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1988 Pontiac Safari Wagon V8-305 5.0L

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Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1988 Pontiac Safari Wagon V8-305 5.0L
JULY             1989 Recall - Servo Bail Bushing

Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1988 Pontiac Safari Wagon V8-305 5.0L
APRIL            2007 Tires - Proper Inflation Pressure Information
APRIL            2007 Body - Polypropylene Energy Absorber Replacement
APRIL            2007 Engine - Sealant Usage/procedures
APRIL            2007 A/T - Dexron®-VI(R) Fluid Availability
MARCH         2007 Instruments - Reduced PRNDL Display Visibility
FEBRUARY   2007 Wheels/Tires - `Upsized` Wheel & Tire Information
FEBRUARY   2007 Engine, A/T - Shift/Driveability Concerns/MIL ON
JANUARY      2007 Locks - Key Code Securtiy Rules & Information
JANUARY      2007 Body - Hem Flange Repair
JANUARY      2007 Tires - Radial Force Variation (RFV) Information
DECEMBER   2006 Restraints - Availability of Seat Belt Extenders
NOVEMBER   2006 Warranty - Claims Submission
NOVEMBER   2006 Engine - Unnecessary Flushing Services
NOVEMBER   2006 Fuel System - TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline
NOVEMBER   2006 Fuel System - TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Usage
NOVEMBER   2006 M/T - Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding Procedure Improvement
OCTOBER      2006 Body - Metal Panel Adhesive Bonding Information
OCTOBER      2006 Interior - Eliminating Unwanted Odors
OCTOBER      2006 Tires - Tread Puncture Repair Procedures
SEPTEMBER 2006 Wheel Alignment - Recommendations/Requirements
SEPTEMBER 2006 Wheels - Pitting/Brake Dust On Chrome Wheels
SEPTEMBER 2006 Fuel System - GM Fuel System Treatment Plus(R)
SEPTEMBER 2006 Body - Distortion On Outer Glass Surfaces
SEPTEMBER 2006 Wheels - Changing Procedures/Precautions
AUGUST        2006 M/T - Normal Operating Characteristics
AUGUST        2006 Tires - Original Equipment Tire Characteristics
AUGUST        2006 Cooling System - Coolant Recycling Information
AUGUST        2006 Wheels Chrome Wheel Chemical Staining/Pitting/Corrosion
JULY             2006 Fuel System - E85 Fuel Usage Information
JUNE             2006 Windshield Wipers - Performance/Cleaning and Maintenance
JUNE             2006 Wheels - Aluminum Wheel Refinishing Recommendations
JUNE             2006 A/T - Dexron®(R) VI Fluid Availability
JUNE             2006 A/T - Clunk When Shifting From PARK/DRIVE/REVERSE
MAY              2006 Electrical - Instrument Panel & General Wiring Repair
APRIL            2006 Audio System - Portable Audio Equipment Noise
APRIL            2006 Wheels/Tires - Slow Leaks From Aluminum Wheels
MARCH         2006 Body - Urethane Adhesives for Glass Applications
MARCH         2006 Tires/Wheels - Wheel Weight Usage Precautions
FEBRUARY   2006 A/T - Fluid Cooler Flushing
JANUARY      2006 Engine - Surface Conditioning Disc Usage Prohibition
JANUARY      2006 Fuel System - Fuel Injector Maintenance Cleaning
DECEMBER   2005 Tires/Wheels - Nitrogen Gas Usage for Filling Tires
OCTOBER      2001 A/T - Core Return Product Feedback Form
MAY              2001 Key/Key Number/Security Chip - Replacement
NOVEMBER   2000 Suspension - Chassis Lubrication Importance
