| Subject: | Whistle Type Noise Coming From Engine (Replace Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Tube) | 
| Models: | 2005 Buick Terraza | 
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu, Malibu Maxx, Uplander | 
| 2005 Pontiac G6, Montana SV6 | 
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 
| with 3.5L V6 Engine (VIN L [vans] and 8 [cars] -- RPO LX9) | 
This bulletin is being revised to add VIN 8 for cars. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 05-06-01-005A (Section 06 -- Engine/Propulsion System).
Some customers may comment on an audible whistle type noise coming from the engine on acceleration or steady state speed.
Replace the PCV tube with P/N 12601804. If the condition is still present after the replacement of the new PCV tube, replace the upper intake manifold with P/N 12596912.
Part Number  | Description  | 
|---|---|
12601804  | Tube, PCV  | 
12596912  | Intake Manifold, Upper  | 
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation  | Description  | Labor Time  | 
|---|---|---|
J 6002  | Tube, PCV - Replace  | 0.2 hr*  | 
J 0254  | Manifold, Intake (Upper) - Replace  | Use Published Labor operation Time  | 
*This is a new labor time and will be published in the next update to the Labor Time Guide.  | ||