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An interference fit condition does exist involving some Chevrolet Beretta, Corsica and Cavalier models equipped with a 4-cylinder 2.0 litre engine which can cause damage to the oil filter resulting in oil leakage. A clamp which holds the constant velocity (C-V) joint boot cover in position can come in contact with the oil filter. The clinch tab of the boot clamp will strike the oil filter as the drive shaft turns, eventually wearing a hole in the filter shell.
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We have received a bulletin issued by the Chevrolet Division of General Motors to their dealers, No. 89-238-6C concerning this problem. In this bulletin, Chevrolet advises their dealers “on some vehicles there may be a reduced clearance condition between the oil filter and the right drive axle inner boot clamp.” Chevrolet further indicates if this condition does exist, the vehicle should be repaired by replacing the right drive axle inner boot clamp with an “earless” clamp, part No. 7847740.
Since special clamp pliers are required in order to properly perform this repair, we do not recommend the clamp be replaced by anyone other than a certified GM Mechanic at an authorized Chevrolet dealership.
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