Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
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- Keyless System/Instruments - 'Replace Key Battery' Displayed
- Body/Frame - Dedicated Frame Straightener
- Body - License Plate Bracket Installation Precautions
- Lighting - Headlamp Unit Fogged/Droplets Forming
- A/C - A/C Sealant
- Battery - Battery Charging Information
- A/T - ECO Start/Stop Inoperative, DTC P0944 Stored In TCM
- Steering - Warranty Policy Regarding Steering Wheels
- Restraints - Seat Belt Buckle Warranty Replacement Information
- Lighting - Headlamps/Front Fog Lamps Leaking Or Fogged
- A/C - HVAC - Foam Cleaner Information and Work Procedure
- Restraints - Repair And Diag. Of Airbag Wiring Harnesses
- Audio/COMAND(R) - Repair Of Wiring Harnesses
- Suspension - Strut/Shock Absorber Replacement Guidelines
- Brakes - Brake Lining Instructions
- Suspension - Assembly Of Suspension Struts And Shocks
- Transmission Controls - Control Module Flashing Info.
- Steering - Approved Hydraulic Fluids
- Engine Control - Engine Control Module (N3/10) Flashing
- Computers/Controls - Module Programming Precautions
- Paint/Body - MBUSA Approved Refinishing Products Update
- Wheels - Checking Components For Bolted Wheel Connection
- Electrical - Electrostatic Discharge Damage Prevention
- Electrical - Aftermarket Tampering Malfunctions
- Chemicals/Lubrication - Multi-Grade Metal Grease Info.
- Special Tools - Inventory List
- Special Tools Test Devices - Updated Listing
- Policy - Warranty Claims
- Policy - Repair Summary
- Vehicle - Warranty Start Date
- Vehicle - Roadside Assistance Program
- Tools - Recall Fluke Multimeter
- Policy - Special Tools Repairs
- Policy - American Automobile Labeling Act
- Tools - Listing Update and Illustrations
- Tools - Hand-Held Tester, New Modules
- Policy - A and B Tools, Inventory List
- Warranty Claims - Including Diagnostic Fault Codes
- Brakes - Vehicle Stopping Distance
- Glow Plug Lamp Does Not Come ON, or Works Intermittently
- A/C - Updated Leak Detector for R12 and R134a
- Knocking/Humming Noise at Idle With A/C On
- No A/C Cooling or Insufficient A/C Performance
- E-Tempomat Intermittently Inoperative
- Tools - Oil Evacuation Equipment
- Drivetrain - Troubleshooting Noise and Vibration
- External Oil Leaks
- Engine - Borescope & Fiberscope Functionality
- Engine - Caution Prior to Degreasing
- Cooling - High Coolant Temperatures
- Policy - Fluke Meter Approved
- A/T - No 2-3 Upshift at Full Throttle/Engine Cutout
- Engine Surges Following Cold Start
- Fuel - High Idle After Cold Start/Future Recalls
- Knocking Noise at Idle From Fuel Return Line
- Single Cracking Noise When Cornering and Braking
- Performance Loss at Mid to High Rpms
- A/C Compressor Does Not Engage and No Impulse Display
- A/C - Remanufactured Compressors/Clutches Availability
- Rubbing Noise From Blower Motor Fan
- Odors From ACC System in Heating Mode
- Suspension - Spring Compressor Tool
- Suspension - Spring Compressor
- Steering Gear - Inspection After An Accident
- Engine - New Crankshaft Radial Lip Seal
- Camshaft Timing Adjuster - Reassembly Procedure
- Engine - Camshaft Timing Adjuster Reassembly
- Engine Oil MIL ON Briefly, Hydraulic Noises
- Engine - Camshaft Housing Bolt Deletion
- Engine - Timing Chain Tools
- Engine - Noise/Runs Rough/Hard Start/No Power
- Diesel Engine - Revised Timing Chain
- High Oil Consumption
- Engine - Cylinder Wall Damage Assesment
- Cooling - Coolant Pump Streaks of Coolant Residue
- Arrythmic Noise at Idle, Coolant Temp. Over 40 Degrees C
- A/T - Harsh Shifts into D & R/Chattering out of D & R
- Automatic Transmission Fluid in Cooling System
- Engine - Blue Smoke/Oil Consumption at High Rpms
- Oil Leaks at Rear End Cap
