1997 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Recalls (8)

Campaign:
96V231000 on 11/26/1996
Component:
Air bags:frontal
Manufactured:
10/13/1996 - 10/16/1996
Affected:
742
Defect:
Two bolts that attach the driver air bag to the steering wheel were not installed during vehicle assembly.
Consequence:
In the event of a frontal collision, the air bag module would stay in position during deployment. however, the module could leave the steering wheel cavity following air bag deployment.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and install any bolts that are missing.
Notes:
No owner notification will be performed on this campaign since the vehicles are still in transit to dealers or are being held at dealerships.

Campaign:
98I001000 on 06/04/1998
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Affected:
167,742
Defect:
This is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. ford is initiating an owner notification program for owners of certain 1995-1997 crown victoria model vehicles with police, taxi, and commercial fleet packages and town car vehicles with the livery package. these vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the brake line and the underbody front floor pan assembly which could cause wear of the brake lines.
Consequence:
This could lead to brake fluid loss for the rear brakes and, potentially, increased stopping distances.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the brake lines for wear, install two new tube bundle clips, and check the brake lines for proper clearances. if the brake lines are worn, the damaged section of the brake line will be replaced.
Notes:
Note:ford has decided to conduct a safety improvement service campaign to inspect the brake lines without charge.owners can contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Campaign:
98V322000 on 12/17/1998
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Manufactured:
03/14/1996 - 12/17/1998
Affected:
175,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: certain 1996-1999 ford crown victoria police, fleet, natural gas, and 1996-1999 lincoln town car limousine vehicles that were produced with a lower control arm ball joint containing a one piece bearing; and 1990-1996 ford crown victoria police, fleet, and ngv vehicles and 1990-1996 lincoln town car limousine vehicles that have been serviced with either a ball joint containing the one-piece bearing or a front lower control arm containing a ball joint with a one-piece bearing. the one-piece bearing within the lower control arm ball joint can weaken slowly during use and eventually crack. this could result in separation of the ball and cap of the joint, allowing the control arm to drop to the ground.
Consequence:
If this occurs while the vehicle is moving, reduced steering control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the lower control arm ball joints (2).
Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin january 18, 1999.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:
00V157002 on 06/15/2000
Component:
Seat belts:front:anchorage
Affected:
1,129
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles using aftermarket front passenger side seat belt assemblies that were sold by ford parts departments from january 1, through june 13, 2000. these seat belt assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the equipment involved is service stock seat belt assemblies, model nos. h 9977, h 9979, t 9063, and t 9217, built by trw vehicle safety systems, inc. (trw) manufactured from june 1, 1998 through may 21, 2000. some of these seat belt assemblies may have been installed as service replacement equipment on the vehicles involved in the recall.
Consequence:
In the event of a collision, these seat belts may not restrain an occupant increasing the risk of injury.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the service seat belt assemblies that were installed in these vehicles from january 1 through june 13, 2000.
Notes:
Owner notification began september 28, 2000. 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:
00V157001 on 06/15/2000
Component:
Seat belts:front:anchorage
Affected:
1,167
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles using aftermarket driver's seat belt assemblies that were sold by ford parts departments from january 1, through june 13, 2000. these seat belt assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the equipment involved is service stock seat belt assemblies, model nos. h 9977, h 9979, t 9063, and t 9217, built by trw vehicle safety systems, inc. (trw) manufactured from june 1, 1998 through may 21, 2000. some of these seat belt assemblies may have been installed as service replacement equipment on the vehicles involved in the recall.
Consequence:
In the event of a collision, these seat belts may not restrain an occupant increasing the risk of injury.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the service seat belt assemblies that were installed in these vehicles from january 1 through june 13, 2000.
Notes:
Owner notification began september 28, 2000. 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:
01V318000 on 10/09/2001
Component:
Air bags:frontal:driver side inflator module
Affected:
911
Defect:
Equipment description: passenger vehicles that have had the driver's air bag module replaced after april 5, 2000. the replacement driver's air bag module inflator may have insufficient welds that could prevent proper inflation of the air bag.
Consequence:
in the event of a crash, the driver's air bag may not properly deploy which could potentially result in less than the intended level of occupant protection.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver's air bag module. owner notification began october 5, 2001. 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 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
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:
11/04/1991 - 02/27/1998
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:
15E082000 on 10/05/2015
Component:
Steering
Affected:
1,767
Defect:
Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain model dorman steering shafts, part number 425-359, solutions steering shafts, part number 7-0359, and oe solutions steering shafts, part number 425-359, manufactured april 17, 2014, to september 28, 2015. these aftermarket replacement steering shafts are sold for use in 1995-2002 ford crown victoria, mercury grand marquis, and lincoln town car vehicles. these steering shafts may separate during operation if the integral fastener is loose or missing and if the interfacing vehicle shaft is compressed in length.
Consequence:
If the shafts separate during vehicle operation, a loss of steering control would result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. the recall began on october 28, 2015. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, option 5.
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.

