Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins

• How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
• Recalls
  • Generals
    • Recall - A/T, Differential Oil Replacement
    • Recall - Differential Oil Change, A/T 087 and 089
  • Safety
    • Recall 91V050000: Jacking Instruction Label Incorrect
    • Recall 97V172000: Air Bag Deployment Without Warning
    • Campaign - Air Bag Module Replacement
      • Overview
      • Work Procedure
      • Owner Letter
    • Recall 93V006000: Automatic Transaxle Gear Oil Loss
• Customer Interest
  • Brakes/Suspension - Pedal Pulsation/Steering Shimmy
  • Lubrication of Engine Oil Seals Prior to Installation
  • Disc Brake - Squeal
  • Valve Lifters - Noisy
  • Engine - Oil Leaks From the Front
  • Water Pump - Leaks and Noisy
  • Alternator - V Belt Noisy/Loose Adjustment
  • Exhaust - Noise Under the Vehicle
  • Lock Tumblers - Binding, Difficult to Operate
  • Door Lock Key - Binding
  • Front Seat Backrest - Rattling
  • Clutch Pedal - Noisy When Depressed
  • Engine Performance - Excessive Cranking Time
  • ABS Pump - Noise and Slight Brake Pedal Vibration
  • MIL ON - DTC 2141, 2142 or 2143, Knock Sensor
  • Catalytic Converter - Odor At Exhaust Pipe
  • MIL ON - Vehicle Loses Power
  • Rear LId - Gas Filled Struts
  • Interior - Door Panel Armrest Poor Appearance
  • Interior Mirror Assembly - Loose
  • Engine - Hard Starting, Misfire and Poor Mileage
  • Engine - Poor Performance/Will Not Start
  • A/T - Harsh Shifting, Transmission in Limp Mode
  • A/T - Shifts are Erratic/Hard
  • Engine - Excessive Cranking Time, Rough Idle
  • Sunroof Wind Deflector - Broken
  • A/C - Condensation in Ventilation System and Footwell
  • Trip Computer - Miles to Empty Reads Low While Driving
  • Board Computer MPG - Miles to Empty Incorrect
  • CD Player - Jams or Will Not Eject
    • Overview
    • Attachment Bulletin # 919803
• Chemicals,Additives
  • Stabilant 22A - Electrical Contact Enhancer
  • Paint - Industrial Fallout Removal (Revised)
• Manual Updates
  • Telephone - Assembly, Repairing, and Troubleshooting
    • Overview
    • Component Removing/Installing
    • Transceiver Registering
    • Component Checking/Testing/Identification
• Recommended Repairs
  • Brakes/Suspension - Pedal Pulsation/Steering Shimmy
• Seals, Gaskets
  • Engine Oil Seals - Leakage After Replacement
  • Lubrication of Engine Oil Seals Prior to Installation
• Superceded Bulletins
  • 940302 - 06/24/03
  • 690503 - 03/11/05
  • Electrical - DTCs, Sporadic - Contact Check
  • 200601 - 02/03/06
  • WARRA9402 - 07/02/94
  • MAINTA9401 - 05/15/94
  • 929002 - 06/30/90
  • 910406 - 04/16/04
  • 689003 - 10/31/90
  • 688707 - 07/01/87
  • 688706 - 07/01/87
  • 4698-01 - 04/21/98
  • 46-97-01 - 11/25/97
  • 459103 - 10/31/91
  • 469901 - 11/02/99
  • 288901 - 01/31/89
  • 269208 - 11/30/92
  • 259111 - 08/31/91
  • 259003 - 07/31/90
  • Engine Oil Seals - Lubricate Prior to Installation
  • Wiper Blades - Skipping
  • Lighting - Headlamp Aiming Information
  • Headlight - Aiming Using Hella Universal Beamsetter IV
  • Electrical - Cigarette Lighter Does Not Work
  • Electrical - Cigarette Lighter Does Not Work
  • Paint - Industrial Fallout, Neutralization and Removal
  • Paint - Color Code Chart
  • Leather Upholstery - Cleaning Procedures
  • Interior - Cleaning Tips
  • Audio System - Radio, Code Retrieval
  • Audio System - Radio Code Retrieval
  • CD Player - Jams or Will Not Eject
  • Restraints - Airbag/Safety Belt Deployment, Inquiries
  • Child Restraint - Anchor Installation/Retrofitting
  • Restraints - Airbag/Safety Belt Deployment, Inquiries
  • Air Bag Deployment - Vehicle Inspection
  • Airbag - Replacement Interval Change
  • Restraints - Air Bag Replacement Interval Change
  • Brakes - Brake Pulsation Diagnostic Information
  • 460902 - 12/06/09
  • Brakes - Pulsation Diagnostic Information
  • 460808 - 09/10/08
  • A/T - AG4 Erratic or Hard Shifting
  • Fuel System - Fuel Neutralization Procedure
  • Oxygen Sensor - Contamination
  • Brakes - Pulsation Diagnostic Guidelines
  • Brakes - Pulsation
