1997 FORD F SUPER DUTY Recalls (3)

Campaign:
96V177000 on 09/25/1996
Component:
Electrical system:battery:cables
Manufactured:
04/14/1996 - 07/18/1996
Affected:
5,500
Defect:
A plastic coated steel support strap for the battery cable was damaged when it was crimped onto the cable.
Consequence:
This damage can result in the battery cable developing a short to ground. a shorted battery cable can result in a vehicle fire.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the cable insulation and replace the support strap with a revised, uncrimped strap attached with tape. in addition, convolute will be added between the cable and the support strap. damaged battery cables will be replaced.
Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to being october 7, 1996. 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:
97V187000 on 10/29/1997
Component:
Tires:bead
Manufactured:
08/31/1996 - 07/16/1997
Affected:
31,600
Defect:
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and chassis. the tires on these vehicles were damaged during mounting onto the wheels. only trucks produced at the cuautitlan, mexico plant between september 1, 1996, and july 17, 1997, were affected by the defect.
Consequence:
The bead area of the tire was cut which could result in air loss. sudden air loss could occur resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
Correction:
Due to the age of the vehicles and this recall affecting original equipment tires only, ford will no longer accept claims for this campaign.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 97s90.owner notification began december 1, 1997.owners who take their vehicles to a firestone dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact firestone at 1-800-457-6281.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
97V209000 on 11/19/1997
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Manufactured:
02/28/1993 - 10/27/1997
Affected:
64,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: motor home chassis. hot exhaust gasses can leak from the exhaust gas return (egr) tube on the engine. a hole can develop in the flexible section of the tube. heat damage to the passenger compartment floor and floor covering can occur.
Consequence:
Depending on the materials used in the construction of the completed vehicle, ignition of these materials could occur resulting in a vehicle fire.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the egr tube.
Notes:
Owner notification began january 19, 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 motorhome customer service at 1-800-444-3311.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

