Alfa 164 Technical Service Bulletins

These TSBs have been issued by ARDONA.

The full text of these TSBs is available on the Cardisc CD-ROMs.

00.90.01: 164 P.D.I. Video Tape - available
00.90.04: Transmission Fluid Type - use Dextron II in B & L 5-speed and auto
00.90.05: License Plate Hardware - provided in PDI kit. Size is MSPP 10-24x25
00.90.06: Safety Precautions - use post jack on front when removing rear components.
00.90.09: Airbag Warning Light - fault code extraction procedure
00.90.10: Oil Consumption - 1 qt per 750 miles is OK.
00.90.11: Owner Publications - list of PDI kit contents, owner publications
00.90.12: Calculating Valve Shim Size - worksheet, procedure
00.90.13: Poly-V Drive Belts - 30K change interval
00.90.14: Water Pump, A/C Belt Replacement and Adjustment Procedure
00.91.01: Timing Belt Replacement - 50K service interval
00.91.02: Autoforce Tester - knob replacement
00.91.03: T.D.C Marks on 3.0L V6 - two methods for locating
00.91.05: Airbag Test Device - Instructions
00.93.01: 1994 164 24 valve. Ignition & Shifter Safety Locks
00.94.01: 1994 24V 164 Only. Marelli Tester Cartridge Identification
00.94.05: 91-94 164. long reach - close clearance offset screwdriver and special bit available.
00.94.06: 91-94 164. Special tool - racheting offset screwdriver.
00.94.08: New Publication - 1995 164. Workshop manuals available.
01.92.01: Valve Seal Removal Tool - modify Snap-On #SBP2
01.92.02: Aux Drive Gear Sets - distributor drive must be replaced in sets.
01.93.02: 94 164 24V engines. 24V Crankshaft Nut Socket. Superseded by 01.93.07
01.93.03: New Style V-6 Tensioner Modification
01.93.04: New Style V-6 Tensioner Adjustment
01.93.06: All 94 24V 164 models. Belt Tensioning Tool Calibration. Superseded by 01.94.06 and 01.94.08.
01.93.07: 94 164 24V. 24V Crankshaft Nut Socket. Use Wurth p/n 71514141 socket to remove the crankshaft pulley.
01.93.08: All 12V 6Cyl engines. New Tensioner + New Belt. When replacing tensioner, replace belt also.
01.93.09: 94 164 24V engines. New Accessory Drive Belt. New belt which prevents squealing.
01.93.10: 94 164 24V models. Timing Belt Tensioner Tool. Tool can be fabricated from 1/16" welding rod.
01.94.01: All Alfa Romeo Engines. Valve Shim Supersession. 4 cyl valve shims can be used in all engines.
01.94.02: 91-94 164 models. T.D.C Mark On Flywheel
01.94.04: All 164. Publication Correction for T.D.C. Mark.
01.94.05: All 24V engines. Checking Timing Belt Tension. The procedure in the manual has changed.
01.94.06: All 24V engines. Adjusting Timing Belt Tension. The procedure in the manual has changed.
01.94.07: All 24V engines. Checking & Adjusting Cam Timing. The procedure in the manual has changed.
01.94.08: All 24V engines. Replacing the Poly-V Belt. The procedure in the manual has changed.
01.95.01: 94-95 164 24V engines. Degree Torque Tool for torquing Cly Head Retaining Nuts on 24 valve engines is now available.
01.96.01: 91-93 164 12V models. Timing Belt Inspection.
01.97.01: 94-95 164 24V Engines. 24V Timing Belt Campaign
01.97.02: 94-95 164 24V Engines. 24V Timing Belt Campaign Information
04.90.01: Replacing Lambda Sensors / 1224 Code - check for moisture in connector
04.90.03: Diagnosing a 1223 Code - Motronic 4.1
04.90.04: Cruise Control Tester - available
04.91.01: Cruise Control Actuators - inspect before replacing ECU
04.92.02: Motronic Coolant Temp Sensor - check wire & connector if rough idle or 1214 code
04.94.01: All 164 Models. Engine No Start - No Codes. Waterproofing the Engine Coolant Temperature sensor.
04.96.01: 91-93 164 12V Models. Fuel Filler Hose RECALL #96V-140.
#009/96: 91-93 164 Models. 164 Timing Belt Campaign. White dot should be used to indicate work was done.
04.95.01: All 164 Models. Sub-Zero Breather Kit.
05.90.01: Interstate Batteries - use vent hose adapter
05.90.02: Jump Starting Precautions - remove key before connecting cables
05.90.03: Battery Hold Down Modification - procedure and template (for Interstate battery)
05.91.01: Batteries for 164 - Can use Delco P/N 1151, modify bracket
05.91.02: Jump Starting Procedure
