Technical Service Bulletins

• A/C Compressor
  • Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement (98-12-5)
  • Use Of R-12 Refrigerant Substitutes (96-17-10)
  • A/C System Service - List Of Bulletins To Reference (96-15-6)
  • R-12 Refrigerant Substitutes - Service Tip (94-14-3)
  • Use Of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye - Service Tip (93-20-6)
  • 2.3/3.8L Eng A/C Compressor Clutch Replacement (87-5-4)
  • A/C Clutch Cycling Pressure Switch Diagnosis (87-6-4)
  • A/C Garter Springs Missing - Spring/O-Ring Part No.S (85-6-2)
  • WARNER A/C Compressor Clutch Assembly R & R (85-4-3)
  • A/C Compressor Clutch Assembly I.D. (85-23-3)
• Accessories Control Systems
  • Inaccurate Speedo Readings - Mechanical & Electronic (89-2-7)
  • Aftermarket Theft Device - EEC Warnings (86-3-9)
• Anti-Theft Systems
  • Treating Cosmetic Paint Damage From AIRBORN Material (89-13-3)
  • Power Door Locks Inoperative - Rod Retainer Clip (88-7-1)
  • Aftermarket Theft Device - EEC Warnings (86-3-9)
  • Aluminum Wheels W/Coating Service Wear Information (86-9-9)
  • Door & Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts To Open (85-4-2)
  • Anti-Theft INOP - Contaminated Mating Connector (83-18-6)
  • Inoperative Hood Latch Assembly - New Clip (83-7-2)
• Automatic Trans
  • Adhesives & Sealants - Availability & Usage (89-12-2)
  • New ATF Applications Chart (87-18-14)
  • Engine Oil Health Warning: Skin Contact (86-15-7)
  • New Synthetic Trans Fluid Information/Application (86-11-17)
  • Approved Adhesives & Sealants For Eng/Trans/Steering (89-6T-7)
  • C3/C4/C5/A4LD/4HP22/AOD Trans Vent Leak - New Seal (86-19-11)
  • C5 Trans Revised Rear Output Shaft/Seal (83-9-5)
• Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
  • Hard Start - Revised DURASPARK II Ignition Module (90-1-5)
  • Throttle Position Sensor Screw Removal (89-14-7)
  • Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
  • Wiring System Testing Caution - Modify Probe Tips (87-2-5)
  • Poor Performance - Vacuum System Diagnosis (86-9-11)
  • EGR Solenoid/Vacuum Harness Contamination Caution (85-13-5)
  • 2.0/2.3L Rough Idle/Run - Feedback Solenoid Gasket (85-3-6)
  • 2.3L Eng Clunk/Hesitation/Surge - Updated Ecu (84-24-7-S)
  • 5.0/5.8L Eng Poor Idle/Power/Mpg - THERMACTOR Hoses (84-20-7S)
  • 5.0L CANADA Models Rough Idle/Poor Mpg - Modify Carb (84-16-21)
  • 2.3L Eng Spark Knock - Retard Ignition Timing (83-1-7)
  • 3.3L Eng Cold Hesitation - New CSSH PVS (83-5-11)
  • 3.3L Hard Start After Hot Soak - Modify Vent Line (83-13-14)
• Blowers, Superchargers & Turbochargers
  • V-Ribbed Drive Belt Cracking - Normal Wear Condition (87-1-8)
• Body Interior
  • A/C Chemical Smell - Clutch Cycling Pressure Switch (91-11-8)
  • Air Conditioning Odor Treatment - Service Procedure (89-25B-1)
  • Inaccurate Speedo Readings - Mechanical & Electronic (89-2-7)
  • Door & Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts To Open (85-4-2)
• Charging Systems
  • V-Ribbed Drive Belt Cracking - Normal Wear Condition (87-1-8)
  • Alternator - Rectifier Bench Test Procedure (84-3-5)
• Clutch
