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
- Heater - Inadequate Output
- Radio/Two-Way Communications - Whine/Buzz
- Brakes - Roughness During Application
- Front Disc Brakes - Clicking Noise
- A/C Compressor - Clutch Slippage
- Blower Motor - Chirping/Squeaking
- Front Suspension - Rubbing/Scraping Noise
- Steering Gear Input Shaft Seal - Fluid Leak
- Engine - Hard Start/No Start/Runs Rough
- Oil Filter - Radiator Tube Interference
- Alignment - Outside Edge Tire Wear
- Rear Door Weatherstrip - Water Leaks To Interior
- A/T - Fluid Leak At the Cooler Line Connections
- Rear Brakes - Squealing Noise
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Battery - Low State of Charge
- Alternator - No or Low Output
- Alternator - Discharge
- Starter - Remains Energized With Engine Running
- Instrument Cluster Warning Lights - Dimly Lit
- Engine - Induction Noise During Acceleration
- Accelerator Pedal - High Operating Efforts
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Glow Plugs/Tachometer - Erratic Operation
- Headlamp - Lens Moisture Diagnosis/Tips
- Stabilizer Bar - Squeak/Grunt/Crunch Noise
- Front/Rear Stabilizer Bar Bushings - Squeak/Grunt Noise
- Chassis Components - Cosmetic Surface Rust
- Roof/`A' Pillar - Water Leaks To Interior
- Exhaust - Squeaky Flex Joint Gasket
- Power Door Locks - Are Inoperative
- Door Speakers - Distorted Sound Quality
- Front Door Locks - Power Latch Inoperative
- Manual Vent Windows - Hard to Open
- Vent Windows - May Stick to Weatherstrip
- Outside Rear View Mirror - Vibrates
- A/T - Synthetic Fluid Availability
- Speedometer/Speed Control - Inoperative
- Door/Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts to Open
- Exterior Clearcoat - Cracking/Eroding/Peeling Off
- A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
- A/T - ATX Shift Problems
- Right Hand Cowl Area - Noise/Squeak
- Body/Frame - Squeak From Cowl Area
- Shift Lever - Cannot Be Pulled Out of Park Position
- M/T - Jumps Out of 2nd or 4th Gear
- Front Seat Trim Cover - Loose and/or Baggy
- Seat Back - (Passenger Front) Movement When Braking
- Labor/Parts Updates
- Seals, Gaskets
- Superceded Bulletins
- 91237 - 11/13/91
- 91118 - 05/30/91
- 90148 - 07/05/90
- 90146 - 07/15/90
- 90113 - 05/23/90
- 89252 - 12/13/89
- 86111 - 01/13/86
- 85412 - 02/21/85
- 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
- Blower Motor - Chirping/Squeaking At Low Speeds
- Blower Motor - Chirping or Squeaking Noise
- 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 - Special Lubricant Requirements
- Brake Rotor - Machining With On-Vehicle Equipment
- Brakes - Occasional or Intermittent Squeal
- A/T - New Transmission Cooler Flusher/Service Tip
- A/T - ATX Shift Concerns
- EEC IV - Quick Test Code 22
- Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noises
- Exhaust System - Rattling/Buzzing Noise
- Exhaust System - Buzz/Rattle Noise
- Heater Core - Repeated Failure
- Cooling System - Diagnosis Procedure
- A/T - Fluid Application Charts
- 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
- Brakes - Vibration Prevention Service tip
- 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
- Shop Manual Correction.
