ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE EXCHANGE PROGRAM

Models Affected: All

To ensure that replacement ECM units are returned as soon as possible, ECM units are excluded from the normal 30 day parts retention policy as presented in Section I, Part VII, of the current Buick Service Policies and Procedures Manual. ECM's are to be returned to WDDGM Parts Distribution Centers weekly in accordance with Section IV, Item G, 9 of the current GM Dealer Parts and Accessories Policies and Procedures Manual.

Elimination of the 30 day retention period for ECM units will speed analysis and resolution of any reported malfunctions. It will also result in earlier receipt for credit of ECM cores.

A two-part ECM Return Tag is included in the remanufactured ECM container. All areas of the tag are to be properly completed for all ECM's returned for repair. After completion of the tag, the extra copy is to be attached to the scrapping copy of the repair order and retained for disposition by the Buick Zone Representative.

Please make sure all affected personnel review this bulletin to insure all replaced ECM units are promptly returned and ECM tags are processed properly.

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