Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins

• How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
• Recalls
  • Generals
    • Campaign - Primary Hood Latch Spring
  • Safety
    • Recall 89V237000: Engine Valve Cover Gasket Oil Leak
• Customer Interest
  • Fuel Pump - Filter Plugging
  • Engine - Smoky Exhaust/Oil Consumption
    • Overview
    • Procedure A
    • Procedure B
    • Labor Operation
  • Engine - Driveway Die Out/Rough Idle/Low Power
  • Engine - Oil Consumption
  • Exhaust Flex Joint - Squeaking
  • Rear Wheel Alignment - Uneven Tire Wear
  • A/T - Slips In Reverse At Low Temperature
  • Converter Lock Up Solenoid - Bucking/Surging
  • Converter Clutch - Vehicle Shudder on Lock Up
  • A/T - 41TE/AE 42LE Delayed Gear Engagement
    • Overview
    • Symptom/Condition
    • Diagnosis
    • Item 1 DTC 35 Loss of Prime
    • Item 2 L - R Inner and Outer Seals
    • Item 3 UD Inner Lip Seal
    • Item 4 General Seal Statement
    • Item 5 Measuring # 1 Check Ball Clearance
    • Item 6 PRNDL Switch (Non TRS)
    • Item 7 Output Speed Sensor
  • A/T - Ratcheting Sound When Coming To Stop
  • Fuel Injector - Rough Idle/Long Crank Time
  • Fuel Injectors - Long Crank Time to Start
  • PCM - Cold Start Hesitation/Tip In Sag/DTC 13
  • Throttle Body - Intermittent Loss of Engine Power
  • A/T - 41TE Harsh 2-1 Gear Downshift
  • A/T - 41TE Harsh 2nd - 1st Gear Downshift
  • A/T - Poor Shift Quality
    • Overview
    • Diagnosis
    • Repair Procedure No. 1
    • Repair Procedure No. 2
  • TCM - Improved Transmission Shift Quality
    • Overview
    • Symptom/Condition
    • Diagnostic Information
    • Repair Procedures
    • Administrative & Labor Information
    • Quick Reference Summary
  • A/T - A604 Excessive Upshifting/Downshifting
  • Speedometer/Cruise Control - Fluctuates/Disengages
  • Headlamp - Condensation Droplet Formation
  • Cylinder Head Gasket - Coolant Leakage
  • Black Plastic Body Components - Chalky Residue
  • Rear Door Stationary Window Seal - Separation
  • Wiper Arm - Loose
  • Wipers/Washers - Wipers Smear or Streak Windshield
  • Windshield Washer Nozzle - Freezes Up
  • A/T - A604 1-2 Gear Upshift Shudder
  • A/T - A604 Transfer Gear Whine Noise
  • A/T - Shudder/Bumps/Slippage
  • A/T Transfer Gear - Whine or Whistle Type Noise
  • A/C, Heater Check Valve - Freeze-Up
  • Speed Sensor - Intermittent Loss of Cruise Control
  • Power Steering Gear - `Hissing' Noise
  • Steering Gear - Noise
  • MAP Sensor - DTC's 13 or 14 Set
  • Check Engine Lamp Comes On and Fault Code 13
• Seals, Gaskets
  • Rear Door Stationary Window Seal - Separation
• Superceded Bulletins
  • 23-08-00B - 11/24/00
  • 240195 - 03/03/95
  • 210990 - 03/12/90
  • 21-18-96 - 12/27/96
  • 181688 - 10/03/88
  • 181289 - 09/05/89
  • 181189 - 08/21/89
  • 110190 - 11/19/90
  • Cruise Control - Erratic During Initial Speed Set
  • Radio Transmitter Equipment - Installation
  • Radio Transmitting Equipment - Installation
  • Child Seat Tether Anchor - Parts/Labor Identification
  • Child Seat Tether Anchors - Parts/Labor Identification
  • Child Seat - Tether Anchor Installation
  • Electrical - Wire Splice Procedure Revision
  • A/T - Vehicle Shudder During Torque Converter Operation
  • A/T - Poor Shifting Quality
  • A/T Pan Gasket - Reusable Design
  • A/T - Vehicle Shudder During T/C Lock-up
  • TCM - 41TE or 42LE A/T, Poor Shift Quality/Shudder
  • Engine - Excessive Oil Consumption
  • Intake Valve Deposits - Driveability Concerns
  • A/T - Fluid Usage
  • Engine Coolant - Recommendations
  • A/T - ATF Usage List
• All Technical Service Bulletins
  • Body/Frame - Welded Sheet Metal Repairs And Replacements
  • Body - Don't Apply Corrosion Protection On Plastic Panels
  • Body - Front Bumper Fascia Repair For License Bracket Holes
  • Collision - Safety Cert./Tire Press. Label Replacement
  • Steering/Suspension - Wheel Hub/Bearing Inspection COLL.
