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Technical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.
9004275
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
08-049-20
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
31-003-19
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-005-19
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-006-19
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100319
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100519
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100619
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
05183348A$
KEY BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER The key with an integrated FOB P/N 05183348AA is temporarily unavailable. The supplier is currently working on a functional replacement. Currently, for customer satisfaction, the immobilizer blade key (no integrated FOB) P/N 05018689AA can be offered to the customer as an alternative option. For any details please contact FCA Engineering: Cell (248) 408-9068 Boris Prishkolnik
05191925A
Radiator If vehicle comes in for transmission fluid leaking from trans-oil cooler fittings on the radiator, please perform the following before replacing the radiator/cooler:~ 1. Remove both of the transmission lines from the cooler?s top/bottom flared fittings on the radiator. ~ 2. Remove hex nut and the top flared fitting on the radiator tank.~ 3. Using a wire brush and gasket remover, clean off the old sealant on the smaller threaded portion of the flared fitting. Do the same for the threads on the trans oil cooler.~ 4. Apply a new application of Mopar PN 04318032 to the flared fitting, leaving the first threads free for ease of engagement.~ 5. Install the top flared fitting by hand, then torque the fitting to 235 +/- 15 Lb-In.~ 6. Install the hex nut and torque to 100 +/- 10 Lb-In.~ 7. Repeat steps 2-6 for bottom flared fitting.~ 8. Reinstall transmission line per normal installation procedures and ensure correct fluid level.~
05191925A$
Radiator If vehicle comes in for transmission fluid leaking from trans-oil cooler fittings on the radiator, please perform the following before replacing the radiator/cooler:~ 1. Remove both of the transmission lines from the cooler?s top/bottom flared fittings on the radiator. ~ 2. Remove hex nut and the top flared fitting on the radiator tank.~ 3. Using a wire brush and gasket remover, clean off the old sealant on the smaller threaded portion of the flared fitting. Do the same for the threads on the trans oil cooler.~ 4. Apply a new application of Mopar PN 04318032 to the flared fitting, leaving the first threads free for ease of engagement.~ 5. Install the top flared fitting by hand, then torque the fitting to 235 +/- 15 Lb-In.~ 6. Install the hex nut and torque to 100 +/- 10 Lb-In.~ 7. Repeat steps 2-6 for bottom flared fitting.~ 8. Reinstall transmission line per normal installation procedures and ensure correct fluid level.~
R2118796A
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
N47
The aftermarket trailer hitch on about 1,443,000 of the above vehicles may adversely affect the rear structure performance during certain low speed rear collisions. Vehicles equipped with a trailer hitch must be inspected and replaced if required. NOTE: The initial inspection process can be done by write up personnel in the write up area. Vehicles found without a trailer hitch can be immediately returned to the customer.
SB-N47
1999-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE REAR STRUCTURE PERFORMANCE MAY BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED DURING CERTAIN LOW SPEED REAR COLLISIONS ON AFTERMARKET TRAILER HITCH *CN
23-014-15
Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for the model year are no longer supported with OEM retrofit kits. NOTE: Dealers are encouraged to honor any customers? request for the installation of the Child Seat Tether Anchors and Dealer reimbursement will be made by FCA US LLC regardless of vehicle age or mileage. See the Warranty Policy and Procedure Manual and/or Warranty Bulletin D-08-33 for reimbursement detail.
9002849
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator only used on Auto-RWD transmission Note: The color of the insulator is not relevant for service.
9002901
Part Description: Seal - Shift Shaft on RFE transmissions Issue Description: This seal (04799346) is replaceable with Seal Kit (68235551AA), which includes a seal and retainer. The Seal Kit is applicable to all (5)45RFE transmissions.
N47062013
Chrysler intends to inspect and, if necessary, replace aftermarket trailer hitches to ensure that any sharp edges or other puncture risks from the aftermarket mounting hardware are removed, free of charge (parts and labor). The parts required for this program are currently not available. Chrysler is making all reasonable efforts to obtain the parts as quickly as possible. Chrysler will contact dealers when the parts and repair procedure becomes available. Dealers will be notified of the launch of this customer satisfaction notification by way of established methods used in the past. We ask that you please take the time to ensure that your personnel are aware of this communication and are prepared to execute a customer friendly process for inquiries on involved vehicles.
