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
- Engine - Poor Fuel Economy/Poor Heater Performance
- TP Sensor - Poor Engine Performance/Mileage
- Engine - Intermittent Miss On Acceleration
- Engine - No Start/Stalling
- Radio/Two-Way Communications - Whine/Buzz
- Heater - Floor Duct Air Distribution Imbalance
- Power Steering Pump - Leakage At Dipstick Cap
- Power Steering Pump -Fluid Leaks At Dipstick Cap
- Engine - Hard Start/No Start/Runs Rough
- Engine - Low Oil Pressure/Oil Sludge Build-Up
- Belt Tensioner - Premature Belt Wear
- Polycast Wheels - Center Cap Loose/Falls Off
- Hubcap - Loose/Missing
- Polycast Wheels - Trim Rings Cannot Be Installed
- Polycast Wheels - Paint Chipping or Peeling
- Power Door Locks - Knob Loose/Strips When Pulled
- A/T - AOD Fluid Leak
- A/T - Fluid Leak At the Cooler Line Connections
- TFI/MAP Connectors - No Start Condition
- Accessory Drive Belt - Squealing Noise
- Front End - Clunk/Pop Noise On Turns
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Alternator - No or Low Output
- Starter - Remains Energized With Engine Running
- Engine - Cranks/No Start/Stalls At Idle
- Engine - Stalling and/or A No Start Condition
- Ignition System - Weak/No Spark
- Distributor - Engine Miss/Low Power
- Engine/Ignition - No Start Condition
- Ignition Coil - Possible Damage From Antitheft Devices
- Ignition Coil - Stumbles/Stalls/Noise In Radio
- Engine - Poor Performance/Low Fuel Pressure
- Engine - Fast Idle Remains On After Warm-Up
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Rear Brakes - Shudder/Vibration
- Engine - Knocking Noise
- Engine Vacuum System - Starting/Driveability Problems
- Intake Heat Control Valve - Ticking Noise
- Fuel Gauge - Fluctuating Reading While Driving
- A/C - Suction Hose/Wiring Harness Damage
- Axle Bearing/Park Brake Cable - Noise
- Stabilizer Bar - Squeak/Grunt/Crunch Noise
- Chassis Components - Cosmetic Surface Rust
- EEC Electrical Connectors - Driveability Concerns
- Power Locks - Rear Door Locks Inoperative
- Front Seat Belt - Does Not Retract In Freezing Weather
- Manual Vent Windows - Hard to Open
- Vent Windows - May Stick to Weatherstrip
- Washer Jet - Oversprays/Aimed Too High
- Engine - Stalls On Deceleration Or At Idle
- Engine - Stalls At Idle
- A/T - Synthetic Fluid Availability
- A/C - Erratic Operation of Auto Temp Control
- Low Oil Level Indicator Lamp - Comes On or Flickers
- Door/Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts to Open
- A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
- A/T - AOD No Forward Drive Condition
- Front Suspension - Noise/Rattle
- A/C Evaporator - Cold Air Leaks/Cold Air Radiation
- Power Door Locks - Will Not Operate
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Seals, Gaskets
- Superceded Bulletins
- 91118 - 05/30/91
- 90148 - 07/05/90
- 89311 - 02/08/89
- 89252 - 12/13/89
- 89193 - 09/20/89
- 891012 - 05/17/89
- 881710 - 08/17/88
- 85412 - 02/21/85
- 85132 - 07/01/85
- 84231 - 11/06/84
- 84223S - 12/05/84
- Windshield and Interior Glass - Fog/Film
- 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
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Splice Procedure
- Electrical - Wiring Harness Terminal Repair Kit
- Electrical Diode - Identification/Service Replacements
- Charging - Generator Discharge/Damaged Connector
- Brakes - Occasional or Intermittent Squeal
- Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensors - Silicone Contamination
- 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
- 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 - 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
- A/C - New `Tee' Type Service Adapter Tool
- Engine - Poor Fuel Economy/Poor Heater Performance
- 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
- Adhesives and Sealants - Availability and Usage
- TP Sensor - Poor Engine Performance/Mileage
- Throttle Position Sensor - Diagnostic Tips
- Engine Compartment Wiring - Connector Service