- Outside Temperature Display Inoperative, Key ON
- Outside Temperature Display Intermittently Inoperative
- A/C System - Modifications
- Engine Bucks, Rattling Noises
- Front Lower Ball Joint - Checking Procedures
- Suspension - Spring Compressors
- Suspension - Tool, 3-Lug Spring Compressor
- Wheels - 15 Inch Steel, New Covers
- Wheels - Installation Application for 8-Hole Rims
- Wheel - Balancer Adapters & Flange Plate
- Wheel - Balancer Adapters and Flange Plate
- Wheels - Installation of AMG Accessory Wheels
- Wheels - Changing to Wider Rims and Tires
- Tires - Factory Approved Winter Tires
- Tires/Snow Chains - Factory Approved Specifications
- Slight Air Loss with Michelin Tires
- Tires - Michelin Pilot Sport A/S(R) Tires Not Approved
- Electrostatic Charge on Seats
- Noises From Front Seats
- Drive/Propeller Shaft - Alignment/Tool Set
- 4MATIC Warning Lamp Comes ON With Engine Running
- A/T - Humming Noise When Shifting to Reverse
- No Down Shifting From 4-3 or 3-2 at Times
- Early Kickdown Shifts/Delayed or No Downshifts
- Squealing Noise When Depressing the Clutch Pedal
- Steering - Specs For Idler Arm Mount Rubber Bearing
- ABS Control Lamp Comes ON Intermittently
- ABS MIL ON & OFF Intermittently
- ABS, MIL ON No ABS System Malfunctions
- Brake/Coolant MIL ON & Headlamp Wiper Inop.
- Policy - Battery Defect Reporting Program
- Battery - Handling and Care Procedures
- Battery - Jump Starting/Charging and Labels
- Battery Discharges for No Apparent Reason
- Battery Discharges After Extended Inoperation
- Battery Discharges After Extended Parking Time
- Battery Discharges in a Short Period of Time
- Battery Discharge in CD Changer Equipped Vehicles
- Battery Safety Notes
- Whining Noise From Alternator
- Engine - Total/Momentary Stall/Restarts After Short Wait
- EGR - Vacuum Transducer Leak Test
- EGR - Vacuum Transducer, One Vent Line
- Low Engine Power Output DTC 1470 is Set
- Window Motor, Power - Installation Requirement
- Radio Inoperative, Multiple Error Codes/No Display
- Radio - Post Warranty Repair Procedure
- Radio - Post Warranty Repair Program
- Radio - Self Diagnostic Information
- Audio Systems - Diagnosis & Return Form
- Policy - Open Vehicle Campaigns/Radio Codes
- Volume of ``Hands-Free'' System Too Low
- Cellular Phone - Diagnosis & Return Form
- Cellular - (Motorola) Telephone Direct Repair Program
- Vehicle - New Dealer Technical Bulletin
- Seat Belt Curls Up in Upper Seat Belt Guide
- Airbag - Replacement Label
- Recall 95V031000: Wire Harness Protecter Installation
- Airbag Control Module - DTCs 3 + 9, No Erasure
- Brakes - Approved Brake Lathe
- Brake Discs - Coating Removed During Thorough Test Drive
- Engine - Block Heater Cable Installation
- Engine Block Heater - Cable Installation
- Crankshaft Main Bearing - Coding System
- Starter Defective, Corroded
- Speedometer Needle Vibreates or Jumps
- Headlamps/Turn Signals Mist Up or Leaking
- Brake Lamps ON, No Brake Pedal Actuation
- Camshaft - Freeze Plug Replacement Tool
- Engine Oil Leaks at Right, Formation of Droplets
- Engine Oil Loss, Shaft Cover/Cyl. Head Fills With Oil
- Oil Exits at Rear End Cap
- Oil Pan Gasket Leaky Near Right Front Timing Cover
- Suspension - Measuring Ride Height, Modification
- Maintenance - Factory Approved Service Products
- Special Tool - Resistance Spot Welder
- Special Tool - Resistance Welder
- Special Tool - Spot Welder
- Special Tool - M20 Resistance Welder
- Body/Frame - Dedicated Straightening Equipment
- Light Bulbs - Wattage Recommendations
- SRS System - Child Safety Labels
- Antitheft System Cannot be Armed From Trunk/Tailgate
- Alarm System - Tester Adapter Harness
- Alarm System - Tester Upgrade
- Alarm System - Tester Upgrades
- I/M Emission Testing on Dynamometer
