Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
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- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Keyless System/Instruments - 'Replace Key Battery' Displayed
- Body/Frame - Dedicated Frame Straightener
- Body - License Plate Bracket Installation Precautions
- Lighting - Headlamp Unit Fogged/Droplets Forming
- A/C - A/C Sealant
- Battery - Battery Charging Information
- Steering - Warranty Policy Regarding Steering Wheels
- Restraints - Seat Belt Buckle Warranty Replacement Information
- Lighting - Headlamps/Front Fog Lamps Leaking Or Fogged
- A/C - HVAC - Foam Cleaner Information and Work Procedure
- Restraints - Repair And Diag. Of Airbag Wiring Harnesses
- Audio/COMAND(R) - Repair Of Wiring Harnesses
- Brakes - Brake Lining Instructions
- Suspension - Assembly Of Suspension Struts And Shocks
- Engine Control - Engine Control Module (N3/10) Flashing
- Computers/Controls - Module Programming Precautions
- Paint/Body - MBUSA Approved Refinishing Products Update
- Wheels - Checking Components For Bolted Wheel Connection
- Electrical - Electrostatic Discharge Damage Prevention
- Electrical - Aftermarket Tampering Malfunctions
- Chemicals/Lubrication - Multi-Grade Metal Grease Info.
- 35_001A - 06/01/85
- Special Tools - Vacuum/Pressure Tester
- Warranty - Special Tools
- Tools - Identification Label Sets
- Service Information Bulletins - Availability
- Special Tools Test Devices - Updated Listing
- Vehicle - Roadside Assistance Program
- Tools - Recall Fluke Multimeter
- Policy - Special Tools Repairs
- Tools - Listing Update and Illustrations
- Policy - Repair Information
- Tools - Hand-Held Tester, New Modules
- Policy - A and B Tools, Inventory List
- Body and Frame - Fender and Seat Covers
- Warranty Claims - Including Diagnostic Fault Codes
- Glow Plug Lamp Does Not Come ON, or Works Intermittently
- A/C - System Information/Charts
- A/C - Warning Against Refrigerant Alaskankool R176
- Heater Housing - Repair With Replacement Parts
- A/C - Updated Leak Detector for R12 and R134a
- A/C - R12 to R134a Conversion
- A/C System - Performance Test
- A/C System - Service Equipment
- A/C System - Recycling Machine
- A/C - ACC System Fuse No. 21 Blows
- A/C - ACC Production Change
- A/C - Modified Evap. Switch & In Car Temp Sensor Info.
- A/C - Center Housing Replacement, ACC Servo Assembly
- Tools - Oil Evacuation Equipment
- Axle - (Front) New Wishbone Bushings Dampen Vibrations
- Drivetrain - Troubleshooting Noise and Vibration
- Engine - Warning About Carbon Cleaning
- Engine - Break-In Oil New and Rebuilt
- External Oil Leaks
- Engine - Caution Prior to Degreasing
- Cooling - High Coolant Temperatures
- A/T - No 2-3 Upshift at Full Throttle/At Engine Cutout
- Power Steering Pump - Leak Checking
- Power Steering Fluid Level Indicator - Modified
- Knocking Noise at Idle From Fuel Return Line
- Injector Pump - Authorized Bosch Dealers
- Brake Pads - Tool to Measure Thickness/Replacement Pins
- Brake Pad - Replacement Tools
- Brake System - Cleaning and Flushing Precautions
- A/C - Replacement Compressor
- A/C - Modifications to Climate Control System
- A/C - Expansion Valve Replacement Special Tool
- Steering - New Tie Rods
- Steering - Tie Rods Modified
- Steering Gear - Inspection After An Accident
- Connecting Rod Bolt - Pretightening Torque Revision
- Camshafts - Production Change