- Fuel Filter - Replacement Information
- Engine - Intermittent Miss On Acceleration
- Engine - No Start/Stalling
- Fuel Pump - Noise
- Radio/Two-Way Communications - Whine/Buzz
- Electric Fuel Pump - New Service Procedure
- Brakes - Rotor Service Update
- Brakes - Intermittent Brake Squeal
- Spark Plugs - Shorting/Altered Scope Pattern
- Heater - Floor Duct Air Distribution Imbalance
- A/C - Orifice Tube Replacement Service Kit
- Air Conditioning - Approved Flushing Procedures
- Heater Core - Leakage Diagnostic Tips
- Steering Rack - New Service Procedure
- Steering Gear Mount - New Design
- Power Steering Pump - Leakage At Dipstick Cap
- Power Steering Pump -Fluid Leaks At Dipstick Cap
- Engine - Hard Start/No Start/Runs Rough
- Cooling System - New System Diagnostics
- Crankshaft Seal - Leaks, Air Pressure Test
- Engine - Low Oil Pressure/Oil Sludge Build-Up
- Belt Tensioner - Premature Belt Wear
- Front/Rear Suspension - Spring Usage
- Wheels - Loss Of Balance Weights
- Aluminum Wheels - Wear/Corrosion Damage
- Polycast Wheels - Center Cap Loose/Falls Off
- Hubcap - Loose/Missing
- Polycast Wheels - Trim Rings Cannot Be Installed
- Polycast Wheels - Paint Chipping or Peeling
- Tires - Field Service Locations/Representatives
- Aluminum Wheel - New Improved Wrench Adapter
- Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
- Wheel Stud - Removal Procedure
- Door Locks - Inoperative Due to Rustproofing
- Power Door Locks - Knob Loose/Strips When Pulled
- Window Regulator Handle - Improved Attachment
- Rear Axle - New Axle Service Identification Tag
- A/T - AOD Fluid Leak
- A/T - Auxiliary Cooler Service Tips
- Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
- A/T - Fluid Leak At the Cooler Line Connections
- MAP and BAP Sensor - Application Chart
- EEC IV MAP Sensor - New Part Numbers/Applications
- TFI/MAP Connectors - No Start Condition
- A/T - AOD Service Tip/Manual Update
- A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure
- Throttle Valve - Control Pressure Specification Revision
- Fuel System - Injector Tester/Cleaner Service Tips
- PCM - Incorrect Part Number Identification
- EGO Sensors - Silicone Contamination
- EVP Sensors - Non Interchangeable
- 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
- EGR Solenoids - Contamination
- Accessory Drive Belt - Squealing Noise
- Rear Brakes - Squealing Noise
- Front End - Clunk/Pop Noise On Turns
- Brake Caliper Pin - New Service Part
- Battery - Test Procedure
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Battery - Premature Discharging Diagnostics
- Alternator - No or Low Output
- Starter - Remains Energized With Engine Running
- Engine - Cranks/No Start/Stalls At Idle
- Ignition System Resistance - Manual Revision
- Duraspark II Ignition - Revised Applications
- 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
- Distributor - Engine Miss/Low Power
- Engine/Ignition - No Start Condition
- Ignition Coil - Possible Damage From Antitheft Devices
- Ignition System - Diagnostics Manual Correction
- Ignition Coil - Stumbles/Stalls/Noise In Radio
- Spark Plug/Coil Wire - Resistance, Manual Correction
- Ignition System - Octane Rod Replacement Deletion
- Engine - Poor Performance/Low Fuel Pressure
- EEC IV Power Relay - Shop Manual Revisions/Updates
- PCV Valve - Recommended Replacement Schedule
- Recall - Catalytic Converter Replacement
- Air Supply Control Valves Revision On Manual
- Engine - Fast Idle Remains On After Warm-Up
- Speed Control - Diagnostic Procedure Revision
- Radio - Improper Stereo Light Operation
- AM/FM Cassette Radio - Dial Lighting Dim
- Radio/Cassette - Stereo/Mono Switching
- 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
- Rear Brakes - Shudder/Vibration
- Engine - Oil Dipstick May Not Be Read Correctly
- Engine - Knocking Noise
- Engine Vacuum System - Starting/Driveability Problems
- Intake Heat Control Valve - Ticking Noise
- Fuel Gauge - Fluctuating Reading While Driving
