What term refers to a manufacturer's technical document that assists in repairing common failures?

A Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) is a document issued by a manufacturer to inform technicians of specific issues, repairs, or maintenance procedures related to a particular vehicle model. TSBs are intended to assist automotive professionals by providing detailed information about known problems, innovative repair techniques, or guidelines for addressing common failures. They can include instructions on diagnostic procedures, parts changes, or other relevant repair techniques based on feedback from the field.

In contrast, an owner's manual is a guide intended for vehicle owners, detailing general features, operation instructions, and maintenance schedules, but it does not focus on addressing specific technical failures. A repair guide may provide general instructions but lacks the targeted information that a TSB offers. Finally, a maintenance schedule outlines the recommended service intervals and tasks necessary to keep a vehicle in good working order, rather than addressing specific failure-related repairs.