Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Customer Interest
- Brakes/Suspension - Pedal Pulsation/Steering Shimmy
- Lubrication of Engine Oil Seals Prior to Installation
- Engine Performance - Loss of Power Under Load/Misfire
- Engine Performance - Loss of Power or Engine Misfire
- Disc Brake - Squeal
- Hydraulic Valve Lifter - Abnormal Noise
- Valve Lifters - Noisy
- Engine - Minor Metallic Ticking Noises at 1800-3200 RPM
- Cam Cover Gasket - Oil Leak
- Engine - Oil Leaks From the Front
- Water Pump - Leaks
- Rear Crankshaft Seal - Leaks Oil
- Alternator - V Belt Noisy/Loose Adjustment
- Exhaust - Noise Under the Vehicle
- Exhaust System - Noise Underneath the Vehicle
- Exhaust Manifold - Leaks
- Rear Suspension - Creaking or Groaning Noise
- Rear Shock Absorber - Noise
- Body - Door Locks Binding, Difficult to Operate
- Front Door - Cannot Be Locked/Unlocked With Key
- Front Door - Will Not Lock/Unlock With Key
- Lock Tumblers - Binding, Difficult to Operate
- Door Lock Key - Binding
- Front Power Seats - Insufficient Headroom
- Seats - Insufficient Headroom w/Sunroof
- Sunroof - Insufficient Headroom for Very Tall Persons
- Seat Padding - Insufficient Headroom
- Inner Door Seal - Deformed
- Front/Rear Door - Sticks to Door Seal
- Inner Door Seal - Pinched/Deformed
- Rear Door - Cannot Be Opened From Outside
- Door Seal - Wind Noise
- M/T - 1st and Reverse Gear Cannot Be Shifted
- Clutch Pedal - Noisy When Depressed
- Clutch Release Bearing - Noisy
- A/T - Buzzing Noise
- Clutch - Clicking Noise Between 3,000 to 5,000 rpm
- Engine Performance - Excessive Cranking Time
- Engine - Excessive Cranking Time, Stalls After Starting
- Engine - Poor Driveability DTC 2132 Set
- ABS Pump - Noise and Slight Brake Pedal Vibration
- Ignition Lock - Binding
- MIL ON - DTC 2141, 2142 or 2143, Knock Sensor
- Distributor - Squealing/Whining Noise at Cold Start
- Engine - Slight Deviations In Fuel Economy
- EGR - MIL ON DTC 2411 Diagnosis
- Catalytic Converter - Odor At Exhaust Pipe
- A/T - Program Switch Remains In Depressed Position S
- Power Mirror Switch - Malfunction
- Interior Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Interior Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Direction Light Switch - Does not Return to Neutral
- Fuel Gauge - Intermittent Loss of Fuel Level Display
- Fuel Gauge - Inaccurate Reading
- Brake Lights - Not Functioning
- Front End - Knocking Noise
- Starter Motor - Noisy
- MIL ON - Vehicle Loses Power
- Interior - Door Panel Speaker Grille Broken
- Rear Side Window Glass - Broken
- Front/Rear Door - Sticks
- Interior Mirror Assembly - Loose
- Body - Bumper Cover Molding Sleeve Falls Down
- Body - Bumper Cover Molding Sleeve Loose, Falls Down
- Door Protection Molding - Poor Appearance
- Side Panels - Scratches On Under Window Slot Molding
- Shift Console Light - Inoperative or Burned Out
- Engine - Ticking Noise
- Engine - Vibration in Passenger Compartment at Idle
- Engine - Hard Starting, Misfire and Poor Mileage
- Engine - Poor Performance/Will Not Start
- A/T - Noise Transmitted Through the Shift Cable
- Drive Belt Sprocket Bolt - Revised Torque
- A/T - Shifts Erratic/Hard
- A Pillar Trim - Loose
- Paint - Damage, Scratches On Side Panel
- Rear Lid - Paint Damage
- Trunk Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Engine - Excessive Cranking Time, Rough Idle