- Fuel Pump/Sender - Erratic Operation Prevention
- Speedometer/Odometer - Inaccurate Readings
- A/C - Suction Hose/Wiring Harness Damage
- Axle Bearing/Park Brake Cable - Noise
- Stabilizer Bar - Squeak/Grunt/Crunch Noise
- Chassis Components - Cosmetic Surface Rust
- Antitheft Devices - Installation Precautions
- Emission Diagnosis - 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
- Fuel System - Liquid/Vapor Leak Detection
- EEC Electrical Connectors - Driveability Concerns
- EEC IV - Invalid/Erratic Service Codes
- EEC IV Pinpoint Test - Shop Manual Correction
- Electronic Modules - Protection From Static Electricity
- Electrical/Electronic/Fuel Induction - Glossary
- Tailgate - Hinge/Latch Release Adjustment Revision
- Power Locks - Rear Door Locks Inoperative
- Safety Belt - Tongue Cover Now Available
- Front Seat Belt - Does Not Retract In Freezing Weather
- Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film
- Manual Vent Windows - Hard to Open
- Vent Windows - May Stick to Weatherstrip
- Glass - Iridescence or Mottling In Tempered Glass
- Washer Jet - Oversprays/Aimed Too High
- Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tips
- A/T - AOD Slip/Bump On Upshift/Downshift
- A/T - AOD Diagnostic Information
- A/T - AOD Production Changes
- A/T - New Rotunda Fluid Changer Service Tip
- A/T - AOD Auxiliary Cooler Service Tips
- A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
- A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
- A/T - EEC Trouble Codes
- A/T - Diagnostic Trouble Codes for 1983-1992
- A/T - APOD No Forward after Coast Down From 4th Gear
- A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings
- A/T - Front Bushing Wear
- A/T - Math Formulas Part I
- A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs
- A/T - Math Part II
- A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
- Engine - Stalls On Deceleration Or At Idle
- Engine - Stalls At Idle
- A/T - Synthetic Fluid Availability
- A/T, M/T - New `Mercon' Transmission Fluid
- A/T, M/T - Fluid Usage Chart
- A/C - Erratic Operation of Auto Temp Control
- Ignition Timing - Spout Connector Locations
- Low Oil Level Indicator Lamp - Comes On or Flickers
- Driveability TSB's - Summary
- Oil Leak - Rotunda Black Light Diagnostic Procedures
- Wiring - Diagram Symbol Explanantion
- 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
- Fuel System - Pressure Test Gauge Tool Update
- Fuel System - Technician's Glossary
- Speed Control - New Rotunda Tester Information
- Door/Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts to Open
- Safety Belts - Service Procedure, Manual Revision
- Paint - Cosmetic Damage From Airborn Materials
- Paint - New Exterior Colors/Codes
- 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
- A/C - Pressure Cycling Switch Diagnostic Procedure
- A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
- Electrical Diode - Identification and Replacement
- A/T - AOD Orifice Control Valve Plug Retainer
- A/T - AOD Main Control Revisions
- A/T - AOD No Forward Drive Condition
- A/T - AOD Main Control Valve Body Gasket
- A/T - AOD Separator Plate Gasket Changes
- A/T - C3/A4LD - Upshift/Downshift Slippage/Leaks
- Engine - No Start/Idles Rough/Knock When Cold
- Distributor Stator - Replacement Procedure
- A/T - AOD Revision to Shop Manual
- Front Suspension - Noise/Rattle
- Recall 85V068000: Power Brake Booster Replacement
- 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
- A/C Coupling - Cleaning Procedures
- A/C - Spring Lock Coupling Service
- Air Conditioning - O Ring Removal Service Tip
- A/C - New Refrigerant O-Rings
- A/C Evaporator - Cold Air Leaks/Cold Air Radiation
- Power Door Locks - Will Not Operate
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Ignition Timing Procedure - Manual Update
- Rotunda Gas Chek Kit - Requires Modification
- Fuel - California Reformulated Gasoline
- Brakes - Noise Diagosis/Repair TSB Sumary