- 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
- Heater - Inadequate Output
- A/C System - Service TSB List
- Automatic Temperature Control - New Connector Design
- Air Conditioning - Return of Obsolete Filter Kits
- A/C - Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement
- Adhesives and Sealants - Availability and Usage
- Electrical - New Terminal Grease Released For Service
- Engine Compartment Wiring - Connector Service
- Fuel Filter - Replacement Information
- Radio/Two-Way Communications - Whine/Buzz
- Electric Fuel Pump - New Service Procedure
- Brakes - Rotor Service Update
- Brakes - Roughness During Application
- Front Disc Brakes - Clicking Noise
- Brakes - Intermittent Brake Squeal
- Valve and Seat - Refacing, Shop Manual Revision
- Graphic Display - False or No Warnings
- A/C Compressor - Clutch Slippage
- Blower Motor - Chirping/Squeaking
- A/C - Orifice Tube Replacement Service Kit
- Air Conditioning - Approved Flushing Procedures
- Heater Core - Leakage Diagnostic Tips
- Front Suspension - Rubbing/Scraping Noise
- Recall 85V086000: Rear Suspension Bolts Fracture
- Recall 85V145000: Rear Suspension Bolts Fracture
- Inner Tie Rod - Replacement Procedure
- Steering Gear Input Shaft Seal - Fluid Leak
- Steering Gear - Service Replacement Gear
- Steering Gear - Simplified Valve Seal Service
- Steering Gear - Attaching Hardware
- Engine - Hard Start/No Start/Runs Rough
- Engine Assembly - Shop Manual Revision
- Engine Oil Control Plug - Revised Service Procedure
- Aluminum Oil Pan - Heli-Coil Repair of Drain Plug
- Cooling System - New System Diagnostics
- Cooling Fan Schematic - Manual Revision
- Electric Cooling Fan - Usage Chart
- Thermostat Housing - Blind Hole For PVS Control Valve
- Aluminum Radiator - Repair Precautions
- Oil Filter - Radiator Tube Interference
- Crankshaft Seal - Leaks, Air Pressure Test
- Muffler - Drain Hole Misdiagnosis
- Front/Rear Suspension - Spring Usage
- Wheels - Loss Of Balance Weights
- Aluminum Wheels - Wear/Corrosion Damage
- Alignment - Outside Edge Tire Wear
- Tires - Michelin TRX Availability
- Tires - Field Service Locations/Representatives
- Aluminum Wheel - New Improved Wrench Adapter
- Wheel Bolts - New, Shorter Front Wheel Bolts
- Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
- Door Locks - Inoperative Due to Rustproofing
- Power Window Regulator - Counterbalance Spring
- Window Regulator Handle - Improved Attachment
- Rear Door Weatherstrip - Water Leaks To Interior
- Front Door Weatherstrips - Shredded/Worn
- Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
- A/T - Fluid Leak At the Cooler Line Connections
- A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure
- Recall 85V134000: Electronic Engine Control Processor
- EVP Sensors - Non Interchangeable
- Rear Brakes - Squealing Noise
- Battery - Test Procedure
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Battery - Low State of Charge
- Alternator - No or Low Output
- Alternator/Regulator - Integral Design Service Procedure
- Alternator - Discharge
- Alternator Light - Comes ON at Idle
- Starter - Remains Energized With Engine Running
- Instrument Cluster Warning Lights - Dimly Lit
- Engine - Induction Noise During Acceleration
- Accelerator Pedal - High Operating Efforts
- Radio - Improper Stereo Light Operation
- AM/FM Cassette Radio - Dial Lighting Dim
- 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
- Brake Rotor - Machining Equipment/Warranty Information
- Fuel Pump/Sender - Erratic Operation Prevention
- Fuel Tank Sending Unit - Connector Replacement
- Temperature Gauge - Reads Low/Erratic
- Speedometer/Odometer - Inaccurate Readings
- Glow Plugs/Tachometer - Erratic Operation
- Headlamp - Lens Moisture Diagnosis/Tips
- A/C Discharge Hose - Obsolete Part return
- Campaign - Cylinder Head Gasket Replacement
- Stabilizer Bar - Squeak/Grunt/Crunch Noise
- Front/Rear Stabilizer Bar Bushings - Squeak/Grunt Noise
- Chassis Components - Cosmetic Surface Rust
- Roof/`A' Pillar - Water Leaks To Interior
- Air Bag System - Rescuer's Guide
- Campaign - Air Bag System Wiring
- Antitheft Devices - Installation Precautions
- 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
- Exhaust - Squeaky Flex Joint Gasket
- EEC Harness - Engine Stalls/Stumble
