Steering - Lack of Power Assist Driving Through Water
FILE IN SECTION: 3 - Steering/SuspensionBULLETIN NO.: 47-32-01A
DATE: March, 1995
SUBJECT:
Lack of Power Steering Assist (Install Belt/Pulley/Tensioner)
MODELS:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro
1993 Pontiac Firebird
with 5.7L Engine (VIN P - RPO LT1)
This bulletin is being revised to update the warranty information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 47-32-01 (Section 3 - Steering/Suspension)
CONDITION
Some owners may comment on a lack of power steering assistance when driving through water.
CAUSE
Belt friction against the power steering pulley may be reduced due to water intrusion.
CORRECTION
To correct this condition install the following parts. (See Figure 1 for part locations.) When installing the A/C compressor pulley use special tool J 33013B, and J 33017. (See Figure 2 tool orientation.)
PARTS INFORMATION
PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
12550149 Belt
6580044 A/C Compressor Pulley
12552509 Tensioner
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
LABOR OPERATION LABOR TIME
D4280 0.6 hr