- Timing Chain - Required Tool
- Timing Chain - Modified Connecting Link
- Valve Guides - Special Tools for Checking & Replacement
- Engine - Oil Filter Housing O-Ring Inspection
- Engine - Longblock Replacement
- Engine - Cylinder Wall Damage Assesment
- Coolant - High Temperature Readings
- Radiator Filler Neck - Coolant Leak Complaint
- Radiator Cap - Update My Prevent Coolant Loss
- In Car Temperature Slowly Fluctuates Up and Down
- Suspension - Tool Updated Universal Spring Compressor
- Suspension - Tips for Universal Spring Compressor
- Suspension - Enhancement for Universal Spring Compressor
- Suspension - Spring Compressors
- Suspension - Tool, 3-Lug Spring Compressor
- Supsension - Universal Spring Compressor
- Tires - Traction Device `Spikes-Spider' is Not Approved
- Tires - Approved Summer Replacements
- Tire - Aerosol Inflator/Sealer Flammability Hazard
- Tires - Approved Summer/Winter Tires + Snow Chains
- Wheels - Don't Crome Plate Light Alloys
- Wheels - Light Alloy Rims With Short Rubber Valves
- Tires - Damage Caused By Pressure Washer
- Wheels - 15 Inch Steel, New Covers
- Wheel - Balancer Adapters & Flange Plate
- Wheel - Balancer Adapters and Flange Plate
- Tires - Approved for Summer and Winter Replacements
- Wheel Fastener - New Socket for Wheel Bolts
- Wheel Alignment and Chassis - Measurement Worksheet
- Front Door Handles and Locks - Modified
- Doors - Handle/Lock Cylinder, Production Changes
- Locks - Troubleshooting Before Replacement
- Locks- Central Locking System Diagnosis
- Sunroof - Leak Repair Procedure
- Driveshaft - Repair Hints and Modifications
- Drive/Propeller Shaft - Alignment/Tool Set
- Difficult Starting at Operating Temperature
- Engine is Difficult to Start at Operating Temperatures
- A/T - Kickdown Solenoid Valve Connection
- Fluid Leakage After Replacing Clutch Master Cylinder
- Steering Damper/Drag Link - Modified
- Flex Disc - (Torsion Style) on Front Driveshaft Improved
- Policy - Warranty Requirements
- Fuel Injection Nozzles - Updated
- ABS - Speed Sensor (Front) Wire Kinked
- Brakes - Fluid, Pads, Calipers - Notes and Cautions
- Battery - Jump Starting and Charging Procedures
- Battery - Jump Starting, Electrical Component Damage
- Policy - Unnecessary Replacement of Alternators
- Fuel Hose - Updated Part
- Turbocharger - Troubleshooting Hints
- Turbocharger - Updated Compressor Housing
- Poor Engine Performance, Excessive Smoke
- Poor Engine Performance
- Tubocharger - Waste Gate, Updated Repair Kit
- EGR - Vacuum Transducer Leak Test
- EGR - Vacuum Transducer, One Vent Line
- Sunroof - Modifed Drive Unit and Relay
- Cruise Control - Intermittent Operation
- Cruise Control Inoperative After Amplifier Replacement
- Cruise Control Amplifier - Application Guide
- Radio - Interference/Noise, Radio and Cassette
- Radio - Post Warranty Repair Procedure
- Radio - Post Warranty Repair Program
- Vehicle - New Dealer Technical Bulletin
- Air Bag - Upddated Removal and Installation
- Campaign - Non USA Vechicles, New Service Life Sticker
- Engine - Oil Filter Cover Modified
- Engine - Oil Filter Precaution For Gasket/O-Ring
- Brakes - Production Change, Discs Must Match
- Brake Discs - Coating Removed During Thorough Test Drive
- M/T - (Tool) Checking Preload of Tapered Roller Bearing
- Engine Block Heater - Update & Installation Instructions
- 20_004AZ - 01/01/85 Updates 20_004Z 1984/11/01
