Annual TSB Update For TDR Members

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[RAW]To an outsider it would appear that each issue of the TDR has a different problem du jour. We could go back and chronicle the various problems, but that&#8217;s the reason for the phenomenal index that was supplied by Bob Vallier and published in previous Issues: 57, 53, 49 and 45. Prior to Bob&#8217;s summaries, indexes in Issues 41, 37, 33, 29, 25, 21, and 17 were compiled by Clay Maxam. We are indebted to Bob and Clay for their many hours of research. <br/><br/>Although some will dwell on the problems, the majority of TDR members take the initiative to solve/correct anticipate/prepare for a future situation. That&#8217;s what the TDR is all about! <br/><br/>Surprisingly, there have been comments by those unfamiliar with the truck (a prospective buyer of either a new or used truck, or a visitor on the internet or at the truck show) that &#8220;the Turbo Diesel certainly has its share of problems.&#8221; To them, no doubt, the grass looks greener on the other side. However, thanks to the TDR membership group and the support from Chrysler and Cummins, we are equipped with answers and solutions, rather than the dismay and isolation that would exist without a support group. <br/><br/>With that brief introduction out of the way, Issue 58 includes&nbsp;our yearly review of Dodge Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) issued to date (8/2007).&nbsp;<br/><br/>Previously, Dodge vehicle TSBs were published in CD format and were available for purchase in July/August. As a service to the members we would purchase the TSB directory and then search through the CD to isolate only those bulletins relating to the Turbo Diesel truck. <br/><br/>The TSB directory is no longer available. However, the service that replaces it is an improvement. Armed with your truck&#8217;s vehicle identification number (VIN) and a credit card you can log on to <br/>www.techauthority.com and, for $20.00, you can view/print all of the TSBs that apply to your vehicle. <br/><br/>Using several VINs from years 2003 to 2007.5 we downloaded the TSBs and have summarized the subject, the description of the problem, and the corrective action. Should you need the entire text, you should consult your dealer or use the www.techauthority.com web site to purchase the bulletin(s) pertaining to your truck. See page 102 for further information on TechAuthority. <br/><br/>In an effort to consolidate the TSBs for the magazine, we use the same index system categories as Chrysler. Below are the index categories. <br/><br/>02 Front Suspension <br/>03 Axle/Driveline <br/>05 Brakes <br/>06 Clutch <br/>07 Cooling <br/>08 Electrical <br/>09 Engine <br/>11 Exhaust <br/>13 Frame & Bumpers <br/>14 Fuel <br/>16 Propeller Shafts and U-Joints <br/>18 Vehicle Performance <br/>19 Steering <br/>21 Transmission <br/>22 Wheels & Tires <br/>23 Body <br/>24 Air Conditioning <br/>26 Miscellaneous <br/><br/>A note concerning the TSBs and their use: The bulletins are intended to provide dealers with the latest repair information. Often the TSB is specific to the VIN. VIN data on the Chrysler service network helps the dealer in his service efforts. A TSB is not an implied warranty. <br/>[/RAW]