Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Customer Interest
- A/C - Musty Odor Coming From Vents
- Fuel Pump - Buzzing/Humming After Engine Shut Down
- TPS - Hesitation/Stalls/High Idle Speed
- Engine - Rough Idling Condition
- Engine - Hard Cold Starts/Hesitation/Stalls On Start-Up
- Engine - Surge/Stumble/Poor Acceleration
- Engine - Intermittent Miss On Acceleration
- Radio/Two-Way Communications - Whine/Buzz
- Front Disc Brakes - Squealing Noise
- Steering Gear - Leak At the Input Shaft
- Power Steering Pump - Leakage At Dipstick Cap
- Power Steering Pump -Fluid Leaks At Dipstick Cap
- Engine - Metal to Metal Noise
- Crossmember - Powertrain Moan/Drone Noise
- Frame/Crossmember - Snapping/Popping Noise
- Ball Joint - Clunk Noise From Front End
- Frame - Popping or Creaking Noise
- Door Lock Cylinder - Loose in Replacement Door
- Driveshaft - Moan at 35 To 45 MPH
- A/T - AOD Fluid Leak
- A/T - AOD Harsh/Delayed Shifting
- M/T - Clutch Fluid Leaks/Incomplete Release
- M/T - Gear Clash and Hard Shifting
- Fuel Injector - Rough Idle/Stall After Hot Soak
- Engine - Hesitation/Lack Of Power/Rough Idle
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Alternator - No or Low Output
- Alternator - Discharge
- Alternator/Regulator - Driveability Concerns
- EEC IV - Incorrect Parts Causing Error Codes
- Instrument Cluster Warning Lights - Dimly Lit
- Engine - Cranks/No Start/Stalls At Idle
- Tape Player - Ignition Noise Through Speakers
- Engine - Stalling and/or A No Start Condition
- Ignition System - Weak/No Spark
- Engine/Ignition - No Start Condition
- Ignition Coil - Stumbles/Stalls/Noise In Radio
- Engine - Hard Starting/Long Crank Times
- Air Filter - Snow/Dirt or Water Ingestion
- Exhaust System - Noise/Vibration
- Engine - Lacks Power At Full Throttle
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Engine - Knocking Noise
- Engine Vacuum System - Starting/Driveability Problems
- Steering - Vehicle Drifting/Pulling
- Body/Frame - Windnoise Identification and Correction
- Roof Sheet Metal - Cracks On Roof Panel
- Vehicle - Moaning/Droaning at 55 to 65 MPH
- EEC Electrical Connectors - Driveability Concerns
- Steering - Pulls Left When Braking
- Manual Vent Windows - Difficult to Open
- Manual Vent Windows - Hard to Open
- Vent Windows - May Stick to Weatherstrip
- A/T - Synthetic Fluid Availability
- Engine - Spark Knock/Hesitation/Surge/Stumble
- Door/Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts to Open
- A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
- Exhaust - White or Grayish White Smoke
- Stereo Cassette - Ignition Noise/Alternator Whine
- Speed Control - Loss Of Speed Going Up Grades
- Front Drive Axle - Leaks Lubricant From Vent
- Emissions - Maintenance Light Stays ON
- Heater - Plenum Wind Whistle
- Door Glass Run Assembly - Drops Out of Channel
- Vehicle - Cab Boom/Vibration
- Transfer Case - 4WD to 2WD Jump Out Condition
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Steering - Pulling or Drifting
- Steering - Pull or Drift
- Front Drive Axle - Spindle Seal Premature Wear
- Labor/Parts Updates
- Seals, Gaskets
- Superceded Bulletins
- 9174 - 04/05/91
- 91118 - 05/30/91
- 91109 - 05/15/91
- 90819 - 04/11/90
- 90148 - 07/05/90
- 90137 - 06/20/90
- 90128 - 06/07/90
- 90119 - 05/23/90
- 89311 - 02/08/89
- 89252 - 12/13/89
- 891913 - 09/20/89
- 89165 - 08/09/89
- 891012 - 05/17/89
- 882614 - 12/21/88
- 88246 - 11/23/88
- 88245 - 11/23/88
- 881710 - 08/17/88
- 8798 - 05/06/87
- 85132 - 07/01/85
- 84231 - 11/06/84
- 83426 - 02/22/83
- 831915 - 09/20/83
- Body - Roof Cracking
- Paint - Comprehensive Peel Repair Procedures
- Frame Rivets - Damaged/Loose
- A/C - Identification Of Non Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Approved Flushing Procedures
- Air Conditioning - Musty or Mildew Type Odors
- A/C System - Musty/Mildew Odors
- A/C - O Ring Removal From Spring Lock Coupling
- Frame - Popping/Creaking noise
- Frame/Suspension - Popping/Creaking Noise
- Frame - Rivet Replacement With Bolts, Service Tip
