1996 Chrysler/Eagle Technical Service Bulletin Summaries
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1995-1996 Talon

TSB#: 	02-01-97
Group: 	Suspension
Date: 	01-31-97
Subject: 	Rear Shock Noise Over Small to Medium Bumps

Symptom: 	A light thump, chuckle, or creak noise may be 
		heard from the rear of the vehicle while driving 
		over small to medium bumps.

Contents: 	Diagnosis Procedure

Fix: 		Replace the shocks with those listed in TSB

Policy: 	Reimbursable within provisions of warranty.

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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	02-08-96
Group: 	Front Suspension
Date: 	12-20-96
Subject: 	Front Suspension Noise Diagnosis

Symptom: 	Popping, Knocking, clunking, etc. type noise in 
		the front suspension while driving over various 
		road surfaces.

Contents:	Diagnosis Procedure, Detailed Repair Procedure

Fix: 		Replace Stabilizer Bar Bushing, Lower Lateral 
		Arms, Stabilizer Link, Stabilizer Link Cover, 
		Lower Lateral Arm Cover, Upper Arm Cover.

Policy: 	Reimbursable within provisions of warranty

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1993-94    Talon/Laser + LOTS of other Chrysler products

TSB#: 	05-09-96
Group: 	Brakes
Date: 	10-4-96
Subject: 	Brake Noise

Contents:	Extensive Discussion of Brake Noises

Policy:	Information Only

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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring
		ALL vehicles equipped with a 2.0L SOHC or DOHC 
Engine.

TSB#: 	09-06-96
Group: 	Engine
Date: 	03-29-96
Subject: 	Tensioner Pivot Bracket Assembly Service

Contents:	Addition to repair procedure in service manuals.

Policy: 	Information Only

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1995-1996 Talon with AWD

TSB#: 	14-04-96
Group: 	Fuel
Date: 	05-31-96
Subject: 	Improper Fuel Gauge Installation/Incorrect Gauge 
Readings

Contents:	The fuel gauge unit/pipe/pump assembly must be 
		aligned properly when service is performed to 
		these units. Improper alignment will cause the 			fuel gauge to read incorrectly or not at all.

		Procedure notes included.

Policy: 	Information Only.

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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring
		1995 Vehicles with 2.5L Engine and 1996 Vehicles 
		with 2.5L Engines built prior to March 14, 1996 
		and 1996 Vehicles with 2.0L DOHC (Non-Turbo) 
		built before March 14, 1996.

TSB#: 	18-01-96 Rev. A
			**Supersedes 18-01-96 Dated: 01-19-1996
Group: 	Vehicle Performance
Date: 	05-17-96
Subject: 	Ticking Noise in Engine Compartment

Symptom: 	Ticking Noise in Engine Compartment, most 
		notable in ambient temperatures below 40 deg. F.

Contents:	Diagnosis procedure, parts list, repair 
		Procedure.

Policy: 	Reimbursable within provisions of warranty.

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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring + more
	
TSB#:		18-04-96 	
Group: 	Vehicle Performance
Date: 	02-16-96
Subject: 	Erratic Idle and MIL (malfunction indicator 
		light) Illiminated.

Symptom: 	Loss of performance and/or MIL illuminated 
		(indicating failed TPS) and/or erratic idle.

Contents:	Diagnosis Procedure, Parts List, Repair 
		Procdure.

Policy:	Reimbursable within provisions of warranty.

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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	18-07-96
Group: 	Vehicle Performance
Date: 	03-01-96
Subject: 	Driveability Improvements and/or Malfunction 
		Indicator Light (MIL) on.

Symptom: 	Idle speed Flares/undershoots/instability/rough-
			ness/stall during warm up.
		RPM undershoot after depression of clutch (MTX).
		A/C engagement RPM flare or surge while rolling 
			at low speed or stopped with light brake 
			application.
		Vehicle bobble(MTX).
		False MIL illumination with Diagnostic Trouble 
			Codes (DTC's).

