Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Emissions
- Generals
- Campaign - Intake Manifold Replacement
- Campaign - Intake Manifold Extended Warranty Coverage
- Campaign - Suspension Bracket Weld Inspection/Repair
- Campaign - MIL Clarification For TSB 97-09-07
- Campaign - Seat Belt Optional Outboard Retractor
- Campaign - Engine Oil Cooler Hose Inspection
- Campaign - Fuel Tank Shield Limo Upgrade
- Safety
- Recall 98V322000: Lower Ball Joint Cracking
- Recall - Front Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement
- Overview
- Important Recall Information
- Dealer Letter
- Attachment I - Administrative Information
- Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
- Attachment III - Technical Information
- Owner Letter - 1995 and Foward Vehicles
- Owner Letter - 1994 and Prior Vehicles
- Supplement # I - Dealer Letter
- Supplement # 2 - Dealer Letter
- Supplement # 2 - Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
- Recall 96V135000: Pitman Arm Separation
- Recall - Inspect and Lube or Replace Pitman Arm
- Recall 00V157001: Service Stock Seat Belt Assemblies
- Recall 00V157002: Service Stock Seat Belt Assemblies
- Recall - Seat Belt Retractor Inspection/Replacement
- Recall - Seat Belt Inspection/Replacement
- Recall 96V109000: Seat Belt/Child Restraint Defect
- Recall - Air Bag Module Inspection/Replacement
- Recall 01V318000: Air Bag Inspection/Replacement
- Recall - Driver Door Latch Inspection/Replacement
- Recall 96V070000: Driver's Door Latch Inadequate
- Recall - Rear Outboard Seat Belt Retractor Replacement
- Recall - Potential Brake fluid Leak
- Recall 98I001000: Brake Line Wear
- Recall 87V139000: Fuel Line Coupling Retainer Clips
- Recall - Airbag Deactivation Shunt Replacement
- Recall 07V336000: Cruise Control Fire Hazard
- Recall - Cruise Control Deactivation Switch Inspection
- Important Reminder Customer Letter - Truck
- Dealer Letter
- Attachment I - Administrative Information
- Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
- Attachment III - Technical Information
- Attachment IV - FJH Parts Application Chart
- Attachment V - Dealer Q & A
- Important Reminder Owner Letter - Car - Parts Available
- Important Reminder Owner Letter - Truck - Required Service Not Performed Yet
- Owner Letter
- Customer Interest
- Air Conditioning - Musty/Mildew Type Odors
- A/C System - Musty/Mildew Odors
- Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
- Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
- Brake Pedal - Increased Efforts After Pad Replacement
- Rear Brakes - Squeal/Moan Noise/Light to Medium Braking
- Accessory Drive Belt - Squealing Noise
- Intake Manifold - Cross-Over Channel Coolant Seepage
- Suspension - Vehicle Leans to Right Side
- Side Doors - Wind Noises
- Rear Axle - Whining Noise Heard at 50-65 MPH
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Shudder/Vibration in 3rd/4th Gear
- Engine - Hard Starting/Long Crank/Stalling
- Engine - Detonation/Spark Knock On Acceleration
- Engine - Spark Knock/Detonation During Acceleration
- Engine - Lean Driveability Symptoms
- ABS System - Grinding/Whining/Lamp ON/Codes Stored
- Antilock Brakes - Grinding/Whining/ABS Lamp ON/Codes
- Engine - Rough Idle/Stall at High Altitudes
- PCM - MIL ON/DTCs from P0300 To P0308 Present
- Engine - Stall When Decelerating/Turning/No DTC's
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Shudder/Vibration Over 35 mph
- Horn - Difficult to Operate or Inoperative in Cold
- Differential - Chatter On Turns
- Door Latch/Door Handle - Stuck Open or Closed
- Windshield - Water Leaks
- Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noise
- Steering Wheel - Vibration/Buzzing Noise On Right Turns
- Decklid Power Pull-Down - Inoperative
- Antitheft System - Unintentional/Intermittent Activation
- Paint - Rough Texture
- A/T - Inadvertent Shift Interlock Disabling
- A/T - 4R70W (Remanufactured) Delayed or No 2-3 Upshift
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Erratic/Prolonged 1-2 Shift
- A Pillar - Creaking Noise
- Chemicals,Additives
- Labor/Parts Updates
- Seals, Gaskets
- Superceded Bulletins
- 98-5A-3 - 06/08/98
- 97M91 - 01/01/98
- 97M91 - 05/01/98
- Wiper Motor - Component Transfer Tips
- Recall - Speed Control Deactivation Switch Defects