- Frame - Damaged or Loose Rivets
- Frame Crossmember - Snapping/Popping Sounds
- Suspension - Clunk Noise From Ball Joints
- Power Steering Gear - Leak Fluid At the Input Shaft
- Wire Splicing And Wire Harness- Terminal Repair Kit
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Wire Splice Procedure
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair And Wire Splice Kit
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Wire Splice Repair
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Splice Procedure
- Electrical - Wiring Harness Terminal Repair Kit
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kits
- Wire Harness Terminal and Connector - Repair Kit
- Wire Harness - New Terminal Repair Kit
- Electrical Diode - Identification/Service Replacements
- Charging - Generator Discharge/Damaged Connector
- Brakes - Occasional or Intermittent Squeal
- A/T - New Transmission Cooler Flusher/Service Tip
- Torque Converter - Metal To Metal Sound
- Stumble/Rough Idle Install Deposit Resistant Injectors
- EEC IV - Adaptive Strategy
- Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensors - Silicone Contamination
- Exhaust System - Buzz or Rattle Noise
- Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noises
- Exhaust System - Rattling/Buzzing Noise
- Exhaust System - Buzz/Rattle Noise
- Heater Core - Repeated Failure
- Cooling System - Diagnosis Procedure
- Engine - Metal To Metal Sound
- A/C System - New A/C Filter Kit
- A/C - New Filter to Prevent Compressor Damage
- A/C System - New Filter Kit
- Air Conditioning - Prevent Damage to Compressor
- A/C - Refrigerant Filtering Tips
- A/C - Refrigerant Filtering Service Tips
- A/C System - Refrigerant Filtering Service Tips
- Wheels - Proper Lug Torque Procedures
- Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tip
- A/T - Transmission Fluid Usage Charts
- Automatic Transmission - Fluid Usage Charts
- A/C - Filter Kit Installation After Replacing Compressor
- A/C Compressor Replacement - Refrigerant Filtering
- A/C System - Use of R12 Refrigerant Substitutes
- Air Conditioning - Filtering Refrigerant
- A/C - Non Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Approved/Alternate Refrigerants
- A/C - Identification of Non-Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Identifying Non-Approved Refrigerants
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Brakes - Noise Diagosis/Repair TSB Sumary
- Overview
- Brake Noise Description and Application Chart
- Article No. 85-4-31
- Article No. 86-12-5
- Article No. 86-19-5
- Article No. 87-8-14
- Article No. 87-13-20
- Article No. 87-16-7
- Article No. 87-20-14
- Article No. 87-20-15
- Article No. 87-23-11
- Article No. 88-13-7
- Article No. 88-14-6
- Article No. 88-20-6
- Article No. 88-21-2
- Article No. 88-25-9
- Article No. 89-1-13
- A/C - Musty Odor Coming From Vents
- Air Conditioning - Odor Service Procedure
- A/C System - Service TSB List
- Air Conditioning - Return of Obsolete Filter Kits
- A/C - Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement
- Steering - Returnability Diagnostics
- Adhesives and Sealants - Availability and Usage
- Electrical - New Terminal Grease Released For Service
- Fuel Pump - Buzzing/Humming After Engine Shut Down
- TPS - Hesitation/Stalls/High Idle Speed
- TPS Mounting Screws - Hard to Remove
- Throttle Position Sensor - Application Chart
- Engine - Rough Idling Condition
- Engine Compartment Wiring - Connector Service
- Engine - Hard Cold Starts/Hesitation/Stalls On Start-Up
- Fuel Filter - Replacement Information
- Engine - Surge/Stumble/Poor Acceleration
- Engine - Intermittent Miss On Acceleration
- Radio/Two-Way Communications - Whine/Buzz
- Front Disc Brakes - Squealing Noise
- Brakes - Intermittent Brake Squeal
- Air Conditioning - Approved Flushing Procedures
- Heater Core - Leakage Diagnostic Tips
- Steering Gear - Leak At the Input Shaft
- Power Steering Pump - Leakage At Dipstick Cap
- Power Steering Pump -Fluid Leaks At Dipstick Cap
- Engine - Spark Knock Diagnostic Procedure