9002519
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
0803006
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB
2100903
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC
2101505
45RFE/545RFE TRANS - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT DUE TO COOLER RETURN FILTER REPLACEMENT. *SC
2401305
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
0801505
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
0200204
A SQUEAK OR SQUAWK-LIKE SOUND MAY BE PRESENT IN THE FRONT OR REAR SUSPENSION. *TT
2300904
POPPING OR CLICKING-LIKE SOUND IN AREA OF FRONT SEAT FRAME. *TT
2400104
NEW HVAC SUB-ASSEMBLY REPLACES BLEND OR RECIRC DOOR COMPONENTS. *TT
1803103
4.0L ROUGH ENGINE IDLE AFTER RESTART FOLLOWING A HOT SOAK. *TT
0300203
FLUID WEEPAGE PAST REAR AXLE VENT LINE JIGGLE CAP. *TT
1900303
POP/TICK SOUND IN STEERING WHEEL AREA. *TT
0900303
4.0L MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE. *TT
2301503
WIND-LIKE SOUND AT TOP REAR CORNER OF FRONT DOOR. *TT
0801103
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) FOB ONLY OPERATES AT CLOSE RANGE ON DRIVER SIDE OF VEHICLE. *TT
07
RECOMMENDED STEPS TO CONFIRM THE SAFE AND PROPER ENGAGEMENT OF THE PARK POSITION ON THE VEHICLE'S AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. *TT
010103
SNAP RING ACCESS PLUG, NV247 TRANSFER CASE - GPOP - ISSUE REVIEW SYSTEM. *TT
0500302B
FRONT BRAKE PULSATION DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKE APPLICATION. *TT
0300302A
CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF A HIGH-PITCHED REAR AXLE WHINE SOUND COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE. *TT
02013
CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION WHERE THE PANIC ALARM FOR THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) SYSTEM TRIGGERS WITHOUT ANY CUSTOMER INTENT TO TRIGGER THE ALARM. *TT
0300302
CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF A HIGH-PITCHED SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR AXLE OF THE VEHICLE BETWEEN 55 AND 70 MPH (88-112 KPH). *TT
2100202
SUBJECT REGARDING REVISION IN DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES AND LABOR OPERATION TIMES FOR RE TRANSMISSIONS. *TT
1802002
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
0500302A
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT BRAKE PULSATION DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKE APPLICATION. *SLC
1900502
SUBJECT REGARDING STEERING HONK ON 4.0 L AND 4.7 L LHD GRANE CHEROKEE VEHICLES. *SLC
2302002
NEW REPAIR PROCEDURES WITH SEPARATE LIFTGATE LATCH MOTOR AND COMPONENTS. *SLC
0500302
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT BRAKE PULSATION DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKE APPLICATION. *SLC
2301502
SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *SLC
0800702
SUBJECT REGARDING REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *SLC
1801202
SUBJECT REGARDING COLD START RPM FLARE. *JG
0800401B
ON SOME VEHICLES THE HEATED SEAT MAY BE INOPERATIVE DUE TO AN OPEN CIRCUIT IN THE SEAT CUSHION HEATING ELEMENT. *TT
1900801
EXPERIENCING A POP/TICK SOUND HEARD COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL AREA WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. *TT
0800401A
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE HEATED SEAT MAY BE INOPERATIVE DUE TO AN OPEN CIRCUIT IN THE SEAT CUSHION HEATING ELEMENT. *TT
1802501
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARSH 2-3, 4-5, AND 5-4 UPSHIFTS CAUSING A POWERTRAIN CLUNK OR SHUDDER WHEN ACCELERATING. *TT
2302701
SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *TT
0300101A
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE A POWERTRAIN RELATED SOUND WHICH MAY BE DESCRIBED AS FRONT AXLE WHINE. *TT
0500501A
EXPERIENCING BRAKE ROUGHNESS OR PEDAL PULSATION WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. *TT
1900301REVA
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HONK-LIKE SOUND WHEN MAKING RIGHT TURNS.*SLC
0500501
CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE A VIBRATION OF THE STEERING WHEEL, FLOOR, SEAT, INSTRUMENT PANEL, OR A MINOR PEDAL PULSATION (BRAKE ROUGHNESS) UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE PEDAL APPLICATION. *SLC
2100801
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES GEARTRAIN SOUND ENTERING PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.*SLC
01011
ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING ROUGH IDLE AFTER EXTENDED STORAGE. *TT
1801301
SOME VEHICLE ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE AND / OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) LIGHT ON CONDITION UPON INITIAL START-UP AFTER A COLD SOAK WHEN TEMPERATURES ARE BELOW 50 DEGREES F (10 DEGREES C). THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES SELECTIVELY ERASING AND REPROGRAMMING THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH NEW SOFTWARE. *TT
1900301
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HONK-LIKE SOUND FROM THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM, OCCURING MOST OFTEN DURING A RIGHT HAND LOW SPEED TURN, SUCH AS PARKING LOT MANEUVERS. *TT
1801201
SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
2400701
A CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE COLER OR WARMER THAN DESIRED AIR TEMPERATURES COMING FROM THE VEHICLE HVAC SYSTEM VENTS. THIS CHANGE IN AIR TEMPERATURE MAY OCCUR GRADUALLY OVER TIME AND ONLY ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE AUTOMATIC ZONE CONTROL (AZC) HVAC SYSTEM. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES THE REPLACEMENT OF THE AUTOMATIC ZONE CONTROL ASSEMBLY. *TT
2500401
SUBJECT REGARDING ADDITIONAL DIAGNOSTIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES CAUSED BY AN EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM LEAK. *TT
2600501
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN CONTAINS BOTH UPDATED SELF-ADHESIVE SERVICE AND / OR DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL PAGES AND UPDATE PAGES. *TT
2100601
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
1800101
INFORMATION REGARDING ENGINE PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTS. *JB
0800600REV
SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB
1802300A
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO ENGINE PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTS. *JB
1802300
SOME VEHICLE ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT PART THROTTLE OR WIDE OPEN THROTTLE SPARK KNOCK; SAG OR HESITATION FOLLOWING A COLD ENGINE START; ROUGH IDLE; IDLE SAG WHEN DECELERATING TO A STOP. *TT
2601200
INFORMATION ON SERVICE PUBLICATION UPDATES. *JB
882
EMISSION RECALL TO REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE - ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM MAY NOT RESET THE READINESS CODES. *JB
2300800B
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
2304100
INFORMATION ON THE OPTIMUM ROOF RACK POSITION. *TT
2303800
SUBJECT REGARDING SEAT BELT TURNING LOOP COVER REPAIR. *TT
082700
SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT
082800
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE SPEEDOMETER OR TACHOMETER MAY BE INOPERATIVE DUE TO GAUGE NEEDLE BEING WRAPPED AROUND THE WRONG SIDE OF THE STOP PEG. *TT
140600A
CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE A LONGER THAN NORMAL ENGINE CRANKING TIME PRIOR TO ENGINE START. *TT
190600
EXPERIENING STEERING GEAR HONK ON TURNS. *TT
210900
SUBJECT REGARDING 45RFE TRANSMISSION QUALITY ENHANCEMENTS FOR THE 1-2, 2-3, AND 4-3 SHIFTS. *TT
090100A
CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF AN OIL EMULSION ACCUMULATION INSIDE THE ENGINE OIL FILL HOUSING. *TT
030400
AN INTERMITTENT BUMP (STOP-BUMP) ONCE THE VEHICLE IS BROUGHT TO A FULL STOP. THIS CONDITION MAY OCCUR 3 TO 20 SECONDS FOLLOWING THE STOP OR WHEN THE LOAD ON THE REAR DRIVELINE IS REDUCED (E.G., WHEN THE APPLIED BRAKE PRESSURE IS DECREASED). THE STOP-BUMP CONDITION MAY BE THE RESULT OF A BINDING BETWEEN THE SPLINED SURFACES OF THE REAR PROPELLER SHAFT SLIP YOKE AND THE REAR OUTPUT SHAFT OF EITHER THE TRANSFER CASE OR THE TRANSMISSION. *TT
