Assembly Replacement Vs. Component Replacement (91-032)

ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT VS. COMPONENT REPLACEMENT

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT VS. COMPONENT REPLACEMENT

Model(s): All Acura Models

Group: General Information

Bulletin No.: 91-032

Date: June 3, 1991

SERVICE INFORMATION

The proper warranty repair procedure is to replace individual component parts, rather than complete assemblies. Refer to your Service Operations Manual under section 9, paragraph 9.3. The following assemblies will no longer be accepted on warranty claims.

Subject	Unauthorized Repair	Authorized Repair
Alternators	Replacing the alternator assembly to correct a bearing noise, when the rotor shaft and bearing journal are not damaged.	Replacement alternator bearings are available for most models. Refer to your parts catalog for specific model information.
Distributors	Replacing the whole distributor assembly, without troubleshooting and repairing the actual problem component.	Replacement items such as igniters and coils (Ignition, Crank, Cylinder, or TDC) are available separately for most models. If the distributor component you need is not available separately, replace the sub- assembly (distributor housing complete). The sub-assembly includes the "pulser" coils, but not the cap, rotor, igniter, or ignition coils. Refer to Parts Information Bulletin #B91-0021, or check your parts catalog for specific model information.
Door Panels	Replacing door panel assemblies with switches installed for cosmetic repairs, or damages.	Door panels without switches are now available for most models. Refer to Parts Information Bulletin #B91-0020 for specific model applications, or contact your Parts Center.