1993 LINCOLN MARK VIII Recalls (4)

Campaign:
92V166000 on 11/26/1992
Component:
Seat belts:front:retractor
Manufactured:
09/30/1992 - 10/31/1992
Affected:
2,890
Defect:
The link lever trunion on the safety belt retractor may have been damaged during installation.
Consequence:
The damaged component may become dislodged during vehicleoperation, making the retractor vehicle-sensitive locking system inoperative.this increases the possibilty of a serious injury in a sudden stop or accident.
Correction:
The retractors will be replaced in the subject vehicles.
Notes:
System: safety belts.vehicle description: passenger cars.note: the defective retractors will be replaced before the vehicles are sold topurchasers.
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:
07V336000 on 08/02/2007
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:
06/17/1993 - 06/25/1998
Affected:
3,600,000
Defect:
On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Consequence:
This could result in an underhood fire.
Correction:
Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. as soon as repair parts are available (expected october 2007), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a fused wiring harness. the recall began on august 13, 2007, and mailing completed by september 19, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 05s28.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration;s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
16E026000 on 03/31/2016
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
Manufactured:
09/30/2014 - 10/30/2014
Affected:
49,635
Defect:
Bosch brake components llc (bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models bosch quietcast bc598 and bp765, bosch blue be598 and be598h, prostop pd598 and pd765m, duralast gold dg598, duralast mkd598, stop master st598, ultrastop ult598, ultralife mx598 and mx765, brakebest mkd765, and prostop platinum pgd598. these brake pads, manufactured october 1, 2014, to october 31, 2015 are intended for use on 2001-2007 ford taurus, 2001-2005 mercury sable, 1995-1999 ford taurus sho, 1995-2002 lincoln continental, and 1993-1998 lincoln mark viii vehicles. the brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.
Consequence:
A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. the recall began on may 26, 2016. owners may contact bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

1993 LINCOLN MARK VIII TSBs (55)

Bulletin:
BC0678961025
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Information on aode/4r7w transmission main control & case replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
BC9689961001
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
4.6l engines have assemblies available as a ford quality renewel (fqr). *tt
Bulletin:
BC0310961101
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Service procedures for 4.6l 4v engines. *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:
962517
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Transmission - aode - 4r70w - shudder or vibration under light to moderate acceleration above 56 km/h (35 mph) while in 3rd or 4th gear. *tw
Bulletin:
BC0310970201
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Service procedures for 4.6l 4v engines. *jd
Bulletin:
BC0310972301
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Service procedures for 4.6l 4v engines. *jd
Bulletin:
BC3523971201
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
Ferodo nts rear service linings part number (#f3sz-2200-ba) for rear disc brake applications on 1993 model year vehicles. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1017497120
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
As of october, 1996 ford engineering has relaesed ferodo nt8 rear service linings part numeber (#f3sz-2200-ba) for rear disc brake applications.
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:
9754
Component:
021510 suspension:front:control arm:upper arm
Summary:
Suspension- front- height sensor upper mount- 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:
BC2300970501
Component:
021230 suspension:front:springs:air suspension system
Summary:
Air suspension front height sensor ball stud breakage. *tw
Bulletin:
BC105769705
Component:
021230 suspension:front:springs:air suspension system
Summary:
Air suspension front height sensor ball stud breakage. *tw
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:
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:
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:
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:
9883
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
A condition with steering nibble felt in the steering wheel when driving on rough roads such as grooved pavement on some vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
9887
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Experiencing a torque converter clutch shudder or vibration. *yc
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:
9852
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
Bulletin:
9874
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc
Bulletin:
982731
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Exhibiting a customer concern of mil on and dtcs of 214 or p0340. if normal diagnostics fails to resolve these dtc's and camshaftposition sensor has been replaced, thoroughly inspect the wiring at the camp hard-shell for broken or fraye
Bulletin:
98216
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
A steering wheel movement felt when driving over rough surfaces.
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:
9814
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt
Bulletin:
9996
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Experiencing a delayed or no 2-3 upshift, primarily when the transmission is cold on vehicles with ford qality remanufactured (fqr) 4r70w transmission exchange units with julian build between 062-97 and 040-99. *tt
Bulletin:
99139
Component:
125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
Summary:
Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *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:
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:
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:
99-8-15
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
99152
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
Bulletin:
0147
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *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:
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:
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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