- Recall - Cruise Control Switch Circuit Defect
- 05S28S12 - 08/20/07
- 05S28S11 - 08/03/07
- Leather Seat - Cleaning Procedure Tips
- Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure
- Paint - Industrial Fallout/Iron Particle Removal
- Locks - Lock Service Package Availability
- Locks - Lock Service Kit Availability
- Locks - Lock Service Kits Availability
- Side Doors - Wind noise Service Tip
- Side Doors - Wind Noise Service Tip
- Side Door - Wind Noise Service Tips
- Side Doors - Wind Noise
- Door Latch - Stuck Open
- Universal Transmitter - Service Tip
- Horn - Inoperative/Difficult to Operate in Cold
- A/C - Musty and Mildew Type Odors
- A/C - Musty/Mildew Type Odors
- A/C - Identification Of Non Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Musty And Mildew Type Odors
- 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
- Wire Harness - New Terminal Repair Kit
- Brakes - Roughness/Vibration
- Brake Rotor - Hub Mounted Machining Equipment
- Brakes - Rotor/Drum Sanding Elimination
- Rear Brakes - Squealing Or Moaning Noise
- ABS - False Activation/Lamp ON/Grinding Noise
- A/T - New Transmission Cooler Flusher/Service Tip
- Shift Interlock (BRAKE) - Inadvertent Disabling
- Brake Shift Interlock - Inadvertent Disabling
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Shudder/Vibration On Acceleration
- PCM - Reprogramming Service Tip
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectations Vs. Vehicle Usage
- Fuel Tank - Punctures During High Speed Rear Impacts
- Campaign Fuel Tank Shield Limo Upgrade
- Campaign - Limo Package Fuel Tank Shield Upgrade
- Speaker - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Speakers - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Information
- ABS System - False Activation/Intermittent Lamp ON
- PCM - MIL ON/DTCs P0300 through P0308 Set
- PCM - Out Of Vehicle Reprogramming
- PCM - MIL ON/DTCs From P0300 Through P0308 Set
- A/T - 4R70W Delayed 1st - 2nd Gear Shift
- Engine - Stall or Hard Start After 1 to 4 Hour Soak
- Engine - Long Cranking Time To Start/Stall
- Engine - Long Crank/Stall After Hot Soak
- Engine - Hard Start/Stall After 1 to 4 Hour Soak
- Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noises
- Exhaust System - Rattling/Buzzing Noise
- Heater Core - Repeated Failure
- Engine - Cylinder Head Straightedge Flatness Check
- Drive Belt - Squealing Noise in Cold Tempreatures
- A/T - Fluid Application Charts
- A/C - Refrigerant Filtering Service Tips
- A/C System - Refrigerant Filtering Service Tips
- Brakes - Vibration Prevention Service tip
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Vibration/Shudder
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Shudder/Vibration Above 35 MPH
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Vibration/Shudder On Light Acceleration
- Engine - Oil Recommendations/Applications
- A/T - Transmission Fluid Usage Charts
- Automatic Transmission - Fluid Usage Charts
- A/C - Non Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Approved/Alternate Refrigerants
- A/C - Identification of Non-Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Identifying Non-Approved Refrigerants
- Engine - Stalls On Deceleration/Turning/No DTCs Set
- Engine - Stall On Deceleration Or Turning
- Engine - Stall During Deceleration/Turning/No Codes
- Engine - Detonation/Spark Knock During Acceleration
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Recall - Audio Info/Warranty Info/Emission Label
- A/C System - Service TSB List
- A/C Pressure Switches - Obsolete Parts Return
- Air Conditioning - Musty/Mildew Type Odors
- EATC - Service Tips
- A/C - Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement
- A/C System - Musty/Mildew Odors
- A/C System - Diagnosis and Service Tips
- Aluminum Engine - New Cleaners/Service Tips
- Electrical - New Terminal Grease Released For Service
- Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
- Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
- Brake and Rotor - Service Tips
- Brake Pedal - Increased Efforts After Pad Replacement
- Rear Brakes - Squeal/Moan Noise/Light to Medium Braking
- Heater Core - On Car Pressure Test For Warranty Claim
- Engine - Aluminum Block/Head Machining
- Engine - Cylinder Head Straightedge Surface Check