  • Inoperative Clutch Pedal - Broken Clutch Pedal Shaft (84-17-9)
  • Asbestos Brake & Clutch Warnings (83-22-1)
  • Clutch Pedal Quadrant/Pawl Service (83-19-9)
  • Clutch Cable INSTALLATON Precautions (83-13-11)
• Cooling System (Mechanical)
  • Hard Start - Revised DURASPARK II Ignition Module (90-1-5)
  • Adhesives & Sealants - Availability & Usage (89-12-2)
  • Engine Oil Health Warning: Skin Contact (86-15-7)
  • Fuel Stabilizer During Extended Vehicle Storage (86-13-20)
  • Diagnostic Tips For Heater Core Leaks (85-5-2)
  • CFI/EFI Eng Fuel Injector O-Ring Part Numbers (84-15-12)
  • Valve Stem Seal Installation - Nylon Seals Soaking (84-8-11)
  • Leaks Oil - Current Seals For Rocker Cover & Oil Pan (83-5-7)
  • 2.3L Eng Spark Knock - Retard Ignition Timing (83-1-7)
  • 2.0/2.3L Eng Oil Consumption - Valve Stem Seals (83-11-6)
  • Approved Adhesives & Sealants For Eng/Trans/Steering (89-6T-7)
• Differentials & Drive Axles
  • Adhesives & Sealants - Availability & Usage (89-12-2)
  • Engine Oil Health Warning: Skin Contact (86-15-7)
  • Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolt Removal (84-6-15)
• Engine Control Systems
  • Hard Start - Revised DURASPARK II Ignition Module (90-1-5)
  • Throttle Position Sensor Screw Removal (89-14-7)
  • Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
  • Wiring System Testing Caution - Modify Probe Tips (87-2-5)
  • Aftermarket Theft Device - EEC Warnings (86-3-9)
  • Gas Check - Gasoline Testing Kit (86-13-21)
  • Poor Performance - Vacuum System Diagnosis (86-9-11)
  • EGR Solenoid/Vacuum Harness Contamination Caution (85-13-5)
  • 2.0/2.3L Rough Idle/Run - Feedback Solenoid Gasket (85-3-6)
  • 2.3L Eng Clunk/Hesitation/Surge - Updated Ecu (84-24-7-S)
  • 5.0/5.8L Eng Poor Idle/Power/Mpg - THERMACTOR Hoses (84-20-7S)
  • 3.3L Eng C3/C5 Trans Dieseling On Shutdown (83-10-12-S)
  • 2.3L Eng Spark Knock - Retard Ignition Timing (83-1-7)
• Entertainment Systems
  • Miss/Stall/Ignition Radio Noise - Ignition Coil (86-2-8)
• Exhaust
  • Leaks Oil - Current Seals For Rocker Cover & Oil Pan (83-5-7)
• Exterior Body Panels
  • Treating Cosmetic Paint Damage From AIRBORN Material (89-13-3)
  • Aluminum Wheels W/Coating Service Wear Information (86-9-9)
  • Door & Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts To Open (85-4-2)
  • "Fuel Spit-Back" Overfill Of Fuel Tank (84-2-9)
  • Fuel GUAGE Not Reading Full With Extended Range Tank (83-8-6)
• Exterior Lights
  • Battery Drain - Electrical Component Diagnosis (84-15-9)
  • Headlamp Bulb Options - Halogen Or Incandescent (83-5-4)
• Frames, Subframes & Crossmembers
  • Bumper ISOLATER And Bracket Replacement Guidelines (94-8-1)
  • Treating Cosmetic Paint Damage From AIRBORN Material (89-13-3)
  • Aluminum Wheels W/Coating Service Wear Information (86-9-9)
• Fuel System
  • Hard Start - Revised DURASPARK II Ignition Module (90-1-5)
  • Inaccurate Speedo Readings - Mechanical & Electronic (89-2-7)
  • CFI Fuel Injector Contamination - Replace Injector (87-17-5)
  • Engine Oil Health Warning: Skin Contact (86-15-7)
  • Gas Check - Gasoline Testing Kit (86-13-21)
