Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Generals
- Safety
- Customer Interest
- Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
- Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
- Brakes - High Pedal Effort/Too Much Pedal Travel
- Brakes - Roughness During Application
- Brakes - Knocking/Hard Pedal/Squealing
- Front Brakes - Squealing Noise Below 35 MPH
- A/C - Blower Motor Low Speed Ticking Noise
- Blower Motor - Chirping/Squeaking
- Front Strut - Grinding Noise While Turning
- Front Hub - Snapping Noise At Slow Speed
- Engine - Knocking Noise Cold During Start Up
- Timing Belt - Squeal or Whine After Cold Start
- Engine - Metallic Ticking/Noise
- Engine - Knocking Noise After Cold Start
- Steering Wheel - Shake/Vibration At Idle
- Heater - Poor Performance
- Radiator Mounts - Vibration/Noise At Idle
- A/C System - Insufficient Cooling
- Defroster - Warm Air May Flow Into the Floor Area
- Rear Doors - Wind Noise
- A/T - Slipping or Harsh Upshifts
- A/T - 4EAT Harsh Upshifts and Slips During Upshifts
- MIL ON In Cold Weather/Code 15 Set
- Engine - Lean Driveability Symptoms
- Rear Brakes - Squealing Noise
- Front Disc Brakes - Knocking Noise When Braking Gently
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Engine - Hard Start/Hesitation/Rough Idle
- Engine - Hesitation or Stall In Extreme Cold
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Safety Belts - Front/Rear Twisted at `D' Ring
- Speedometer Cable - Ticking or Squealing Noise
- Speedometer - Indicates High Speed When Cold
- Steering - Clunk/Rattle/Premature Tire Wear
- Steering Wheel/Column - Scraping Noise
- Body - Roof Sheet Metal Vibration When Closing Doors
- Glove Compartment - Poor Fit/Rattle
- Door Speakers - Buzzing/Distorted Sound
- Horn - Intermittent/Inoperative
- Door Lock Bezel - Rattles
- Luggage Compartment Trim Panel - Pops Off
- Front Seat Shoulder Belt - Jams Up
- Front Seat Shoulder Strap - Locks Up In Retractor
- Instrument Panel - Loud Ticking Noise
- Door Glass - Binding/High Operating Efforts
- Windshield Wipers - Wipers Streak or Clean Unevenly
- Rear View Mirror - Detaches From Windshield
- Body - Front Valance Panel Missing or Loose
- A/T - (4EAT and MTX) Gear Noise/Wear or Failure
- Fuel Gauge - Reads Full/Engine Stalls/No Start
- Exterior Clearcoat - Cracking/Eroding/Peeling Off
- Interior Door Handle - Inoperative
- Ignition Lock Cylinder - Sticks/Binds/Grabs
- Sunroof Wind Deflector - Damage
- Door Lock Controller - Sticks In the Up/Down Position
- Cowl - Creaking Noise
- Moon Roof Sunshade - Rattles
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Chemicals,Additives
- Labor/Parts Updates
- Superceded Bulletins
- 9226 - 01/16/92
- 9185 - 04/17/91
- 90245 - 12/07/90
- 90148 - 07/05/90
- 90137 - 06/20/90
- 89252 - 12/13/89
- 872013 - 10/07/87
- Wiper Motor - Revised Design Replacement
- Front Window Glass - Excessive Effort to Roll Up
- Body - Water Leak Diagnostic Service Tips
- Body and Frame - Water Leak Diagnosis
- Wind Deflector - Separates From Bracket
- A/C - Identification Of Non Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - R134A Retrofit Kit Availability
- A/C - R12 to R134a Retrofit Kit Availability
- 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
- Blower Motor - Chirping/Squeaking At Low Speeds
- Blower Motor - Chirping or Squeaking Noise
- Front Suspension - Grinding Noise On Turns
- 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
- Electrical - Wiring Harness Terminal Repair Kit
- Electrical - Service Tips
- Electrical - Troubleshooting Tips/Component Location
- Wire Harness - New Terminal Repair Kit
- Radio - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Electrical - Trouble Shooting Service Tips
- Brakes - Special Lubricant Requirements
