1957, 1958, and 1959 Imperial & Chrysler Service Bulletins

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Below is a list of the 1957, 1958, and 1959 Chrysler and Imperial - Factory Service Bulletins.
Like a mini-recall list - These Bulletins begin in late 1957 and address problems and issues that appear with the 1957, 1958, and 1959 model years.

Most of these apply to Imperial, but many apply to ALL Chryslers and some to other specific models.
Some are year specific and others will cover more than one year or model.

Simply click on the Thumbnail picture of the bulletin you would like to view.

 

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************************************************************************************************************ 58-6 Oct. 31, 1957 BODY - Front Seat Guide Spacer Applies to All 1958 Chrysler and Imperial with Manual Seat Control

************************************************************************************************************ 58-7 Oct. 31, 1957 BODY - Body Sealing Manual Applies to 1957 and 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Convertible and Town and Country Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-9 Dec. 5, 1957 BODY - Instrument Panel Crash Pad Replacement All 1957 and 1958 Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-10 Nov. 18, 1957 BODY - Rear Deck Lid and Lock All 1957 Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-11 Nov. 14, 1957 TRANSMISSION - TorqueFlite Transmission Front and Rear Pump Check Valve All 1957 Chrysler and Imperial TorqueFlite Transmission Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-12 Nov. 29, 1957 BRAKES - Brake Pull, Brake Fade or Loss of Pedal Applies to All 1957 Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-13 Nov. 27, 1957 ELECTRICAL - Electric Door Locks All 1958 Imperials Equipped with Electric Door Locks

************************************************************************************************************ 58-14 Dec. 12, 1957 ENGINE - Engine Oil Pan or Gasket Replacement All 1958 Chrysler LC 1 Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-15 Dec. 26, 1957 TRANSMISSION - TorqueFlite Rear Clutch Clearance All 1957 Chrysler and Imperial TorqueFlite Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-16 Nov. 21, 1957 BODY - Correction of Windshield and Rear Window Noise and Water Leakage All 1957 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-18 Dec. 22, 1957 REAR AXLE - Sure-Grip Differential All 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Equipped with Sure-Grip Differential Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-19 Nov. 29, 1957 ACCESSORIES - Radio Service All 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-40 Feb.27, 1958 CARBURETOR - Possible Poor Performance Due to Lean Mixture - (Stumble on Acceleration After Engine is Warm) All 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-58 May 22, 1958 ELECTRICAL - Aiming The Dual Headlamp All 1957 and 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Dual Headlamp Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-68 no date TRANSMISSION - Torque-Flite Transmission Claims All Chrysler and Imperial Torque-Flight Transmission Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-74 July 31, 1958 TRANSMISSION - Converter and Coupling Sleeve All 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Torque-Flight Transmission Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-75 August 27, 1958 AUTO PILOT SERVICE PARTS All 1958 Chrysler and Imperial with Auto Pilot

************************************************************************************************************ 58-76 Sept. 4, 1958 FUEL - Fuel Filter Element All 1957 and 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-77 Sept. 4, 1958 ELECTRICAL - Speedometer Removal and Installation All 1957 and 1958 Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-78 Oct. 9, 1958 FUEL - Fuel Pressure Regulators - Not Necessary All Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-79 Sept. 11, 1958 BODY - Lubrication of Body Hardware All 1957 and 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-80 Oct. 9, 1958 ELECTRICAL - Distributor Cap Retaining Clips and Brackets All 1957 and 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-81 Oct. 10, 1958 ELECTRICAL - Distributor Rotor Breakage All 1957 and 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 58-82 Oct. 10, 1958 AIR CONDITIONING - Fooler Element Location All 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Air-Conditioning Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-2 Sept. 24, 1958 STANDARD COLORS - 1959 Chrysler and Imperial All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial MC-1, MC-2, MC-3, and MY-1 Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-3 Oct. 9, 1958 TRANSMISSION - Fluid Level Indicator Dipstick Marking All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Torque-Flite Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-4 Oct. 9, 1958 ELECTRICAL - Resistance Type Spark Plug Cable All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-5 Oct. 9, 1958 ELECTRICAL - Generator Pulley Replacement All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-6 Oct. 9, 1958 MISCELLANEOUS - 1959 Model Identification Numbers All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-21 Dec. 24, 1958 ACCESSORIES - Correction of Auto-Pilot not Holding Regulated Speed All 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Auto-Pilot Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-22 Dec. 18, 1958 STEERING - Lumpy Feeling in Power Steering All 1958 and 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Constant Control Power Steering Equipped