  • Alloy Wheels - Cleaning Without Causing Damage
  • Brakes - Brake Pulsation Diagnostic Information
  • Oil Consumption, Explanation
  • Cooling System - Coolant ID/Filling/Mixing Information
  • Engine - Difficult Starting, Poor Running, No Start
• All Technical Service Bulletins
  • Brakes - Brake Pulsation Diagnostic Information
  • Electrical - Electrical Malfunctions After Window Tint
  • Recall 91V050000: Jacking Instruction Label Incorrect
  • Warranty - Repurchased Vehicle Information
  • Warranty Claims - Revised
  • Warranty Coverage - Announcement
  • Maintenance/Lubrication - Schedule
    • Overview
    • Suggested Repair Times For Scheduled Maintenance
    • Pre-Delivery Inspection
    • Every 7,500 Miles/12,000 km
    • Every 15,000 Miles/24,000 km and 45,000 Miles/72,000 km
    • Every 30,000 Miles/48,000 km and 60,000 Miles/96,000 km
  • Part Identifier - Additions/Revisions/Deletions
  • Limited Warranty - With Powertrain Plus Protection
    • Overview
    • Warranty Terms
    • Warranty Coverage
    • What Is Not Covered
    • Vehicle Inspection
    • Vehicle Registration
    • Starting the Warranty
    • Warranty Cancellation Procedures
    • Claim Processing Procedures
    • Inquiries/Literature Supply
  • Brakes/Suspension - Pedal Pulsation/Steering Shimmy
  • A/C - Freon Recycling System
  • A/C - System Discharging and Environmental Laws
  • A/C System - Retrofitting R-12 to R-134a
    • Overview
    • Cautions
    • Compressor Identification
    • System Preparation
    • Nippondenso Compressor A/C System
      • Replacement Compressor Updating
      • Required Parts
      • Retrofit Procedures
    • Zexel Compressor A/C System
      • Replacement Compressor Updating
      • Required Parts
      • Retrofit Procedures
    • Refrigerant/Oil Capacity Table
  • Transmissions - Oil Leakage After Installation
  • Transmission Oil Seals/Lubricate Prior to Installation
  • Engine/Transmission - Tightening Torques Revised
  • Engine Oil Seals - Leakage After Replacement
  • Lubrication of Engine Oil Seals Prior to Installation
  • Fuel Pump - Replacing
  • Disc Brake - Squeal
  • Auto - Check Display, Display Errors
  • Vehicle - Driveability
  • Valve Lifters - Noisy
  • Tools - Crankshaft Seal Remover
  • Engine - Oil Leaks From the Front
  • Water Pump - Leaks and Noisy
  • Coolant Circulation Pump - Leakage Troubleshooting
  • Alternator - V Belt Noisy/Loose Adjustment
  • Exhaust - Noise Under the Vehicle
  • Directional Tires - Rotate at 7,500 Miles
  • Tires - Aerosol Tire Inflator Hazard
  • Wheels - Diagonally Rotate at 7,500 Miles
  • Gas Strut - Replacement
  • Lock Tumblers - Binding, Difficult to Operate
  • Door Lock Key - Binding
  • Front Seat Backrest - Rattling
  • Clutch Pedal - Noisy When Depressed
  • Engine Performance - Excessive Cranking Time
  • ECU - Precautions
  • ABS Pump - Noise and Slight Brake Pedal Vibration
  • ABS - Wheel Speed Sensor Testing
  • Brake Master Cylinder/Reservoir Rubber Plug Leaking
  • MIL ON - DTC 2141, 2142 or 2143, Knock Sensor
  • Distributor Caps - Driveability
  • Fuel Tank - Capacity Insufficient
  • Fuel Tanks - Flushing/Neutralization
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation - R and R EGR, Frequency Valve
  • Catalytic Converter - Odor At Exhaust Pipe
  • Radio Adaptor Harness - Installing
  • Radio Codes - On Line Retrieval
  • Telephone - Assembly, Repairing, and Troubleshooting
    • Overview
    • Component Removing/Installing
    • Transceiver Registering
    • Component Checking/Testing/Identification
  • Active Airbag Unit - Disposal
  • Recall 97V172000: Air Bag Deployment Without Warning
  • Deployed Air Bag - Repair Warning
  • Campaign - Air Bag Module Replacement
    • Overview
    • Work Procedure
    • Owner Letter
  • Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - Repairing
  • Brake - Insufficient Ventilation
  • Service Manual - Repair Groups Renamed to Group 01
  • Fault Code 2132
  • Fuel and Ignition System - Electrical Testing
  • Dynamic Oil Pressure System - Troubleshooting Tips
  • Odometer - Disclosure Requirements
