Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Emissions
- Recall - Catalyst Inspection/Replacement
- Recall - Catalytic Convertor and Y-Pipe Replacement
- Recall - Catalyst Inspection and/or Replacement
- Recall - Catalyst/Y Pipe Replacement
- Recall - Emissions Control Modifications
- Recall - Thermactor Air Bypass Kit Installation
- Generals
- Emissions
- Customer Interest
- A/C - Musty Odor Coming From Vents
- Fuel Pump - Buzzing/Humming After Engine Shut Down
- Engine - Severe Hesitation During Acceleration
- Engine - Rough Idling Condition
- Brakes - Roughness During Application
- Distributor Rotor - Engine Bucking/Surging
- Polycast Wheels - Trim Rings Cannot Be Installed
- A/T - Fluid Leak At the Cooler Line Connections
- Engine - Hesitation/Lack Of Power/Rough Idle
- Engine - Light Surging/Bucking On Deceleration
- Alternator - No or Low Output
- Instrument Cluster Warning Lights - Dimly Lit
- Engine - Cranks/No Start/Stalls At Idle
- Ignition Coil - Stumbles/Stalls/Noise In Radio
- Engine - Stumbling/Poor Acceleration/Stalling At Idle
- Radio - Ignition Noise/Alternator Whine
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Rear Brakes - Shudder/Vibration
- A/C - Missing Suction Side Service Port
- Engine Vacuum System - Starting/Driveability Problems
- Stabilizer Bar - Squeak/Grunt/Crunch Noise
- Front/Rear Stabilizer Bar Bushings - Squeak/Grunt Noise
- EEC Electrical Connectors - Driveability Concerns
- Power Door Locks - Are Inoperative
- Front Door Hinge Roller - Breakage
- Convertible/T-Top - Water Leaks/Wind Noise
- Manual Vent Windows - Hard to Open
- Vent Windows - May Stick to Weatherstrip
- M/T - Shift Lever Loose/Broken
- Accessory Drive Belt - Noisy
- A/T - Synthetic Fluid Availability
- Ignition System - Poor Spark Output
- Speed Control - Abnormal Operation When Hot
- Oil Level Indicator - Intermittent Operation
- A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
- Engine - Rough Idle/Surging/Stalling
- Rear Locking Differential - Noise On Turns
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Adhesive Backed Emblem - Loose/Missing
- Seat Back - (Passenger Front) Movement When Braking
- Labor/Parts Updates
- Seals, Gaskets
- Superceded Bulletins
- 91118 - 05/30/91
- 90148 - 07/05/90
- 90128 - 06/07/90
- 89311 - 02/08/89
- 89252 - 12/13/89
- 891012 - 05/17/89
- 881710 - 08/17/88
- 8798 - 05/06/87
- 87529 - 03/11/87
- 872013 - 10/07/87
- 861615 - 08/13/86
- 861410 - 07/17/86
- 861116 - 06/05/86
- 85132 - 07/01/85
- 84231 - 11/06/84
- 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
- Radio - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Electrical Diode - Identification/Service Replacements
- Brake Rotor - Machining With On-Vehicle Equipment
- Brakes - Occasional or Intermittent Squeal
- Torque Converter - Metal To Metal Sound
- Fuel Pump - Buzz/Whine Through Radio Speakers
- Fuel Pump - Whine/Buzz Noise Heard In Speakers
- Radio - Whine/Buzz
- Radio - Buzzing/Whining Noise
- Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensors - Silicone Contamination
- Cooling System - Diagnosis Procedure
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Engine Serial Numbers - Location
- Electrical - New Terminal Grease Released For Service
- Fuel Pump - Buzzing/Humming After Engine Shut Down
- Engine - Severe Hesitation During Acceleration
- Throttle Position Sensor - Part Identification
- Throttle Position Sensor - Diagnostic Tips
- Throttle Position Sensor - Request For Return
- Engine - Rough Idling Condition
- Electric Fuel Pump - New Service Procedure
- Brakes - Roughness During Application
- Brakes - Intermittent Brake Squeal
- Graphic Display - False or No Warnings
- A/C Compressor Clutch Assembly - Service Caution
- Air Conditioning - Approved Flushing Procedures
- A/C Suction Accumulator - Manual Revision
- Distributor Rotor - Engine Bucking/Surging
- Oil Pan - Revised Shop Manual Removal/Installation
- Cooling System - New System Diagnostics
