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Whistle Noise on Light Acceleration (Replace Throttle Body)

Subject:Whistle Noise on Light Acceleration (Replace Throttle Body)

Models:2002-2005 Buick Rendezvous
2002-2005 Chevrolet Impala, Monte Carlo, Venture
2002-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, Silhouette
2002-2005 Pontiac Aztek, Grand Am, Montana
with 3.4L V6 Engine (VIN E -- RPO LA1)



Condition

Some owners may comment on a whistle type noise on light acceleration.

Cause

Casting porosity in the throttle body may be creating the whistle noise.

Correction

Replace the throttle body and, if necessary, throttle body gasket. Refer to the Engine Controls sub-section of Engines in the appropriate Service Manual. The throttle body gasket should be inspected and re-used if not damaged.

Parts Information

Part Number

Description

Qty

12595271

Throttle Body, Impala, Monte Carlo, Alero, Grand Am

1

12595275

Throttle Body, Rendezvous, Venture, Silhouette, Aztec, Montana

1

24507945

Gasket, Throttle Body

1 as req'd

Parts are expected to be available from GMSPO on January 10, 2005.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

J5490

Body Unit, Throttle - Replace

Use Published Labor Time