Overview, Parts & Labor Information
NO.: 637April, 1995
TO: All Dodge and Chrysler/Plymouth Dealers
SUBJECT:
Emissions Recall # 637 - Powertrain Control Module
MODELS:
^ 1989 Model Year Plymouth Horizon, Sundance and Reliant; and Dodge Omni, Shadow and Aries Vehicles Equipped With a 2.2L Throttle Body Fuel Injected Engine, Automatic Transmission and Federal Emission Control System Currently Located in a High Altitude State (Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah).
^ 1989 Model Year Plymouth Acclaim; Dodge Daytona, Spirit and Dynasty; and Chrysler LeBaron Coupe and LeBaron Convertible Vehicles Equipped With a 2.5L Throttle Body Fuel Injected Engine, Automatic Transmission and Federal Emission Control Currently Located in a High Altitude State (Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah).
Carbon Monoxide (CO) levels for the listed model vehicles may exceed the limits allowed by Federal Emissions Standards. To correct the condition, the Powertrain Control Module (Single Module Engine Controller) must be replaced.
Details of this service action are explained in the following sections.
SERVICE PROCEDURE VIDEOTAPE
No videotape of the service procedure for this recall will be provided.
DEALER NOTIFICATION & VEHICLE LIST
Involved dealers: Each dealer to whom involved vehicles were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same street address) will receive a copy of this dealer recall notification letter and a list of the involved vehicles by first class mail.
The Vehicle List is arranged in Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) sequence. Owners known to Chrysler are also listed. The lists are for dealer reference in arranging for service of involved vehicles as necessary.
All dealers: Each Dodge and Chrysler/Plymouth dealer will receive a copy of this dealer recall notification letter by first class mail.
DIAL SYSTEM FUNCTION 70
All involved vehicles will be entered to DIAL System Function 70 at the time of recall implementation for dealer inquiry by VIN as needed.
PARTS
Important:
Due to the small number of involved vehicles, no parts will be distributed initially to involved dealers. Dealers are requested to order parts only to support scheduled repairs.
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) packages may be ordered at dealer cost to support customer demand. Refer to the chart for proper PCM application:
Also included in each package is an instruction summary for convenient reference by the servicing technician.
OWNER NOTIFICATION AND SERVICE SCHEDULING
All involved vehicle owners known to Chrysler are being notified of the service requirement by first class mail. They are requested to schedule appointments for the service with their dealers. A copy of the owner notification letter is included.
Enclosed with each owner notification is an Owner Notification Form. The involved vehicle and recall are identified on the form for owner or dealer reference as needed.
COMPLETION REPORTING AND REIMBURSEMENT
Claims for vehicles which have been serviced must be submitted on the DIAL System. Claims submitted will be used by Chrysler to record recall service completions and provide dealer payments.
Use the following labor operation number and time allowance:
Labor Operation Time
Labor Operation Number Allowance
Replace Powertrain
Control Module 08637182 0.3 Hours
Add the cost of the recall parts package plus applicable dealer allowance to your claim.
PARTS RETURN
Removed Powertrain Control Modules must be returned to the Warranty Material Return Center.
Note:
See Warranty Policy and Procedure Manual, Chapter 6, Subsection H for complete recall claim processing and material return instructions.
VEHICLE NOT AVAILABLE
If a vehicle is not available for service for a known reason, let us know by filling out the pre-addressed Vehicle Disposition Form portion of the Owner Notification Form or describe the reason on a postcard and mail to:
Chrysler Corporation 429-10-04
P.O. Box 1919
Detroit, Michigan 48231-1919
Following the above procedures will expedite the processing of your claim.
If you have any questions or need assistance in completing this action, please contact your Zone Service Office.