  • Wheels - Reconditioned Wheel Usage
  • Restraints - Replacement Seat Covers/Seat Cover Repairs
  • Restraints - Use Of Salvaged Restraint System Components
  • Body/Frame - Structural Repair Components
  • Body/Frame - Usage Of Heat For Repair
  • Vehicle Identification Number - Decoder
    • Overview
    • VIN Domestic Passenger Car
    • VIN Domestic Truck, Van/Wagon, Mpv
    • VIN MMC Import Vehicles
    • VIN Chrysler's Tc
  • Technical Service Bulletins - Body Code Usage
  • A/C - R-12 to R-134a Conversion Procedure
    • Overview
    • Introduction and Models Applicable
    • Procedures
      • A. Initial System Operation and Preparation
      • B. Conversion Procedure
      • C. Performance Test Procedure
    • R-134A Adaptation Component Chart
      • Passenger Cars
      • Minivans
      • Trucks
      • Jeeps
  • Flooded Engine - Service Precautions
  • Service Manual - Revised TPS Diagnostic Procedure
  • Fuel Pump and Filter - Replacement Information
  • Fuel Pump - Filter Plugging
  • Engine - Smoky Exhaust/Oil Consumption
    • Overview
    • Procedure A
    • Procedure B
    • Labor Operation
  • Engine - Driveway Die Out/Rough Idle/Low Power
  • A/C Compressor - Revised Parts
  • Engine - Crankshaft Identification
  • Recall 89V237000: Engine Valve Cover Gasket Oil Leak
  • Engine - Oil Consumption
  • Exhaust Flex Joint - Squeaking
  • Rear Wheel Alignment - Uneven Tire Wear
  • Upholstery - Cleaning Procedure
  • A/T - 41TE/42LE Shudder During EMCC Shift
    • Overview
    • Repair Procedure
  • A/T - Slips In Reverse At Low Temperature
  • Converter Lock Up Solenoid - Bucking/Surging
  • Converter Clutch - Vehicle Shudder on Lock Up
  • A/T - 41TE/AE 42LE Delayed Gear Engagement
    • Overview
    • Symptom/Condition
    • Diagnosis
    • Item 1 DTC 35 Loss of Prime
    • Item 2 L - R Inner and Outer Seals
    • Item 3 UD Inner Lip Seal
    • Item 4 General Seal Statement
    • Item 5 Measuring # 1 Check Ball Clearance
    • Item 6 PRNDL Switch (Non TRS)
    • Item 7 Output Speed Sensor
  • A-604 A/T Oil Cooler - Flushing and Flow Testing
    • Overview
    • Discussion
    • Tools and Material Required to Flush System
    • Parts Required
    • Flushing Procedure
    • Flushing Procedure For Trailer Tow Package
    • Flow Testing Procedure
    • Warranty and Labor Info.
  • A/T - Ratcheting Sound When Coming To Stop
  • Clutch Splines and Pilot Bushing - Lubrication
  • Fuel Injector - Rough Idle/Long Crank Time
  • Fuel Injectors - Long Crank Time to Start
  • PCM - Cold Start Hesitation/Tip In Sag/DTC 13
  • Throttle Body - Intermittent Loss of Engine Power
  • A/T - 41TE Harsh 2-1 Gear Downshift
  • A/T - 41TE Harsh 2nd - 1st Gear Downshift
  • A/T - Poor Shift Quality
    • Overview
    • Diagnosis
    • Repair Procedure No. 1
    • Repair Procedure No. 2
  • TCM - Improved Transmission Shift Quality
    • Overview
    • Symptom/Condition
    • Diagnostic Information
    • Repair Procedures
    • Administrative & Labor Information
    • Quick Reference Summary
  • A/T - A604 Excessive Upshifting/Downshifting
  • Radio Communication Equipment - Recommendations
    • Overview
    • Installation Recommendations
  • Turn Signal Switch - Canceling Pin Indexing
  • Diagnostic Test Procedure - Manual Revisions
  • Speedometer/Cruise Control - Fluctuates/Disengages
  • Headlamp - Condensation Droplet Formation
  • Cylinder Head Gasket - Coolant Leakage
  • Black Plastic Body Components - Chalky Residue
  • Radio Transmitters - Installation
  • Auto Computers - Y2K Effects
  • Electrical - Text/Pin Out/Graphics Manual Revisions
  • Campaign - Primary Hood Latch Spring
  • Rear Door Stationary Window Seal - Separation
  • Wiper Arm - Loose
  • Wipers/Washers - Wipers Smear or Streak Windshield
  • Windshield Washer Nozzle - Freezes Up
  • Engine Oil - New `SG' Level Oil
  • Engine Coolant - Recycling Recommendations
  • Engine - Coolant Recommendations
  • A-604 A/T - Clutch Slippage or Shift Bump
    • Overview
    • Discussion
    • Diagnosis/Inspection
    • Transaxle Reconditioning Reminders
  • A/T - A604 1-2 Gear Upshift Shudder
  • A/T - A604 Momentary Decleration/Clutch Slippage
    • Overview
    • Diagnosis
    • Test 49CODE 46 Test Procedure-
    • Test 50TESTING the A-604 Clutch Volumes
  • A/T - Clutch Volume Index QuIck Learn
  • Automatic Transmission - Gear Selection Revised
  • A/T - A604 Transfer Gear Whine Noise