************************************************************************************************************ 59-23 Dec. 29, 1958 BODY - Manual Seat Guide Assemblies All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Manual Seat Adjustment Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-26 Jan. 9, 1959 BODY - Swivel Seat Diagnosis and Corrective Measures All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Swivel Seat Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-28 Jan. 8, 1959 BODY - 3B Body Mount All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Four-Door Hardtop Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-29 Jan. 16, 1959 BODY - Imperial Landau Textured Finish All 1959 Imperial and Chrysler Town and Country with Imperial Landau Finish

************************************************************************************************************ 59-30 Jan. 21, 1959 TRANSMISSION - Transmission Tune-up All Chrysler and Imperial PowerFlite and Torque-Flite Transmission Equipped

************************************************************************************************************ 59-31 Jan. 21, 1959 REAR AXLE - Rear Axle Ratios All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-32 Feb. 12, 1959 TRANSMISSION - Torque-Flite Kickdown Band Adjusting Adapter C-3705 All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Torque-Flite Transmission Equipped

************************************************************************************************************ 59-33 Jan. 29, 1959 MISCELLANEOUS - Data and Specfications All 1959 Chrysler 300-E Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-34 Jan. 21, 1959 MISCELLANEOUS - Return of Parts Replaced on 1959 Models All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-36 Feb. 12, 1959 ENGINE - Loss of Oil Pressure All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-37 Feb. 12, 1959 ACCESSORIES - Electric Clock Warranty All 1958 and 1959 Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-38 Feb. 13, 1959 WHEELS - 15 Inch Wheels All 1959 Imperial Models After Serial Numbers Listed

************************************************************************************************************ 59-39 Feb. 19, 1959 FUEL - Engine Stalling After Cold Start All 1959 Chrysler New Yorker (MC3), Saratoga (MC2), and Imperial (MY1) Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-40 Mar. 5, 1959 BODY - Six-Way Power Seat Hinge Guard All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Six-Way Power Seat Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-41 Feb. 19, 1959 EXHAUST - Muffler Support Clamp All 1959 Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-42 Feb. 26, 1959 LUBRICATION - NO Lubrication of Rubber Bushings All Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-43 Mar. 1, 1959 MISCELLANEOUS - Service Policies and Procedures All Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-44 Feb. 26, 1959 ACCESSORIES - Instant Heater Thermostat All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Instant Heater Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-46 Feb. 26, 1959 STEERING - Power Steering Adjustments All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Power Steering Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-47 Feb. 26, 1959 CARBURETOR - Possible Poor Performance Due to Lean Mixture All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-48 Mar. 5, 1959 AIR-CONDITIONING - Blower Motor All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Air-Conditioning Equipped Models up to Serial Numbers Listed

************************************************************************************************************ 59-49 Mar. 1, 1959 BRAKES - Three Platform Total-Contact Brakes All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models After Serial Numbers Listed