- Accessory Drive Belt - Squealing Noise
- Campaign - Intake Manifold Replacement
- Intake Manifold - Cross-Over Channel Coolant Seepage
- Campaign - Intake Manifold Extended Warranty Coverage
- Recall 98V322000: Lower Ball Joint Cracking
- Recall - Front Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement
- Overview
- Important Recall Information
- Dealer Letter
- Attachment I - Administrative Information
- Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
- Attachment III - Technical Information
- Owner Letter - 1995 and Foward Vehicles
- Owner Letter - 1994 and Prior Vehicles
- Supplement # I - Dealer Letter
- Supplement # 2 - Dealer Letter
- Supplement # 2 - Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
- Suspension - Vehicle Leans to Right Side
- Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
- Campaign - Suspension Bracket Weld Inspection/Repair
- Side Doors - Wind Noises
- Rear Axle - Whining Noise Heard at 50-65 MPH
- Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
- A/T - Cooler Flushing Service Tips
- A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure
- Fuel Injectors - Non Warranty Reimbursement Testing
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Shudder/Vibration in 3rd/4th Gear
- PCM - Reprogramming Out of Vehicle
- Emissions/Engine Controls - Driveability Diagnosis
- EGR DPFE Sensor - Voltage Range Revision
- Engine - Hard Starting/Long Crank/Stalling
- Mass Air Flow Sensor - Assembly Replacement
- Engine - Detonation/Spark Knock On Acceleration
- Engine - Spark Knock/Detonation During Acceleration
- Engine - Lean Driveability Symptoms
- ABS System - Grinding/Whining/Lamp ON/Codes Stored
- Antilock Brakes - Grinding/Whining/ABS Lamp ON/Codes
- Recall 96V135000: Pitman Arm Separation
- Recall - Inspect and Lube or Replace Pitman Arm
- Engine - Rough Idle/Stall at High Altitudes
- PCM - MIL ON/DTCs from P0300 To P0308 Present
- Campaign - MIL Clarification For TSB 97-09-07
- Engine - Stall When Decelerating/Turning/No DTC's
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Shudder/Vibration Over 35 mph
- Recall 00V157001: Service Stock Seat Belt Assemblies
- Recall 00V157002: Service Stock Seat Belt Assemblies
- Campaign - Seat Belt Optional Outboard Retractor
- Recall - Seat Belt Retractor Inspection/Replacement
- Recall - Seat Belt Inspection/Replacement
- Recall 96V109000: Seat Belt/Child Restraint Defect
- Recall - Air Bag Module Inspection/Replacement
- Recall 01V318000: Air Bag Inspection/Replacement
- Brakes - Elimination Of Sanding Rotors And Drums
- Hub-Mount Brake Rotor Machining Equipment
- Horn - Difficult to Operate or Inoperative in Cold
- Wipers/Washers - Wiper Motor Transfer Tips
- Engine Head Gasket - Approved Replacement Procedures
- Antilock Brakes - Cycling On Rough Roads
- EVAP System - Diagnosis and Testing
- NGS Tester - Incorrect Display During Diagnostics
- EEC IV - Self Test Codes and MIL Service Tips
- Overview
- Overview of Three Digit EEC-IV Self-Test Codes
- 1) Technician Not Familiar With Self-Test Code Output
- 2) Inadvertent Erasure of Continuous Memory Self-Test Codes
- 3) Concern Setting Continious Memory Code Isn't Present
- 4) Grounded STO/MIL Circuit
- 5) Engine Running In Hlos
- 6) Misinterpretation of MIL Bulb Check
- 7) MIL Flashes During Self-Test
- 8) Processor KAM Is Erased or Fails
- 9) Damaged Star Tester
- 10) KOEO Processor Ram Test Failed
- 11) Intermittent VSS Fault Detected In Wiggle Mode
- 12) IDM Pulswidth Not Recognized By Processor (EDIS Vehicles)
- 13) Intermittent Ignition System Fault
- 14) Intermittent Open STI Circuit
- 15) Power Lost to EEC Processor
- 16) Other Warning Lamps Mistaken For MIL
- 17) Development Testing /Wrong Processor Released to Production
- Engine - Limited Operating Strategy When Tester Is Used
- Differential - Chatter On Turns
- Recall - Driver Door Latch Inspection/Replacement
- Recall 96V070000: Driver's Door Latch Inadequate
- Door Latch/Door Handle - Stuck Open or Closed
- Interior Door Trim Panel - Replacement Tip
- Recall - Rear Outboard Seat Belt Retractor Replacement
- Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film
- Windshield - Water Leaks
- Rear View Mirror - Reattachment
- Motor Oil - Viscosity Grade Recommendation
