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Some Random TSB's for Volvo

Due to space limitations I can't list every model that is running around in Malaysia....if anyone in Malaysia has a request for a particular model then use the guestbook and I will try and squeeze that models TSB list here!

What is a TSB?

Though an apparent nugget of good hope for vehicle owners, a technical service bulletin is actually an advisory issued by a manufacturer for use by dealership service departments. Most TSBs are released during the first year that a vehicle is offered or the year following a redesign in order to address areas that might have been overlooked when designing the car.

These bulletins differ from recalls in that they are not considered safety or emissions issues and they usually apply only when your vehicle is in its warranty period (whereas a recall is "open" until the work has been performed). TSBs frequently (but not always) address a recurring problem and include illustrated instructions for repair, a list of the parts needed, the warranty status and the labour charge to be applied by the dealer.

If a problem addressed in a TSB is particularly widespread, the manufacturer may decide to send out "Owner Notification" letters - in this case, the manufacturer has a good idea of which vehicles (by VIN) will experience the problem.
Most manufacturers will provide discounted parts and labour on TSB's that apply to older vehicles..for example,if a Volvo 850 has a known problem within the suspension lets say, Volvo may have a redesigned part that can be fitted by the dealer at a reduced cost to the owner....this hapenned to me a while ago with the S80 I had, Volvo applied a TSB concerning the control group for the transmission....although they deny there is a problem in the first place!


Bulletins for 1996 Volvo 850 L5-2435cc 2.5L DOHC VIN 55 B5254S FI 20V
TSB Number       Issue Date                                TSB Title
 
Safety Recalls
 85112          FEB 03       Recall - Seat Heater Wiring Modification 
 
 8850028        FEB 03       Recall - Seat Heater Cable Harness Defect 
 
 08111          JAN 03       Recall - Trailer Hitch Defect 
 
 22529          NOV 96       Recall - Throttle Plate Screws Loose 
 
 8893           OCT 96       Recall - Engine Block Heater 
 

General Recalls

TSB Number   Issue Date                    TSB Title
 5590005        JAN 99       Campaign - EBD Switch Inspection & Repair Procedures 
 
 44376          MAY 96       Campaign - Installing Revised A/T Microswitch 
 
 44376          MAY 96       Campaign - Replacing Microswitch in A/T Gear Selector
 
 
TSB Number   Issue Date                    TSB Title
 8880001        APR 03       Interior - Extended Airbag Service Life 
 