- Engine - Metal to Metal Noise
- Cooling System - New System Diagnostics
- Aluminum Radiator - Repair Precautions
- Radiators - Shop Manual Supplement
- Crankshaft Seal - Leaks, Air Pressure Test
- Crossmember - Powertrain Moan/Drone Noise
- Frame/Crossmember - Snapping/Popping Noise
- Ball Joint - Clunk Noise From Front End
- Tires - Best Pressure For Load Application
- Front Tires - Irregular Wear Pattern
- Tire Wear - Toe Set Prior Vehicle Service
- Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
- Frame - Rivet Replacement with Bolts Service Tip
- Frame - Popping or Creaking Noise
- Door Lock Cylinder - Loose in Replacement Door
- Window Regulator Handle - Improved Attachment
- Driveshaft - Moan at 35 To 45 MPH
- Rear Axle - Pinion Angle Adjustments
- Four Wheel Drive (4 X 4) - General Information
- Transfer Case - Difficult Shifting
- A/T - AOD Fluid Leak
- Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
- EEC IV MAP Sensor - New Part Numbers/Applications
- A/T - AOD Service Tip/Manual Update
- A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure
- A/T - AOD Harsh/Delayed Shifting
- M/T - Clutch Fluid Leaks/Incomplete Release
- M/T - Gear Clash and Hard Shifting
- Driveshaft - Double Cardan U-Joint Lubrication
- Fuel Injector - Rough Idle/Stall After Hot Soak
- Engine - Rough Idle or Stumble
- Engine - Hesitation/Lack Of Power/Rough Idle
- Fuel System - Injector Tester/Cleaner Service Tips
- Body/Frame - Arc Welding Precautions
- Engine Control - Quick Test Code 25
- EGO Sensors - Silicone Contamination
- EVP Sensor - Manual Revision
- Overview
- 1985 Pinpoint Tests - DM - EGR, EVP and EVR
- 1985 Pinpoint Tests - Fa - Neutral Drive Switch -A/C Input
- 1986 (EGR) Systems Functional Diagnosis
- 1986 Quick Test: Continuous Self-Test 6.0
- Pinpoint Test - DN - EGR - EVP & EVR
- Fuel Injection - Shop Manual Revisions
- EGR Solenoids - Contamination
- Front Drive Axle - Dana 44 New Wheel Bearing Locknuts
- Auxiliary Battery Relay - Improved Design
- Battery - Test Procedure
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Alternator - No or Low Output
- Alternator - Replacement Precautions
- Alternator - Discharge
- Alternator/Regulator - Driveability Concerns
- EEC IV - Incorrect Parts Causing Error Codes
- Instrument Cluster Warning Lights - Dimly Lit
- Engine - Cranks/No Start/Stalls At Idle
- Ignition System Resistance - Manual Revision
- Tape Player - Ignition Noise Through Speakers
- TFI Module/PIP Sensor - New Diagnostic Procedure
- Engine - Stalling and/or A No Start Condition
- Ignition System - Weak/No Spark
- EEC Universal Distributor - Drive Gear Removal Tool
- Engine/Ignition - No Start Condition
- Ignition - Coil Durability/Radio Frequency Interference
- Ignition System - Diagnostics Manual Correction
- Ignition Coil - Stumbles/Stalls/Noise In Radio
- Engine - Hard Starting/Long Crank Times
- Recall - Fuel Line Retainer Clip Installation
- Recall 84V162000: Fuel Rail Inspection/Replacement
- Fuel Line - Retainer Clip Part Numbers
- Fuel Line - Disconnect Service Tool
- Fuel Line Spring Lock Coupling - Service Procedures
- Air Intake System - Water Entry
- Air Filter - Snow/Dirt or Water Ingestion
- Emission Maintenance Warning Module - Service
- Exhaust System - Noise/Vibration
- Engine - Lacks Power At Full Throttle
- Radio - Improper Stereo Light Operation
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Seat/Shoulder Belts - General Service Information
- Overview
- Section 1 -Identification of Seat Belt System Types For Model Years 1974-1985
- Section 2-Description of Seat Belt System For Model Years 1974-1985
- A.Continuous Loop Three-Point Shoulder/Lap Belt - System With Moveable Tongue and One Retractor - 1976 to Present Cars and Ligh
- B.Dual Retractor Three-Point Shoulder/Lap System - 1974 to 1983 Cars and Light Trucks and 1974 to 1985 Econolines and Club Wago
- C.Two-Point System - Center Front/Rear and Rear Seat Lap Belts
- Section 3-Functional Test Procedure For Shoulder Harness