- Horn (Fanfare) - Repair by Turning Adjustment Screw
- Speedometers - Replacement Shows Higher Maximum Speed
- Lighting - Equipment For Headlamp Aiming
- Head Lamps Dim, Mil ON When Bulbs are Operating
- Windshield Wiper Arm/Motor/Harness - Updated
- Electronic Components - Warning Against Repair
- Steering Lock - Installation Notes
- Suspension - Measuring Ride Height, Modification
- Maintenance - Factory Approved Service Products
- Body - Mercedes Body Seam Sealer Precaution
- Body - Applying PVC Undercoating and Seam Sealer
- Body and Frame - Spot Weld Cutter
- Body - Modified Front Fender Splash Panel
- Alarm - Tester to Determine the Cause of False Actuation
- Policy - Vehicle Emission System Tampering
- I/M Emission Testing on Dynamometer
- Scan Tool (Impulse Counter ) - Failure, Improper Hook-Up
- Fuel - EFI Analyzer Test Sheet
- Policy - HHT Warranty & Precautions
- Hand-Held Tester (HHT) - Updated Modules
- Wiring - Rear Door Harness Repair
- Window Channel - Sealing Rail Modified
- Door - Adjustment Procedure
- Doors - Wind Noise at Rear/Front Doors
- Doors - Wind Noise At Front/Rear Doors
- Hood and Trunk Lid - Now Aluminum
- Seat Belts - Precautions for Retractrors
- Seat - Tether Strap to Secure Child Restraints
- Window - New Repair Kit/Label Update
- Glass - Repair Recommendation
- Window - Removal and Installation Instructions
- Windows - Modified Crank Cover
- Window Frames - Sealing
- Window Frame - Reveal Moulding Replacement
- Mirrors - Replacement, Rear View Mirror Glass/Housing
- Interior - Rear Arm Rest Does Not Lock Horizontally
- Engine - Oil Level Checking Procedure Revised
- Oils & Fluids - Factory Approved Products
- Engine - Oil Level Should Be Checked
- Radiator - Filler Cap May Corrode
- Radiator Cap - Modified Design
- Rocker Arm Bracket Bolt - Modification
- Brake Lines - Replacement Parts, Bend to Shape
- A/T - Modifications and Innovations
- A/T - Vacuum Control Valve Updated
- A/T - Test Sheets MY 81-85
- A/T - (722.4) Updated Lower Cover & Intermediate Plate
- A/T - Circumstances for Modulating Pressure Test
- A/T - Vacuum Modulator Adjustment
- A/T - Standardized Design Control Pressure Cable
- A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
- A/T - Modulator Identification
- A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
- A/T - Identification
- A/T - Modulator Application & Pressure Specifications
- A/T - Valve Body Assembly
- A/T - Slips or No Forward/ Slips In Reverse
- A/T - Valve Body Identification
- A/T - Harsh Shifts or Erratic Shift Quality
- A/T - Slipping or Soft Shifts
- A/T - Reverse Clutches Burned
- 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 - Clutch & Band Application Chart
- M/T - Modified Countershaft Rear Bearing & Journal
- Drive/Propeller Shaft - Vibration Damper Update
- M/T - Front Cover Update & Torque Specification Change
- A/C - ACC Pushbutton Control Panel, Check Date
- Campaign - ACC Pushbutton Control Unit
- Engine - Oil Filter Housing, New Torque For Adapter
- Fuel - Injection Pump, Modified Vibration Damper
- Injection Pump - High-Pressure Timing
- Injection Pump - Production Change
- Injection Pump - Updated Checking Procedure
- Fuel System - In Line Fuel Heater
- Headlamp Door - Apparent Crack
- Axle - Rear Carrier Rubber Mounts Modified
- A/C - ACC Servo Unit Testing
- Engine - Oil Evacuation Equipment
- Charging System - Basic Test Reminders