  • Fuel Filter R & R Caution - Use New Clamps/Hoses (85-6-10)
  • Carb Eng Poor Cold DRIVEABILITY - Check Air Intake (83-21-4)
  • 3.3L Eng C3/C5 Trans Dieseling On Shutdown (83-10-12-S)
  • 2.3L Eng Spark Knock - Retard Ignition Timing (83-1-7)
• Fuses & Circuit Breakers
  • Wire Harness Terminal & Connector Service Kit (89-19-5)
  • Engine Compartment - Use Waterproof Wire Connectors (87-2-6)
• Gauges & Instrument Panels
  • Inaccurate Speedo Readings - Mechanical & Electronic (89-2-7)
  • Miss/Stall/Ignition Radio Noise - Ignition Coil (86-2-8)
  • Fuel GUAGE Not Reading Full With Extended Range Tank (83-8-6)
  • New Fuel Gauge Test (83-20-6)
  • New In Car Fuel Sender Test Procedure (86-15-5)
• General Servicing
  • A/C System Service - List Of Bulletins To Reference (96-15-6)
• Hazardous Waste Material
  • Engine Oil Health Warning: Skin Contact (86-15-7)
  • Asbestos Brake & Clutch Warnings (83-22-1)
• Headlights
  • Door & Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts To Open (85-4-2)
  • Battery Drain - Electrical Component Diagnosis (84-15-9)
  • Headlamp Bulb Options - Halogen Or Incandescent (83-5-4)
• Heated Glass/Defoggers
  • No Rear Defrost - Repair Wire With Conductive Epoxy (82-25-10)
• HVAC Control Systems
  • Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement (98-12-5)
  • Use Of R-12 Refrigerant Substitutes (96-17-10)
  • A/C System Service - List Of Bulletins To Reference (96-15-6)
  • A/C "O" Ring Removal From Spring Lock Coupling (95-2-2)
  • R-12 Refrigerant Substitutes - Service Tip (94-14-3)
  • Use Of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye - Service Tip (93-20-6)
  • A/C Chemical Smell - Clutch Cycling Pressure Switch (91-11-8)
  • Air Conditioning Odor Treatment - Service Procedure (89-25B-1)
  • Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
  • A/C Low Side Pressure Hose Service Adapter Tool (87-7-2)
  • Diagnostic Tips For Heater Core Leaks (85-5-2)
  • A/C Garter Springs Missing - Spring/O-Ring Part No.S (85-6-2)
• Identification
  • Corporate Standard Circuit Nos. & Wire Color Codes (87-15-3)
• Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
  • Instrument Cluster Warning Lights Dimly Lit (93-24-10)
• Ignition System
  • Hard Start - Revised DURASPARK II Ignition Module (90-1-5)
  • Revised DURA Spark Ignition Module (89-10T-3)
  • TFI Module/Pip Sensor New EEC-IV Testing (87-21-10)
  • New Distributor Drive Gear Removal Tool (87-2-18)
  • Fuel Stabilizer During Extended Vehicle Storage (86-13-20)
  • Miss/Stall/Ignition Radio Noise - Ignition Coil (86-2-8)
  • TFI Ignition System Resistance Test - Tips/Caution (86-2-19)
  • TFI Ignition System Weak/No Spark - Diagnostic Tips (86-2-20)
  • 4/6/8 CYL No Start/Runs Rough - New Distributor Cap (84-22-3-S)
  • Stalls/Stumbling - Spark Plug Cable Routing (84-4-21)
  • 2.3L Eng Hard Cold Start - Choke Index Baffle Plate (84-10-12)
  • 2.0/2.3/4.9L Hard Start/Rough Idle - Fuel Inlet (84-17-13)
  • CFI/EFI Eng Fuel Injector O-Ring Part Numbers (84-15-12)
  • 2.3L Eng Spark Knock - Retard Ignition Timing (83-1-7)
  • 1.6/3.3L Eng Carburetor Flooding - New Filter (83-7-12)