1997 FORD F SUPER DUTY TSBs (96)

Bulletin:
BC0693961023
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Investigating 7.3l irregular idle. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0821961010
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Concerns w/ the speedometer/odometer indication plus transmission shift concerns due to failure of the speedometer drive gear (e8tz-2n598-a) located within the transmission mounted parking brake assy. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0844961008
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
E4od trans may emit a tick/rattle noise when driving at light loads in 1st gear at 1100 to 1800 rpm rpm. *tt
Bulletin:
BC5166961001
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Concerns w/ the speedometer/odometer indication plus trans shift concerns due to a failure of the speedometer drive gear (e8tz-2n598-a) located within the trans mounted parking brake assy. *tt
Bulletin:
BC5195961001
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Firestone p235 tires may exhibit a high frequency vibration at 65-75 mph. *tt
Bulletin:
BC5197961001
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped w/ an ax4s transaxle may have been shipped w/ a low transaxle fluid level. *tt
Bulletin:
96B95
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Owner notification program 96b95 - engine cooling system radiator replacementon certain 1997 f super duty motorhome stripped chassis. *tw
Bulletin:
96249
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
962413
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Suspension - front or rear - side-toside leveling procedures and attitude service kits for f53 rv basic stripped chassis. *tw
Bulletin:
962418
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission - e40d - revised design forward planet thrust washer - 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:
962213
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Exhaust - exhaust leak at exhaust manifolds - vehicles equipped with 7.0l or 7.5l engine. *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:
BC0256970201
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
A running change for the 7.3l to allow better definition on cylinder contribution tests in process. *jd
Bulletin:
97214
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Engine - 7.3l dit - glow plug start-up on-time during cold temperature - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
97215
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Diagnostic guides for out-of-warranty vehicles to be used as a master copy - diagnostic guides no longer available from adistra. *tw
Bulletin:
97216
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Leak - oil leakat engine valley pan and/or high pressure oil pump - vehicles equipped with 7.3l diesel engine. *tw
Bulletin:
BC0053972301
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
Some 1995 and all 1996 and 1997 vehicles with e4od transmissions have been built with a reusable elastomeric transmission fluid pan gasket. *jd
Bulletin:
97310
Component:
021242 suspension:front:springs:leaf spring assembly:hanger,bracket
Summary:
Noise- "popping/creaking"- front frame or suspension brackets- frame- "popping/creaking"- fastener replacement. *jd
Bulletin:
9747
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips. *jd
Bulletin:
BC3130970221
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Diesel exhaust smell in passenger cabin may be due to poor connection at the inlet or outlet to/from the turbo. *tw
Bulletin:
BC3212970213
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Camshaft position sensor information . *tw
Bulletin:
BC3241970210
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Exhaust leaks or noise at the joint between the y-pipe and the exhaust manifold. *tw
Bulletin:
9778
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Headlamp- headlamp housing melts- ambulance and emergency vehicles only. *jd
Bulletin:
9779
Component:
114100 electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Summary:
Wiring- aftermarket wiring alterations- 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:
97617
Component:
015100 steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Summary:
Steering- high effort during highway driving- f super duty motorhome chassis vehicles built from 7/1/93 through 8/9/96. *jd
Bulletin:
97618
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Low rpm- 7.3l dit engine fails to start- code 340 stored in memory and/or engine fails to achieve rated speed for 2-3 minutes after extended cold soak- f-series built through 2/9/96 and all econolines. *jd
Bulletin:
97619
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Fuel pump- availability of new style fuel pump and sender- f super duty motorhome chassis- service tip. *jd
Bulletin:
BC2297970501
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
When the air cleaner is being replaced, the drain mechanism on the bottom of the air cleaner case is to be cleaned of obstructions. *tw
Bulletin:
97050110621
Component:
500000 child seat
Summary:
Part number information for the use of a child seat tether. *tw
Bulletin:
971110972313
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
A new design transmission case and extension housing has been released. *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:
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:
98419
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62,628, and/or 1728. *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:
982119
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit erratic 4-3 shift hunting while ascending a grade and/or no 3-4 upshift after cresting a grade. *yc
Bulletin:
982120
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Steering wheel alignment- vehicles with motorhome chassis.
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:
982314
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Premature wear of the belt tensioner may occur on some vehicles. *yc
Bulletin:
982321
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Service procedures and vehicle attitude service kits have been developed to assist customers and vehicle modifiers with side -to- side leveling concerns related to weight distribution. *yc
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:
9943
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt
Bulletin:
98123
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62, 628, and / or 1728 may be stored in memory. *tt
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:
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:
99236
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Subject regarding 4r100 transmission flexplate replacement for vehicles with 7.3l diesel engine. *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:
98168
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission- e40d/4r100-1989-99-main controls, separator plates and separator plate gaskets usage chart. yd
Bulletin:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
0038
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
Vehicles may experience solid particle contaminants from prior transmission concerns or excess wear, may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system is not properly flushed, fluid in-line filter kit. *mjs
Bulletin:
98-4722
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Repeat message, no change- rough idle/miss. *ak
Bulletin:
98-4726
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Repeat message, no change: hard start/ no start. *ak
Bulletin:
98-4734
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Lack of power due to failure of engine turbo boost
Bulletin:
98-4742
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Vehicle stalls upon acceleration. *ak
Bulletin:
4614
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Information on vehicles exhibiting rough idle / miss. *tt
Bulletin:
4616
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Brief information vehicles exhibiting hard start / no start condition. *tt
Bulletin:
4617
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Brief information on vehicles exhibiting lack of power condition. *tt
Bulletin:
4625
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Brief information on vehicles exhibiting a stall on deceleration condition. *tt
Bulletin:
4626
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on vehicles exhibiting and o/d off lamp flashing with diagnostic trouble code 62 / 628 / 1728. *tt
Bulletin:
4629
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Brief information concern vehicles exhbiting external oil leaks. *tt
Bulletin:
4633
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Rear brake drag or excessive wear on rear brakes. *tt
Bulletin:
99-8-15
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
99111
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information designed to aid in the diagnosis, testing and repair of noise, vibration and harshness (nvh) concerns. *tt
Bulletin:
991210
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Ford motor company has released a private labeled material to be used for iron particle / acid rain service repairs. *tt
Bulletin:
99152
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
Bulletin:
98156
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Exhaust leak at exhaust manifolds--vehicle equipped with 7.0l 0r 7.5l engine. *ak
Bulletin:
985185
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Cold start engine noise
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:
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:
15871
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit interference and / or static in the land-mobile radio. *tt
Bulletin:
16697
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Exhaust air rush noise and lower power. *tt *jb
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:
03211
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Loss of power and malfunction indicator lamp may also illuminate with diagnostic trouble codes 128 and 845 or p0236 and p0238 stored in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
03213
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
A no-start or reduced power condition may occur intermittently. *tt
Bulletin:
032120
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
7.3l dit glow plug start-up on-time during cold temperature - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
032121
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
A high number of high pressure rexroth pumps and injection pressure regulators (ipr) are being replaced due to oil leaking, when all that is required is a new gasket or seal on either the pump or ipr. *tt
Bulletin:
032123
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Low rpm, no start, runs poorly, stall. 7.3l dit engine. *tt
Bulletin:
032125
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Aftermarket wiring alterations - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
032145
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
External oil leak diagnosis for 7.3l dit engines. various models including 2003 super duty f series. *tt
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
04266
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
A driveline clunk or bump when starting from a stop. *tt

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