1993 FORD TAURUS Recalls (8)
- Campaign:
- 93V023000 on 02/23/1993
- Component:
- Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Manufactured:
- 12/31/1992 - 12/31/1992
- Affected:
- 212
- Defect:
- Anti-lock brake system controllers designed for rear wheel drive cars may have been installed on these front wheel drive cars..
- Consequence:
- This could result in reduced braking ability and possiblevehicle accident.
- Correction:
- Replace the rear wheel drive abs controller with a front wheel drive abs controller.
- Notes:
- System: brakesvehicle description: passenger cars with optional anti-lock brake systems (abs).
- Campaign:
- 94E036000 on 11/30/1994
- Component:
- Suspension:front:shock absorber
- Manufactured:
- 12/31/1993 - 10/31/1994
- Affected:
- 98,000
- Defect:
- The arc welds on the sway bar bracket, where it attaches to the strut reserve tube, did not fuse properly.
- Consequence:
- Over time, a portion of the bracket can tear away from the strut, falling into and puncturing the tire or causing damage to the wheel, which could result in an accident.
- Correction:
- Monroe dealers will replace the strut free of charge.
- Notes:
- Equipment description: aftermarket shock absorbers for 1986 - 1994 ford taurus and mercury sable passenger cars; part 71780, 81780.if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact monroe at 1-800-521-6754. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
- Campaign:
- 97V019000 on 02/25/1997
- Component:
- Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
- Manufactured:
- 07/21/1991 - 11/17/1994
- Affected:
- 75,200
- Defect:
- These vehicles are originally sold or currently registered in the following states: alaska, iowa, minnesota, nebraska, north dakota, and south dakota. the vehicles involved are 1992-1994 tempo/topaz vehicles with 3.0l engines; 1994 tempo/topaz with 2.3l engines; 1992-1995 taurus/sable with 3.8l engines; 1994-1995 taurus/sable with 3.0l engines and 1992-1994 lincoln continental vehicles with 3.8l engines. during high winds, heavy, blowing and drifting snow, and low temperatures, the engine cooling fan can become blocked or frozen with snow. the fan motor may not rotate and could overheat.
- Consequence:
- This condition can cause smoke or flames from the fan and/or shroud, the fan electrical wiring, or the fan motor resulting in a vehicle fire.
- Correction:
- Dealers will install an electrical jumper harness containing an automatic resetting circuit breaker to protect the fan motor low speed circuitry from overheating.
- Notes:
- Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin april 15, 1997.notes: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:
- 97V025000 on 03/02/1997
- Component:
- Vehicle speed control
- Manufactured:
- 07/29/1990 - 11/17/1994
- Affected:
- 212,700
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with 3.8l engines and originally sold or currently registered in the following states: alaska, colorado, iowa, idaho, illinois, indiana, kansas, massachusetts, maine, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, north dakota, nebraska, new hampshire, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, south dakota, vermont, wisconsin, and wyoming. water can accumulate within the speed control cable conduit. if enough water accumulates, it could freeze within a low area of the cable routing when exposed to a long term cold soak at temperatures at least several degrees below freezing.
- Consequence:
- Driver control of vehicle speed using the speed control system or the accelerator control system would be diminished increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Correction:
- Dealers will add a boot to the speed control cable.
- Notes:
- Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin april 7, 1997.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 contract the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
- Campaign:
- 98V009000 on 01/25/1998
- Component:
- Exterior lighting:headlights:switch
- Manufactured:
- 11/30/1992 - 09/29/1993
- Affected:
- 506,000
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the headlights can flash intermittently as a result of the circuit breaker opening. the vehicle's headlights can go out for brief intervals.
- Consequence:
- Loss of headlights during vehicle operation can affect a driver's ability to navigate the roadway and reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Correction:
- Dealers will install a headlight switch that incorporates a cricuit breaker of revised design and installation of a wiring harness connector and wiring, if needed.
- Notes:
- Owner notification is expected to begin april 15, 1998. 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 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Campaign:
- 98V094000 on 05/05/1998
- Component:
- Suspension:front:springs:coil springs
- Manufactured:
- 07/31/1992 - 07/30/1993
- Affected:
- 281,000
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of new york, michigan, ohio, illinois, wisconsin, pennsylvania, massachusetts, indiana, new jersey, maine, connecticut, new hampshire, rhode island, vermont, minnesota, iowa, missouri, kentucky, maryland, delaware, and west virginia. the front coil springs can fracture as a result of corrosion in combination with small cracks in the springs.