 2334           JUL 02       Emissions - OBD II Readiness Codes Update 
 
 2230059        JUL 02       Emissions - Revised OBD II Readiness Code Resetting 
 
 6640011        MAR 02       Steering Wheel Lock - Updated Replacement Procedure 
 
 00205          OCT 01       Interior Safety Products - Reuse/Disposal 
 
 3360019        SEP 01       Alarm System - False Alarm Activation 
 
 8850004        MAY 01       Tailgate Panel Attachment - Repairing 
 
 4430017        FEB 01       A/T - Diagnosis & Check List 
 
 2230052        NOV 00       Fuel System - Quick Release Connector 
 
 8850004        NOV 00       Tailgate Panel - Repair Kit Information 
 
 881A           JUL 00       Seat Belt - Extensions 
 
 8850004        APR 00       Tailgate Panel - Repair Kit 
 
 7770004        MAR 00       Drive Shaft Nut - Updated Part 
 
 2230047        FEB 00       Fuel Tank - Revised 
 
 23-0046        JAN 00       Fuel Sending Unit - Installation 
 
 64-0011        JAN 00       Steering Wheel Lock - Updated Method for Replacing 
 
 2210025        DEC 99       Cylinder Head - Replacing 
 
 2230037        OCT 99       Evap Hose - Replacement 
 
 2230046        OCT 99       Fuel Sending Unit - Replacment 
 
 2230026        OCT 99       Fuel Tank Y Fitting - New Replacement Method 
 
 2210023        OCT 99       Oil Pump - Oil Leak 
 
 8840024        OCT 99       Windshield Molding, Upper - Noise 
 
 887011         SEP 99       A/C - Floor/Defroster Shutter (Air Door) Replacement 
 
 4430011        JUL 99       A/T Final Drive - Whining Sound Heard at 25-40 MPH 
 
 6610002        JUN 99       Ball Joint/Steering Knuckle - Additional R&R Information 
 
 3370002        JUN 99       Fuel Pump Connector - Replacing 
 
 2210014        JUN 99       Oil Pan - Leak From One or More Screws 
 
 3370001        JUN 99       Positive Battery & Alt. Cable - Available as Spare Part 
 
 2220003        FEB 99       Engine Control Module - Motronic 4.4 Software Upgrade 
 
 4430012        FEB 99       Rear Transmission Cover - Inspect Before Replacement 
 
 8810001        NOV 98       Body - Supplement to Service Manuals 
 
 2210009        OCT 98       Engine Valve Train - New Tappets 
 
 5520001        SEP 98       Engine - Installing Clamp on Vacuum Hose 
 
 2230018        SEP 98       Fuel Rail - Recommended Replacement Method 
 
 7760002        AUG 98       Suspension - Installing Rear Shock Absorber Bearing 
 
 6640006        JUL 98       Steering Column - Knocking Sound 
 
 2210004        MAY 98       Connecting Rod Cap - Revised Screws 
 
 2280001        MAY 98       Spark Plugs - New Improved 
 
 8830008        APR 98       Body - Door Inner Panel Requires Modification 
 
 8880004        APR 98       Dashboard - Prevent Seal Leaks When Replacing, 
 
 109            FEB 98       ABS Wheel Sensor - Installation Tool 
 
 2230009        JAN 98       Tools - Scan Tool Repair Adress Incorrect in Manual 
 
 881812         DEC 97       Body - Corrective Action for Corrosion Under Windshield 
 
 2230007        DEC 97       MIL ON, DTCs EFI-611, EFI-612 EVAP Leakage 
 
 885820         DEC 97       Reduction of Noise from Interior Cargo Comp. & Rear Seat 
 
 884816         DEC 97       Roof Rack - Replacing Seals for Rails 
 
 2210008        DEC 97       Tools - Removing Camshafts 
 
 4430002        NOV 97       Lifting Beam Measurement - 320 mm (12.6 in) 
 
 443822         OCT 97       A/T, M/T, Clutch - Changing Text In Service Manual 
 
 225818         AUG 97       Preheated Air - New Control Method 
 
 443819         JUN 97       M/T - Road Test 
 
 337810         MAY 97       ABS Connector - Repairing 
 
 331801         MAY 97       Battery - Maintaining Electrolyte Level 
 
 883824         MAY 97       Door Inner Panel - Modifying, Replacing 
 
 887833         APR 97       A/C - Concrete Like Odor 
 
 881814         APR 97       Body - Front Wheel Arch Requires Modification 
 
 881813         APR 97       Body - Outer Body Side Panel Requires Modification 
 
 228824         APR 97       Engine Controls - False DTCs 
 
 223833         APR 97       Fuel Line Cover Clip - Replacement 
 
 888821         APR 97       Passenger Airbag Cover - Replacing 
 
 883802         APR 97       Side Windows - Road Noise 
 
 226804         APR 97       Thermostat Housing - Double Gaskets 
 
 221828         APR 97       Torque Control Arm Bushing - Replacing 
 
 884817         FEB 97       Windshield - Upper Trim Strip Comes Loose 
 
 339809         OCT 96       AM Radio - Interference 
 
 339811         OCT 96       Audio - Generator Noise in the Loudspeakers 
 
 888808         OCT 96       Dashboard - Cracked or Scratched Wood Veneer 
 
 889809         OCT 96       Firewall Insulation Panel - Contaminated 
 
 338814X        OCT 96       Instrument Cluster - Updating Replacing in Manual 
 
 886805         OCT 96       Paint - Front Fender Paintwork Rubbed Off by Mudguard 
 
 336816         OCT 96       Tailgate Washer System - Bleeding 
 
 887824         SEP 96       A/C - Condensation on Side Windows 
 
 889807         AUG 96       A/C Condenser and Radiator - Damaged by Stones 
 
 887826         AUG 96       A/C Receiver - Installing/Aligning 
 
 550802X        AUG 96       ABS - Supplement to Service Manual Section 5 
 
 337811         AUG 96       ASC System - Inoperative 
 
 889806         AUG 96       Body & Frame - Specification of Undersealed Surfaces 
 
 881808         AUG 96       Body - Repairing Loose Door Stops in A and B Posts 
 
 881809         AUG 96       Body - Repairing Unevenness in the Roof Panel 
 
 551803         AUG 96       Brake Pads - Resonance Vibrations 
 
 225813         AUG 96       Crankcase Ventilation Pipe - Replacing 
 
 228822         AUG 96       Engine - Ignition Conditions and Starting Difficulties 
 
 888817         AUG 96       Sun Visor - Replacing with Illuminated Vanity Mirror 
 
 883822         AUG 96       Tool - Door Alignment Tool 
 
 441805         AUG 96       Tool - Installing Clutch and Pressure Plate 
 
 884814         AUG 96       Windshield Support Strip - Revised 
 
 222805         JUL 96       Engine - Tracing/Correcting High Oil Consumption 
 
 226803         JUL 96       Engine Cooling Fan - Revised & Replacing 
 
 333801         JUL 96       Starter Motor - Revised 
 
 221817         JUN 96       Cylinder Block - Replace Block Instead of Entire Engine 
 
 443813         MAY 96       A/T - Difficulties Moving Shift Lever Out of PARK