- Heated Lock - Possible Damage During Installation
- A/C - Water from Air Vents/Moisture in Front Footwell
- Trip Computer - Miles to Empty Reads Low While Driving
- Interior - Creaking/Rattling Noise Under Shift Lever
- CD Player - Jams or Will Not Eject
- Chemicals,Additives
- Recommended Repairs
- Seals, Gaskets
- Superceded Bulletins
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Brakes - Brake Pulsation Diagnostic Information
- Electrical - Electrical Malfunctions After Window Tint
- 209002 - 05/31/90
- 209003 - 06/15/90 Updates TSB 209002 Dated 05/31/90
- Warranty - Repurchased Vehicle Information
- Warranty Claims - Revised
- Vehicle - Warranty Voucher/Fixed Code Sticker Misplaced
- Special Tool Package - Automatic Supply Program
- Special Tool Minimum Requirements - Revised
- Part Identifier - Additions/Revisions/Deletions
- Warranty - Covering Fire or Accident Damage
- Limited Warranty - With Powertrain Plus Protection
- Vehicle - Fluid Capacity Chart
- Fixed Code Sticker - Misplaced
- Brakes/Suspension - Pedal Pulsation/Steering Shimmy
- A/C - Freon Recycling System
- A/C - System Discharging and Environmental Laws
- A/C System - Retrofitting R-12 to R-134a
- Transmissions - Oil Leakage After Installation
- Transmission Oil Seals/Lubricate Prior to Installation
- Engine/Transmission - Tightening Torques Revised
- Engine Oil Seals - Leakage After Replacement
- Lubrication of Engine Oil Seals Prior to Installation
- Engine Performance - Loss of Power Under Load/Misfire
- Engine Performance - Loss of Power or Engine Misfire
- Disc Brake - Squeal
- Fresh Air Blower - Operates in 4th Stage Only
- Hydraulic Valve Lifter - Abnormal Noise
- Valve Lifters - Noisy
- Engine - Minor Metallic Ticking Noises at 1800-3200 RPM
- Cam Cover Gasket - Oil Leak
- Engine - Oil Leaks From the Front
- Water Pump - Leaks
- Coolant Circulation Pump - Leakage Troubleshooting
- Cooling System - Radiator Fan Motor
- Rear Crankshaft Seal - Leaks Oil
- Alternator - V Belt Noisy/Loose Adjustment
- Exhaust - Noise Under the Vehicle
- Exhaust System - Noise Underneath the Vehicle
- Exhaust Manifold - Leaks
- Rear Suspension - Creaking or Groaning Noise
- Rear Shock Absorber - Noise
- Tire/Wheels - Eliminating Vibrations
- Directional Tires - Rotate at 7,500 Miles
- Tires - Aerosol Tire Inflator Hazard
- Wheels - Diagonally Rotate at 7,500 Miles
- Link Rod - Length Reduced
- Gas Strut - Replacement
- Body - Door Locks Binding, Difficult to Operate
- Front Door - Cannot Be Locked/Unlocked With Key
- Front Door - Will Not Lock/Unlock With Key
- Key Code - Location
- Key Code - Locations
- Lock Tumblers - Binding, Difficult to Operate
- Door Lock Key - Binding
- Front Power Seats - Insufficient Headroom
- Seats - Insufficient Headroom w/Sunroof
- Sunroof - Insufficient Headroom for Very Tall Persons
- Seat Padding - Insufficient Headroom
- Inner Door Seal - Deformed
- Front/Rear Door - Sticks to Door Seal
- Inner Door Seal - Pinched/Deformed
- Rear Door - Cannot Be Opened From Outside
- Door Seal - Wind Noise
- M/T - 1st and Reverse Gear Cannot Be Shifted
- Clutch Pedal - Noisy When Depressed
- Clutch Release Bearing - Noisy
- A/T - Buzzing Noise
- Clutch - Clicking Noise Between 3,000 to 5,000 rpm
- Metal Tipped Fuel Injectors - Checking/Cleaning
- VITON Tipped Fuel Injectors - Checking, Cleaning
- Fuel Injection - Quantity, Comparative Measurement
