Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Generals
- Safety
- 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
- Campaign 05V086000: Rear Brake Tube Inspection
- Recall - Airbag Deactivation Switch Durability Concern
- Recall - Airbag Deactivation Shunt Replacement
- Recall 07V336000: Cruise Control Fire Hazard
- Recall 08V051000: Incorrect Speed Control Jumper Harness
- Recall - Cruise Control Switch Jumper Harness
- 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
- Exhaust System - Rough Idle Condition
- Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
- Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
- A/C - Lack Of Temperature Control
- A/C - No Temperature Control/Clicking Noise
- Intake Manifold - Cross-Over Channel Coolant Seepage
- Suspension - Vehicle Leans to Right Side
- Body/Suspension - Harsh Ride/Excessive Road Feel
- Side Doors - Wind Noises
- Rear Axle - Whining Noise Heard at 50-65 MPH
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Shudder/Vibration in 3rd/4th Gear
- 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
- PCM - MIL ON/DTC P0446 Set
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Shudder/Vibration Over 35 mph
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC's P0420/P0430 Set
- Front Seat - Loose Feeling
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC's Stored/Check Fuel Cap Lamp ON
- A/T - 4R70W TCIL ON/Code P0782/Delayed/No 2-3 Upshift
- Door Latch/Door Handle - Stuck Open or Closed
- Windshield - Water Leaks
- Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noise
- Steering Wheel - Vibration/Buzzing Noise On Right Turns
- 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/C - Heater Core Electrolysis/Leakage
- Starting System- No Crank Condition
- Chemicals,Additives
- Labor/Parts Updates
- Seals, Gaskets
- Superceded Bulletins
- 98-5A-3 - 06/08/98
- 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 - Materials For Warranty And Post Warranty Repair
- Paint - Worldwide Recommended Materials
- Paint - Industrial Fallout/Iron Particle Removal
- Paint - Recommended Materials
- Paint - Refinish Paint Testing Program
- Locks - Lock Service Package Availability
- Locks - Lock Service Kit Availability
- Locks - Lock Service Kits Availability
- Interior Trim - Repairs To Vinyl Surfaces
- 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
- A/C - Musty/Mildew Type Odors
- A/C - Identification Of Non Approved Refrigerants
- Air Conditioning - Musty Odors
- A/C - No Temperature Control
- A/T - 4R70W Delayed Or No 2-3 Upshift
- Electrical - Wiring Soldering/Crimping Tips
- 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
- Recall - Incorrect Cruise Control Jumper Harness
- Campaign - Brake Line Abrasion
- Brakes - Roughness/Vibration
- Brake Rotor - Hub Mounted Machining Equipment
- Brakes - Rotor/Drum Sanding Elimination
- 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 or Vibration
- 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
- Speaker - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Speakers - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- EVAP System - MIL ON Multiple DTC's Set
- Engine Controls - General PCM Reprogramming Procedures
- EVAP - MIL ON/DTC's P0442/P0455/No Driveability Concerns
- ABS System - False Activation/Intermittent Lamp ON
- PCM - MIL ON/DTC P0446 in Memory
- PCM - MIL ON/DTC P0446 Stored in Memory
- EVAP System - MIL ON/DTC's P0442/P0455 Stored
- EVAP System - MIL ON/DTC's P0442 and P0455 Set
- EVAP System - MIL ON/DTC's P0442/P0455 Set
- Emissions - MIL ON/EVAP System DTC's Set
- PCM - Out Of Vehicle Reprogramming
- Exhaust System - Rattling/Buzzing Noise
- Heater Core - Repeated Failure
- Engine - Cylinder Head Straightedge Flatness Check
- A/T - Fluid Application Charts
- Body and Frame - Harsh Ride/Excessive Road Feel
- 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
- Steering Wheel - Buzz on Low Speed Right Turns
- Steering Wheel - Noise and Vibration
- A/T - Transmission Fluid Usage Charts
- Automatic Transmission - Fluid Usage Charts
- A/C - Identification of Non-Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Identifying Non-Approved Refrigerants
- Engine - Detonation/Spark Knock During Acceleration
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- 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
- Exhaust System - Rough Idle Condition
- Driveability - Vacuum Leak Detection
- 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
- Heater Core - On Car Pressure Test For Warranty Claim
- Engine - Aluminum Block/Head Machining
- Engine - Cylinder Head Straightedge Surface Check
- A/C - Lack Of Temperature Control
- A/C - No Temperature Control/Clicking Noise
- Intake Manifold - Cross-Over Channel Coolant Seepage
- Campaign - Intake Manifold Extended Warranty Coverage
- Suspension - Vehicle Leans to Right Side
- Body/Suspension - Harsh Ride/Excessive Road Feel
- Wheels/Tires - Road Force Measurement Equipment
- Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
- 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 Tips
- PCM - Reprogramming Out of Vehicle
- Emissions/Engine Controls - Driveability Diagnosis
- EGR DPFE Sensor - Voltage Range Revision
- 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
- PCM - MIL ON/DTC P0446 Set
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Shudder/Vibration Over 35 mph
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC's P0420/P0430 Set
- Engine Controls - General PCM Programming Procedures
- 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
- Brakes - Elimination Of Sanding Rotors And Drums
- Hub-Mount Brake Rotor Machining Equipment
- Wipers/Washers - Wiper Motor Transfer Tips
- Engine Head Gasket - Approved Replacement Procedures
- Front Seat - Loose Feeling
- EVAP - DTC's P0442/P0455/MIL ON/No Driveability Concerns
- EVAP System - Diagnosis and Testing
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC's Stored/Check Fuel Cap Lamp ON
- A/T - 4R70W TCIL ON/Code P0782/Delayed/No 2-3 Upshift
- Door Latch/Door Handle - Stuck Open or Closed
- Interior Door Trim Panel - Replacement Tip
- 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
- Campaign 05V086000: Rear Brake Tube Inspection
- Campaign - Possible Brake Line Abrasion
- A/T - Cold Fluid Level Checking
- A/T - In Line Fluid Filter Kit
- A/T - Transmission Flush and Fill Tool Available
- A/T - Mercon V ATF Usage
- Climate Control - Blower Control Service Tips
- Engine - New Gasket Sealer
- Engine - Oil System Priming Procedures
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectation vs. Vehicle Usage
- Remote Keyless Entry - Diagnostic Service Tips
- Remote Keyless Entry - Transmitter revision
- Keyless Entry System - Service Tips
- Interior Trim - Vinyl Surface Repair Tips
- Locks - Lock Service Packages Available
- Paint - Codes and Colors/Cross Reference
- Paint - Materials For After Warranty/Warranty Repairs
- Paint - Rough Texture
- A/T - Inadvertent Shift Interlock Disabling
- A/C Clutch Cycling Pressure Switch - Service Tip
- Electrical Diode - Identification and Replacement
- 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/C - New O Ring Applications
- A/T - 4R70W Needle Bearing/Race Kit Service Tip
- Brakes - Vibration/Inspection Service Tips
- Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Concerns
- Recall - Airbag Deactivation Switch Durability Concern
- Recall - Airbag Deactivation Shunt Replacement
- A/C - Refrigerant Oil Refill Capacity
- Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips
- A/C - Heater Core Electrolysis/Leakage
- Starting System- No Crank Condition
- Steering - Mercon V(R) Fluid Usage
- Recall 07V336000: Cruise Control Fire Hazard
- Engine - Spark Plug Hole Thread Repair Procedure
- Recall 08V051000: Incorrect Speed Control Jumper Harness
- Recall - Cruise Control Switch Jumper Harness
- 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