JUNE             2000 ACDelco(R) Remanufactured Transmissions - Program Update
MAY              2000 Brake Fluid - Level & Filling Recommendations
MAY              2000 EVAP System - Service of Connectors
APRIL            2000 Warranty - GM Dealer Parts Procurement
JANUARY      2000 Air Bag (SIR) On-Off Switch Kits, New Parts and Service
JANUARY      2000 Child Restraint - Auxiliary Seat Belt
JANUARY      2000 Lap/Shoulder Belts - Dealer Installed Rear Kits
NOVEMBER   1999 IP Dimmer Control - Proper Setting
OCTOBER      1999 Cooling - Radiator Repair/Replacement Guidelines
SEPTEMBER 1999 Engine - AC Delco Remanufactured Engines
JUNE             1999 Warranty - OE Chrome Plated Aluminum Wheel ID
APRIL            1999 Instrument Panel - Upper Surface Reflection
MARCH         1999 Battery - Insulator Replacement & Caution
MARCH         1999 SIR - Operating Vehicle with Warning Light On
DECEMBER   1998 Warranty - Notice of Delayed Start Process
AUGUST        1998 Warranty - Parts Warranty Special Claims B and C
JUNE             1998 Cruise Control - (W/Electro Stepper Mtr.) Diagnostics
MAY              1998 Warranty - Request for Wholesale Authorization
MAY              1998 Warranty Inquiry System
APRIL            1998 Engine - Surface Conditioning Discs Precautions
MARCH         1998 Tools - Released for CS Generator Diagnosis
MARCH         1998 VIN Plate - Replacement Policy and Procedure
FEBRUARY   1998 Warranty - GM Dealer Empowerment Program
FEBRUARY   1998 Warranty - New Vehicle/Replacement Battery
JANUARY      1998 Airbags - Frontal (SIR) ON-Off Switch Kits, Parts/Procs
JANUARY      1998 Brakes - Rotor & Hub Flange Cleaning Tool Revision
JANUARY      1998 Suspension - Shock Absorber/Strut Replacement Guidlines
JANUARY      1998 Warranty - Enhanced Sublet Repair Policy
JANUARY      1998 Warranty - Repair/Replace Policies & Procedures
DECEMBER   1997 Engines - ACDelco Remanufactured
DECEMBER   1997 Parts Expediting - Reimbursement Policy
DECEMBER   1997 Warranty - Rail Dust Removal & Chemical Spotting Labor
NOVEMBER   1997 A/C - PureGuard 2 Operating Alert
NOVEMBER   1997 Labor - Revised Operation Z1241/Personal Property Damage
AUGUST        1997 A/T & M/T - AC Delco Remanufactured Transmissions
MAY              1997 Windshield - Two-Part Urethane Adhesive For Installation
APRIL            1997 A/C - Tool And Equipment Maintenance
APRIL            1997 Warranty - Required Claim Submission Procedures
FEBRUARY   1997 A/C - Systems With R12 Or R134a Service Issue
FEBRUARY   1997 Body - Sealer Tape For Collision Repairs
JANUARY      1997 A/C - Retrofitting R-12 to R-134a
JANUARY      1997 Compact Disc Players - CD Changer Loading Procedures
JANUARY      1997 Warranty - Repair and Claims Procedures
DECEMBER   1996 Warranty - Claim Processing
NOVEMBER   1996 A/C Compressor Seal Washer - Reference Chart
NOVEMBER   1996 Key Code - Information
SEPTEMBER 1996 Odometer/Speedometer - ACDelco Service Center Locations
JUNE             1996 Warranty - Goodwrench® Service Lifetime Service Guarantee
MAY              1996 A/C - R12 or R134a Service Recommendations
MAY              1996 Enhanced Emission Inspection Maintenance - Equipment
APRIL            1996 Headlamp Lens - Distortion Caused by Aiming Equipment
FEBRUARY   1996 Updated Battery Replacement Catalog Numbers