  • A-604 A/T - Pressure Testing Procedures
  • A/T - Shudder/Bumps/Slippage
  • A/T - (41TE/42LE) Service Information
  • A/T Transfer Gear - Whine or Whistle Type Noise
  • A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
  • A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
  • A/T - A604 Updated Input Assembly
  • A/T - Intermittent Electrical Problems
  • A/T - A604 Diagnostic Trouble Codes
  • A/T - A604 Accumulator Installation Problems
  • A/T - Failsafe Modes
  • A/T - Chatter During Engagement or Shifts
  • A/T - Intermittent Limp-In/Fault Codes
  • A/T - Electrical Harness Repair Parts
  • A/T - Circuit Leaks, Low/Reverse Accumulator Cover
  • A/T - Engine Speed Sensing Problems
  • A/T - Snap Ring Locations
  • A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
  • A/T - Neutral-Safety And PRNODL Switch Check
  • A/T - Overdrive Reverse Piston Interchanges
  • A/T - Improper 4-3 and 3-4 Shifts
  • A/T - Underdrive Clutch Piston Outer Lip Seal Change
  • A/T - 41TE (A604) Solenoid Body Electrical Check
  • A/T - 41TE/42LE Bind-Up In Reverse
  • A/T - 41TE/42LE DTC 41, 42, 43, or 44/Solenoid Circuit
  • A/T - 41TE (A604) Neutral Safety Switch/No Start
  • A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings
  • A/T - Front Bushing Wear
  • A/T - Math Formulas Part I
    • Overview
    • Shift Speed and Pressure
    • Speedometer Ratios
  • A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs
  • A/T - Math Part II
  • A/T - A604 Electrical Solenoid Diagnosis
  • A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
  • EGR Valve - Diagnostic Procedures Revision
  • A/T - ATF+4 Fluid Usage/Applications
  • Transmission Range Sensor - Production Change
  • Fog Lamp - Bulb Replacement Revision
  • A/C, Heater Check Valve - Freeze-Up
  • Speed Sensor - Intermittent Loss of Cruise Control
  • Power Steering Gear - `Hissing' Noise
  • Steering Gear - Noise
  • Engine - Oil Leak Diagnosis
  • Wiring - Revised Splicing Procedure
  • Wiring - Repair Instruction Sheets
  • Electrical Connectors - Cleaning Precautions
  • Speed Control - Adaptive Strategy
  • Stone Guard - Paint Repair
  • Paint - Codes/Applications/Cross References
    • Overview
    • 1989 Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge Domestic Passenger Car Exterior Paint
    • 1989 Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge Domestic Passenger Car Interior Paint
    • 1989 Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge Domestic Passenger Car Interior Two-Tone Paint
    • 1989 Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge Passenger Car Vinyl Roof
    • 1989 Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge Striping Lacquers
    • 1989 Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge Passenger Car Low Lustre Accent Colors and Bumper Facia
    • 1989 Dodge Truck Exterior Paint
    • 1989 Dodge Colt/Eagle Summit Passenger-Car Exterior Paint
    • 1989 Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge Passenger Car Exterior Paint - Imports From MMC Except Colt/Summit
    • 1989 Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge Underhood Paint - All Imports From MMC
    • 1989 Jeep Exterior Paint
    • 1989 Jeep Interior Paint
    • 1989 Eagle Premier Passenger Car Exterior Paint
    • 1989 Eagle Medallion Passenger Car Exterior Paint
    • 1989 Chrysler Maserati T/C Passenger Car Exterior Paint
    • Paint Suppliers/Codes By Assembly Plant
  • Paint - Variance Program
  • Front Shock Tower - Metal Screws/Bolts Precautions
  • A/T - Extreme Gearshift Effort Out of Park
  • Power Steering Fluid - Specifications
  • Child Seat - Tether Anchor Part Numbers and Labor Time
  • Child Seat Tether Anchor - Labor/Parts Identification
  • Child Seat Anchor - Installation
    • Overview
    • Pkg. No. 4519077
    • Pkg. No. 4519071
    • Pkg. No. 4358469
    • Pkg. No. 4519072
    • Pkg. No. 4519073
    • Pkg. No. 4519074
    • Pkg. No. 4519075
    • Pkg. No. 4519076
    • Pkg. No. 4519080
    • Pkg. No. 4519081
    • Pkg. No. 4519082
    • Pkg. No. 4519292
  • MAP Sensor - DTC's 13 or 14 Set
  • Check Engine Lamp Comes On and Fault Code 13
  • A/T Pan Gasket - Reusable Design/Installation
    • Overview
    • Installation Procedure
  • A/T - ATF + 4 Fluid Usage
  • Restraints - Child Seat Tether Installation
  • Body - Paint Overspray Removal Procedures
  • Paint - Clearcoat Blending During Refinish Process