1987 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Recalls (6)

Campaign:
86V142000 on 10/26/1986
Component:
Electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Manufactured:
07/31/1986 - 08/31/1986
Affected:
19,811
Defect:
Wiring harness in the engine compartment may be misrouted and subject to damage. consequence of defect: a short circuit could occur (during use or when parked) which could result in a vehicle fire.
Correction:
Properly route wiring harnesses, as necessary.
Notes:
System: electrical/wiring harness.vehicle description: passenger cars.
Campaign:
87V012000 on 02/12/1987
Component:
Steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting
Manufactured:
11/30/1986 - 12/31/1986
Affected:
29,600
Defect:
Steering centerlinks may break at a bend location.
Consequence:
Steering control would be diminished, with reducedcontrol of left wheel only and considerable steering wheel free play.
Correction:
Replace steering centerlink.
Notes:
System: stering centerlinks.vehicle description: passenger vehicles with 5.0 liter engines.
Campaign:
87V018000 on 03/01/1987
Component:
Steering:linkages:arm:idler and attachment
Manufactured:
12/31/1986 - 12/31/1986
Affected:
1,200
Consequence:
Driver would experience a clunking noise on turns and aloose feeling in the steering wheel; steering control would be maintained.
Correction:
Replace idler arm assembly.
Notes:
System: idler arm brackets.vehicle description: passenger cars.descriptionof defect: idler arm brackets may fracture at the threaded shaftsdue to improper heat treatment.
Campaign:
87V139000 on 09/08/1987
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
06/30/1985 - 07/31/1987
Affected:
3,600,000
Defect:
Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.
Consequence:
Coupling could disengage due to fuel pressure,vibration, and engine movements; this would cause loss of fuel which, inpresence of an ignition source, creates a fire risk.
Correction:
Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.
Notes:
System: fuel line couplingvehicle description: passenger cars and light trucks equipped with fuelinjection.
Campaign:
90V050000 on 03/14/1990
Component:
Seat belts:front:anchorage
Affected:
223
Defect:
Safety belts (type 1 lap belts) for rear facing seats were not installed.
Consequence:
Lack of restraints could contribute to otherwise preventable injury and would not comply with fmvss 209 and 210.
Correction:
Install safety belts for rear facing seats.
Notes:
System: rear safety belts.vehicle description: limousine conversions equipped with rear facing seats.
Campaign:
90V093000 on 05/28/1990
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Affected:
544
Defect:
Vehicle description: limousines built by empire coach. vehicle alterers label may be missing or incomplete.
Consequence:
Vehicles do not comply with part 567.
Correction:
Add compliance label.
Notes:
System: compliance label; part 567.vehicle description:limousines manufactured bycoach limousines.

1987 LINCOLN TOWN CAR TSBs (24)

Bulletin:
9546
Component:
136200 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Summary:
revised wiper motor. *tw
Bulletin:
9546
Component:
136200 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Summary:
wiper motor replacement - upgraded service kits. *tw
Bulletin:
9562
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
roughness concern during brake application. *tw
Bulletin:
9582
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
a revised service windshield wiper motor is now available. *tw
Bulletin:
BC2850950401
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
95212
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
the use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. if petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par
Bulletin:
96246
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw
Bulletin:
96249
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
96221
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw
Bulletin:
962612
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
97511
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
Bulletin:
985A13
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc
Bulletin:
9888
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
Bulletin:
9848
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability. *yc
Bulletin:
9864
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
Bulletin:
9874
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc
Bulletin:
99222
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
Bulletin:
99196
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt
Bulletin:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
99152
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
Bulletin:
002310
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt
Bulletin:
01156
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
Bulletin:
01157
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
Bulletin:
02107
Component:
136200 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Summary:
Transfer service tips for the front wiper motor mount bracket and depressed park output arm. *tt

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