  • Distributor Centrifugal Advance Not Serviceable (83-10-15)
• Interior/Exterior Trim
  • Treating Cosmetic Paint Damage From AIRBORN Material (89-13-3)
  • Adhesive BODYSIDE Mouldings & Nameplates Replacement (88-10-4)
  • Aluminum Wheels W/Coating Service Wear Information (86-9-9)
  • Door & Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts To Open (85-4-2)
• Interior/Illumination Lights
  • Battery Drain - Electrical Component Diagnosis (84-15-9)
  • Headlamp Bulb Options - Halogen Or Incandescent (83-5-4)
• Lubrication System
  • Adhesives & Sealants - Availability & Usage (89-12-2)
  • Engine Oil Health Warning: Skin Contact (86-15-7)
  • Fuel Stabilizer During Extended Vehicle Storage (86-13-20)
  • Using Oil-Leak-BLACKLITE (85-5-13)
  • Fuel Odor - Liquid/Vapor Leak Diagnosis (85-1-16)
  • CFI/EFI Eng Fuel Injector O-Ring Part Numbers (84-15-12)
  • Valve Stem Seal Installation - Nylon Seals Soaking (84-8-11)
  • Leaks Oil - Current Seals For Rocker Cover & Oil Pan (83-5-7)
  • 1.6/3.3L Eng Carburetor Flooding - New Filter (83-7-12)
  • 2.0/2.3L Eng Oil Consumption - Valve Stem Seals (83-11-6)
  • Approved Adhesives & Sealants For Eng/Trans/Steering (89-6T-7)
  • Rear Crankshaft Seal Oil Leak Diagnostic Info (83-14-8)
• Manual Steering
  • Adhesives & Sealants - Availability & Usage (89-12-2)
  • Engine Oil Health Warning: Skin Contact (86-15-7)
  • Power Steering CII Pump Leakage At Dipstick Cap (86-9-7)
  • Power Steering Dipstick Leaking - Center Vent Stick (85-1-11-S)
  • Power Steering Service - New Short Rack Kit (83-22-11)
  • Power Steering Fluid Dark Colored (83-17-5)
  • Power Steering Pump Rotor/C-Clip Changes (83-10-6)
  • Power Steer New Rack & Pinion Gear Housing/Valve Bore (82-25-12)
• Manual Trans
  • Adhesives & Sealants - Availability & Usage (89-12-2)
  • Engine Oil Health Warning: Skin Contact (86-15-7)
  • Approved Adhesives & Sealants For Eng/Trans/Steering (89-6T-7)
• Mechanical
  • Hard Start - Revised DURASPARK II Ignition Module (90-1-5)
  • Adhesives & Sealants - Availability & Usage (89-12-2)
  • Fuel Stabilizer During Extended Vehicle Storage (86-13-20)
  • Using Oil-Leak-BLACKLITE (85-5-13)
  • Fuel Odor - Liquid/Vapor Leak Diagnosis (85-1-16)
  • 2.3L Eng Hard Cold Start - Choke Index Baffle Plate (84-10-12)
  • 2.0/2.3/4.9L Hard Start/Rough Idle - Fuel Inlet (84-17-13)
  • CFI/EFI Eng Fuel Injector O-Ring Part Numbers (84-15-12)
  • Valve Stem Seal Installation - Nylon Seals Soaking (84-8-11)
  • Carb Eng Poor Cold DRIVEABILITY - Check Air Intake (83-21-4)
  • Leaks Oil - Current Seals For Rocker Cover & Oil Pan (83-5-7)
  • Oil Dipstick Level Markings (83-13-7)
  • 2.3L Eng Spark Knock - Retard Ignition Timing (83-1-7)
  • 1.6/3.3L Eng Carburetor Flooding - New Filter (83-7-12)
  • 2.0/2.3L Eng Oil Consumption - Valve Stem Seals (83-11-6)
  • Approved Adhesives & Sealants For Eng/Trans/Steering (89-6T-7)
  • Rear Crankshaft Seal Oil Leak Diagnostic Info (83-14-8)
• Mechanical - Hydraulic
  • Wheels - Proper Lug Torque Procedures - Service Tip (98-5A-4)
  • Engine Oil Health Warning: Skin Contact (86-15-7)
  • Brake Rotors Updated Diagnosis/Service (85-9-8)