- Brake Rotor - Machining With On-Vehicle Equipment
- Front Brakes - Squeal
- Front Disc Brakes - Knocking Noise
- Brakes - Summary of Noise Concern TSB's
- Front Disc Brakes - Knocking Noise When Braking
- A/T - New Transmission Cooler Flusher/Service Tip
- A/T - 4EAT Replacement Tips
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectations Vs. Vehicle Usage
- Fuel Economy - Expectations Versus Usage
- Engine - Hard Starting/Rough Idle/Hesitation/Stumble
- Speaker - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Speakers - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Fuel Pump - Buzz/Whine Through Radio Speakers
- Fuel Pump - Whine/Buzz Noise Heard In Speakers
- Radio - Whine/Buzz
- Radio - Buzzing/Whining Noise
- Electrical - Troubleshooting Tips
- Exhaust System - Buzz or Rattle Noise
- Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noises
- Exhaust System - Rattling/Buzzing Noise
- Exhaust System - Buzz/Rattle Noise
- Heater Core - Repeated Failure
- Cooling System - Diagnosis Procedure
- Temperature Gauge - Fluctuates/Inaccurate
- Engine - Lifter Noise After Initial Start Up
- A/T - Fluid Application Charts
- A/C System - New A/C Filter Kit
- 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
- Brakes - Vibration Prevention Service tip
- Propylene Glycol Coolant - Recommendations
- Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tip
- A/T - Transmission Fluid Usage Charts
- Automatic Transmission - Fluid Usage Charts
- A/C - Filter Kit Installation After Replacing Compressor
- 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
- A/C - Identification of Non-Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Identifying Non-Approved Refrigerants
- Vehicle - Towing Guidelines
- Vehicle - RV Towing Precautions
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Vehicle - Towing Behind RVs Guidelines
- Miscellaneous/Warning Devices - Manual Revision
- Air Conditioning Diagnostics - Manual Revision
- Heating/Defrosting Diagnostics - Manual Revision
- A/C System - Service TSB List
- Air Conditioning - R12 to R134A Retrofit Kit
- A/C - Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement
- Recall 94E019000: Offset Toe Adjusting Pin Fracture
- Engine Gasket Surface - Cleaning Procedures
- Engine - Repair Tips to Avoid Potential Damage
- Engine Cooling System Diagnostics - Revision
- Electrical/Vacuum Schematics - Manual Revision
- Overview
- 10-8 Grounds
- 10-9 Grounds
- 12-1 Charging System
- 13-1 Power Distribution
- 13-2 Power Distribution
- 13-3 Power Distribution
- 13-4 Power Distribution
- 13-5 Power Distribution
- 13-6 Power Distribution
- 13-7 Power Distribution
- 13-8 Power Distribution
- 13-9 Power Distribution
- 13-10 Power Distribution
- 13-11 Power Distribution
- 21-1 Ignition System
- 21-4 Ignition System
- 21-5 Ignition System
- 23-2 Electronic Engine Control
- 23-3 Electronic Engine Control
- 23-4 Electronic Engine Control
- 23-5 Electronic Engine Control
- 23-6 Electronic Engine Control
- 23-7 Electronic Engine Control
- 29-2 Electronic Automatic Transaxle
- 29-3 Electronic Automatic Transaxle
- 33-1 Electric Cooling Fan
- 37-1 Shift Lock
- 45-1 Passive Restraint System
- 45-2 Passive Restraint System
- 45-3 Passive Restraint System
- 54-2 A/C-Heater
- 54-3 A/C Heater
- 54-8 A/C-Heater
- 56-1 Rear Window Defrost
- 60-2 Instrument Cluster Standard
- 60-3 Instrument Cluster (Standard)
- 60-6 Instrument Cluster (Standard)
- 60-7 Instrument Cluster (Standard)
- 61-1 Instrument Cluster (Sport)
- 61-8 Instrument Cluster (Sport)
- 61-9 Instrument Cluster (Sport)
- 66-2 Warning Chime
- 66-3 Warning Chime
- 66-6 Warning Chime
- 71-1 Instrument Illumination
- 71-2 Instrument Illumination
- 71-3 Instrument Illumination
- 86-1 Fog Lamps