************************************************************************************************************ 59-50 Mar. 5, 1959 EXHAUST - Resonance or Period All 1959 Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-51 Mar. 26, 1959 REAR AXLE - Sure-Grip Differential Case Bolts All 1958 Chrysler and Imperial Sure-Grip Rear-Axle Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-52 Mar. 5, 1959 ENGINE - Thermostat Marking All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-53 Mar. 26, 1959 COOLING - Thumping Noise in the Cooling System All Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-54 Mar. 26, 1959 LUBRICATION - Wheel Bearings All Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-55 Mar. 26, 1959 BODY - Roof Rail Weatherstrip All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Four-Door Hardtop Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-56 Apr. 9, 1959 TRANSMISSION - Torque-Flite Transmission Adjustments All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Torque-Flite Transmission Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-57 Mar. 31, 1959 ACCESSORIES - Instant Heat Conditionaire All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Instant Heat Conditionaire Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-58 Apr. 16, 1959 BRAKES - Three Platform Total-Contact Brakes - Update All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-59 Apr. 15, 1959 TRANSMISSION - Flushing of the Torque Converter All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Torque-Flite Transmission Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-60 Apr. 15, 1959 STEERING - Constant Control Power Steering All 1958 and 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Constant Control Power Steering Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-69 May 6, 1959 ACCESSORIES - Servicing the Electric Antenna All 1957, 1958, and 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Electric Antenna Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-71 May 21, 1959 MISCELLANEOUS - Warranty Service for Vehicles Purchased by the Federal Government All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-72 May 20, 1959 ENGINE - Oil Pump All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-73 May 20, 1959 SUSPENSION - True-Level Torsion-Aire Suspension Compressor All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial True-Level Torsion-Aire Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-74 May 28, 1959 TRANSMISSION - Automatic Transmission Fluid All Chrysler and Imperial Powerflite and Torqueflite Transmission Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-75 June 4, 1959 ELECTRICAL - Starting Motor Drive Unit Lubrication and Corrosion Protection All Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-76 June 4, 1959 AIR-CONDITIONING - Compressor All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Air-Conditioning Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-78 June 17, 1959 COOLING - Anti-Freeze and Cooling System Protection All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-79 June 17, 1959 COOLING - Anti-Freeze for Production Cars All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-81 June 18, 1959 TRANSMISSION - Torque Converter Control Valve All Chrysler and Imperial Torque-Flite Transmission Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-82 June 24, 1959 REAR AXLE - Rear Axle to Frame Strut Noise All 1957, 1958, and 1959 Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-83 June 24, 1959 TRANSMISSION - Ratcheting Noise During 2-3 Upshift All Chrysler and Imperial Torque-Flite Transmission Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-85 July 16, 1959 BRAKES - Parking Brakes Release Handle to Mirror Knob Interference All 1959 Chrysler and Imperials Built Prior to Jan. 13, 1959

************************************************************************************************************ 59-86 June 24, 1959 ELECTRICAL - Electric Clock Replacement All 1959 Imperials

************************************************************************************************************ 59-87 July 16, 1959 STEERING - Manual Steering Mounting Change All 1959 Chrysler Windsor (MC1)

************************************************************************************************************ 59-88 July 16, 1959 ACCESSORIES - Headlight Automatic Beam Changer Construction, Operation, Diagnosis, and Servicing All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Automatic Beam Changer Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-89 July 16, 1959 TRANSMISSION - New Torque-Flite Transmission With One Piece Valve Body All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Torque-Flite Transmission Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-90 July 23, 1959 MISCELLANEOUS - Oil Seal Replacement All 1959 and 1960 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-91 July 23, 1959 STEERING - Power Steering Fluid All Chrysler and Imperial Power Steering Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-92 August 13, 1959 BRAKES - Brake Shoe Lining Identification Late 1959 Chrysler Saratoga and New Yorker Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-94 August 27, 1959 BODY - Servicing Door Locks and Linkages All 1957, 1958, and 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-95 August 27, 1959 BODY - Plastic Protector Cover for Convertible Tops All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-96 Sept. 4, 1959 CARBURETOR - Air Cleaner Filter Service All 1957, 1958, and 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-97 Sept. 3, 1959 ACCESSORIES - Inside Rear View Mirrors All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-100 September 24, 1959 ENGINE - Rocker Shaft Identification All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-101 October 29, 1959 INTERIOR - SEATS - Suggested Time Schedule for Seat Cushions and Back Covers All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-102 October 29, 1959 AIR-CONDITIONING - Compressor Belt Rumble All 1959 Chrysler Saratoga, New Yorker, and Imperial Air-Conditioning Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-103 October 29, 1959 AIR-CONDITIONING - Air Conditioning Fuse Failure All 1959 Chrysler and Imperial Air-Conditioning Equipped Models

************************************************************************************************************ 59-104 November 5, 1959 BRAKES - Brake Shoe and Lining Assemblies All 1957, 1958, and 1959 Chrysler Models

************************************************************************************************************ 1959 TORSION-AIRE SUSPENSION SPECS - Specifications for Front Wheel Alignment All 1959 Torsion-Aire Equipped Models

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