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PQC Part Restriction - Catalytic Converter Part Numbers 15147065 and 15874313 - keywords 08-06-05-002 DTC EI08085 engine exhaust information lamp light low mil no noise P0420 performance poor power

Subject:PQC Part Restriction - Catalytic Converter Part Numbers 15147065 and 15873413

Models:2005 - 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt SS
2004 - 2007 Saturn ION Redline
with 2.0L Engine (VIN P - RPO LSJ)


The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.

Condition/Concern:

As of 4/14/2008, catalytic converter part numbers 15147065 and 15873413 are on restriction through the PQC to assist engineering with product concern identification.

Recommendation/Instructions:

To order either of these restricted part numbers, complete the questionnaire below and contact the PQC at 1-866-654-7654 to review your answers:

  1. Is EI08085 listed in VIS?
  2. Customer Concern (as it reads on the RO):
  3. Does the vehicle have a GM Performance Stage 1 or Stage 2 kit installed? If yes, which kit?
  4. Is the air inlet/filter stock?
  5. Is there any sign of water in the air inlet?
  6. Is the exhaust system stock?
  7. List all DTCs:
  8. Has the exhaust flex joint been inspected? If yes, are there signs of corrosion, cracks or damage? If no, inspect before calling PQC.
  9. Has the exhaust system back pressure been checked per SI Document #2075527? If yes, provide results. If no, perform pressure check before calling PQC.
  10. Calibration/software ID # for ECM (from Tech2):

Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.