1996 FORD L SERIES TSBs (63)

Bulletin:
BC0096960102
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
l series with the dso sleeper option. the 2 steel coolant supply tubes for the sleeper heater p/n f4hs-18696-aa & f4hs-18663-ba may corrode & eventually leak coolant. beginning 11/13/95 a new more corrosion resisant zinc/cobalt coating is
Bulletin:
BC0107960102
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
l series w/ frame mounted vertical muffler & outlet, the lower end of the vertical muffler may rest on the lower flange of the muffler support. a 1/4' claerance between the muffler end & lower support flange is the assembly specification.
Bulletin:
BC0813961011
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Throttle position sensor &/or idle validation switch fails, in may generate ecm service codes or driveability concerns. a revised one piece sensor & switch is now available. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0465961115
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Driver may experience a side to side movement or wobble of the seat. *tw
Bulletin:
BC0480961113
Component:
022132 suspension:rear:springs:air suspension system:springs/bags
Summary:
Replacement leveling valve extention rod for hendrickson air-ride suspension. *tw
Bulletin:
BC0601961101
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Many manual transmissions that are replaced/repaired under warranty and returned to the wprc show signs of improper/lack of maintenance or misdiagnosis. *tw
Bulletin:
BC0604961101
Component:
073100 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail
Summary:
New fuel hose to replace the hose used in the low pressure fuel return system - the current hose may show sighn of deterioation or cracks. *tw
Bulletin:
BC0018961101
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
On l series equipped with cush-n-air seats, the driver may experience a side to side movement or wobble of the seat due to inadequate welds. *tw
Bulletin:
96246
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw
Bulletin:
962217
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Engine - will not accelerate above idle speed - vehicles equipped with cummins m11, n14 or detroit diesel series 60 engine. *tw
Bulletin:
962218
Component:
113000 electrical system:starter assembly
Summary:
Starter - starter does not engage and/or starter may cycle (engage-disengage-engage) while cranking - vehicles equipped with an fd engine and an allison md3000 transmission built through 8/1/96, *tw
Bulletin:
962623
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioning - lack of cooling - compressor-to-condenser line rubs on hood insulation spring - ls and lts models with cat 3406e engine built from 11/29/93. *tw
Bulletin:
BC0210970201
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Vehicles equiped with cat 3406e engine and air conditioning the compressor to condensor a/c hose may chafe on the hood insulation. *jd
Bulletin:
BC0193970201
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Revised fan assemblies for premium diesel engines are now available. *jd
Bulletin:
97117
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Heater- lack of heat in passenger compartment- vehicles equipped with fd1060 engine- cooling system- engine does not reach operating temperature- vehicles equipped with fd1060 engine. *jd
Bulletin:
97118
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine- fd1060 or fd1460- high vibration at low engine rpm- vibration- high- at low engine rpm- vehicles with fd1060 or fd1460 engine. *jd
Bulletin:
BC3505972301
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
The fuel shutoff solenoid on the p-7100 pump. *jd
Bulletin:
577126R
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission fluid leak from pump body/replace bushing. *tw
Bulletin:
BC1018797230
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Diagnose the fuel shutoff solenoid on the p-7100 pump. *jd
Bulletin:
97315
Component:
113000 electrical system:starter assembly
Summary:
No start- starter will not turn engine over- vehicles with fd1060 engine. *jd
Bulletin:
97411
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Fead belt- high wear and/or comes off of the drive pulley- vehicles built from 4/1/92 through 6/1/96 with fd1060 engine. *jd
Bulletin:
97412
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
Cooling system- engine cooling fan cracks at center hub. *jd
Bulletin:
BC3201970214
Component:
021230 suspension:front:springs:air suspension system
Summary:
Hendrickson air ride suspension with transverse mounted torque rods- the flat washers used on the rod to axle attatching bolt may deform. *tw
Bulletin:
BC3236970211
Component:
113000 electrical system:starter assembly
Summary:
Fd 1060 engines - new design starter motor to alleviate hard start/no start concerns in cold ambients. *tw
Bulletin:
97716
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Fuel injection pump- bosch- service information for fd1060/1460 diesel engines. *jd
Bulletin:
97517
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Engine- diesel- fd1060 and fd1460- white smoke from exhaust- service tip. *jd
Bulletin:
97630
Component:
063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
Summary:
Hard starting- possible plugged catalytic converter/muffler (ccm)- vehicles built after 11/29/93 equipped with 1994 emission level fd1060 or fd1460 diesel engine. *jd
Bulletin:
BC2312970501
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
New throttle cable to reduce vibration atthe accelerator pedal. *tw
Bulletin:
970902971817
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some electronically controlled diesel engines can be modified to increase engine output by altering the original engine management system. *yc
Bulletin:
9852
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
Bulletin:
98711
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Information on availability of revised coolant level sensor. *yc
Bulletin:
98837110
