Exhaust Manifold Seal - Squeak

File In Section: 6 - Engine

Bulletin No.: 43-66-04

Date: January, 1995

Subject:
Exhaust Manifold Seal Squeak (Replace Seal)

Models:
1994-95 Buick Century, Regal
1995 Chevrolet Lumina, Monte Carlo
1993-95 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
1994-95 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
1994-95 Pontiac Grand Prix
with 3.1 L V6 Engine (VIN M - RPO L82)

CONDITION
Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise coming from the front of the vehicle. This condition is most evident during a "garage shift" maneuver, but may occur during any maneuver or action that results in a vehicle rocking motion such as entering or exiting a vehicle.

CAUSE
Movement between the exhaust seal and the exhaust manifold and/or the exhaust pipe generates a noise condition.

CORRECTION
Replace existing exhaust manifold pipe seal with a new seal, P/N 22593797, following procedure in the Service Manual, Section 6F.

PARTS INFORMATION
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

WARRANTY INFORMATION
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation Labor Time

L2040 0.4 hr