- Electrical/Electronic/Fuel Induction - Glossary
- Tailgate - Hinge/Latch Release Adjustment Revision
- Power Door Locks - Are Inoperative
- Door Speakers - Distorted Sound Quality
- Door Latches - Adjustment/Modification Prohibition
- Front Door Locks - Power Latch Inoperative
- Safety Belt - Tongue Cover Now Available
- Windshield - Water Leaks
- Windshield - Revised Installation Procedure
- Windshield - Material Usage Procedure
- Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film
- Manual Vent Windows - Hard to Open
- Vent Windows - May Stick to Weatherstrip
- Glass - Iridescence or Mottling In Tempered Glass
- Window Crank Handle - Part Recommendation
- Outside Rear View Mirror - Vibrates
- Bumpers - Isolator and Bracket Assembly Replacement
- Engine Coolant - Recycled Coolant Not Authorized
- Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tips
- Brakes - Brake Tube Replacement
- A/T - Removal and Installation Procedure Revision
- A/T - New Rotunda Fluid Changer Service Tip
- A/T - Transmission Flush and Fill Tool Available
- A/T - ATX Revised Piston Seals For Direct Clutch
- A/T - ATX Planetary Gear Design Changes
- 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 - ATX Planetary Gear Interchange
- A/T - Delayed Forward Engagement/Servo Apply Lip Seals
- A/T - ATX Bind-Up In Reverse
- A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
- A/T - ATX No Upshift Condition/Occurs Very Suddenly
- A/T - ATX No Upshift/Governor Drive Gear
- A/T - ATX New Right Hand Half Shaft
- A/T - ATX Shifting Problems After Rebuild
- A/T - ATX Problems and Solutions
- A/T - ATX Governor Driving Gear and Driven Gear Wipe Out
- A/T - Pressure Tap Locations
- A/T - ATX Erratic Upshifts Sometimes No Upshift
- A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings
- A/T - Front Bushing Wear
- A/T - ATX Late or No Upshift
- A/T - ATX No Movement In Any Direction
- A/T - ATX FLC No Movement In Any Direction After Rebuild
- A/T - Installation Of In-Line Fluid Filter and Flow Test
- A/T - ATX Torque Converter Differences
- A/T - Math Formulas Part I
- A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs
- A/T - ATX New Design Lip Seals
- A/T - Math Part II
- A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
- M/T - MTX Reverse Gear Shift Pattern Change
- M/T - MTX Filler Plug Revised Removal Procedure
- Accessory Drive Belt - `V' Ribbed Belt Cracking
- A/T - Synthetic Fluid Availability
- A/T, M/T - New `Mercon' Transmission Fluid
- A/T, M/T - Fluid Usage Chart
- Rear Suspension - New Service Parts
- A/C - New Push Button/Blower Switch
- Injector Pump - Low Power/Excessive Smoke
- Ignition Timing - Spout Connector Locations
- Engine - New Gasket Sealer
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit
- 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
- Speed Control - New Rotunda Tester Information
- Speedometer/Speed Control - Inoperative
- 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 - Preparation Procedure And MSDS Information
- Fleet Colors - Revised Paint Code Numbers
- Paint - Revised Prices
- Exterior Clearcoat - Cracking/Eroding/Peeling Off
- 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
- Electrical Diode - Identification and Replacement
- Cylinder Head Bolts - Service Procedure Revision
- A/T - ATX Shift Problems
- Vacuum Pump - Shop Manual Diagnosis Procedure
- 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/T - Planet Gear Service Interchangeability
- M/T - MTX Fill Plug Removal Procedure Revision
- Right Hand Cowl Area - Noise/Squeak
- Body/Frame - Squeak From Cowl Area
- A/C Coupling - Cleaning Procedures
- A/C - Spring Lock Coupling Service
- Air Conditioning - O Ring Removal Service Tip
- A/C - New Refrigerant O-Rings
- Differential - Revised Removal Procedure
- Shift Lever - Cannot Be Pulled Out of Park Position
- Seat Belt - Service Kit For Front Outboard Tongue
- M/T - Jumps Out of 2nd or 4th Gear
- A/C - Revised Removal Procedures For Registers
- Brakes - New Silicone Compound/Grease
- Flywheel Timing Mark - Identification
- Front Seat Trim Cover - Loose and/or Baggy
- Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips
- Seat Back - (Passenger Front) Movement When Braking
- Child Safety Lock - Description
- A/T - ATX - Revised Converter Hub Seal/Service