- 89-1 Courtesy Lamps
- Park/Stop/License Lamps
- 92-3 Park/Stop/License Lamps
- Power Steering Pump Installation - Revised
- Campaign - Fuel Pump/Sender Wiring Modification
- Recall - Fuel Pump Inspection/Replacement
- Recall 92V117000; Fuel Pump Cracks/Leaks
- Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
- Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
- Brakes - High Pedal Effort/Too Much Pedal Travel
- Brakes - Roughness During Application
- Brakes - Grinding Noise/Roughness Felt
- Brakes - Knocking/Hard Pedal/Squealing
- Front Brakes - Squealing Noise Below 35 MPH
- Brakes - Intermittent Brake Squeal
- A/C - Blower Motor Low Speed Ticking Noise
- Blower Motor - Chirping/Squeaking
- Air Conditioning - Approved Flushing Procedures
- Front Strut - Grinding Noise While Turning
- Front Hub - Snapping Noise At Slow Speed
- Engine - Knocking Noise Cold During Start Up
- Timing Belt Adjusting Procedure - Revised
- Timing Belt - Squeal or Whine After Cold Start
- Engine - Metallic Ticking/Noise
- Engine - Knocking Noise After Cold Start
- Cooling System - New System Diagnostics
- Steering Wheel - Shake/Vibration At Idle
- Heater - Poor Performance
- Radiator Mounts - Vibration/Noise At Idle
- A/C System - Insufficient Cooling
- Defroster - Warm Air May Flow Into the Floor Area
- Lower Ball Joint Checking Procedure - Revised
- Lug Nuts - Proper Torqueing Procedure
- Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
- Rear Doors - Wind Noise
- Moon Roof Diagnostics - Revision
- Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
- A/T - Flushing Oil Cooler And Lines
- A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure
- Kickdown Cable - Adjustment/Pressure Specification
- A/T - Slipping or Harsh Upshifts
- A/T - 4EAT Harsh Upshifts and Slips During Upshifts
- Fuel Injector - New Cleaning Method
- Fuel Injector Cleaner - Parts and Service Tips
- MIL ON In Cold Weather/Code 15 Set
- EGO Sensors - Silicone Contamination
- Campaign - Speedometer Cable Speed Sensor
- Engine - Lean Driveability Symptoms
- Rear Brakes - Squealing Noise
- Front Disc Brakes - Knocking Noise When Braking Gently
- Brake Operation Warning Light - Manual Revision
- Battery - Test Procedure
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Charging System Warning Light - Manual Revision
- Steering Column Switches -Manual Revision
- Fuel Pressure Regulator - Obsolete Part Return
- Engine - Hard Start/Hesitation/Rough Idle
- Engine - Hesitation or Stall In Extreme Cold
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Safety Belts - Front/Rear Twisted at `D' Ring
- Service Manual - Modifications/Revisions
- Overview
- Electronic Engine Control With 1.8L Engine
- Electronic Engine Control 24-4 With 1.9L Engine
- Passive Restraint System
- Heater
- Instrument Cluster Standard
- Instrument Cluster (Sport)
- 1991 Instrument Cluster (Sport)
- 1991 - Instrument Cluster (Sport) 61-12
- Vehicle Speed Sensor With 1.8L Engine
- Courtesy Lamps
- Connector Faces/Pinout Charts
- Brake Rotor - Machining Equipment/Warranty Information
- Engine Control Systems - Diagnosis Revision
- Overview
- Diagnosis Routines, Improper Shift
- Bypass Air Control System
- Fuel System Delivery/Diagnosis and Testing
- Ignition System and Timing Procedures
- EEC Quick Test - All Engines
- EEC Pinpoint Test - All Engines
- Index
- Pinpoint Test Instructions
- Barometric Pressure Switch
- Clutch Cycling Pressure Switch 2.2L All
- Cylinder Identification 1.6L, 1.8L
- Cylinder Identification 2.2L Turbo
- Crankshaft Position 1.3L, 1.8L and 2.2L Turbo
- Daytime Running Lamps 1.3L, 1.8L and 2.0L Turbo (Canada Only)
- Engine Coolant Temperature - All Engines
- Electrical Load Control Unit 1.6L and Turbo
- EGR Valve Position 2.2L Turbo and Non-Turbo Calif.
