Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins

• How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
• Recalls
  • Emissions
    • Recall - Replace Mopar(R) Value Line Catalytic Converter
      • Overview
      • Service Procedure
      • Owner Letter
  • Safety
    • Recall 97V201000: Control Arm/Ball Joint Separation
    • Recall 00V421002: Lower Lateral Arm Ball Joint Wear
    • Recall - Front Passenger Seat Back Assembly
      • Overview
      • Service Procedure
      • Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
      • Vehicle Not Available
      • Dealer Service Instructions
      • Owner Letter
    • Recall - Passenger Air Bag Safety
      • Overview
      • Service Procedure:
      • Dealer Service Instructions
      • Owner Letter (1993-1996)
      • Owner Letter (1997)
    • Recall 99I004000: Convertible Top Cover Separation
    • Recall 98V183000: Ignition-Park Interlock System Fault
    • Recall 97V081000: Headrest Support Bracket Defect
    • Recall 97V081002: Seat Back Assembly Failure
• Customer Interest
  • Brakes - Pulsation/Shudder
    • Overview
    • Repair Procedure
      • Overview
      • Stop Lamp Switch Adjustment
      • Brake Drag Torque Measurement (Front or Rear)
      • Booster Pushrod Measurement
      • Measuring Hub End Play (Front or Rear)
      • Measuring Rotor Thickness Variation (Front or Rear)
      • Measuring Rotor Surface Runout (Front or Rear)
      • Measuring Rotor Thickness (Front or Rear)
  • Rear Strut - Knocking or Tapping Noise
  • Rear Shock - Thump/Chuckle or Creak Noise
  • 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
  • MIL - Erroneously ON, Hex Codes #6A/#77 Set
    • Overview
    • Repair Procedure
  • PCM - Excessive Crank Time/Start Die Out/Weak Run Up
    • Overview
    • Repair Procedures
  • I/M Testing - OBDII CARB Readiness Monitor Information
    • Overview
    • Repair Procedure
  • A/T - Shudder on 1 - 2/2 - 3 Upshift
    • Overview
    • Discussion
    • Diagnosis
    • Equipment/Parts Required
    • Repair Procedure
  • Door Ajar Lamp/Dome Lamp - Intermittent Operation
  • Black Plastic Body Components - Chalky Residue
  • A Pillar - Wind Noise
  • Wipers/Washers - Wipers Smear or Streak Windshield
  • Radio/CD Player - Inoperative
  • EGR Valve - Popping/Knocking/Chattering Noise
  • Rear Trailing Arm - Squeaking or Rubbing Sound
  • Speed Sensor - Intermittent Loss of Cruise Control
  • Keyless Entry Transmitter - Will Not Unlock Doors
  • Front Coil Spring - Creak/Pop, Or Squeak
  • Door Trim Defroster Garnish - Cracked
• Superceded Bulletins
  • Door Cladding - Loose or Falls Off
  • 23-08-00B - 11/24/00
  • 21-18-96 - 12/27/96
  • A Pillar Area - Wind Noise At Highway Speeds
  • Door Garnish - Loose/Falls Off
  • Door Garnish - Loose Or Falls Off
  • Radio Transmitting Equipment - Installation
  • CD Player - Inoperative
  • Child Seat Tether Anchor - Parts/Labor Identification
  • Child Seat Tether Anchors - Parts/Labor Identification
  • Child Seat - Tether Anchor Installation
  • Airbag - On/Off Switch Availability
  • Rear Strut - Knocking or Tapping Noises
  • Electrical - Wire Splice Procedure Revision
  • A/T - Diagnostic Teardown Procedures
  • A/T - Diagnostic Tear-Down Procedure
  • A/T - Diagnostic Teardown Procedure
  • A/T Pan Gasket - Reusable Design
  • A/T - Intermittent MIL ON/DTC's Set/Shift Concerns
  • Leak Detection Pump - Dealer Test Mode
  • Engine Controls - Flash Reprogramming Failure
  • Engine Controls - Co-Pilot Support/Cable Selection
  • PCM - Flash Programming Failure Recovery
  • A/T - Fluid Usage
  • 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
  • A/C - System Leak Detection
  • A/C - System Sealer Usage Prohibition
  • Brakes - Pulsation/Shudder
    • Overview
    • Repair Procedure
      • Overview
      • Stop Lamp Switch Adjustment
      • Brake Drag Torque Measurement (Front or Rear)
      • Booster Pushrod Measurement
      • Measuring Hub End Play (Front or Rear)
      • Measuring Rotor Thickness Variation (Front or Rear)
      • Measuring Rotor Surface Runout (Front or Rear)
      • Measuring Rotor Thickness (Front or Rear)
  • Rear Strut - Knocking or Tapping Noise
  • Aluminum Engine - Gasket Surface Preparation
  • Recall 97V201000: Control Arm/Ball Joint Separation
  • Recall 00V421002: Lower Lateral Arm Ball Joint Wear
  • Rear Shock - Thump/Chuckle or Creak Noise
  • Tire and Wheel - Runout
  • Recall - Front Passenger Seat Back Assembly
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure
    • Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
