1990 MERCURY COUGAR Recalls (3)

Campaign:
90V026000 on 02/21/1990
Component:
Electrical system:battery:cables
Manufactured:
12/31/1989 - 12/31/1989
Affected:
72
Defect:
Battery to starter cables are longer than specified; excessive cable length could contact engine damper pulley.
Consequence:
Cable protective covering and insulation could wear through and cause a direct short to ground, resulting in overheating of the cable insulation and possibly a underhood fire.
Correction:
Replace battery to starter cable with correct length cable.
Notes:
System: battery to starter cable.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with 3.8 liter engines.

Campaign:
91V076000 on 05/14/1991
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Manufactured:
01/31/1990 - 09/30/1990
Affected:
125,000
Defect:
The nuts which hold windshield wiper motor to the wiper module may not have been sufficiently tightened and may loosen or come off. this causes changed wiper patterns, or the wipers may jam if two of the three nuts come off.
Consequence:
Changes in the wiper pattern or jamming of the wiperswould result in reduced driver visibilty in inclement weather conditions.
Correction:
Apply torque retention material to wiper motor studs and nuts and retorque.
Notes:
System: windshield wiper assembly.vehicle description: passenger cars.

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.

1990 MERCURY COUGAR TSBs (33)

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:
9568
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
revised oil pan gasket. *tw
Bulletin:
9582
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
a revised service windshield wiper motor is now available. *tw
Bulletin:
BC8899950401
Component:
034420 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:shoes/linings
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
95153
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
temperature gauge - fluctuating and /or inaccurate high readings. *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:
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:
97610
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Blower motor- "chirping" or "squeaking" from blower motor at low speeds. *jd
Bulletin:
97111097234
Component:
113000 electrical system:starter assembly
Summary:
Vehicles exhibiting a "squeaking" or "chirping" from the blower motor at low blower motor speeds. *yc
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:
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:
9873
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio. *tt
Bulletin:
9874
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc
Bulletin:
982310
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak
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:
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:
00213
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Subject regarding climate control - eatc - blower motor control service tips. *jb
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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