- Ignition Diagnostic Monitor - All Engines
- MIL and Overboost Indicator Warning - All Engines
- Knock Control 1.6L Turbo
- Knock Control 2.2L Turbo
- Power and Ground Connections - All Engines
- Relay Output Check - All Engines
- Solenoid Controlled By Ground - All Engines
- Switch Monitor Lamp - All Vehicles
- Switch to Ground - All Engines
- Self Test Input - All Engines
- Self Test Output - All Engines
- Switch to Power - All Engines
- Throttle Position 1.6L, 1.8L, 2.2L All
- Vane Air Flow - All Engines
- Vane Air Temperature - All Engines
- Vehicle Power - All Engines
- Reference Voltage - All Engines
- EEC-IV Monitor Intermittent Fault Diagnostics
- 4EAT Transaxle
- Quick Test
- Test Equipment
- Pinpoint Test
- Input/Output Sensors
- Pinpoint Test Instructions
- Downshift Signal 2.2L Turbo 4EAT, 1.8L 4EAT
- Manual Shift Lamp 3.0L, 2.2L and 1.6L
- Power and Ground Connections All 4EAT
- Solenoid Controlled By Power - All 4EAT
- Self Test Input All 4EAT Except 1.8L and 1.9L
- Self Test Output - All 4EAT
- Switch to Ground - All 4EAT
- Switch to Power - All 4EAT
- Throttle Position - All 4EAT
- Torque Converter Speed Pulse Generator - All 4EAT
- Transaxle Oil Temperature 1.8L, 1.9L 4EAT
- Transaxle Oil Temperature Switch 2.2L, 3.0L, 1.6L - 4EAT
- Vehicle Power - All 4EAT
- Vehicle Speed - All 4EAT
- Reference Voltage - All 4EAT
- Horn Diagnosis and Testing - Manual Revision
- Fuel Gauge/Low Fuel Warning Light - Revision
- Gauges - Manual Revision
- Speedometer Cable - Removal/Installation Revision
- Speedometer Cable - Ticking or Squealing Noise
- Speedometer - Indicates High Speed When Cold
- Wiper Motor - Upgraded Service Kits
- Windshield Wipers - Torque Value Revision
- Low Speed Cooling Fan Relay - Manual Revision
- Steering - Clunk/Rattle/Premature Tire Wear
- Recall 93V057000: Ignition Lock Roll Pin Separation
- Steering Wheel/Column - Scraping Noise
- Recall - Ignition Lock Cylinder Modification/Replacement
- Water Leaks - Diagnostic Service Tips
- Wind Noise - Service Tips
- Body - Roof Sheet Metal Vibration When Closing Doors
- Noise/Rattles/Squeaks - Diagnostic Service Tips
- Body/Frame - Rattles and Squeaks/Service Tips
- Interior/Exterior Lighting System - Revision
- Glove Compartment - Poor Fit/Rattle
- MIL ON/No Codes Set Explanation
- 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
- EEC IV Pinpoint Test H - Manual Correction
- Electrical - Troubleshooting Service Tips
- Electronics - Diagnostic Tools and Adapter Application
- Door Speakers - Buzzing/Distorted Sound
- Horn - Intermittent/Inoperative
- Windshield Wiper Diagnostics - Revision
- Window Washer Diagnostics - Revision
- Door Latches - Adjustment/Modification Prohibition
- Door Latch - Switch Replacement Procedure Revised
- Door Lock Bezel - Rattles
- Luggage Compartment Trim Panel - Pops Off
- Front Seat Shoulder Belt - Jams Up
- Front Seat Shoulder Strap - Locks Up In Retractor
- Instrument Panel - Loud Ticking Noise
- Windshield - Material Usage Procedure
- Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film
- Glass - Iridescence or Mottling In Tempered Glass
- Door Glass - Binding/High Operating Efforts
- Windshield Wipers - Wipers Streak or Clean Unevenly
- Rear View Mirror - Detaches From Windshield
- Rearview Mirror Diagnostics - Revision
- Rear View Mirror - Reattachment
- Bumper Cover - Repair Materials Update
- Body - Front Valance Panel Missing or Loose
- Motor Oil - Viscosity Grade Recommendation
- Cooling System - Proper Fluid Concentrations
- Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tips
- Engine Coolant - Propylene Glycol Recommendations
- Wheel Cover - Installation Tip