- Engine Oil - Oil Recommendations/Applications
- Engine Coolant - Propylene Glycol Recommendations
- Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noise
- Steering Wheel - Vibration/Buzzing Noise On Right Turns
- Recall - Potential Brake fluid Leak
- Recall 98I001000: Brake Line Wear
- A/T - In Line Fluid Filter Kit
- A/T - Transmission Flush and Fill Tool Available
- A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
- A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
- A/T - AODE, 4R7OW Valve Body Cross Leaks
- 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
- A/T - Mercon V ATF Usage
- Decklid Power Pull-Down - Inoperative
- Campaign - Engine Oil Cooler Hose Inspection
- Climate Control - Blower Control Service Tips
- Antitheft System - Unintentional/Intermittent Activation
- Engine - New Gasket Sealer
- Engine - Oil System Priming Procedures
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit
- Remote Keyless Entry - Diagnostic Service Tips
- Remote Keyless Entry - Transmitter revision
- Keyless Entry System - Service Tips
- New Lock Design - Service Tip
- Locks - New Design Lockset Service Tip
- Locks - Lock Service Packages Available
- Paint - Color Codes/Cross References
- Paint - Rough Texture
- A/T - Inadvertent Shift Interlock Disabling
- Electrical Diode - Identification and Replacement
- Hood Lamp Switch - Revised
- A/T - 4R70W (Remanufactured) Delayed or No 2-3 Upshift
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Erratic/Prolonged 1-2 Shift
- A/C - R134a Tracer Dye and Three O Ring Spring Couplers
- A/C - Identification of Non Approved Refrigerants
- A Pillar - Creaking Noise
- A/C - New O Ring Applications
- A/T - 4R70W # 9 Thrust Bearing Service Tip
- A/T - 4R70W Needle Bearing/Race Kit Service Tip
- Universal Transmitter - Service Tips
- Recall 87V139000: Fuel Line Coupling Retainer Clips
- Brakes - New Silicone Compound/Grease
- Brakes - Vibration/Inspection Service Tips
- Fuel - California Reformulated Gasoline
- Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Concerns
- Recall - Airbag Deactivation Shunt Replacement
- A/C - Refrigerant Oil Refill Capacity
- Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips
- Steering - Mercon V(R) Fluid Usage
- Campaign - Fuel Tank Shield Limo Upgrade
- Recall 07V336000: Cruise Control Fire Hazard
- Recall - Cruise Control Deactivation Switch Inspection
- Important Reminder Customer Letter - Truck
- Dealer Letter
- Attachment I - Administrative Information
- Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
- Attachment III - Technical Information
- Attachment IV - FJH Parts Application Chart
- Attachment V - Dealer Q & A
- Important Reminder Owner Letter - Car - Parts Available
- Important Reminder Owner Letter - Truck - Required Service Not Performed Yet
- Owner Letter
- Comprehensive Noise/Vibration/Harshness Procedure
- Overview
- Description and Operation
- Diagnosis and Testing
- Overview
- Diagnostic Process
- 1. Customer Interview
- 2. Pre-Drive Check
- 3. Preparing For the Road Test
- 4. Verify the Customer Concern
- 5. Road Test
- 6. Check OASIS/TSBs/Repair History
- 7. Diagnostic Procedure
- NVH Condition and Symptom Categories
- Symptom Charts
- Pinpoint Tests
- Overview
- Pinpoint Test A: Brake Vibration/Shudder Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test B: Engine Ticking Noise Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test C:Front ENG. ACC. Drive (Fead) Bearing Hoot Diag.
- Pinpoint Test D: Power Steering Moan Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test E: Engine Driven Cooling Fan Moan Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test F: Drumming Noise Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test G: Engine Ticking, Knock/Continuous Rattle Diag.
- Pinpoint Test H: Front Suspension Noise Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test I: Rear Suspension Noise Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test J: Wheel and Tire Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test K: High Speed Shake or Shimmy Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test L: Clutch Vibration
- Pinpoint Test M: Transfer Case Vibration
- Component Tests
- Tire Wear Patterns & Frequency Calculations
- General Procedures