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Technicians may experience difficulty in removing the connectors from the park/neutral position switch, usually when trying to remove the switch during transmission service. *yc
Bulletin:
98030
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Special policy for safety belt guide cover. *yc
Bulletin:
98776002
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject on accessory drive belt noise due to power steering pump pulley misalignment. *yc
Bulletin:
98464102A
Component:
106200 power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Summary:
Conditions with front propeller shaft cv boot torn or cracked. *yc
Bulletin:
98030
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Some customers may comment about contacting the safety belt guide cover upon exiting the vehicle. *yc
Bulletin:
98214
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
Concerns of air cleaner cover may rub a hole in the hood at the front edge of the air cleaner inlet " wagon wheel " on some vehicles. *yc
Bulletin:
982319
Component:
015300 steering:hydraulic power assist:power steering fluid
Summary:
Power steering fluid may leak through the vent hole in the power steering reservoir cap. *yc
Bulletin:
990138002
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Some customers may comment on no a/c. *tt
Bulletin:
991413
Component:
181000 vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Summary:
Vehicles equipped with fd1060 or fd1460 midrange diesel engines may experience a vibration or buzz through the throttle pedal. *tt
Bulletin:
667103A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Automatic transmission 1-2 and/or 2-3 upshift slip/flare, no 3rd or 4th gear, dtc p1870, launch shudder (revise vcm wiring). *ak
Bulletin:
577126A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission fluid leak from pump body (replace bushing). *tw
Bulletin:
99066
Component:
073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Summary:
Special policy adjustment covering the sequential central port fuel injector (scpi) failure condition. *tt
Bulletin:
99205
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Subject regarding vehicle lean correction procedure. *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:
876507A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Rough idle after start, when vehicle has sat overnight and poppets sticking.
Bulletin:
837110A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Park/neutral position switch connector cannot be removed. yd
Bulletin:
000604003
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Some customers may comment on rough idle after start up, and / or a service engine soon (ses) light illuminated. *tt
Bulletin:
000309001A
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
A boom noise inside the vehicle while driving at speeds ranging between 97 - 105 km/h (60 - 65 mph). *tt this bulletin is revised and replaced bulletin 00-03-09-001 dated 01/01/2000. *tt updated *eh
Bulletin:
99066A
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Some vehicles that are registered in california, equipped with a 4.3l, 5.0l or 5.7l engine and california emissions, may experience a service engine soon light, misfire, rough idle or hard start. *tt
Bulletin:
99066A
Component:
073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience a service engine soon light, misfire, rough idle or hard start due to a deposit build up on the sequential central port fuel injector (scpi) poppet valve(s). *tt
Bulletin:
12116
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information on servicing the air cleaner element on all 1995- 1996-1997 l-series equipped with cat 3306 engines. *mjs
Bulletin:
985158
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Information on servicing the air cleaner element on vehicles equipped with cat 3306 engines. *tt
Bulletin:
96730
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
A condition may exist with the engine stalling when the instrument panel-mounted parking brake actuation knob is pulled to set the brakes. *tt
Bulletin:
96731
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding the stoplamp diode location and replacement procedure on vehicles built since 12/90 with hydraulic brakes. *tt
Bulletin:
96732
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
On some vehicles, the oil may leak onthe side of the fd1460 engine. this may happen because the oil level indicator (dipstick) rises out of its normal retained position when the engine is running. *tt
Bulletin:
99066B
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some owners may experience a service engine soon light, misfire, rough idle or hard start. **mr
Bulletin:
000604014
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some customers may comment on hard, no, or slow start, backfire or kickback during crank / start, grinding or unusual noises during crank, diagnostic trouble code p0338. *tt
Bulletin:
00148
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Service engine soon light, misfire, rough idle, or hard start due to a deposit build-up on the sequential central port fuel injector (scpi) poppet valve(s). the deposit build-up may cause injector poppets to stick closed. *tt
Bulletin:
000604003A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some customers may comment on rough idle after start up, especially after setting overnight. *tt
Bulletin:
99066D
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some owners may experience a service engine soon light, misfire, rough idle orhard start due to a deposit build-up on the sequential central port fuel inujector (scpi) poppet valve(s). *tt
Bulletin:
000601023A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information used when diagnosing noise conditions such as engine rattle noise, spark knock at 2000 - 2500 rpm range, under a moderate to heavy load with a warmed up engine. *tt
Bulletin:
02169
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Subject regarding vehicle lean correction procedure developed for diagnosing and correcting vehicle lean. *tt

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