A/C - Compressor Noise

Model Applicable To File Under Bulletin No.

84-038

'84 CIVIC VINs listed ACCESSORIES Issue Date

JUNE 25, '84

A/C Compressor Noise PROBLEM

A "growling" noise when the air conditioner is on; most noticeable between 3,000 and 3,500 rpm.

CARS AFFECTED

Up to VIN

1.3 CRX AE . . . 011131
1.5 CRX AF . . . 018778
1.3 Hatchback AG . . . 012368
1.5 Hatchback AH . . . 031653
4-Door AK . . . 024943
Wagon AN . . . 018824


CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the left engine mount with the new mount listed under Parts Information. If the customer reports a bouncing sensation from the front end at 35-40 mph, in addition to the compressor noise, also replace the front transmission mount as described in Bulletin 84-037.

Left Engine Mount:

1. Support the engine with a jack or a hoist.

2. Remove and discard the left engine mount. Also discard the flat washers shown.

3. Install the new mount. Torque the nuts (or nut and bolt) to 75 N-m (55 ft.lbs.), then tighten the long bolt so it's just snug.

4. Remove the jack or hoist, then torque the long bolt to 65 N-m (48 ft.lbs.).

5. Start the engine and make sure the A/C suction hose isn't touching the mount; if necessary, bend the metal end of the hose so the hose will clear the mount.

PARTS INFORMATION

Left engine mount H/C 183561,
P/N 50820-SB6-932

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

Operation Number: 112100
Flat Rate Time: 0.5 hour
Defect Code: 042 Failed Part H/C: 161503
Contention Code: B07