JANUARY      1996 Oxygen Sensor Test - Revised Tech 1 Mass Storage CD
DECEMBER   1995 Enhanced Emission I/M - Program Update
OCTOBER      1995 Daytime Running Lamp - Retrofit Kits
JULY             1995 Vehicle - AC Delco Locator Service, Electronics Exchange
JUNE             1995 Fuel - Reformulated/Oxygenated Gasolines
JUNE             1995 Vehicle - Use of a Diagnostic Worksheet
JUNE             1995 Warranty Information Network System - Stage 2
MAY              1995 Contaminated R12 Refrigerant - Testing & Handling
MAY              1995 GM Campaign Identification Label
APRIL            1995 Coolant - Information on Propylene Glycol Usage
MARCH         1995 A/T - Dexron® III Fluid Introduction
MARCH         1995 Tools - A/C Leak Detector Maintenance Kit Availability
FEBRUARY   1995 I/M Emissions Diagnostic Manual -Program
JANUARY      1995 A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
JANUARY      1995 I/M 240 Program - Equipment Purchase
JANUARY      1995 Warranty - Claims Processing
DECEMBER   1994 Brakes, Front - Pulsation Diagnosis, Correction, Repair
DECEMBER   1994 Enhanced IM240 Program - Implementation Plan
NOVEMBER   1994 Glass - Adhesive Caulking Kit Revisions
OCTOBER      1994 I/M 240 Repairs - Obtaining Technical Assistance
OCTOBER      1994 Leather Seat Covers - Cleaning Procedure
OCTOBER      1994 PROM/MEMCAL - Identification Marks
SEPTEMBER 1994 A/C Refrigerant - Contamination
SEPTEMBER 1994 Campaign - Product Bulletin Numbering System
AUGUST        1994 Parts - Expediting Procedures
JULY             1994 Electrical - New Nickel Tape Shields Harnesses
JULY             1994 Tires - Speed Rated Information
JULY             1994 Warranty - Corporate Parts Return Program
MAY              1994 Webasto Sunroof System - Information Hotline
APRIL            1994 Emission - Enhanced Inspection Maintenance Programs
MARCH         1994 P/S - Reduced Assist When Cold
FEBRUARY   1994 Anti-Lock Brake - Aftermarket Products Usage Precaution
FEBRUARY   1994 Warranty - Recycled Engine Coolant Policy
JANUARY      1994 A/C - Retrofitting R-12 Vehicles to R-134A
DECEMBER   1993 A/T - 200R4 Bind-Ups In Reverse/No Movement
DECEMBER   1993 A/T - 700R4, 2004R No Line Pressure Rise
DECEMBER   1993 Steering - System Bleed Procedures
OCTOBER      1993 Fuel - How Fuel Economy Is Determined
JULY             1993 A/T - 200/200C/200R4, 325/3254L, 700-R4 No 2nd Gear
JULY             1993 A/T - THM Late or No Upshifts
JULY             1993 Audio - Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Diagnosis/ID
JULY             1993 Wheels - Sealing Leaking Cast Aluminum
JUNE             1993 A/C - R-134A Refrigerant Information
JUNE             1993 A/T - Click/Whine In Third or Fourth Gear
JUNE             1993 A/T - Procedure If ATF is Antifreeze Contaminated
JUNE             1993 Tools - Introduction Of The Fuel Injector Tester
MAY              1993 Aluminum Wheels - Cosmetic Damage During Balancing
MAY              1993 Electrical Systems - Isolation Diode Replacement
MAY              1993 SIR Sensor - Revised Replacement Information
MAY              1993 Tires - Proper Mounting Procedures
MARCH         1993 Door Lock Cylinders - Binds, Sticks, Hard to Insert Keys
MARCH         1993 Tools - Revised Injector Tester
JANUARY      1993 Cruise Control - Drop Out/Fail to Set or Resume