    • Vehicle Not Available
    • Dealer Service Instructions
    • Owner Letter
  • A/T - 41TE/42LE Shudder During EMCC Shift
    • Overview
    • Repair Procedure
  • 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
  • Fuel System - Injector Circuit Test Revisions
  • ABS - Kelsey Hayes EBC-5H, EBC 310 Test Revisions
  • Brakes - Teves Mark IV/Teves Mark 20 ABS Revisions
  • MIL - Erroneously ON, Hex Codes #6A/#77 Set
    • Overview
    • Repair Procedure
  • PCM - Excessive Crank Time/Start Die Out/Weak Run Up
    • Overview
    • Repair Procedures
  • I/M Testing - OBDII CARB Readiness Monitor Information
    • Overview
    • Repair Procedure
  • Engine Controls - Flash Programming Failure Recovery
    • Overview
    • Connected/Disconnected Flash Mode Using TechCONNECT
    • Pay Attention While Performing Flash Reprogram Procedures
    • Error Messages
    • Enhanced and Original Abort Recovery
    • Enhanced Abort Recovery Screens
    • Original Abort Recovery Screen
    • Programmable Modules
    • Powertrain Modules - Engine and Transmission
  • A/T - Shudder on 1 - 2/2 - 3 Upshift
    • Overview
    • Discussion
    • Diagnosis
    • Equipment/Parts Required
    • Repair Procedure
  • Power Seat - New Motor Replacement Procedures
  • Door Ajar Lamp/Dome Lamp - Intermittent Operation
  • Radio Communication Equipment - Recommendations
    • Overview
    • Installation Recommendations
  • Airbag/Clock Spring - Service
  • Head Gasket - Application
  • ABS/TCS - Diagnostic Test Revisions
  • Brakes - Teves Mark IVG and Mark 20 ABS Revisions
  • Brakes - Kelsey Hayes ABS Manual Revisions
  • Brakes - Kelsey-Hayes ABS System Diagnostic Revisions
  • Brakes - Bendix ABX 4 ABS System Test Revisions
  • Black Plastic Body Components - Chalky Residue
  • Recall - Passenger Air Bag Safety
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure:
    • Dealer Service Instructions
    • Owner Letter (1993-1996)
    • Owner Letter (1997)
  • Security System - Test Procedure Revision
  • Leak Detection Pump - Monitor Test
  • Auto Computers - Y2K Effects
  • Generic Scan Tool - Reference Information
    • Overview
    • Quick Reference
    • 1. Powertrain Diagnostic Data
    • 2. Powertrain Freeze Frame
    • 3. Emission Related DTCs
    • 4. Clear/Reset DTCs
    • 5. O2 Monitoring Results
    • 6. Last Monitor Results
    • 7. 1 Trip Failures
    • 8. On Board System Test
    • 9. Vehicle Information
    • Appendix A, B, C and D Information
  • Engine Controls - Co-Pilot Support/Correct Cable Usage
  • A Pillar - Wind Noise
  • Wipers/Washers - Wipers Smear or Streak Windshield
  • Engine - Coolant Recommendations
  • A/T - (41TE/42LE) Service Information
  • CD Player - CD Compatibility
  • Radio/CD Player - Inoperative
  • EGR Valve - Popping/Knocking/Chattering Noise
  • A/T - ATF+4 Fluid Usage/Applications
  • Transmission Range Sensor - Production Change
  • Rear Trailing Arm - Squeaking or Rubbing Sound
  • Speed Sensor - Intermittent Loss of Cruise Control
  • Wiring - Revised Splicing Procedure
  • Recall 99I004000: Convertible Top Cover Separation
  • Remote Keyless Entry - Programming Information
  • Paint - Fallout Damage Repair
  • Recall 98V183000: Ignition-Park Interlock System Fault
  • Keyless Entry Transmitter - Will Not Unlock Doors
  • Garage Door Opener - Rolling Code Information
  • Front Coil Spring - Creak/Pop, Or Squeak
  • Recall 97V081000: Headrest Support Bracket Defect
  • Recall 97V081002: Seat Back Assembly Failure
  • Door Trim Defroster Garnish - Cracked
  • EVAP System - Leak Detection Pump Misdiagnosis
  • Engine - High Driveability Index Fuels
  • Air Bag System - ON-OFF Switch Availibility
  • Air Bag - On/Off Switches
  • Child Seat - Tether Anchor Part Numbers and Labor Time
  • Child Seat Tether Anchor - Labor/Parts Identification
  • A/T Pan Gasket - Reusable Design/Installation
    • Overview
    • Installation Procedure
  • A/T - ATF + 4 Fluid Usage
  • A/T - Repair/Replacement Guidelines
    • Overview
    • Repair Procedure
      • Information
      • 40TE, 41TE/AE, 42LE/RLE and 62TE Transmissions
      • 30RH, 30TH, 31TH, 32RH, 36RH, 42RE/RH, 46RE/RH, 47RE and 48RE
      • 45RFE/545RFE and 68RFE Transmissions
      • NAG1 Transmissions
  • Restraints - Child Seat Tether Installation
  • Recall - Replace Mopar(R) Value Line Catalytic Converter
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure
    • Owner Letter
  • Body - Paint Overspray Removal Procedures
  • Paint - Clearcoat Blending During Refinish Process