- Hand-Held Tester - Module Overview
- Hand-Held Tester (HHT) - Updates
- Tools - Hand-Held Tester, Module Updates
- Tools - Hand-Held Tester (HHT), System Updates
- Scan Tool (Impulse Counter ) - Failure, Improper Hook-Up
- Policy - HHT Warranty & Precautions
- Hand-Held Tester (HHT) - Updated Modules
- Cruise Control Inoperative
- Rear Outside Door Handles Difficult to Operate
- Doors - Preloading After Replacement and Special Tool
- Door Panels - Door Assembly Replacement Required
- Wind Noise at Doors
- Trunk Lid Does Not Open When Pressing Lock Button
- Tilting/Sliding Roof Squeaks When Operating
- Glass - Repair Recommendation
- Wind Noise From Rear Door Window Area
- Engine - Oil Level Checking Procedure Revised
- Engine Oil - Approved Evacuation Equipment
- Valve Springs - Tool Kit for Removing/Installing
- Engine - Universal Valve Spring Remover/Installer
- Tools - Universal Valve Spring Tool
- Special Tool - Universal Valve Spring Tool
- Transmission Fluid Dark or Black Does Not Smell Burned
- Slippage 3-4 Shift or No 4th Gear Engagement
- A/T - Modifications and Innovations
- A/T - Standardized Design Control Pressure Cable
- Unusual Shift Characteristics After A/T Replacement
- A/T - Harsh and Dual Engagement/Noise, Shudder
- Oil Leak at Control Pressure Measurement Connection
- Intermittent Buzzing, Light Load, 2-3 Upshift
- A/T - Sudden, Harsh Engagement in Reverse
- A/T - Sudden Harsh Engagement in Reverse
- A/T - Piston Removal/Installation Tool
- A/T - (Exchange) Piston Bore Seal Modification
- A/T - Special Piston Removal/Installation Tool
- A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
- A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
- A/T - Slipping or Soft Shifts
- 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
- Flex Plate Bolt - Production Update
- Interference (Whistling Noise) in CD Mode
- Ext. Lamp - MIL ON When Turn Signals are Used
- Lamp Failure - MIL ON, NO Lamps Defective
- A/T - Double Engagement When Shifted Into Drive
- A/C - ACC Pushbutton Control Panel, Check Date
- Fuse 6 Blows Occasionally
- Fuse & Relay Box - Threaded Sleeve Replacement
- Moisture or Water in Fuse and Relay Box
- Instrument Illumination Insufficient
- Low Oil Level Lamp Comes ON, Oil Level OK
- Engine - Oil Evacuation Equipment
- Recall - Wiring Harness Chafing/Shorting
- Repairing Wiring Harness Using Soldered Terminal
- Warranty - Return of Fuel System Components
- Fuel - Fuel Drain Hoses & Portable Fuel Tanker
- Wheel - Adhesive Balance Weights Removal Tool
- Wheels - Removal of Adhesive Wheel Balance Weights
- Convertible Top - Cleaning Procedure
- Interior - Squeaking/Creaking Noise Kit
- Body - AMG KIt, Installation
- Central Locking System Inoperative Below Freezing
- Central Locking System Engages Without Actuation
- Central Locking System Operates Without Actuation
- After Repairs Central Locking System is Inoperative
- Drivers Lock Inoperative From Passenger Door/Trunk
- Central Locking System Inoperative From Passenger Door
- Central Locking System Inop. From Passenger Door
- Radio - Alpine Post Warranty Repair Program
- Display Flashes (All Radio Functions in Order)
- Paint - Warranty and Suppliers
- Paint - Warranty and Updated Supplier Information
- Paint - Application & Identification
- A/T - Hard 2-1 Downshift When Starting Off
- A/T - Delayed Engagement Into Reverse
- A/T - Shift Complaints After Changing Large Plate Gasket
- ASR System - Service Precautions
- Distorted Bass or Bass Too Weak
- Emissions - Measurement Adapter Kit/Tool
- Harsh 4-2/3-2 Kickdown and Full Throttle Downshift
- No Engagement in Any Forward Gear
- Illumination of Shift Gate Is Too Dim
- Emergency Trunk Release - Retrofit
- A/T - Harsh Transmission Engagement in Rev.