OCTOBER      1992 Aluminum Wheels - Clear Coat Scuffed and Scratched
OCTOBER      1992 Engine - Miss, Hesitation, or Roughness
OCTOBER      1992 Engine - Miss, Hesitation, or Roughness
OCTOBER      1992 Vehicle - Effect of Fuel Volatility On Driveability
SEPTEMBER 1992 A/C - Use of Alternate Refrigerants to R-12
SEPTEMBER 1992 HVAC Blower Motor - Revised Replacement Parts
AUGUST        1992 Ignition - Precautions On Use of Spark Tester
JUNE             1992 A/C - Leak Test
JUNE             1992 Wheels (Steel) - Proper Changing Procedure
APRIL            1992 Brakes - Updated Tech 1 ABS Cartridge Exchange Program
MARCH         1992 Wheels (Aluminum) - Coated Balance Weight Usage
JANUARY      1992 Warranty - Tire Company Warranty Assistance Programs
NOVEMBER   1991 A/C - Compressor, New Sealing Washers
NOVEMBER   1991 A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
OCTOBER      1991 A/T - New Transaxle Fluid
OCTOBER      1991 Battery - May Run Down Generator High or No Output
SEPTEMBER 1991 Electrical - Detecting Intermittent Problems
AUGUST        1991 A/T - 4L60 Slipping or No 3rd/4th Gear
AUGUST        1991 A/T - 4L60 Stuck In First Gear
AUGUST        1991 A/T - Evaluating Peened Spacer Plates
AUGUST        1991 Body - Diagnosis and Correction for Wind Noise
AUGUST        1991 Cellular - Telephone Service Program
AUGUST        1991 ECM/PCM - Damaged and/or Mis-Diagnosed
AUGUST        1991 Engine - Oil Economy Information
AUGUST        1991 Seat Belts - New Restraint System Service Information
JULY             1991 A/T - 200R4 Valve Body Assembly Inspection
JUNE             1991 Battery/Charging System - No Start Condition
JUNE             1991 Paint - HVLP Application Information
MAY              1991 ECM/PCM - Circuit Board Damage Prevention
APRIL            1991 A/T - 4L60 Binding or Inoperative In Reverse
APRIL            1991 A/T - Diagnosing Converter Lock-Up Problems
APRIL            1991 Instrument Panel - Surface Cleaning
MARCH         1991 A/C - Refrigerant Loss Prevention
FEBRUARY   1991 A/T - 3T40/125C New Roller Clutch
FEBRUARY   1991 A/T - New Low and Reverse Clutch Wave Plate
FEBRUARY   1991 Multec Fuel Injectors - Cleaning Information
FEBRUARY   1991 Power Steering - Reduced Assist At Low Temperatures
DECEMBER   1990 Brakes - Recommended Service Procedures
NOVEMBER   1990 Wiper Blades - Chatter on Windshield
OCTOBER      1990 A/C - Odors On Hot/Humid Start Up
OCTOBER      1990 A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
SEPTEMBER 1990 A/T - Torque Converter Identification
AUGUST        1990 Accessories (Aftermarket) - Installation Guidelines
AUGUST        1990 Aluminum Wheel - Coated Wheel Weights
AUGUST        1990 Emission Systems - State Testing Information
JULY             1990 A/T - 200, 325, 2004R, 3254L GM Servos
JUNE             1990 A/T - Replacement Program Introduction
JUNE             1990 Tools - Use of Non OE Brake Lathe Cutting Tips
MAY              1990 Paint - Alternative Stripping Procedures
APRIL            1990 A/C - Charging Capacities Chart
APRIL            1990 Engine Controls - MAP Chart, DTC`s 33, 34 ,63 ,64
MARCH         1990 Battery - Revised Parasitic Drain Ampmeter Connection
MARCH         1990 Engine - Installation of 75 mm Oil Filter
MARCH         1990 M/T - Borg Warner 5-Speed Exchange Program