- Engine Performance - Excessive Cranking Time
- Engine - Excessive Cranking Time, Stalls After Starting
- ECU - Precautions
- Engine - Poor Driveability DTC 2132 Set
- ABS Pump - Noise and Slight Brake Pedal Vibration
- ABS - Wheel Speed Sensor Testing
- Brake Master Cylinder/Reservoir Rubber Plug Leaking
- Ignition Lock - Binding
- MIL ON - DTC 2141, 2142 or 2143, Knock Sensor
- Distributor - Squealing/Whining Noise at Cold Start
- Distributor Caps - Driveability
- Fuel Tank - Capacity Insufficient
- Fuel Tanks - Flushing/Neutralization
- Engine - Slight Deviations In Fuel Economy
- EGR - Functional Check
- EGR - MIL ON DTC 2411 Diagnosis
- Exhaust Gas Recirculation - R and R EGR, Frequency Valve
- Catalytic Converter - Odor At Exhaust Pipe
- A/T - Program Switch Remains In Depressed Position S
- Checking Window Regulator Current Draw and Stall Current
- Power Mirror Switch - Malfunction
- Interior Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Interior Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Fixed Coded Radios, Coding Description
- Pro Training Booklet - Radio Reception
- Radio Codes - On Line Retrieval
- Active Airbag Unit - Disposal
- Airbag Date Sticker - Replacing
- Recall 97V172000: Air Bag Deployment Without Warning
- Airbag - Computer Memory Saver Tool Use
- Campaign - Air Bag Module Replacement
- Direction Light Switch - Does not Return to Neutral
- Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - Repairing
- Brake - Insufficient Ventilation
- Service Manual - Repair Groups Renamed to Group 01
- Fault Code 2132
- Fuel Gauge - Intermittent Loss of Fuel Level Display
- Fuel Gauge - Inaccurate Reading
- Dynamic Oil Pressure System - Troubleshooting Tips
- Odometer - Disclosure Requirements
- Instrument Bulb - Replacement
- Brake Lights - Not Functioning
- Front Crankshaft - Oil Seal Removal Revision
- ABS - Revised Diagnosis Procedure
- ABS - Checking With VAG1710
- Front End - Knocking Noise
- Recall 90V070000: Steering Lock Improperly Manufactured
- Final Drive Assembly - Revised Sealing Parts
- Starter Motor - Noisy
- Suspension - Revisions
- Protective Transportation Coating - Removal
- Air Bag Equipped Vehicle - Accident Investigation
- Airbag/Pyrotechnic Seatbelt - Deployment Inquiries
- Alarm System - Troubleshooting
- Overview
- Power Supply, Checking
- Ignition Power Supply, Checking
- Alarm System Horn Checking
- Starter Circuit (Relay J60), Checking
- Signal From Door "System On", Checking
- Signal From Door "System Off", Checking
- Signal "Hood Open", Checking
- Signal "Doors Open", Checking
- Signal "Trunk Open", Checking
- Signal From Trunk Lock "System Off", Checking
- Signal From Radio, Checking
- California Clean Air Requirements - US Only
- Word List - Uniform Terms for Components/Systems
- IM 240 Emissions Testing - 2 Wheel Drive Dynamometers
- VAG 1551 - Fault Read Out Device Exchange Program
- Engine Performance - Driveability Service
- MIL ON - Vehicle Loses Power
- MPI Engine Management - Performing Basic Settings
- Engine Controls - VAG 1598 Adapter Harnesses
- Interior - Door Panel Speaker Grille Replacing
- Interior - Door Panel Speaker Grille Replacement
- Interior - Door Panel Speaker Grille Broken
- Rear Child Restraint Anchorages - Tethering Updates
- Sunroof Motor Cover - Removing and Installing
- Sunroof Motor - Changes
- Rear Side Window Glass - Broken
- Windshield Wiper Arm Angle - Adjusting