- Section 4-Functional Test Procedure For Lap Belts and Retractor
- Section 5-Seat Belt Procedure After an Accident
- Section 6-Cleaning Belt Webbing
- Section 7-Service Parts
- Section 8-Service Recalls Involving Seat Belts
- Section 9-TSB's Involving Seat Belts
- Engine - Oil Dipstick May Not Be Read Correctly
- Engine - Knocking Noise
- Engine Vacuum System - Starting/Driveability Problems
- Starter - Motor Current Draw Revision
- Starter Motor Brushes - Replacement Revision
- Fuel Pump/Sender - Erratic Operation Prevention
- Temperature Gauge - Reads Low/Erratic
- Speedometer/Odometer - Inaccurate Readings
- Front Crankshaft Seal - Design Change
- Steering - Vehicle Drifting/Pulling
- Front Drive Axle - Identification Tags
- Suspension - Vehicle Lean or Spring Sag
- Body/Frame - Windnoise Identification and Correction
- Roof Sheet Metal - Cracks On Roof Panel
- Antitheft Devices - Installation Precautions
- Emission Diagnosis - Manual Revisions
- Maintenance - Manual Revisions
- EEC IV Emissions Diagnosis - Supplemental Information
- Overview
- EEC IV - Pinpoint Tests - All Vehicles 1986 19-253A
- EEC-IV Quick Test-All Engines 1987 16-15
- EEC IV - Pinpoint Tests - All Vehicles 1987 19-3
- Carburetors, Fuel Charging Assemblies, Throttle Bodies and Injectors 1988
- EEC-IV -Quick Test -All Engines 1988 16-11
- Quick Test:Engine Running Self-Test
- Appendix:Self-Test With "Check Engine" Light (MIL)
- Reference Voltage
- EGR Valve Position Sensor (EVP) Control/Vent (EGRC/EGRV)
- Vane Airflow Sensor (VAF)
- Pressure Feedback EGR (PFE) EGR Valve Regulator (EVR)
- EGR Valve Position Sensor (EVP) EGR Valve Regulator (EVR)
- Fuel Control
- Fuel Pump Circuit
- Idle Speed Control (Bypass Air)
- WOT A/C Cutoff (WAC) A/C Demand
- RE-Initialization Check
- System Check
- Transmission - AXOD
- Integrated Controller
- Emission Control System - Technician's Glossary
- Vehicle - Moaning/Droaning at 55 to 65 MPH
- EEC Electrical Connectors - Driveability Concerns
- EEC IV - Invalid/Erratic Service Codes
- EEC IV Pinpoint Test - Shop Manual Correction
- Electronic Modules - Protection From Static Electricity
- Vehicle - Welding Precautions
- Electrical/Electronic/Fuel Induction - Glossary
- Steering - Pulls Left When Braking
- Door Latches - Adjustment/Modification Prohibition
- Safety Belt - Tongue Cover Now Available
- Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film
- Recall 93E039000: Incorrect Glass Markings
- Manual Vent Windows - Difficult to Open
- Manual Vent Windows - Hard to Open
- Vent Windows - May Stick to Weatherstrip
- Engine - Oil Level Checking Procedure
- Engine Coolant - Recycled Coolant Not Authorized
- Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tips
- Brake Hoses - Wet Appearance
- A/T - AOD Diagnostic Information
- A/T - AOD Production Changes
- A/T - New Rotunda Fluid Changer Service Tip
- A/T - Transmission Flush and Fill Tool Available
- A/T - AOD Identifying Valve Bodies
- A/T - AOD New Information/Clutch Return Spring Tension
- A/T - AOD 3-4 Accumulator Change
- A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
- A/T - AOD 4th Gear Complaints
- A/T - Direct Clutch Failure/Excessive Case Bore Wear
- A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
- A/T - EEC Trouble Codes
- A/T - Diagnostic Trouble Codes for 1983-1992
- A/T - AODE Cooler Return Line Filter Installation
- A/T - AOD Burned Or Slipping Direct Clutch
- A/T - AOD Planetary Gear Set Deterioration
- A/T - Shudder or Vibration During Coastdown 4-3 Shift
- A/T - AOD Reverse Drum Changes
- A/T - Pressure Tap Locations
- A/T - AOD Rough 1-2 Shift After Overhaul
- A/T - Overdrive in 2nd Gear and Lockout/Binds in 1st
- A/T - AOD Torque Converter Identification
- A/T - AOD Rebuild Tips
- A/T - 3-2 Too Sensitive, or No Part Throttle Downshift
- A/T - AOD Relief Valves For Valve Bodies
- A/T - AOD High Pitched Noise In All Ranges
- A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings
- A/T - AOD No End Play/Overdrive Band Burned
- A/T - AOD No Fourth Gear
- A/T - Front Bushing Wear
