NUMBER: 07-002-15 REV. A
GROUP: Cooling
DATE: March 31, 2015
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES SERVICE BULLETIN 07-002-15 , DATED JANUARY 07, 2015, WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDE ADDITIONAL VEHICLES.
SUBJECT:
Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley.
MODELS:
| **2013 – 2014 | (DS) | Ram 1500 Pickup** |
| 2014 – 2015 | (KL) | Jeep Cherokee |
| 2011 – 2014 | (WK) | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| 2011 – 2014 | (WD) | Dodge Durango |
| 2011 – 2014 | (LD) | Dodge Charger |
| 2011 – 2014 | (LC) | Dodge Challenger |
| 2011 – 2014 | (LX) | Chrysler 300 |
| 2011 – 2014 | (JC) | Dodge Journey |
| 2011 – 2014 | (JS) | Chrysler 200 Dodge Avenger |
| 2011 – 2014 | (RT) | Chrysler Town And Country Dodge Caravan |
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built on or before September 01, 2014 (MDH 0901XX) equipped with 3.2L V6 24V VVT Engine (sales code EHB) or 3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine (sales code ERB).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of engine startup and lasts about 90 seconds intermittently during a cold engine start, approximately 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) and below.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the customer describes the symptom, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
| Qty. | Description | Part No. |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Idler Pulley | 05281301AA
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REPAIR PROCEDURE:
Replace the idler pulley. Refer to the detailed service procedures available in DealerCONNECT> TechCONNECT under: Service Info> 07 – Cooling> Accessory Drive> PULLEY, Idler> Removal/Installation.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
| Labor Operation No: | Description | Skill Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07-20-22-90 | Pulley, Idler – Replace 2011-2014 JC/JS/RT 2014-2015 KL (2 – Skilled) | 1 – Engine Repair | 0.3 Hrs. |
| 07-20-22-90 | Pulley, Idler – Replace 2011-2014 LD/LX/LC/WD/WK **2013-2014 DS** (2 – Skilled) | 1 – Engine Repair | 0.2 Hrs. |
FAILURE CODE:
| ZZ | Service Action |
NUMBER: 07-002-15 REV. A
GROUP: Cooling
DATE: March 31, 2015
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