05.92.01: Spark Plug Cleaning / Replacement - cleaning recommended, part numbers
05.93.01: 164 T. Spark. New Spark Plugs.
07.90.01: Coolant Leak - early 164s had bad clamp on water pump
07.93.01: All Models. Cooling system seepage. Use coolant additive if seepage around hose connections.
07.94.02: 91-94 164. New Low Speed Cooling Fan Resistor.
07.96.01: All 6 Cyl Engines. Newly Designed water pump gasket. Prevents oil from getting on the timing belt.
12.91.01: Special Tool - for removal of 164S throw-out bearing (1821215000)
13.94.01: 94 164 24V manual transmissions. 5 spd Reverse Lockout Cable Noise. Add dampening weight to the cable.
16.90.01: Auto Transmission Refill Capacity - 5 qt
16.91.01: Auto Trans Kickdown Cable Adjustment - new procedure
21.91.02: Special Tools - 164S Suspension sensor calibration
21.94.03: 164 Models. Wheel Hub Tightening torques and angles.
21.94.01: 91-95 164 All. Alignment Specifications.
22.91.01: Brake Noise - is normal
22.93.02: 91-93 164L & 164S. ABS ECU Ground (G202). Check during service.
23.90.01: Steering Rack Variations - B/L 5sp, B/L auto and S are all different
23.94.09: 164 All. Steering Box bolt torque change (48-52 Nm).
23.94.01: 94-95 24V 164. Power Steering Pump Noise. New pump has white dot on the nose of the pump shaft.
25.91.02: Rear Suspension Crossmembers - don't use to tie down or tow car
28.94.01: All 164 Models. Inner fender gravel-shields. Do not modify.
40.90.02: Fuse Installation During P.D.I - in PDI kit
40.90.03: Third Brake Light Removal &. Installation - procedure
40.90.05: Radio Tuning Mode - set to USA mode
40.91.01: Combination Switch Replacement Procedure
40.91.02: All 164 Models (91-92). Seat Motor Modification Instructions.
40.92.02: New Style Seat Motors - '92 model
40.92.03: Key Buzzer - diode may be missing
40.93.01: 164S MY 91-93. Wiring Diag Corrections - 164S Suspension.
40.93.02: All 164 Models 91-93. Wiring Harness Id Lists.
40.94.01: 91-93 164 All. Diagnosing Cruise Control. Errata.
40.94.02: 94 Electrical Diag manual. Door Lock Control ECU. Pin numbers wrong in manual.
40.94.04: 164 Super, QV, V6 C.M., V6 C.A, 4x4 (164K1C). Roof Light with Receiver for Vehicle Alarm System Remote Control Transmitter.
40.95.01: 95 164 Models. 1995 164 Alarm System. System is different than 94 models.
40.95.02: 91-93 164 Models. Alarm Transmitter Coding.
40.95.03: 164 with Alfa Romeo Code. Transponder Transfer Procedure
43.91.01: Alarm Transmitter - adjustment of range
43.91.02: A/C ECU Light Bulb Replacement
44.92.01: Front Electric Seat Switches - mid-91 change of switch p/n to prevent accidental activation
45.94.02: 91-93 164. Airbag System Maintenance. Check functioning of lights.
45.94.01: 91-93 164. Air Bag Maintenance. Every 2 years.
45.93.05: 91-93 164. Air Bag Publication Corrections. Wiring diagram errata.
45.93.04: 91-93 164. Air Bag Fault code 51. Keep ECU grounded.
45.93.03: 91-93 164. Airbag Intermittent Problem Diagnosing.
45.93.02: 91-93 164. Airbag Self Diagnoses.
45.93.01: 91-93 164. Airbag Warning Light Fault Display. Two styles of airbag ECUs.
49.93.01: 90-94 Models. Paint Color Codes.
55.94.06: All Models. Perfumed Plate. Give your car that new car smell.
55.94.09: 164 Super, QV (164H1), V6 C.M. (164H1A), V6 C.A. (164H1B). Wing Mirror removal and installation procedure.
Accessories.: Various 164 models. Tow bar part numbers and installation instructions.
60.90.01: Drips and Runs in Paint / PDI detail - don't wax black mirrors
66.91.01: Seat Belt Operation - self locking
66.92.01: Glove Box Removal and Repair Procedure - special tools
66.94.04: 164 Models. Glovebox lock. New bracket.
66.94.01: 91-93 164 All. Dashboard Removal and Repair.
75.90.02: Trim Glue Kit Instructions - for windshield install
75.90.03: Front/Rear Windshield Replacement - kits available
75.90.04: Rear Windshield Replacement Instructions
75.90.05: Windshield Gasket Templates - available
80.94.12: 164 All. Antifrost thermostat. New gold contacts.
80.94.01: A/C Distribution Drum Reinforcing Ring
80.93.02: 91-93 164 Models. Stepper Motor Replacement Video written instructions.

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