082200
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY NOTICE A LOWER THAN EXPECTED ENGINE PERFORMANCE DUE TO A POSSIBLE LOSS OR INTERMITTENT LOSS OF THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CMP) SIGNAL. THE LOSS OF THE CMP SIGNAL MAY BE THE RESULT OF THE CMP PHYSICALLY CONTACTING THE TONE WHEEL. *TT
0002
INFORMATION UPDATE VEHICLES THAT MAY HAVE PAINT ANTI-CHIP PRIMER CONTAMINATED. *TT
050100A
SUBJECT REGARDING BRAKE ROUGHNESS OR PEDAL PULSATION WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. *TT
050100
EXPERIENCING BRAKE ROUGHNESS OR PEDAL PULSATION WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. *TT
080800
CONCERNS WITH AN INOPERATIVE OR INTERMITTENT REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) TRANSMITTER. *TT
030300
CONCERNS WITH A WHINE-LIKE SOUND HEARD COMING FROM THE REAR AXLE OF THE VEHICLE AT SPEEDS GREATER THAN 40 MPH. *TT
230800
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
231000
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE FRONT WIND MAY BE INOPERATIVE, OR STUCK IN THE UP POSITION. *TT
8591/8592
SUBJECT REGARDING THE ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM ON ABOUT 309,000 VEHICLES LOCATED OUT OF CALIFORNIA AND VEHICLES LOCATED IN CALIFORNIA WILL NOT DETECT A CATALYST FAILURE AS REQUIRED BY FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS. *TT
080600
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT
090100
SUBJECT REGARDING NORMAL ACCUMULATION OF A FOAMY OIL EMULSION IN THE 4.7L ENGINE OIL FILL HOUSING. *TT
180100
SUBJECT REGARDING MISDIAGNOSED LEAK DETECTION PUMP SYSTEMS WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1494, P0442 P0455, OR P0456. *TT
210100
SUBJECT PERTAINS TO INTERMITTENT HARSH ENGAGEMENT INTO REVERSE GEAR ON CERTAIN RE MODEL TRANSMISSIONS. *TT
240100
CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF COLD DRIVER'S FEET OR INADEQUATE AIRFLOW TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE FLOOR. *TT
9942
INFORMATION ON CONTAMINATION OF ANTI-CHIP PRIMER. *TT
240699A
INFORMATION ON CONDENSATION (WATER DROPLETS) FORMING ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE HEATER A/C HOUSING AND DRIP ON THE FLOOR. *TT
083999
SUBJECT REGARDING COMMUNICATIONS STOPPING BETWEEN JTEC PCM AND A GENERIC SCAN TOOL. *TT
250299
THIS BULLETIN MENTIONS THAT THE CATALYST MONITOR DOES NOT ILLUMINATE AN MIL OR SET A FAULT CODE. *TT
030899
INFORMATION ON NEW WJ 186FBI FRONT AXLE PINION GEAR FLANGED NUT AND GROUND COLLAPSIBLE SPACER. *TT
083799
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERINB AIRBAG ON / OFF SWITCHES FOR SELECTED VEHICLES. *TT
242499
CONCERNS WITH THE HEATER A/C SYSTEM CHANGING TO DEFROST MODE WHEN ACCELERATING. *TT
242599
INFORMATION ON COLD AIR LEAKING INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FOOT WELL. *TT
234499
EXPERIENCING A WATER LEAK AT THE REAR OF THE SUNROOF WHEN THE VEHICLES IS IN AN AUTOMATIC CAR WASH. *TT
030799
SUBJECT ON THE INTERMITTENT BUMP FELT AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS COME TO A FULL STOP, ON VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO SEPTEMBER 20, 1999. *MJS
140599
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES. *MJS
233599REVA
SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS
030599
SUBJECT REGARDING AXLE DIAGNOSIS. *TT
211299
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 45RFE TRANSMISSION MAY EXPERIENCE 1-2, 2-3, AND 4-3 SHIFT QUALITY ISSUES. *TT
211399
SUBJECT REGARDING 45RFE DRIVE LEARN PROCEDURES FOR 45RFE TRANSMISSIONS. *TT
233599
INFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
021299
THIS BULLETIN PERTAINS TO FRONT END ALIGNMENT - ADJUSTABLE / OFFSET BALL JOINTS. *TT
081499
CONDITIONS WITH VEHICLE START AND STALL OR VEHICLE NO-START. *TT
Complaint counts are reports filed with NHTSA, not failure rates. A common model collects more of them than a rare one that breaks more often.