- Consequence:
- The front tire could deflate due to a broken front coil spring contacting the tire, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Correction:
- Dealers will install a spring catcher bracket which will prevent a fractured spring from contacting a tire.
- Notes:
- Owners of these vehicles received two notifications.the first notification was mailed july 16, 1998, advising owners that parts were not yet available.the second notice was sent (a postcard) on november 4, 1998,that parts are available. 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 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Campaign:
- 98I002000 on 07/08/1998
- Component:
- Suspension:front:springs:coil springs
- Manufactured:
- 07/31/1992 - 07/30/1993
- Affected:
- 281,000
- Defect:
- This is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of new york, michigan, ohio, illinois, wisconsin, pennsylvania, massachusetts, indiana, new jersey, maine, connecticut, new hampshire, rhode island, vermont, minnesota, iowa, missouri, kentucky, maryland, delaware, and west virginia. ford is providing an extended warranty through the year 2001 for replacement of fron tsprings due to fracture. the front coil springs can fracture as a result of corrosion in combination with small cracks in the springs.
- Consequence:
- The front tire could deflate due to a broken front coil spring contacting the tire, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Correction:
- Customers with vehicles that have broken springs are to return their vehicle for spring replacement. both springs will be replaced even if only one spring is fractured.
- Notes:
- Ford has decided to provide an extended warranty through the year 2001 for replacement of front springs due to fracture.owners can contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
- Campaign:
- 98V323000 on 12/17/1998
- Component:
- Structure:frame and members
- Manufactured:
- 10/13/1985 - 06/26/1995
- Affected:
- 2,697,000
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virgnia, and wisconsin. the rear lower subframe mount plate nut can experience stress corrosion cracking if subjected to long term exposure to road salts. this can result in fracture and loss of the structural integrity of the subframe mount attachment. detachment of the body mounts at the rear corners of the subframe, which supports the engine and transmission, allows the rear corners of the subframe to drop.
- Consequence:
- If both rear corners drop, steering would become suddenly very difficult, affecting vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Correction:
- Dealers will install subframe rear mount bolts, reinforcement plates, and plate nuts.
- Notes:
- Note:this recall campaign supercedes recall campaign 93v-106.owner notification is expected to begin january 18, 1999.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 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
1993 FORD TAURUS TSBs (113)
- Bulletin:
- 94227
- Component:
- 063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
- Summary:
- objectionable odor from the exhaust system. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 94247
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- the forward clutch piston may crack on its outside diameter. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 94251
- Component:
- 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Summary:
- anti-lock brakes - brake pedal has slip/stick condition after application - noise/vibration on slow apply and release. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 94263
- Component:
- 113100 electrical system:starter assembly:solenoid
- Summary:
- some vehicles may exhibit a no-crank condition due to corrosion at the starter solenoid connector. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9511
- Component:
- 021000 suspension:front
- Summary:
- premature wear on the inner edges of rear tires. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9521
- Component:
- 072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
- Summary:
- vehicles may not indicate fuel level properly. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9534
- Component:
- 021000 suspension:front
- Summary:
- rattling or clunking noise from the fron suspension. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9543
- Component:
- 114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
- Summary:
- some vehicles may not indicate fuel level properly. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9546
- Component:
- 136200 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
- Summary:
- wiper motor replacement - upgraded service kits. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 94251
- Component:
- 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Summary:
- brakes - antilock- brake pedal has slip/stick condition after application. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9556
- Component:
- 022000 suspension:rear
- Summary:
- premature wear on inner edges of rear tires may be caused by rear camber and toe settings that are not within specification. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 95511
- Component:
- 138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
- Summary:
- chirp or squeak from blower motor. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9562
- Component:
- 034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
- Summary:
- roughness concern during brake application. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9566
- Component:
- 138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
- Summary:
- chirp or squeak noise from blower motor at low speeds. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9582
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- a revised service windshield wiper motor is now available. *tw
- Bulletin:
- FD950526
- Component:
- 151100 seat belts:front:anchorage
- Summary:
- Unknown
- Bulletin:
- 9592
- Component:
- 138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
- Summary:
- Unknown
- Bulletin:
- 95102
- Component:
- 116000 electrical system:ignition
- Summary:
- vehicles may have a disconnect of the ignition control module (icm) connector or moisture buildup within the connector. *tw
- Bulletin:
- ONP92M77
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- supplement to onp92m77 - program expanded to include 1992/93 ford taurus and mercury sables. *tw
- Bulletin:
- RCL/94E55
- Component:
- 022000 suspension:rear
- Summary:
- Unknown
- Bulletin:
- BC1371950906
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- revised larger diameter comprssor clutch pulley available to correct a moaning noise condition emitted from the compressor. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 95151
- Component:
- 202000 wheels:center section
- Summary:
- wheel cover - distorted or melted vehicles with bolt-on wheel covers. *sd
