1997 FORD PROBE Recalls (4)

Campaign:
98V206002 on 11/05/1998
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Manufactured:
12/10/1996 - 06/09/1997
Affected:
5,700
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. an external spring in the timing belt tensioner can break and get caught in the timing belt.
Consequence:
This condition can result in possible engine stalling.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the tensioner and replace it if necessary.
Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin during november 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do nt 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 (-1888-327-4236).
Campaign:
05E065000 on 10/05/2005
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Affected:
42,962
Defect:
Certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford probe,1993-2001 mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 90-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f300-s2, sold as replacement filters for 19983-1994 subaru vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. fuel may leak from the filter due to non-conforming brazing welds where the inlet tube is connected to the filter can.
Consequence:
In the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.
Correction:
Spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. the recall began september 27, 2005. owners may contact mr. chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at 800-949-6698.
Notes:
Customers may 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:
06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
61,944
Defect:
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may 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:
06E065000 on 07/16/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
3,593
Defect:
Certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aj motorsport aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may 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.

1997 FORD PROBE TSBs (84)

Bulletin:
BC0760961016
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Wave spring located under the forward one-way clutch in no longer one piece. it has been 'split'. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0763961016
Component:
151200 seat belts:front:webbing
Summary:
Shoulder belt that is slow to retract may be caused by a twist in the seat belt webbing behind the 'b' pillar trim. *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:
BC9666961001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
2.5l duratec engine exchanges no longer include front end accessory drive component, oil level indicator, water pump belt/tensioner, egr tube, linkshaft bracket or exhaust manifolds. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0422961119
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Concerns of transmission popping out of 3rd or 5th gear. *tw
Bulletin:
96245
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination - diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1794 stored in continuous memory - probe with 2.5l, escort with 1.8l and aspire. *tw
Bulletin:
96249
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
962411
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transaxle - cd4e - new design parking pawl ratchet spring and parking cam actuating lever assembly. *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:
96254
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Restraint system - air bag module - diagnostic fault code 51 - improved diagnostics and repair. *tw
Bulletin:
962511
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Powertrain control module -reprogram powertrain control module (pcm) - service procedures - 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:
962614
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transaxle - cd4e - harsh shift and/or engagement - diagnostic trouble code 628 or p0741. *tw
Bulletin:
BC0045970201
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Beginning december 2, 1996 all cd4e transaxles are built with a redesigned pump body separator plate and pump body separator plate gasket. *jd
Bulletin:
BC0132970201
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
A clunk on left hand turns while accelerating. this may be caused by improper alignment of the #1 engine mount. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1010397020
Component:
091130 fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly:pressure relief devices
Summary:
Hard to start/long crank time concern on 96-97 vehicles due to fuel pressure leak down. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1012697020
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Clunk on left hand turns while accelerating on 1997 probe 2.0l cd4e vehicles. may be caused by improper alignment of the engine mount. *jd
Bulletin:
9729
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Noise - buzz/vibration in reverse and/or clicking noise accompanied by vibration on right hand turns during accleration - vehicles built through 1/6/97 with 2.0l engine and cd4e transaxle. *tw
Bulletin:
BC0045972301
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Beginning december 2, 1996 (beginning tran serial number (6337-0001)) all cd4e transaxles are built with a redesigned pump body separator plate and pump body separator plate gasket. *jd
Bulletin:
BC3492972301
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
An oil pump to cylinder block alignment concern on vehicles built between 9/5/96 and 12/9/96 with engine serial number fs200304 through fs209265. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1017597230
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
The lumbar bag inflates but does not apply adequate pressure to the seat back may be caused by improper positioning of the lumbar bag support rods. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1019097230
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Oil pump to cylinder block alignment concern on vehicle built between 9/5/96 and 12/9/96 with engine serial number fs200304 through fs209265. jd
Bulletin:
BC1026697230
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Vehicles exhibiting harsh shifts and/or harsh engagement accompanied by dtcs 628 or p0741. *jd
Bulletin:
9735
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioning- r-134a tracer dye installed in a/c system and three o-ring spring lock couplers- service tip. *jd
Bulletin:
BC3081970226
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Partially restricted vacuum hose to cannister may be cause of malfunction indicator lamp (mil) code p0441. *tw
Bulletin:
9746
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Transaxle- cd4e- harsh shift and/or engagement- diagnostic trouble code (dtc) 628 or p0741- service tip. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1030597020
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Paint blister, peel or crack concerns. *jd
Bulletin:
BC3162970218
Component:
105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
Summary:
Clicking noise caused by differential lube tube contacting differential case. *tw
Bulletin:
BC1033497020
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
The malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with code p0441 stored in memory. *jd
Bulletin:
BC3204970214
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Harsh shifts and/or harsh engagement accompanied by dtc's 628 or p0741. *tw
Bulletin:
9751
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Interior- leather seat cleaning procedure- service tip. *jd
Bulletin:
9759
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
Leak- automatic transmission fluid- cd4e transaxle in fluid collection on main control assembly. *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:
BC2372970501
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
A hard to start/long crank time concern on 96-97 probe vehicles may be due to fuel pressure leak down. *tw
Bulletin:
97111097235
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0505. *yc
Bulletin:
9831
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Repairs to vinyl covered surfaces. *yc
Bulletin:
9833
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Service tips for surface defect removal without repainting. *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:
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:
98259
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vinyl covered items such as dash panels, door trim panels, consoles, etc., may exhibit a small dent, scuff, abrasion and/ or discoloration resulting from assembly, transit, dealer prep and/or customer usage. *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:
982311
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Minimal clearance of the cd4e transaxle to subframe makes transaxle installation and removal more difficult. *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:
9814
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *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:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Information on "whining" / "buzzing" noise coming through entertainment or two-way radio speaker caused by the fuel pump. *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:
99249
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This bulletin addresses an issue with the automatic transmission fluid seeping from the vent, resulting in fluid collecting on the main control assembly. *tt
Bulletin:
981510
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Revised oil pump installation procedure. yd
Bulletin:
6583
Component:
014200 steering:rack and pinion:rack
Summary:
Information on servicing the left steering rack bushing. *tt
Bulletin:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
9812016
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a concern where the check engine falfunction indicator lamp (mil) may illuminate in below freezing temperatures and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1407 is stored in continuous memory.
Bulletin:
985016
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a concern where the check engine malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate in below freezing temperatures and diagnostic trouble code p1407 is stored in continuous memory. *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:
4674
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles with cd4e transmission may exhibit a condition of no crank / no start in park. vehicle will crank and start in neutral. *tt
Bulletin:
11791
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles with cd4e transmission may exhibit a condition of no crank / no start in park. vehicle will crank and start in neutral. *tt
Bulletin:
00182
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit no forward gear ranges due to the misalignment of the forward / coast clutch cylinder snap ring with respect to the legs of the forward clutch piston. *jb
Bulletin:
14936
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with cd4e auto transaxles may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes for gear ratio or harsh and delayed 1-2 / 2-3 upshifts after transaxle or turbine speed sensor (tss) replacement. *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:
01246
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt
Bulletin:
0224
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the cd4e transaxle may exhibit harsh and delayed 1-2/2-3 upshifts after transaxle or turbine shaft speed sensor replacement, possible diagnostic trouble codes 628, 642, 645, 646, 647, 648, p0731, p0732, p0734, p0
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

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