- Noise From Manual Seat Adjuster on Winding Roads
- Noises From Manual Seat Adjuster on Winding Roads
- Noise From Manual Seat Height Adjustment
- Engine - Hard Start, Poor Response, Dies Immediately
- A/C - Refrigerant R134a General Information
- A/C - Bear R12/R134a Leak Detector Modified
- A/C - R134a General Information
- Window Guide Blocks - Modified
- After ASD Control Replacement, ASD MIL Flashes
- Camshaft Housing to Cylinder Head Bolts Discontinued
- Noise From Seat Cushion Tilt Adjustment Knob
- Lights - Daytime Running Lamps, Canadian Regulations
- CD Changers - Parts Listing and Compatibility
- Seat Belt - Extensions
- Seat Belt Extender Intermittent Operation
- Interior - Door Trim Panel Component Replacement
- Front Seat Cover Piping Makes Noise
- Seat Pad Particles Accumulate on Floor
- Front Seat Cushion Padding Worn
- Front Seat Cushion Has Insufficient Side Support
- Dye transfer From Seat Leather to Clothing
- Scratching Noise in Upper Backrest Area
- Front Seat Cushion Bottoms or is Too Soft
- Rear Seat Cushion Too Soft or Bottoms Out
- A/T - Transmission Gasket Leaks
- Body - Laminated Glass Chip/Crack Repair Information
- Wipers/Washers - Wipers Chattering/Noisy
- Interior - Seat Noise Complaints
- A/C - Fluorescent Dye Leak Testing
- Suspension - Shock/Strut Replacement Guidelines
- Wheels - Recommendation Against Chroming Alloy Wheels
- Paint - Adhesive Residue Removal
- Steering - Flow Noises/Fluid Foaming After Repairs
- Exhaust System - Exhaust Pipe Chrome Tip Care
- Interior - Interior Damage From Scent Dispensers
- Wheels/Tires - Nitrogen Usage Recommendations
- Interior - Seats are Dirty/Stained
- Suspension - Shock/Strut Replace Guidelines
- Body/Lighting - Moisture in Mirror Turn Signals
- Power Steering - Fluid Filling/Bleeding Precautions
- Electrical - Horn Replacement Information
- Keyless Entry - Various Malfunctions
- Vehicle - Approved Service Products On WIS
- A/C - No Or Low A/C Cooling Performance
- Wheels - Approved Alloy Wheel Cleaning Product
- Wheels/Tires - Alloy Wheel Radial Crack Information
- Diesel Engine - MIL ON/Hard Start/Stall In Cold Temps.
- Body - New Window Glazing Adhesive Repair Kit
- Drivetrain - Axle Mount Service Guidelines
- Brakes - Brake Pad Paste Usage
- Brakes - Caliper Bolt Replacement Information
- Wipers/Washers - Wiping Quality Maintenance
- Brakes - Brake Component Corrosion Information
- Body - Windshield/Window Glass Bonding System
- Diesel Eng. - Repair Kit For Cyl. Head Glow Plug Thread
- Interior - Floor Mat Safety Information
- Restraints - Air Bag Durability And Reliability
- Body - Cleaning Tin-Plated Surfaces
- Emissions - I/m Dynamometer Emissions Testing
- Steering/Suspension - Wheel Alignment Data
- Drivetrain - Noises at Full Lock From Front Axle Area
- Antitheft System - 'Replace Key Battery' Message Displayed
- Computers/Controls - Malfunctions Of Various Power/Control Unit