1990 FORD F150 Recalls (5)

Campaign:
89V141000 on 08/24/1989
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank:selector devices
Manufactured:
06/30/1989 - 07/31/1989
Affected:
1,100
Defect:
Incorrectly installed fuel line connectors have fuel supply and return lines crossed.
Consequence:
Fuel could be transferred from one tank to the other,possibly resulting in fuel overflow and spillage, in presence of an ignitionsource, a fire could occur.
Correction:
Replace fuel line assembly.
Notes:
System:fuel line assembly.vehicle description:light duty trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks.

Campaign:
90V101000 on 06/13/1990
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Affected:
111,000
Defect:
Under certain conditions, the snap ring that locates the park gear on the output shaft of the transmission may fracture.
Consequence:
When the gear is placed in park, the park gear would notengage, allowing the truck to roll freely if the parking brake is not properlyset. this could result in an accident.
Correction:
Install improved snap ring and revised transmission extension housing.
Notes:
System: park gear snap ring.vehicle description: 4 x 2 light trucks and vans equipped with one-piecedriveshaft and an e40d transmission.

Campaign:
93V125000 on 07/26/1993
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Affected:
1,131,000
Defect:
A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. when this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can be exceeded, causing fuel spillage.
Consequence:
Spilled fuel can result in a fire when exposed to asource of ignition.
Correction:
Replacement of the fuel pressure regulator and installation of redundant check valves.
Notes:
System: fuel; fuel tank assembly.vehicle description: light trucks and chassis cabs with gasoline engines anddual fuel tanks.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed servicedate and the remedy is not corrected within a reasonable time without chargeor the remedy does not correct the safety-related defect or noncompliance,please contact ford's customer assistance center, 300 renaissance center,p.o. box 43360, detroit, mi 48243. also contact the national highway trafficsafety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
96V071000 on 04/30/1996
Component:
Electrical system:ignition
Manufactured:
07/31/1987 - 09/29/1992
Affected:
7,900,000
Defect:
The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.
Consequence:
This condition could cause overheating, smoke, and possibly fire in the steering column area of the vehicle.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the ignition switch.
Notes:
System: electrical; ignition switch. vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles and light duty trucks. note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
01I008000 on 07/18/2001
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Manufactured:
07/21/1989 - 08/23/1993
Affected:
1,556,221
Defect:
This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: 1990-1993 ford f-series vehicles equipped with dual fuel tanks and 4.9, 5.0,5.8, or 7.5 liter gasoline fueled engines. some vehicles can experience a cross tank fuel flow condition due to a damaged check valve in the fuel pump/sender assembly. fuel may be supplied from one tank and some or all of the unused fuel may be returned to the other tank.
Consequence:
Should this occur, the capacity of the receiving tank may be exceeded and fuel may overflow from the filler cap.
Correction:
Ford is extending the warranty for potential fuel cross-flow to 12 years of service or 150,000 miles from the vehicle's warranty start date, whichever occurs first. this cover will automatically transfer to subsequent owners at no charge. if a vehicle already has more than 150,000 miles, this overage will last until december 31, 2001. if the vehicle is experiencing a fuel cross-flow condition, dealers will repair the condition free of charge.
Notes:
Ford has decided to conduct an extended coverage program to extend the warranty coverage for potential fuel cross flow problems. owners can contact ford at1-866-436-7332, concerning this program.

1990 FORD F150 TSBs (40)

Bulletin:
9568
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
revised oil pan gasket. *tw
Bulletin:
95619
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
new design transmission range sensor. *tw
Bulletin:
9588
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
knocking noise on initial start-up. *tw
Bulletin:
9597
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
95912
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
951112
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
revised design transmission rear case bushing. *tw
Bulletin:
951113
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
delayed forward engagement and/or heat stained forward clutch plates after installing center support service. *tw
Bulletin:
BC4178950401
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
951515
Component:
013000 steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Summary:
steering gear-replacement of bendix, steering gear with new ross steeering gear. *sd
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:
97310
Component:
021242 suspension:front:springs:leaf spring assembly:hanger,bracket
Summary:
Noise- "popping/creaking"- front frame or suspension brackets- frame- "popping/creaking"- fastener replacement. *jd
Bulletin:
9747
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips. *jd
Bulletin:
9748
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Accessory drive belts- fead belt comes off- vehicles with 4.9l engine. *jd
Bulletin:
97511
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
Bulletin:
9768
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage. *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:
98419
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62,628, and/or 1728. *yc
Bulletin:
9852
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *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:
98123
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62, 628, and / or 1728 may be stored in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
99816
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt
Bulletin:
99129
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump. *tt
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:
98167
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission-e40d-no 2-3 upshift. some vehicles may exhibit a no 2-3 upshift condition. *ak
Bulletin:
98168
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission- e40d/4r100-1989-99-main controls, separator plates and separator plate gaskets usage chart. yd
Bulletin:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
0038
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
Vehicles may experience solid particle contaminants from prior transmission concerns or excess wear, may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system is not properly flushed, fluid in-line filter kit. *mjs
Bulletin:
985A46
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a drift or pull to the left while braking. *tt
Bulletin:
96728
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Service tip information regarding the reverse clutch piston and piston seal usage. *tt
Bulletin:
985A12
Component:
354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
Summary:
Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles. *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

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