Campaign - Serpentine Belt Tensioner Replacement: Overview

87buick8

Model Year 1987

Bulletin No. 87-C-5

File in Group 6

Number 19

Date Sept., '87
SUBJECT: SERPENTINE BELT TENSIONER


MODELS AFFECTED: 1987 BUICK CENTURY MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L (LR8) ENGINE (VIN CODE R)
General Motors has determined that some 1987 Buick Century models equipped with a 2.5L engine may experience loss of serpentine accessory drive belt tension. This condition results in loss of accessory drive component operation.

To prevent the possibility of this condition occurring, the serpentine belt tensioner must be inspected for suspect codes and, if required, replaced.