1996 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER Recalls (2)

Campaign:
97V074000 on 04/30/1997
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:
02/01/1996 - 02/16/1997
Affected:
23,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with 5.0l engines originally sold or currently registered in the states of alaska, idaho, iowa, maine, michigan (upper peninsula only), minnesota, montana, nebraska, new hampshire, new york, north dakota, south dakota, vermont, wisconsin, and wyoming. these vehicles, when operated for extended periods of time at highway speeds and temperatures below -20 degrees farenheit, do not return to idle due to ice in the throttle body.
Consequence:
Although the vehicle can be controlled by either applying the service brakes or shifting the transmission to neutral, increased brake pedal efforts or some increase in stopping distance can result.
Correction:
Dealers will install a revised pcv system with water heated vacuum source.
Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin may 19, 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 contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
00T005000 on 08/09/2000
Component:
Tires:tread/belt
Affected:
14,400,000
Defect:
Tire description: firestone wilderness at, size p235/75r15, produced at the decatur, illinois tire plant and all firestone radial atx and radial atx ii tires, size p235/75r15. operation of these tires at low inflation pressures, high speed, and in hot weather, can contribute to separation of the tire tread.
Consequence:
If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death.
Correction:
The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on august 29, 2001. however, customers should contact firestone customer service at 1-800-465-1904 for possible assistance.

1996 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER TSBs (57)

Bulletin:
BC5191961001
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
For concerns of stalling, reflash pcm w/ 1996 calibration (r11 level). *tt
Bulletin:
BC5195961001
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Firestone p235 tires may exhibit a high frequency vibration at 65-75 mph. *tt
Bulletin:
BC5200961001
Component:
114100 electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Summary:
Vehicles may experience unexplained mil light codes &/or irregular shifting (a4ld). the -12a581- (95-96) or -12b637- (97) wire loom is coming into contact w/ the center wiper access plate lwr ctr. *tt
Bulletin:
BC5221961001
Component:
073100 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail
Summary:
Revised hose part# f6hz-9j291-a has been developed to replace hose that shows signs of deterioration, cracks may appear in the outer covering of the hose. *tt
Bulletin:
BC5225961001
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Vehicles may experience a vibration during wide open throttle acceleration or while cruising at highway speeds. revised front driveshaft. *tt
Bulletin:
BC2302970501
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Dtc p0402 in memory under investigation by engineering. *tw
Bulletin:
BC3092970501
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Engineering is investigating rear crankshaft oil leaks. *tw
Bulletin:
97050110613
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
When performing tsb 97-4-9, do not use a baffle to correct hte issue, use the revised axle cover plate. *tw
Bulletin:
980318
Component:
103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:
Conditions with axle wind-up on tight turns with control trac transfer case. *yc
Bulletin:
980319
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Concerns with false abs activation while light braking at low speeds. *yc
Bulletin:
982540
Component:
500000 child seat
Summary:
Concerns with built-in rear child safety seat may not easily accommodate some children. *yc
Bulletin:
12571
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
Experiencing a whinning noise from the transfer case. *tt
Bulletin:
98R03
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Subject regarding positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) tube modification. *tt
Bulletin:
98R03
Component:
063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:
Safety recall letter informing owners of modification to the positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) system. *tt
Bulletin:
12905
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience axle wind up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers on vehicles equipped with a four wheel drive hi or low range mode. *tt
Bulletin:
995157
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Information on maintaining tire pressure. *tt
Bulletin:
983074
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Concerns with axle wind-up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers. *tt
Bulletin:
6980
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit the check engine light on with diagnostic trouble code po420. *tt
Bulletin:
6997
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with various engine sizes. *tt
Bulletin:
7083
Component:
354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
Summary:
Information regarding neutral tow kit availability. *mjs
Bulletin:
13180
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart. *mjs
Bulletin:
13222
Component:
354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
Summary:
Information regarding neutral tow kit available. *mjs
Bulletin:
13388
Component:
354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
Summary:
Vehicles equipped the neutral tow feature, be aware that when the neutral tow feature is enabled and the customer places the vehicle into the neutral mode, the neutral tow indicator will go out when the gem goes to sleep. *tt
Bulletin:
13412
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4x4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4x4 low range, with no (dtc) diagnostic trouble code stored in the gem. *tt
Bulletin:
13415
Component:
022110 suspension:rear:springs:coil springs
Summary:
Exhibiting a squeak type noise from the rear stabilizer bar while driving, especially when going over bumps. *tt
Bulletin:
13426
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Exhibiting very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds. *tt
Bulletin:
7353
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4x4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4x4 low range, with no diagnostic trouble codes stored in the gem module. *tt
Bulletin:
7360
Component:
021100 suspension:front:stabilizer bar
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise from the rear while driving, especially when going bumps. *tt
Bulletin:
7494
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
All vehicles with electronic shift on the fly transfer cases will display contact plate pids opposite of what the 1999 or earlier workshop manual indicates when using ngs with 15.0 level or later software. *tt
Bulletin:
13440
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Experiencing very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds (parking lot type maneuvers). *tt
Bulletin:
8149
Component:
354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
Summary:
Subject regarding neutral tow inoperative after gem replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
8164
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Information on 5r55e - 4r55e - 4r44e pump alignment tools. *tt
Bulletin:
13723
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
Some all wheel drive vehicles may experience a low speed whining noise from the transfer case. *mjs
Bulletin:
985045
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Revised message regarding steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns action on sohc equipped vehicles, perform tsb 98-21-01. *tt
Bulletin:
12154
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with pats (securilock) except certain models now have availability of fleet keys through rotunda. *mjs
Bulletin:
985064
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Repeat message regarding engine stalling *tt
Bulletin:
12174
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern. *mjs
Bulletin:
985157
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Information on setting the tire inflation pressure for 1991 through 1999 model year vehicles in the pre-delivery process and during maintenance intervals. *tt
Bulletin:
0083
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 5.0l engine may exhibit a rubbing noise during right hand turns from the rear of the vehicle. **mr
Bulletin:
8164
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding pump alignment tools. **mr
Bulletin:
8493
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience an oil leak at the rear crankshaft area after service. **mr
Bulletin:
14048
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience an oil leak at the rear crankshaft area after service. **mr
Bulletin:
98-4732
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Steering wheel shimmies, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns..
Bulletin:
13505
Component:
103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:
All 4x4 vehicles with electronic shift onthe fly transfer cases will display contact plate pids opposite of the 1999 or earlier workshop manual indicates when using ngs with 15.0 level or later software. *tt
Bulletin:
4623
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Brief information for vehicles exhibiting engine stall. *tt
Bulletin:
4634
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns. *tt
Bulletin:
5203
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern. *tt
Bulletin:
5249
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Information on vehicles exhibiting steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns. *tt
Bulletin:
5272
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Brief information regarding engine stall condition. *tt
Bulletin:
983092
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rear crankshaft seal oil leak. *ak
Bulletin:
14819
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a fluid leak from the front axle vent tube. *tt
Bulletin:
14847
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Concerns with vehicles exhbit fluid leakage from the front axle vent tube. *tt
Bulletin:
13879
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Information on replacing a gem module on 4x4 vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc, ohv and the neutral tow kit. *tt
Bulletin:
15249
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Concerns with high brake pedal force to stop after rotor machining. *tt
Bulletin:
00M11
Component:
021220 suspension:front:springs:torsion bar
Summary:
Information regarding front sway bar link . *yh
Bulletin:
16040
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Experiencing a clicking / popping noise from the upper steering column area when turning the steering wheel. *tt
Bulletin:
16735
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Various noise issues from the rear leaf springs while driving. *tt

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