- Power and Ground - Electrical Connection Kit
- Warranty - Return of Fuel System Components
- Fuel - Fuel Drain Hoses & Portable Fuel Tanker
- Cruise Control - Diagnosis of E-Tempomat System
- Cruise Control - P-Tempomat Amplifier Install
- Cruise Control - Inop After Installing Amplifier
- Wheel Alignment - Tool (Pull-Fixture) Instructions
- Wheel - Adhesive Balance Weights Removal Tool
- Wheels - Removal of Adhesive Wheel Balance Weights
- Seat Belts - Installation of Locking Retractors
- Seat Belt - Periodic Inspection
- Body - Amaretta Interior Cleaning
- Radio - (Becker Grand Prix) Face Plate, Replacement
- Policy - Sketch For Damage to Paintwork
- Paint - Warranty and Updated Supplier Information
- Fuel - Aneroid Compensator (ALDA), Modified
- Brakes - General System Precautions
- Brake Lamp - (Third, High Mount) Installation
- Engine - Caution When Installing Head Bolts
- Door Lock Cylinder - Hard to Turn
- Doors - Lock Cylinders Difficult to Turn
- A/T - Valve Body/Case Modification
- Emissions - Measurement Adapter Kit/Tool
- Instruments - (Oil Level Indicator) Testing & Function
- Poor Heat Output at Idle and A/C Not Operating
- A/T Case - Filler Piece May Not be Required
- Axle Shaft - Decreased Tightening Torque
- A/C - Bear R12/R134a Leak Detector Modified
- Power Steering - New Fluid Availability
- Diesel Engine - Cold Weather Operation
- Leak Testing the Air Brake System
- Frame - Electric Hoist Adapters
- Dye transfer From Seat Leather to Clothing
- Seat - Front Backrest Frame Spring Modified
- Front Seat Cushion Springs Feel Too Soft
- Front Seat Cushion Too Soft/Bottoms Out
- Rear Seat Cushion Too Soft or Bottoms Out
- Windshield Washer Solution - Mixing
- A/T - Transmission Gasket Leaks
- Body - Laminated Glass Chip/Crack Repair Information
- Engine - Break-In Oil for Use After Major Repairs
- Wipers/Washers - Wipers Chattering/Noisy
- Interior - Seat Noise Complaints
- A/C - Fluorescent Dye Leak Testing
- Wheels - Recommendation Against Chroming Alloy Wheels
- Paint - Adhesive Residue Removal
- Steering - Flow Noises/Fluid Foaming After Repairs
- Exhaust System - Exhaust Pipe Chrome Tip Care
- Interior - Interior Damage From Scent Dispensers
- Wheels/Tires - Nitrogen Usage Recommendations
- Interior - Seats are Dirty/Stained
- Power Steering - Fluid Filling/Bleeding Precautions
- Electrical - Horn Replacement Information
- Keyless Entry - Various Malfunctions
- Vehicle - Approved Service Products On WIS
- A/C - No Or Low A/C Cooling Performance
- Wheels - Approved Alloy Wheel Cleaning Product
- Wheels/Tires - Alloy Wheel Radial Crack Information
- Diesel Engine - MIL ON/Hard Start/Stall In Cold Temps.
- Body - New Window Glazing Adhesive Repair Kit
- Drivetrain - Axle Mount Service Guidelines
- Brakes - Brake Pad Paste Usage
- Brakes - Caliper Bolt Replacement Information
- Wipers/Washers - Wiping Quality Maintenance
- Brakes - Brake Component Corrosion Information
- Body - Windshield/Window Glass Bonding System
- Interior - Floor Mat Safety Information
- Restraints - Air Bag Durability And Reliability
- Body - Cleaning Tin-Plated Surfaces
- Emissions - I/m Dynamometer Emissions Testing
- Steering/Suspension - Wheel Alignment Data
- Drivetrain - Noises at Full Lock From Front Axle Area
- Antitheft System - 'Replace Key Battery' Message Displayed
- Computers/Controls - Malfunctions Of Various Power/Control Unit