- Crankshaft Seal - Leaks, Air Pressure Test
- Wheels - Loss Of Balance Weights
- Aluminum Wheels - Wear/Corrosion Damage
- Lug Nuts - Proper Torqueing Procedure
- Polycast Wheels - Trim Rings Cannot Be Installed
- Tires - Field Service Locations/Representatives
- Aluminum Wheel - New Improved Wrench Adapter
- Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
- Wheel Stud - Removal Procedure
- Power Window Regulator - Counterbalance Spring
- Speedometer Gear - Application Charts
- Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
- A/T - Fluid Leak At the Cooler Line Connections
- A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure
- Throttle Valve - Control Pressure Specification Revision
- Fuel Injectors - Rotunda Injector Tester/Cleaner
- Engine - Hesitation/Lack Of Power/Rough Idle
- Fuel System - Injector Tester/Cleaner Service Tips
- Body/Frame - Arc Welding Precautions
- EGO Sensors - Silicone Contamination
- 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
- Engine - Light Surging/Bucking On Deceleration
- Rear Brakes - Squealing Noise
- Brake Caliper Pin - New Service Part
- Alternator - No or Low Output
- Alternator/Regulator - Integral Design Service Procedure
- Instrument Cluster Warning Lights - Dimly Lit
- Engine - Cranks/No Start/Stalls At Idle
- TFI Module/PIP Sensor - New Diagnostic Procedure
- EEC Universal Distributor - Drive Gear Removal Tool
- Ignition System - Diagnostics Manual Correction
- Ignition Coil - Stumbles/Stalls/Noise In Radio
- Engine - Stumbling/Poor Acceleration/Stalling At Idle
- Fuel Line Spring Lock Coupling - Service Procedures
- Fuel Spring Lock Coupling - Shop Manual Correction
- Turbocharger - Boost Pressure Specifications
- Recall - Catalyst Inspection/Replacement
- Recall - Catalytic Convertor and Y-Pipe Replacement
- Recall - Catalyst Inspection and/or Replacement
- Recall - Catalyst/Y Pipe Replacement
- Air Supply Control Valve - Functional Check
- Radio - Ignition Noise/Alternator Whine
- AM/FM Cassette Radio - Dial Lighting Dim
- Radio/Cassette - Stereo/Mono Switching
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Brake Rotor - Machining Equipment/Warranty Information
- Rear Brakes - Shudder/Vibration
- A/C - Missing Suction Side Service Port
- Engine - Oil Dipstick May Not Be Read Correctly
- Engine Vacuum System - Starting/Driveability Problems
- Fuel Pump/Sender - Erratic Operation Prevention
- Speedometer/Odometer - Inaccurate Readings
- Campaign - Heater/Engine Bypass Hose Replacement
- Oil Pan Seal - Correct Service Part Usage
- Stabilizer Bar - Squeak/Grunt/Crunch Noise
- Front/Rear Stabilizer Bar Bushings - Squeak/Grunt Noise
- Sheet Metal - Corrosion From Dealer Name Plate
- Exterior Moldings - Request For Return
- 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
- EEC Electrical Connectors - Driveability Concerns
- Processor - Request For Return of Assembly
- Electronic Modules - Protection From Static Electricity
- Vehicle - Welding Precautions
- Electrical/Electronic/Fuel Induction - Glossary
- Power Door Locks - Are Inoperative
- Electronic Clock - Revised Diagnostic Procedure
- Front Door Hinge Roller - Breakage
- Door Latches - Adjustment/Modification Prohibition
- Convertible/T-Top - Water Leaks/Wind Noise
- Safety Belt - Tongue Cover Now Available
- Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film
- Manual Vent Windows - Hard to Open
- Vent Windows - May Stick to Weatherstrip
- Glass - Iridescence or Mottling In Tempered Glass
- Bumpers - Isolator and Bracket Assembly Replacement
- Water Pump Gasket - Updated Part
- Engine Coolant - Recycled Coolant Not Authorized
- Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tips
- Oil Filter Adapter - Revised Gasket
- A/T - AOD Slip/Bump On Upshift/Downshift
- A/T - C5 Description of Changes
- A/T - AOD Description of Changes
- A/T - New Rotunda Fluid Changer Service Tip
- A/T - AOD Identifying Valve Bodies
- A/T - C5 Changes For 1986
