Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins

• How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
• Recalls
  • Recall - Heater Core Defect
    • Overview
    • Parts
    • Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
    • Service Procedure
      • I. Heater Core Replacement
        • A. Bleeder Tee Inspection/Cleaning-to Assure Proper Air Bleed
        • B. Disconnect Heater Hoses
        • C. Loosen & Move Center Console Rearward
        • D. Brake Pedal or Brake/Clutch Pedal Removal
        • E. Steering Wheel & Column Disassembly
        • F. Heater Core Removal
        • G. Install Supplied Heater Core
        • H. Reassemble Steering Column
        • J. Reinstall Brake/Clutch Pedal
        • K. Final Reassembly
      • II. Special Replacement Instructions For 1985-86 1.7L Engine
      • III. Special Replacement Instructions For 1987 Models
      • IV. Cooling System Bleed Procedure If Excess Coolant Lost
        • 1.4 Liter Engine Vehicles
        • 1.7 or 2.0 Liter Engine Vehicles
      • Information: Quick-Connect Removal Procedure
      • V. Inspect/Replace Coolant Bottle Cap-1985, 86 and 87 Vehicles
    • Completion Reporting and Reimbrusement
    • Owner Letter
• Customer Interest
  • Engine - Hesitation or Flare
  • Interior - Fresh Air Outlet
  • Rear Axle - Squeak Noise
  • A/C - Hose Chafes
  • Engine - Vibrates at Idle Speed
  • A/T - Noise/Leak
  • Interior - Rear Window Wind Noise/Water Leaks
• Superceded Bulletins
  • 216289 - 12/11/89
• All Technical Service Bulletins
  • Workshop Manual Updates
  • Engine - Hesitation or Flare
  • Electrical - Systems Sentry
    • Overview
    • System Description, Console & Sensors Information
    • Systems Sentry & Diagnosis & Sensor Test Procedures
    • System Sentry Component Replacement
  • Workshop Manual Revision
  • AC Compressor Service
    • Overview
    • Clutch Removal & Installation & Compressor Shaft Seal Replacement
    • Compressor & Valve Replacement, Pressure Switches & Service Valves
    • System Evacuating-Charging Information
  • Interior - Fresh Air Outlet
  • Recall - Heater Core Defect
    • Overview
    • Parts
    • Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
    • Service Procedure
      • I. Heater Core Replacement
        • A. Bleeder Tee Inspection/Cleaning-to Assure Proper Air Bleed
        • B. Disconnect Heater Hoses
        • C. Loosen & Move Center Console Rearward
        • D. Brake Pedal or Brake/Clutch Pedal Removal
        • E. Steering Wheel & Column Disassembly
        • F. Heater Core Removal
        • G. Install Supplied Heater Core
        • H. Reassemble Steering Column
        • J. Reinstall Brake/Clutch Pedal
        • K. Final Reassembly
      • II. Special Replacement Instructions For 1985-86 1.7L Engine
      • III. Special Replacement Instructions For 1987 Models
      • IV. Cooling System Bleed Procedure If Excess Coolant Lost
        • 1.4 Liter Engine Vehicles
        • 1.7 or 2.0 Liter Engine Vehicles
      • Information: Quick-Connect Removal Procedure
      • V. Inspect/Replace Coolant Bottle Cap-1985, 86 and 87 Vehicles
    • Completion Reporting and Reimbrusement
    • Owner Letter
  • Workshop Manual Updates & Revisions
  • Engine Cooling - How To Identify & Service H/D Radiators
  • Rear Axle - Squeak Noise
  • Special Tools - Trammel Gauge
    • Overview
    • Description, Parallel & Diagonal Lengths Information
    • Trammel Gauge, Comparison & Direct Reading Check & Typical Pointers Application
    • Comparing Heights, Spirit Level, Attitude Adjustment Information
  • Clutch - (NG Transaxle) Pilot Bearing/Seal Change
  • A/T - Revised Filter Installation Procedure
  • A/T - Flushing Oil Cooler and Cooler Lines
  • Torque Converter - Oil Leak Diagnosis
  • Battery - Cover
  • Engine - Oil Filter Application Chart
  • A/C - Hose Chafes
  • Engine - Altitude Performance Adjustments
  • Engine - Vibrates at Idle Speed
  • Special Tools - Revised MS1700 Cartridge Labels
  • Body - Workshop Manual Updates
  • A/T - MB1 Workshop Manual Updates
    • Overview
    • Maintenance
    • Service Diagnosis
    • Complete Overhaul
      • Disassembly
      • Assembly
  • A/T - Noise/Leak
  • A/T - MB Converter Housing/Intermediary Case Gasket
  • A/T - Non-Serviceable Clutch Packs
  • A/T - ATF Foaming
  • A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
  • A/T - MB1 & MB3 Clutch Parts Interchange
  • A/T - Air Pressure Testing Clutch Operation
  • A/T - Flares or Neutralizing/Oil Filter Installation
  • A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
  • A/T - Solenoid Installation
  • A/T - Intermittent Electrical Problems
  • A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
  • A/T - No-Shift Problem Diagnosis
  • A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings
  • A/T - Front Bushing Wear
  • A/T - Bind Up In Reverse or 3rd Gear
  • A/T - No Reverse Tip
  • A/T - Math Formulas Part I
    • Overview
    • Shift Speed and Pressure
    • Speedometer Ratios
  • A/T - Vehicle Speed Sensor Check
  • A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs
  • A/T - Math Part II
  • A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
  • Transaxle - JB0-JBl Workshop Manual Updates
  • Manual Transaxle - Revised 5TH Gear Detent
  • Fuel - Alcohol Blend Warning
  • Fuel System - Freezing
  • Brake/Clutch Systems - Improved Hydraulic Fluid
  • Interior - Rear Window Wind Noise/Water Leaks
  • Seat Belts - Rear Seat Shoulder Belt Available
  • Body - Paint Codes
  • Paint - Maintaining Stone Chip Protection
  • Paint - Formulas
  • A/T - New Differential Case and Bearings
  • M/T - New Differential Case and Bearings
  • Cooling System - Water Pump to Remote Fill Hose Chafes