  • Brake Fluid Discoloration Diagnosis (84-12-8)
  • Asbestos Brake & Clutch Warnings (83-22-1)
  • Long Brake PADAL Travel/Spongy Brakes - New Caliper (83-20-9)
  • Riveted Rear Brake Shoe Squeal - New Bonded Shoe (86-19-5)
• Mirrors
  • Various Vehicles - Rear-View Mirror Concern Analysis (23-7092)
  • Power Door Locks Inoperative - Rod Retainer Clip (88-7-1)
  • Door & Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts To Open (85-4-2)
  • Battery Drain - Electrical Component Diagnosis (84-15-9)
• Paint & Coatings
  • Paint Iron Particle Removal/Acid Rain Neutralization (95-6-1)
  • Treating Cosmetic Paint Damage From AIRBORN Material (89-13-3)
  • Aluminum Wheels W/Coating Service Wear Information (86-9-9)
  • Super Seal Compound & Equipment - Concern Diagnosis (83-3-4)
• Passive Restraints
  • Safety Belt Tongue Cover Parts Availability (88-25-2)
  • Safety Belt - Replacement Procedure After Accident (88-15-3)
  • Door & Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts To Open (85-4-2)
  • Seat/Shoulder Belt General Service Information (85-2-4)
• Seats
  • Safety Belt Tongue Cover Parts Availability (88-25-2)
  • Safety Belt - Replacement Procedure After Accident (88-15-3)
  • Power Door Locks Inoperative - Rod Retainer Clip (88-7-1)
  • Door & Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts To Open (85-4-2)
  • Seat/Shoulder Belt General Service Information (85-2-4)
  • Battery Drain - Electrical Component Diagnosis (84-15-9)
• Sleeper
  • Door & Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts To Open (85-4-2)
• Starter
  • Hard Start - Revised DURASPARK II Ignition Module (90-1-5)
  • Fuel Stabilizer During Extended Vehicle Storage (86-13-20)
  • 2.3L Eng Hard Cold Start - Choke Index Baffle Plate (84-10-12)
  • 2.0/2.3/4.9L Hard Start/Rough Idle - Fuel Inlet (84-17-13)
  • CFI/EFI Eng Fuel Injector O-Ring Part Numbers (84-15-12)
  • Battery Test Procedure Using Rotunda Battery Tester (83-8-2)
  • 1.6/3.3L Eng Carburetor Flooding - New Filter (83-7-12)
• Steering Control Systems
  • Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
• Steering Gear
  • Adhesives & Sealants - Availability & Usage (89-12-2)
  • Power Steering CII Pump Leakage At Dipstick Cap (86-9-7)
  • Power Steering Dipstick Leaking - Center Vent Stick (85-1-11-S)
  • Power Steering Service - New Short Rack Kit (83-22-11)
  • Power Steer New Rack & Pinion Gear Housing/Valve Bore (82-25-12)
  • Approved Adhesives & Sealants For Eng/Trans/Steering (89-6T-7)
• Steering Linkage
  • Approved Adhesives & Sealants For Eng/Trans/Steering (89-6T-7)
• Sun Roof/T-Top/Convertible Top
  • Treating Cosmetic Paint Damage From AIRBORN Material (89-13-3)
  • Aluminum Wheels W/Coating Service Wear Information (86-9-9)
  • Door & Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts To Open (85-4-2)
• Suspension Control Systems
  • Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
• System
  • Hard Start - Revised DURASPARK II Ignition Module (90-1-5)
  • Revised DURA Spark Ignition Module (89-10T-3)
  • Throttle Position Sensor Screw Removal (89-14-7)