- A/T - 4EAT Assembly Replacement Service Tips
- A/T - (4EAT and MTX) Gear Noise/Wear or Failure
- Automatic Transaxle Diagnostics - Revision
- A/T - Revised Line Pressure Readings
- A/T - New Rotunda Fluid Changer Service Tip
- A/T - Electronics Diagnostic and Repair Chart
- A/T - Electronic Transmission Repair Process Chart
- A/T - Transmission Flush and Fill Tool Available
- A/T - G4A, 4EAT Sprag Rotation
- A/T - G4A, 4EAT Pressure Tap Locations
- A/T - G4A, 4EAT Valve Body Identification
- A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
- A/T - G4A-EL/4EAT Low Pump Pressure
- A/T - G4A-EL/4EAT Repeated Reverse Clutch Failure
- A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
- A/T - Diagnostic Trouble Codes for 1983-1992
- A/T - Intermittent Electrical Problems
- A/T - F4EAT Diagnostic Information
- A/T - G4A-EL, 4EAT Erratic Pressure Rise
- A/T - G4AEL, G4AHL, F4EAT, F4AEL Shift Feel Complaints
- A/T - Failsafe Modes
- A/T - Slipping/Vehicle Does Not Move After Rebuild
- A/T - Low OR No Line Pressure Rise/Worn Throttle Cam
- A/T - 4EAT, G4A-EL Engine Stalls In Drive
- A/T - Reverse Piston Return Spring Revised
- A/T - G4AEL/4EAT DTC 60, 61, 62, or 63/Pinched Wires
- A/T - G4A-EL, 4EAT Engagement Problems
- A/T - G4A-EL and F4EAT Trouble Code Identification
- 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
- Cigar Lighter Diagnosis and Schematic - Revision
- Octane Adjust Shorting Bar - Revised Procedures
- Fuel Gauge - Reads Full/Engine Stalls/No Start
- Instrument Panel Lighting - Manual Revision
- Engine - New Gasket Sealer
- Charging System Diagnosis - Revision
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectation vs. Vehicle Usage
- Power Window Diagnostics - Revision
- Manual Antenna - Service Procedures Revision
- Seat Belt Diagnostics - Manual Revision
- Passive Restraint - Incorrect Information in Manual
- Plastic Credit Card Keys - Cutting Procedure
- Paint - Preparation Procedure And MSDS Information
- Exterior Clearcoat - Cracking/Eroding/Peeling Off
- 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
- Paint - Iron Particle Removal
- Electrical Diode - Identification and Replacement
- Interior Door Handle - Inoperative
- Ignition Lock Cylinder - Sticks/Binds/Grabs
- Sunroof Wind Deflector - Damage
- A/T - Valve Body Disassembly/Assembly Revision
- A/T Valve Body - Disassembly/Assembly Revised
- Campaign - Running Light Module, Extended Coverage
- Door Lock Controller - Sticks In the Up/Down Position
- A/T - Band Servo Adjusting Procedure Revised
- Hood Lamp Switch - Updated Replacement Part
- Glove Compartment - Improved Lock
- A/C - R12 Refrigerant Service Tips
- A/C - R12 Refrigerant Substitutes Service Tip
- R-12 Refrigerant - Substitutes
- Air Conditioning - Use of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye
- A/C - Identification of Non Approved Refrigerants
- Cowl - Creaking Noise
- A/C Coupling - Cleaning Procedures
- Air Conditioning - O Ring Removal Service Tip
- A/C - New Refrigerant O-Rings
- A/T and M/T - 4EAT/MTX Gear Noise/Wear/Failure
- A/T Selector Lever Torque - Revision
- A/T Torque Specifcation - Manual Revisions
- Moon Roof Sunshade - Rattles
- Power Door Lock Diagnosis - Revised
- Brakes - New Silicone Compound/Grease
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Fuel - California Reformulated Gasoline
- Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Concerns
- A/T - 4EAT Assembly Replacement, Service Tip
- A/C - Adding Refrigerant Oil Service Tip
- A/C Compressor - Service Tips
- Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips
- M/T - Mercon(R) V ATF Usage Information