- A/T - AOD Burned Overdrive Band/End Play after Rebuild
- A/T - AOD Loss of Governor Pressure Through Valve Body
- A/T - Harsh 1-2 Upshift or Slide Bump 1-2 Upshift
- A/T - Sprag Rotation
- A/T - AOD Kills Engine In Reverse and/or Forward Gears
- A/T - AOD Failure In Rear Of Transmission/No Lubrication
- A/T - AOD No Manual Low Gear
- A/T - Rear Planet Failure/Lack Of Lubrication
- A/T - AOD Governor Pressure Leaks
- A/T - Math Formulas Part I
- A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs
- A/T - Math Part II
- A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
- M/T - T19 Lubricant and Information Update
- A/T - Synthetic Fluid Availability
- A/T, M/T - New `Mercon' Transmission Fluid
- A/T - Mercon V ATF Usage
- Driveability TSB's - Summary
- Engine - New Gasket Sealer
- Oil Leak - Rotunda Black Light Diagnostic Procedures
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit
- Wiring - Circuit Color Code Elimination
- Wiring - Circuit Number/Color Code Charts
- Wiring - Continuity Testing of Connector Terminals
- Wiring - Electrical System Troubleshooting Tips
- Wire Harness Terminal and Connector - Service Kit
- Engine - Spark Knock/Hesitation/Surge/Stumble
- Engine - Fuel Economy Service Tips
- Speed Control - New Rotunda Tester Information
- Clutch - Hydraulic System Diagnosis
- Door/Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts to Open
- Safety Belts - Service Procedure, Manual Revision
- Paint - Cosmetic Damage From Airborn Materials
- Lower Body Stone Protection - Repair Procedure
- Paint - Peel Repair Procedures Update
- Paint - Preparation Procedure And MSDS Information
- Fleet Colors - Revised Paint Code Numbers
- Paint - Revised Prices
- Exterior Paint - Comprehensive Repair Procedures
- Overview
- Section A Has Been Superseded By TSB # 9264, Dated 3/92.
- (B) Paint Exterior Color Peeling From Ultra Violet Light
- (C) Lower Body Stone Protection Repair Tips
- (D) Procedure For PVC Body Side Moldings
- (E) Lower Body-Side Stone Chip Protection Program
- (F) Surface Defect Removal Without Repainting
- (G) Color Compatible Spray Primer Chart
- (H) Paint Repair For Tinted Clear Coat
- (I) Paintable Plastics
- (J) 1992 Paint Color Codes
- Paint - Iron Particle Removal
- A/C - Pressure Cycling Switch Diagnostic Procedure
- A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
- Exhaust - White or Grayish White Smoke
- Electrical Diode - Identification and Replacement
- A/T - AOD Revised Valve Body Assembly
- A/T - AOD Orifice Control Valve Plug Retainer
- A/T - AOD Main Control Revisions
- A/T - AOD Main Control Valve Body Gasket
- A/T - AOD Separator Plate Gasket Changes
- Drivetrain - Lubricant Usage
- Engine - No Start/Idles Rough/Knock When Cold
- Distributor Stator - Replacement Procedure
- A/T - AOD New Overdrive Band Anchor Pin
- Stereo Cassette - Ignition Noise/Alternator Whine
- Speed Control - Loss Of Speed Going Up Grades
- Front Drive Axle - Leaks Lubricant From Vent
- A/C - R12 Refrigerant Service Tips
- A/C - R12 Refrigerant Substitutes Service Tip
- R-12 Refrigerant - Substitutes
- Air Conditioning - Use of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye
- A/C - Identification of Non Approved Refrigerants
- Emissions - Maintenance Light Stays ON
- M/T - M40D New Mainshaft Bearings
- A/C Coupling - Cleaning Procedures
- Air Conditioning - O Ring Removal Service Tip
- A/C - New Refrigerant O-Rings
- Heater - Plenum Wind Whistle
- Door Glass Run Assembly - Drops Out of Channel
- Vehicle - Cab Boom/Vibration
- Transfer Case - 4WD to 2WD Jump Out Condition
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Ignition Timing Procedure - Manual Update
- Rotunda Gas Chek Kit - Requires Modification
- Fuel - California Reformulated Gasoline
- Steering - Pulling or Drifting
- Steering - Pull or Drift
- Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips
- M/T - Sealant Usage
- Front Drive Axle - Spindle Seal Premature Wear
- M/T - Mercon(R) V ATF Usage Information
- Brakes - Noise Diagosis/Repair TSB Sumary