  • Adhesives & Sealants - Availability & Usage (89-12-2)
  • Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
  • TFI Module/Pip Sensor New EEC-IV Testing (87-21-10)
  • CFI Fuel Injector Contamination - Replace Injector (87-17-5)
  • New Distributor Drive Gear Removal Tool (87-2-18)
  • Wiring System Testing Caution - Modify Probe Tips (87-2-5)
  • Aftermarket Theft Device - EEC Warnings (86-3-9)
  • Fuel Stabilizer During Extended Vehicle Storage (86-13-20)
  • Gas Check - Gasoline Testing Kit (86-13-21)
  • Poor Performance - Vacuum System Diagnosis (86-9-11)
  • Miss/Stall/Ignition Radio Noise - Ignition Coil (86-2-8)
  • TFI Ignition System Resistance Test - Tips/Caution (86-2-19)
  • TFI Ignition System Weak/No Spark - Diagnostic Tips (86-2-20)
  • EGR Solenoid/Vacuum Harness Contamination Caution (85-13-5)
  • 2.0/2.3L Rough Idle/Run - Feedback Solenoid Gasket (85-3-6)
  • 4/6/8 CYL No Start/Runs Rough - New Distributor Cap (84-22-3-S)
  • Stalls/Stumbling - Spark Plug Cable Routing (84-4-21)
  • 2.3L Eng Clunk/Hesitation/Surge - Updated Ecu (84-24-7-S)
  • 5.0/5.8L Eng Poor Idle/Power/Mpg - THERMACTOR Hoses (84-20-7S)
  • 2.3L Eng Hard Cold Start - Choke Index Baffle Plate (84-10-12)
  • 2.0/2.3/4.9L Hard Start/Rough Idle - Fuel Inlet (84-17-13)
  • 5.0L CANADA Models Rough Idle/Poor Mpg - Modify Carb (84-16-21)
  • CFI/EFI Eng Fuel Injector O-Ring Part Numbers (84-15-12)
  • Valve Stem Seal Installation - Nylon Seals Soaking (84-8-11)
  • 3.3L Eng C3/C5 Trans Dieseling On Shutdown (83-10-12-S)
  • Leaks Oil - Current Seals For Rocker Cover & Oil Pan (83-5-7)
  • 2.3L Eng Spark Knock - Retard Ignition Timing (83-1-7)
  • 1.6/3.3L Eng Carburetor Flooding - New Filter (83-7-12)
  • 2.0/2.3L Eng Oil Consumption - Valve Stem Seals (83-11-6)
  • 3.3L Eng Cold Hesitation - New CSSH PVS (83-5-11)
  • 3.3L Hard Start After Hot Soak - Modify Vent Line (83-13-14)
  • Approved Adhesives & Sealants For Eng/Trans/Steering (89-6T-7)
  • Distributor Centrifugal Advance Not Serviceable (83-10-15)
  • Rear Crankshaft Seal Oil Leak Diagnostic Info (83-14-8)
• Transfer Case
  • Adhesives & Sealants - Availability & Usage (89-12-2)
• Vacuum Pumps/Lines/Tanks/Water Trap
  • Leaks Oil - Current Seals For Rocker Cover & Oil Pan (83-5-7)
• Wheels & Tire System
  • Wheels - Proper Lug Torque Procedures - Service Tip (98-5A-4)
  • Aluminum Wheels W/Coating Service Wear Information (86-9-9)
  • All Season Tires Outer Edge Appearance Tire Wear (84-6-12)
• Window Motors & Regulators
  • Power Door Locks Inoperative - Rod Retainer Clip (88-7-1)
  • Door & Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts To Open (85-4-2)
  • Battery Drain - Electrical Component Diagnosis (84-15-9)
  • Glass - Mottling In Tempered Glass (83-16-4)
• Wiper/Washer Systems
  • False Low Wiper Fluid Light - Fluid Dilution (84-21-9)
  • Wiper Blade Delivery Covers (93-9-3)
• Wiring System (Data Link Connectors, Pwr Dist., Grnd Dist.)
  • Wire Harness Terminal & Connector Service Kit (89-19-5)
  • Inaccurate Speedo Readings - Mechanical & Electronic (89-2-7)
  • Engine Compartment - Use Waterproof Wire Connectors (87-2-6)