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Campaign - Belt Tensioner Replacement: Overview

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Number 87-C-05 Date 08/87


Subject: PRODUCT CAMPAIGN 87-C-05 SERPENTINE BELT TENSIONER
MODELS AFFECTED 1987 Pontiac 6000 Models Equipped with 2.5L Engine
(RPO LR8, VIN Code R)


To: All Pontiac Dealers


General Motors has determined some 1987 Pontiac 6000 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 occuring, the serpentine belt tensioner must be inspected for suspect codes and, if required, replaced..