- Front/Rear Door - Sticks
- Interior Mirror Assembly - Loose
- Body - Bumper Cover Molding Sleeve Falls Down
- Body - Bumper Cover Molding Sleeve Loose, Falls Down
- Door Protection Molding - Poor Appearance
- Side Panels - Scratches On Under Window Slot Molding
- VAG 1558 Temperature Tester
- Antifreeze Testers - Accuracy
- Shift Console Light - Inoperative or Burned Out
- Identification/Automatic Transmission
- A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
- A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
- A/T - 010/087/089/090 Bind In Low and Reverse
- A/T - Intermittent Electrical Problems
- A/T - Failsafe Modes
- A/T - 096/097 General Information
- A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
- 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 Repairs1
- A/T - Math Part II
- A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
- Transmission Code - Technical Data
- Special Tool - Required to Repair AWD Transmissions
- Flywheel - New Mounting Bolts
- Engine - Ticking Noise
- Engine - Vibration in Passenger Compartment at Idle
- Generator V Belt Pulley - Tool For R and R
- Alternator Belt - Adjustment Procedure Revised
- A/T - Final Drive Oil
- A/T - Synthetic Oil for Final Drive
- Front End - Clunking Noises
- Strut/Wheel Bearing Housing - Revised Bolts and Torque
- Rear Cigarette Lighter - Shorts, Blows Fuse Number 4
- Speakers - Pop, Erratic A/C Display, Engine Misfires
- Engine - Hard Starting, Misfire and Poor Mileage
- Engine - Poor Performance/Will Not Start
- A/T - Noise Transmitted Through the Shift Cable
- Drive Belt Sprocket Bolt - Revised Torque
- Speedometer - Gov't Regulations for Replacement
- VAG 1367 Engine Tester - Change
- A/T - Shifts Erratic/Hard
- Stabilant 22A - Electrical Contact Enhancer
- Gasoline - Fuel Containing Detergents Recommended
- A/T - Shift Points Too Early/Late
- A Pillar Trim - Loose
- Paint - Acid Rain Spots
- Paint - Acrylic Transit Protective Coating
- Paint - Industrial Fallout
- Paint - Damage, Scratches On Side Panel
- Paint - Protective Transportation Coating Removal
- Rear Lid - Paint Damage
- Paint - Industrial Fallout Removal (Revised)
- Paint - Color Code Charts
- Brake Fluid - New Super DOT 4
- Brake Fluid - Chaning or Topping Off
- Brake Pressure Regulator - New Adapter for Adjustment
- Trunk Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Engine - Excessive Cranking Time, Rough Idle
- Heated Lock - Possible Damage During Installation
- A/C - Water from Air Vents/Moisture in Front Footwell
- Recall - A/T, Differential Oil Replacement
- Recall - Differential Oil Change, A/T 087 and 089
- Recall 93V006000: Automatic Transaxle Gear Oil Loss
- Trip Computer - Miles to Empty Reads Low While Driving
- Sagging Sunvisors
- Sensor Plate Potentiometer - Checking, Adjusting
- Manual Transmission - Reverse Gear Modifications
- Differential Gear Oil Level - Maintenance Requirements
- Interior - Creaking/Rattling Noise Under Shift Lever
- Hydraulic System - New Fluid
- Brake - Squeal
- Vacuum Hose Routing - A/C Differential Lock
- Brake System - Bleeding
- Body - Paint Chip Repair Procedure
- Restraint System - 'LATCH' System Installation/Retrofit
- Oxygen Sensor - Contamination
- Audio System - Radio, Code Retrieval
- Airbag - Replacement Interval Change
- CD Player - Jams or Will Not Eject
- Restraints - Air Bag/Pyrotechnic Deployment Inquiries