Contents:	Diagnoses procedure, parts list, repair 
		procedure.

Policy: 	Reimbursable with warranty.

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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	18-10-96
Group: 	Vehicle Performance
Date: 	03-15-96
Subject: 	EGR monitor fault/Idle Inconsistency/Increased 
		Throttle Effort/Ticking noise in engine 
		Compartment.

Symptom: 	Check Engine light may be illuminated and 
			Diagnostic Trouble Code "EGR SYSTEM 
			FAILURE may be present below 32 degF.
		Cold start die out or below specified idle speed 
			condition in cold ambient temp. (20degF or 
			less).
		Increased effort required to move the
			accelerator pedal from the idle position.
		Ticking noise from engine at idle, more notable 
			in temps less than 40 degF.

Contents:	Diagnosis procedure, parts list, repair 
			procedure.

Policy: 	Reimbursable within warranty.

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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring
		2.0L DOHC engine built before 04-01-96

TSB#: 	18-15-96 Rev. A
Group: 	Vehicle Performance
Date: 	07-12-96
Subject: 	Intermittent Single Cylinder Misfire and/or MIL 
		illuminated.

Symptom: 	As described in subject.

Contents:	Diagnostics procedure, parts list, and repair 
		procedure.

Policy: 	Reimbursable with warranty.

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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring + more

TSB#: 	18-17-96 Rev. B
Group: 	Vehicle Performance
Date: 	10-04-96
Subject: 	Vehicle Shudder During Torque Convertor EMCC 
		(Lock-up) Operation/Diagnostic Trouble Code 38.

Symptom: 	As described in subject. Specifies that this TSB 
		applies only if DTC Code 38 is present, refers to 
		other TSBs if no code present.

Contents:	Diagnosis and repair procedure, parts list.

Policy: 	Reimbursable under warranty.
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1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	18-27-96
Group: 	Vehicle Performance
Date: 	10-04-96
Subject: 	Long Start Time Cold, RPM Undershoot, RPM Flare, 
		Speed control Acceleration, Erroneous MIL 
		Illumination.

Symptom: 	Long cold engine start time in temperatures 
			above 30 degF.
		Engine RPM undershoot immediately after a cold 
			start or with gear engagements, A/C 
			engagement, power steering input and/or 
			heavy electrical load after a cold start 
			in ambient temps above 30 degF.
		RPM flare after a power steering input with A/C 
			and blower motor switch in the ON
			position.
		Over aggressive vehicle acceleration rate in 3rd 
			gear when climbing a grade with speed 				control activated.
		False EGR SYSTEM FAILURE hex $2e, or BRAKE 
			SWITCH STUCK PRESSED OR RELEASED hex $98.

Contents:	Diagnosis proc., repair proc., equipment list.

Policy: 	Reimbursable within warranty.
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1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	21-05-96 Rev. A	**Supersedes prev. TSB
Group: 	Transmission
Date: 	12-27-96
Subject: 	Reduced Transaxle Limp-in Default Sensitivity

Symptom: 	Reduced Transaxle Limp-in Default Sensitivity

Contents:	Prescribes a software update for the TCM 
		(Transmission Control Module)

Policy: 	Reimbursable within warranty.
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1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	21-08-96
Group: 	Transmission
Date: 	05-24-96
Subject: 	Intermittent second gear and reverse only 
		operation after initial start-up.

Symptom: 	After start-up, vehicle will only operate in 
		second gear and reverse for the first few 
		minutes.

Contents:	In-Depth Diagnosis procedure,

Policy: 	Information only.
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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	21-10-96
Group: 	Transmission
Date: 	07-05-96
Subject: 	Ratcheting Sound During Garage Shifts and When 
		Coming to a Stop.

Symptom: 	A "ratcheting" or clicking sound is heard during 
		garage shifts or when the vehicle is coming to a 
		stop. 

Contents:	Diagnosis proc., parts list, repair proc.