  • Instrument Bulb - Replacement
  • Front Crankshaft - Oil Seal Removal Revision
  • ABS - Checking With VAG1710
    • Overview
    • System Function Check W/ VAG 1710
    • Additional Malfunctions
    • Troubleshooting
  • Rear Control Arm Support - Replacing Rubber Bushing
  • Protective Transportation Coating - Removal
  • Air Bag Equipped Vehicle - Accident Investigation
  • Airbag/Pyrotechnic Seatbelt - Deployment Inquiries
  • California Clean Air Requirements - US Only
  • Word List - Uniform Terms for Components/Systems
  • IM 240 Emissions Testing - 2 Wheel Drive Dynamometers
  • Exhaust System - Brownish Appearance
  • New Program Card - For Fault Readout Unit VAG 1551
  • VAG 1551 - Fault Read Out Device Exchange Program
  • Engine Performance - Service Recommendations
  • MIL ON - Vehicle Loses Power
  • Rear LId - Gas Filled Struts
  • Interior - Door Panel Speaker Grille Replacing
  • Interior - Door Panel Speaker Grille Replacement
  • Interior - Door Panel Armrest Poor Appearance
  • Rear Child Restraint Anchorages - Tethering Updates
  • Sunroof Motor - Changes
  • Windshield Wiper Arm Angle - Adjusting
  • Interior Mirror Assembly - Loose
  • Antifreeze Testers - Accuracy
  • Identification/Automatic Transmission
  • A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
  • A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
  • A/T - ATF Leaking From Differential Pinion Seal Vent
  • A/T - 010/087/089/090 Bind In Low and Reverse
  • A/T - Intermittent Electrical Problems
  • A/T - Failsafe Modes
  • A/T - ATF Entering The Differential
  • A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
  • 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 Repairs1
  • A/T - Math Part II
  • A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
  • M/T - Modifications
  • Special Tool - Required to Repair AWD Transmissions
  • Engine - Installing Drive Plate to Avoid Cracking
    • Overview
    • Drive Plate, Installing/Checking/Adjusting
      • Overview
      • 087 Transmissions/5- Cylinder Engines
      • 097, 01K, 01F Trans./5- and 6-Cylinder Engines
    • Engine/Transmission, Mounting
  • Generator V Belt Pulley - Tool For R and R
  • A/T - Final Drive Oil
  • A/T - Synthetic Oil for Final Drive
  • ATF Oil Change - 4 Speed Automatic Transmissions
  • Engine - Hard Starting, Misfire and Poor Mileage
  • Engine - Poor Performance/Will Not Start
  • Speedometer - Gov't Regulations for Replacement
  • A/T - Harsh Shifting, Transmission in Limp Mode
  • A/T - Shifts are Erratic/Hard
  • Stabilant 22A - Electrical Contact Enhancer
  • Paint - Acid Rain Spots
    • Overview
    • Step 1: Inspection
    • Step 2: Neutralization
    • Step 3: Buffing
    • Step 4: Cleaning
    • Step 5:Polishing
    • Step 6: Waxing and Suggested Repair Time
  • Paint - Industrial Fallout
  • Paint - Protective Transportation Coating Removal
  • Paint - Industrial Fallout Removal (Revised)
  • Paint - Color Code Charts
  • Brake Fluid - New Super DOT 4
  • Brake Fluid - Chaning or Topping Off
  • Brake Pressure Regulator - New Adapter for Adjustment
  • Engine - Excessive Cranking Time, Rough Idle
  • Sunroof Wind Deflector - Broken
  • A/C - Condensation in Ventilation System and Footwell
  • Recall - A/T, Differential Oil Replacement
  • Recall - Differential Oil Change, A/T 087 and 089
  • Recall 93V006000: Automatic Transaxle Gear Oil Loss
  • Trip Computer - Miles to Empty Reads Low While Driving
  • Sagging Sunvisors
  • Board Computer MPG - Miles to Empty Incorrect
  • Brake - Squeal
  • Brake System - Bleeding
  • Body - Paint Chip Repair Procedure
  • Restraint System - 'LATCH' System Installation/Retrofit
  • Oxygen Sensor - Contamination
    • Overview
    • Attachment Bulletin # 269301
  • Audio System - Radio, Code Retrieval
    • Overview
    • Attachment Bulletin # 910407
  • Airbag - Replacement Interval Change
  • Lighting - Headlamp Aiming Information
  • CD Player - Jams or Will Not Eject
    • Overview
    • Attachment Bulletin # 919803
  • Restraints - Air Bag/Pyrotechnic Deployment Inquiries