- Bulletin:
- 95153
- Component:
- 062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
- Summary:
- temperature gauge - fluctuating and /or inaccurate high readings. *sd
- Bulletin:
- 95157
- Component:
- 103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
- Summary:
- the torque converter identification codes have been revised as of 3/1/95. *sd
- Bulletin:
- 95168
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- air conditioning-a/c compressor moan - vehicles with 3.8l engine. noise -'moan' - a/c compressor-vehicles with 3.8l engine.*sd
- Bulletin:
- 95177
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- transaxle-revised clutch clearances-axode/ax4s. *sd
- Bulletin:
- 95191
- Component:
- 015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
- Summary:
- the power steering system may have a 'grunt' and/or 'groan' noise. this may be caused by hydraulic fluid movement within the power steering rack.
- Bulletin:
- 95203
- Component:
- 133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
- Summary:
- a 'groaning' noise may come from the front power windows after the glass is powered full up. this noise is caused by improper lubrication on the window regulator mechanism sliding surfaces. the grease gets wiped off from sliding surfaces d
- 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:
- BC0678961025
- Component:
- 102000 power train:manual transmission
- Summary:
- Information on aode/4r7w transmission main control & case replacement. *tt
- Bulletin:
- BC9584961001
- Component:
- 015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
- Summary:
- Information for concerns of grunt or groan during wheel return from full right turn. *tt
- Bulletin:
- BC9683961001
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Procedure for updating the calibration from r-11 to r-12 for stalling on decel & misfire codes on 3.0l vehicles. *tt
- Bulletin:
- BC7235961101
- Component:
- 101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
- Summary:
- Vehicle may exhibit a chatter when releasing the clutch in reverse gear. *tw
- 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:
- 96222
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 96225
- Component:
- 075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
- Summary:
- Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip. *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:
- BC101209702
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Verify the transaxle installed in the vehicle is the correct model and model year for the vehicle. *jd
- Bulletin:
- 9716
- Component:
- 015200 steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
- Summary:
- Some power steering hoses have been replaced with a revised design and should no longer be used for service. *jd
- Bulletin:
- 9743
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Blower motor- "chirp" or "squeak" from blower motor at low speeds. *jd
- Bulletin:
- 9751
- Component:
- 220000 seats
- Summary:
- Interior- leather seat cleaning procedure- service tip. *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:
- 97610
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Blower motor- "chirping" or "squeaking" from blower motor at low speeds. *jd
- Bulletin:
- 97613
- Component:
- 116200 electrical system:ignition:module
- Summary:
- Transaxle- ax4s/ax4n- diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 628, p0741 and/or p1744 stored in memory after transaxle exchange. *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:
- 97111097237
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Concerns with harsh engagements and harsh shifts with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 628, p0741 and/or p1744. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 97090297184
- Component:
- 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may experience static in the am band of the radio while driving. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9802169838
- Component:
- 102000 power train:manual transmission
- Summary:
- Transaxles use a new transmission fluid. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 985A5
- Component:
- 034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
- Summary:
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 985A7
- Component:
- 031000 service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
- Summary:
- Service brake pedal may have a slip / stick condition when the brake is applied. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 985A11
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums. *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:
- 985A20
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- A squealing noise may come from the rear brakes on some vehicles when braking. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9888
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9845
- Component:
- 045300 service brakes, air:disc:rotor
- Summary:
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9848
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9849
- Component:
- 062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
- Summary:
- Concerns with coolant may leak from the head gaskets and / or the vehicle may overheat. *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:
- 982675
- Component:
- 106220 power train:axle assembly:axle shaft:seal
- Summary:
- A revised forward clutch inner seal for the axod, axode, ax4s & ax4n transaxle is available with improved sealing and reduced chance of the seal rolling during installation. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 982010
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 982310
- Component:
- 063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
- Summary:
- Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak
- Bulletin:
- 98246
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 5897
- Component:
- 017500 steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
- Summary:
- Experiencing a squeaking and / or popping noise from the front outer tire rods. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 12559
- Component:
- 101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
- Summary:
- Concerns with reverse clutch that could become sheared or torn in extremely cold temperatures. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 12616
- Component:
- 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
- Summary:
- Information on transaxle service case replacement with oss (output shaft speed sensor) hole. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9814
- Component:
- 034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
- Summary:
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9817
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Conditions with the malfunctioning of the indicator lamp.
