 8L 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 vehicles have an inadequate seal (s) between the exhaust manifold and exhaust pipe. The cost to repair this condition may be as much as $50.00. 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 may be detected by listening for excessive engine noise during acceleration. This condition will be most noticeable when the engine is started cold. You need to return to your servicing Chevrolet 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 Emission Warranty, it will be repaired free of charge. If you previously paid for this repair, you should contact your Chevrolet Dealer within 3 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 repaired free of charge for a period of 3 months (90 days) from the date of this letter.
If the above condition exists, please contact your Chevrolet dealer as soon as possible to arrange a service date. Instructions for making this correction have been sent to your dealer. Please ask your dealer if you wish to know how much additional time will be needed to schedule and process your vehicle. The labor time necessary to perform this service (inspection/correction) is approximately 0.6 hours.
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.
We are sorry to cause you this inconvenience; however, we have taken this action in the interest of your continued satisfaction with our products.
INSTRUCTIONS
1 R.O. # & DATE The dealership should enter the repair order number and date of the owners or dealers paid receipt or invoice.
2 REQUEST DATE (MONTH, DAY) Date owner or dealer requested reimbursement.
3 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VIN involved.
4 MILEAGE Enter mileage at time of transaction. (If not available, enter 'O'.)
5 CC/FC Code is preprinted on form.
6 LABOR OPERATION Labor Operation is preprinted on form.
7 & 8 SUBLET DMN & Enter total amount of reimbursement. (Do not enter LINE TOTAL parts or labor hours on claim.)
9 AUTH CODE If the amount of reimbursement approved is $60 or less, no authorization is needed. If the amount exceeds $60, advise customer to contact Chevrolet Customer Assistance at 1-800-222-1020.
10 REQUESTFD Dealer Service Manager enter amounts determined from REIMBURSEMENT owner supplied invoices or paid receipts, which are covered.
11 APPROVED AMOUNT Dealer Service Manager to determine based on reimbursement policy of this bulletin. If the total amount exceeds $60, contact Chevrolet Branch Customer Assistance Representative for instructions.
12 740 STAMP See item #11 to determine need for authorization.
13 DEALER REFERENCE INFORMATION A Enter Document Number and Line Number on which claim was submitted.
B Enter Claim Memo Number and Date when claim is credited.
C Enter number of dealer check to owner, if applicable. Date check was written, if applicable. Date copy of check was attached to OWNER REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT file.
14 OWNER INFORMATION Must include telephone number
15 DEALER INFORMATION Includes Dealer Code, Dealer Name, Service Managers signature and social security number To be completed by Service Manager.
16 EXPLAIN Should the dealer Service Manager determine, after review of owner's invoices/receipts, that the reimbursement case is not eligible; Service Manager should write reason on worksheet, explain to owner, and place a copy of the worksheet in the file.
17 The dealer is then to issue the owner a check for the reimbursement in the approved amount. A copy of the check issued to the owner is to be attached to the dealers file copy of the request and retained for 24 months from date of credit.
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.