- A/T - AOD Changes To 1986 Transmissions
- A/T - AOD New Information/Clutch Return Spring Tension
- A/T - C4/C5 Replacing Forward Drum Oil Rings
- A/T - AOD 3-4 Accumulator Change
- A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
- A/T - AOD 4th Gear Complaints
- A/T - Direct Clutch Failure/Excessive Case Bore Wear
- A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
- A/T - EEC Trouble Codes
- A/T - Diagnostic Trouble Codes for 1983-1992
- A/T - AODE Cooler Return Line Filter Installation
- A/T - C5 Slipping On 1-2 Shift After Rebuild
- A/T - AOD Burned Or Slipping Direct Clutch
- A/T - C5 Delayed Engagement/Abrupt Apply In Reverse
- A/T - AOD Planetary Gear Set Deterioration
- A/T - Shudder or Vibration During Coastdown 4-3 Shift
- A/T - AOD Reverse Drum Changes
- A/T - Pressure Tap Locations
- A/T - AOD Rough 1-2 Shift After Overhaul
- A/T - Overdrive in 2nd Gear and Lockout/Binds in 1st
- A/T - AOD Torque Converter Identification
- A/T - AOD Rebuild Tips
- A/T - 3-2 Too Sensitive, or No Part Throttle Downshift
- A/T - AOD Relief Valves For Valve Bodies
- A/T - AOD High Pitched Noise In All Ranges
- A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings
- A/T - AOD No End Play/Overdrive Band Burned
- A/T - AOD No Fourth Gear
- A/T - Front Bushing Wear
- A/T - AOD Burned Overdrive Band/End Play after Rebuild
- A/T - AOD Loss of Governor Pressure Through Valve Body
- A/T - Harsh 1-2 Upshift or Slide Bump 1-2 Upshift
- A/T - Sprag Rotation
- A/T - AOD Kills Engine In Reverse and/or Forward Gears
- A/T - AOD Failure In Rear Of Transmission/No Lubrication
- A/T - AOD No Manual Low Gear
- A/T - Rear Planet Failure/Lack Of Lubrication
- A/T - AOD Governor Pressure Leaks
- A/T - Math Formulas Part I
- A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs
- A/T - Math Part II
- A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
- M/T - Shift Lever Loose/Broken
- EGR Valve - New Service Part
- A/T - Vibration Damper Improved Design
- Accessory Drive Belt - `V' Ribbed Belt Cracking
- Accessory Drive Belt - Noisy
- A/T - Synthetic Fluid Availability
- A/T, M/T - New `Mercon' Transmission Fluid
- Ignition System - Poor Spark Output
- Ignition Timing - Spout Connector Locations
- Speed Control - Abnormal Operation When Hot
- Oil Level Indicator - Intermittent Operation
- Driveability TSB's - Summary
- Engine - Normal Oil Consumption
- Engine Compartment Wiring - New Connectors
- Wiring - Circuit Number/Color Code Charts
- Wiring - Continuity Testing of Connector Terminals
- Wiring - Electrical System Troubleshooting Tips
- Wiring - Positive Locking Micro-Pin Terminals
- Wire Harness Terminal and Connector - Service Kit
- Specifications Issue Technical Service Bulletin
- T-Roof - Service Procedures
- Safety Belts - Service Procedure, Manual Revision
- Interior Trim - Recommended Clean Up Tips
- Paint - Cosmetic Damage From Airborn Materials
- Paint - Codes and Cross Reference
- Paint - Difficulty Matching Production Colors
- 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
- Engine - Rough Idle/Surging/Stalling
- Recall - Emissions Control Modifications
- A/T - AOD Main Control Valve Body Gasket
- Rear Locking Differential - Noise On Turns
- Brake Booster - Request For Return of Assembly
- A/C - R12 Refrigerant Substitutes Service Tip
- R-12 Refrigerant - Substitutes
- Air Conditioning - Use of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye
- Alternator Bracket - Parts Return
- A/C Coupling - Cleaning Procedures
- A/C - New Refrigerant O-Rings
- Recall - Thermactor Air Bypass Kit Installation
- M/T - Shift Lever Return Request
- A/T Vacuum Diaphragm - Return
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Idle Fuel Mixture - Manual Revision
- Fuel System - Gasoline Testing Kit
- Rotunda Gas Chek Kit - Requires Modification
- Adhesive Backed Emblem - Loose/Missing
- Seat Back - (Passenger Front) Movement When Braking
- Brakes - Noise Diagosis/Repair TSB Sumary