- 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:
- 99139
- Component:
- 125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
- Summary:
- Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9811329
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Information regarding the the availability of the revised headgasket for coolant loss conditions on some engines. *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:
- 99183
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99194
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *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:
- 12967
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Vehicles may exhibit speedometer pointer waver. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 985027
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Vehicles may experience speedometer pointer waver. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 12099
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Vehicles with the ax4s transaxle have an inline transmission cooler bypass valve located in the cooler line near the radiator cooler. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 12178
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Information regarding tsb 98-5a-12 (transaxle/transmission/transfer case-vehicles towed behind recreational vehicles-recommended guidelines) does not list towing information for certain model vehicles. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 9671
- Component:
- 141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may experience the air bag diagnostic light flashing. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9674
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Experiencing a squeal noise coming from the rear brakes on some vehicles when braking. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 96713
- Component:
- 103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
- Summary:
- Some customers may experience overdrive not engaging which is related to no torque converter clutch engagement in cold weather. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 12570
- Component:
- 017500 steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit front outer tie rods squeak and / or pop noise over bumps and / or turning. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 985A6
- Component:
- 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may cycle when brakes are applied on rough roads or on an incline while making a sharp turn. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98S15
- Component:
- 021210 suspension:front:springs:coil springs
- Summary:
- Safety recall and owner notification to install protective spring shields on the front coil springs of affected vehicles to reduce the possibility of tire puncture should spring facture occur. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 98S15
- Component:
- 021210 suspension:front:springs:coil springs
- Summary:
- Safety recall involving installation of the protective spring shields on certain vehicles front coil springs - stabilizer link replacement parts on national backorder. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 4665
- Component:
- 090000 fuel system, other
- Summary:
- Some flex fuel vehicles with previously serviced fuel senders may exhibit a fuel gauge indicator that stays at approximately << tank. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99152
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 11782
- Component:
- 090000 fuel system, other
- Summary:
- Some flex fuel vehicles with previously serviced fuel senders may exhibit a fuel gauge indicator that stays at approximately << tank. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 5290
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a speedometer pointer wiver concern. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 12209
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a speedometer pointer waiver concern. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 98L20
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Special field action regarding revised waranty information. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14584
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Subject regarding flex fuel vechicle oil and fuel recommendations. *jb
- Bulletin:
- 0117
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Subject regarding remanufactured ax4s sho transaxles built with a unique triple clutch pack assembly and driven sprocket support. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14811
- Component:
- 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
- Summary:
- Information on additional parts required when replacing transfer case on vehicles equippped with ax4s transaxle. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 011201
- Component:
- 136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
- Summary:
- This information is a supplement to the wiper system service information provided in the workshop manuals. this service information is intended as an aid to assist in diagnosis and repair of erratic wiper system conditions.
- Bulletin:
- 01124
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- On some vehicles, engine oil may continue to leak from the engine oil pan gasket area after an engine oil pan gasket repair has been performed. *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:
- 01181
- Component:
- 103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
- Summary:
- Brake shift interlock.*jb
- Bulletin:
- 0214
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
- 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
- Bulletin:
- 03148
- Component:
- 103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
- Summary:
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 03181
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 02176
- Component:
- 032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
- Summary:
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
- Bulletin:
- 02208
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
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