FEBRUARY   1990 A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
FEBRUARY   1990 A/T - Revised Rear Case Bushing Procedure & Tool
NOVEMBER   1989 A/T - 200R4 Delayed Neutral To Reverse Engagement
NOVEMBER   1989 Carpet - Loose on Side Wall Trim Pads
OCTOBER      1989 A/T - Math Part II
OCTOBER      1989 Fuel - Use of MTBE At 15% or Less In Gasolines
SEPTEMBER 1989 A/C Compressor Oval O-Ring - Seal
SEPTEMBER 1989 A/T - 4L60/THM 700R4 200R4 Fluid Filter Seal
SEPTEMBER 1989 A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs
SEPTEMBER 1989 Cooling System - Reconstituted Anti-Freeze
SEPTEMBER 1989 ECM - Packard 32-Way Connector Identification
AUGUST        1989 A/C - CFC Reduction & Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling
AUGUST        1989 A/T - Delayed Neutral to Reverse Engagement
AUGUST        1989 A/T - Harsh Park or Neutral to Reverse Engagement
AUGUST        1989 A/T - Manual Update, Checking ATF Color, Odor & Level
AUGUST        1989 A/T - Math Formulas Part I
AUGUST        1989 A/T - New Spacer Plate Identification Tab
AUGUST        1989 ECM - Packard 32 Way Connector Identification
JULY             1989 Cruise Control - Incorrect Resume Operation
JULY             1989 Engine - Head Bolt Torque Clarified/Updated
JUNE             1989 A/T - New Procedure for R&R of Gear Washers & Sun Gear
JUNE             1989 A/T - Proper Usage of Spacer Plate Gaskets, Overhaul Kit
JUNE             1989 Instruments - Tailgate Ajar Light ON Intermittently
JUNE             1989 Paint - Diagnosis & Repair For Chipping
JUNE             1989 Seats - Protruding Springs
APRIL            1989 Brakes - Drag Condition, Adjustment of Brake Switch
APRIL            1989 P/S - Proper Fluid Usage, Not ATF
MARCH         1989 A/T - Modified Case 2nd, 3rd, 4th Clutch Pressure Taps
FEBRUARY   1989 A/T - 700R4/2004R Fluid Filter Seal Correction
FEBRUARY   1989 A/T - 700R4/200-4R New Fluid Filter Seal
FEBRUARY   1989 A/T - Delayed Drive Engagement Concern
FEBRUARY   1989 A/T - Pump Body/Fluid Leaks At Front Seal
FEBRUARY   1989 Battery - High Charger Setting to Recharge
JANUARY      1989 A/T - New Control Valve, Elimination of TCC Bore
JANUARY      1989 Brakes - On-Car Rotor Turning Tool
JANUARY      1989 Brakes - Pulsation & On Car Rotor Turning
JANUARY      1989 Fuel - Pump Replacement Caution, Strainer
JANUARY      1989 Wheels - Cast Aluminum Wheel Porosity Repairs
DECEMBER   1988 Warranty - 6/60 Powertrain Coverage Transfers
DECEMBER   1988 Warranty - Engine Coolant Substitute Caution
NOVEMBER   1988 A/T - THM 2004R 700R4 TCC Stalls Engine In Drive/Reverse
NOVEMBER   1988 Battery - Diagnosis and Charging
NOVEMBER   1988 Fuel - Feed/Return Pipe Repair Precautions
OCTOBER      1988 A/C - System Description & Diagnostic Procedure
OCTOBER      1988 Brakes - Restricted Brake Fluid Passage Diagnosis
OCTOBER      1988 Cooling System - Leak Diagnostic Procedure
SEPTEMBER 1988 Alignment - The Importance of Four Wheel Alignment
SEPTEMBER 1988 Brakes - Guidelines Concerning Noise
SEPTEMBER 1988 Engine Controls - Static Electrical Damage Precaution
SEPTEMBER 1988 Policy - Assembly Plant Information Requests DPTV
AUGUST        1988 Differential - Revised Setting of Rear Axle Pinion Depth
AUGUST        1988 Warranty - Damage Notations On Carrier Delivery Receipts