Policy: 	Reimbursable within warranty.
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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring + more
		with 41TE or 42LE transaxle built before 03-18-96

TSB#: 	21-11-96 Rev. A
Group: 	Transmission
Date: 	08-09-96
Subject: 	Shudder during 1-2 Upshifts

Symptom: 	Vehicle shudders during light to moderate
		throttle 1-2 upshifts.

Contents:	Diagnosis procedure, parts list, repair 
		procedure.

Policy: 	Reimbursable within warranty.
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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	21-14-96
Group: 	Body	
Date: 	02-23-96
Subject: 	Door Glass Adjustment Procedure

Symptom: 	Improper door glass fit.

Contents:	Extensive Adjustment procedures and info.

Policy: 	Information only
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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring
		built between 05-01-95 and 01-19-96

TSB#: 	23-22-96
Group: 	Body
Date: 	04-05-96
Subject: 	Sunroof inoperative/opens by itself

Symptom: 	The sunroof may open by itself or sticks in the 
open position.

Contents:	Parts list, repair procedure

Policy: 	Reimbursable within warranty.
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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	23-23-96
Group: 	Body
Date: 	04-12-96
Subject: 	Power Seat Switch Sticks

Symptom: 	The power seat switch sticks due to seat switch 
garnish interfering with the switch, causing it 
to stick.

Contents:	Parts list, repair procedure

Policy: 	Reimbursable within warranty.
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1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring built before 11-27-95

TSB#: 	23-24-96 Rev. A
Group: 	Body
Date: 	04-26-96
Subject: 	Door Buzz/Rattle

Symptom: 	Some of the subject vehicles may exhibit a buzz 
or rattle coming from the door with radio is on. 
Noise is more noticeable when deep bass tones are 
emitted from speakers and can be mistaken for 
speaker problems.

Contents:	Instructs dealer to replace a bolt and washer.

Policy: 	Reimbursable within warranty.
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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	23-25-96
Group: 	Body
Date: 	04-12-96
Subject: 	Sunroof Ratcheting Sound or Jerky Operation

Symptom: 	Sunroof ratcheting sound or jerky operation after 
sunroof drive motor was removed and re-installed 
during a sunroof repair.

Contents:	Discussion about proper removal and re-
installation of sunroof motor.

Policy: 	Information Only.
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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	23-30-96 Rev. A
Group: 	Body
Date: 	12-27-96
Subject: 	Water Leak at Right Side "A" Pillar

Symptom: 	Water leak on passenger carpet. This leak can be 
the result of seam sealer void in the lower A 
pillar area.

Contents:	Repair procedure.

Policy: 	Reimbursable within warranty.
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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring + more

TSB#: 	23-69-96
Group: 	Body
Date: 	11-22-96
Subject: 	Repair of Fallout Damaged Paint

Contents:	Mopar has released a new product called Mopar 
Fallout Removal Kit for correcting paint damage 
due to industrial fallout, rail dust, over-spray 
and volcanic ash.

Policy: 	Information Only
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1995-1996 Talon/Avenger/Sebring

TSB#: 	23-74-96
Group: 	Body
Date: 	12-20-96
Subject: 	Door Rattle Repair

Symptom: 	Popping noise coming from front of door glass 
when driving with glass in full-up 
position.

		Vehicles built between 05-01-95 and 05-31-96 may 
experience a loud rattle when closing the 
door with glass in the half to fully open 
position.

		Vehicles built before 08-01-96 may experience a 
light rattle heard at the top of the door 
with glass fully opened.

		Vehicles built before 09-01-96 may experience a 
light squeak or itch noise heard during 
glass operation.

Contents:	Diagnosis procedure, parts list, repair 
procedure.

Policy: 	Reimbursable within warranty.
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1989-1994 Laser/Talon

TSB#: 	24-17-96
Group: 	Heater & A/C
Date: 	11-15-96
Subject: 	R-12 to R-134a A/C Adaptation Service Procedure.

Contents:	Discussion of procedure to adapt A/C to use R-
134a.

Policy: 	Information only.
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