AUGUST        1988 Warranty - Owner Reimbursement Processing
AUGUST        1988 Warranty - Proper Diagnostics and Part Replacement
JULY             1988 A/T - Sprag Rotation
JULY             1988 A/T - THM Steel Clutch Piston Inspection
JULY             1988 Brakes - Pulsations and Rotor Surface Refinish
JULY             1988 Sun Visor - Loose and Will Not Hold Position
JUNE             1988 Electrical - Connector Mislabeled
JUNE             1988 Engine Controls - Intermittent Connection to the ECM
JUNE             1988 Engine Controls - Updated Rough/Unstable Idle Chart
JUNE             1988 Paint - Protective Exterior Barrier Coating
JUNE             1988 Wheels - Installation of Aftermarket Styled Wheels
MAY              1988 A/C - Odor
MAY              1988 Radio - Power Antenna Will Not Retract
APRIL            1988 A/T - Erratic or No Upshift (Governor Drive Gear)
APRIL            1988 A/T - Step Added to Pump Bushing Bore/New Bushing Tool
MARCH         1988 A/T - No 2-1 Gear Coastdown Shift When Cold
MARCH         1988 A/T - No Upshift/Governor Contamination
MARCH         1988 Exhaust - Importance of Heat Shields
MARCH         1988 Warranty - Owner Reimbursements
FEBRUARY   1988 A/C - O-Ring Identification Chart
FEBRUARY   1988 A/T - Checking Pressure Switches For Leaks
FEBRUARY   1988 Engine - Roughness (Pierced Secondary Ignition)
FEBRUARY   1988 Headlamps - Moisture Found In Housing
FEBRUARY   1988 Warranty - Crediting End of Month Accounting
JANUARY      1988 Body - Paint Code Information
JANUARY      1988 Paint - Assembly Plant Identification
JANUARY      1988 Paint - Minor Paint Imperfection
JANUARY      1988 Tires - Effects of Pressure
DECEMBER   1987 Engine Controls - Damage to Electrical Terminals
DECEMBER   1987 Paint - Polishing Basecoat Clearcoat Exterior Finishes
DECEMBER   1987 Warranty - Claims Processing Tips
DECEMBER   1987 Warranty - Overlap of Predelivery Operation Z7000
NOVEMBER   1987 A/C - Delayed Cooling After Engine Start Up
NOVEMBER   1987 Battery - Storage/Testing/Diagnostics/Charging
NOVEMBER   1987 Tires - Dealer Responsibilities
OCTOBER      1987 Warranty - Claim Deductible On Special Policies
SEPTEMBER 1987 A/T - Front Bushing Wear
SEPTEMBER 1987 Engine Controls - ECM May Contain Wrong PROM
SEPTEMBER 1987 Fuel - Normal Pump Run-On
AUGUST        1987 A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings
JULY             1987 A/T - Proper Fluid Level Checking Procedure
JUNE             1987 A/T - Methods to Check for Restricted Exhaust
JUNE             1987 Vehicle - Past Model Warranty Claims Processing
MAY              1987 87WA8 - 05/01/87
DECEMBER   1986 A/T - 200/2004R, 325/3254L Harsh or Soft 2-3 Shift
NOVEMBER   1986 A/T - 2004R/700R4 Oil Pump & Slide Service
JULY             1986 A/T - 2004R/200C, 325 Soft 1-2 Shift
JUNE             1986 A/T - 200 4R & 700 R4 Pump Failure
MAY              1986 A/T - 125, 200C/200 4R, 700 R4 Hidden Residue Build Up
MARCH         1986 A/T - Converter Clutch Shudder
FEBRUARY   1986 A/T - 2004R & 700R4 Pump Break Up
JANUARY      1986 A/T - Rapid Converter Pump Bushing Wear
JANUARY      1986 A/T - Sticking Throttle Valves
JANUARY      1985 A/T - No Converter Clutch Apply When Unit Is Hot
FEBRUARY   1981 Oxygen Sensors - Silica Contamination


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