1997 LINCOLN TOWN CAR TSBs (134)

Bulletin:
BC0706961022
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Light to moderate axle noise (axle whine) at 50 to 65 mph (80 to 105 kph) during accels, decels or cruise. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0810961011
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Vehicles equipped w/ an aode or 4r70w trans has a concern of shudder from the transmission torque converter clutch in 3rd or 4th gear or during 3-4 shift. *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:
96246
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *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:
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:
9712
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Interior door trim panel push pin attachment method is not robust enough for frequent servicing. *jd
Bulletin:
BC0314972301
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Inadvertent abs activation on smooth dry pavement. *jd
Bulletin:
BC031A497020
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Inadvertent abs activation on smooth dry pavement. *tw
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:
BC3091970225
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Instructions for diagnosing dtc p0446. *tw
Bulletin:
BC3274970207
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Replacement headlamp bulbs - several aftermarket companies are offering replacement bulbs with a higher wattage that are not dot approved - sold with disclaimer of "for off-road use only" - the bulbs draw more current than the oem bulbs a
Bulletin:
BC3288970206
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit a cold start engine fead belt chirp noise. *tw
Bulletin:
9773
Component:
103300 power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Summary:
Vibration- shudder or vibration under light to moderate acceleration above 56 km/h (35 mph) while in 3rd or 4th gear- vehicles equipped with aode or 4r70w transmission. *jd
Bulletin:
9751
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Interior- leather seat cleaning procedure- service tip. *jd
Bulletin:
9755
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil)- mil illumination- diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0446 stored in memory. *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:
97090297182
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience a lean right condition. *yc
Bulletin:
97090297183
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Experiencing difficulties with the malfunction indicator lamp (mil). *yc
Bulletin:
97090297185
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
A vibration/"buzzing" noise may be heard or felt in the steering wheel on right turns. *yc
Bulletin:
9831
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Repairs to vinyl covered surfaces. *yc
Bulletin:
985A2
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
A squealing and / or moaning noise may be heard from the rear brakes during light to medium brake applications. *tt
Bulletin:
985A3
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
The anti-lock brake system ( abs ) may activate under false abs conditions. *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:
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:
9846
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Some vehicles may stall when decelerating or when turning with no diagnostic trouble codes ( dtcs) stored in continuous memory. *yc
Bulletin:
9847
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding revised remote keyless entry (rke) system. *tt
Bulletin:
98410
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Vehicles may experience torque converter clutch shudder or vibration. *yc
Bulletin:
9852
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
Bulletin:
9863
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit no temperature control and/or a clicking noise heard coming from behind the instrument panel near the glove compartment. *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:
982676
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of loud ping / crackle from exhaust system during cool down. *yc
Bulletin:
98258
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
A vibration / noise felt in steering wheel on right turns.
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:
98223
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
Some vehicles may stall when decelerating or turning with no diagnostic trouble codes ( dtcs ) stored in continuous memory. *yc
Bulletin:
982320
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Some vehicles with a very low odometer reading may experience a lack temperature control. *yc
Bulletin:
982323
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Information regarding replacement and / or repairs on any lock component. *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:
9947
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine experiencing roughness at idle due to exhaust system resonance. *tt
Bulletin:
9812
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Experiencing squealing and / or moaning noise from the rear brakes during light to medium brake applications. *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:
9816
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles may stall during deceleration and / or turning with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) store in continuous memory. *tt
Bulletin:
98111
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit harsh ride quality or excessive road feel through the steering wheel while going over sharp bumps. *tt
Bulletin:
976011
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Experiencing difficulty diagnosing vehicles with evaporative fuel system diagnostic trouble codes. *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:
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:
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:
983107
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Brief information regarding engines being added to the fqr (ford quality renewal) assembly program. *tt
Bulletin:
983220
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience an intermittent stall when stopped within the first mile following a cold start. *tt
Bulletin:
996785
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Vehicles equipped with a cellular phone may exhibit a condition in which the cellular phone does not ring when receiving incoming calls. *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:
9836
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information concerning vibration-shudder under light to moderate acceleration above 56 km/h (35mph) in 3rd or 4rd gear- vehicles equipped with aode or 4r70w transmission.
Bulletin:
99185
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Vehicles built between 3/15/1997 and 12/31/1998 and with 4r70w transmissions may experience delayed or no 2-3 upshift, transmission control indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0782 stored in memory. *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:
99195
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Service information for musty and mildew type odors coming from the air conditioning / heating system. *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:
99234
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on diagnosing a vehicle with malfunction indicator lamp illuminated and diagnostic trouble codes p0442 and p0455 stored in continuous memory. *tt
Bulletin:
99242
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks. *tt
Bulletin:
98163
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Locks failed. yd
Bulletin:
98B19S1
Component:
033110 service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Summary:
Owner notification program 98b19-s1 - brake line wear on certain vehicles. correction to original technical instructions regarding diameter of replacement brake lines. yd
Bulletin:
7312
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with factory installed moonroof may exhibit a booming or buffeting noise while traveling at speeds greater than 40 mph when the moonroof is open. *tt
Bulletin:
13025
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a bang popping noise heard from the exhaust system during cool-down. *tt
Bulletin:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
8136
Component:
138200 visibility:defroster/defogger system:rear window
Summary:
Subject pertaining to heated backglass repair processes. *tt
Bulletin:
13868
Component:
138200 visibility:defroster/defogger system:rear window
Summary:
Information regarding heated backglass repair processes. *tt
Bulletin:
8300
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exibit a bang popping noise heard from the exhaust system during cool-down. *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:
985090
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of loud ping / crackle from exhaust system during cool down. *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:
12178
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Information regarding tsb 98-5a-12 (transaxle/transmission/transfer case-vehicles towed behind recreational vehicles-recommended guidelines) does not list towing information for certain model vehicles. *mjs
Bulletin:
8300
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a bang / popping noise heard from the exhaust system during cool-down. **mr
Bulletin:
98-4739
Component:
012200 steering:column locking:anti-theft device
Summary:
Intermittent/false anti-theft activation. *ak
Bulletin:
6728
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a bang popping noise heard from the exhaust system during cool-down. *tt
Bulletin:
13057
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Concerns with cellular phones not ringing when receiving calls. *tt
Bulletin:
13400
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Some cars equipped with factory installed moonroof may exhibit a booming or buffeting noise while traveling at speeds greater than 40 mph when the moonroof is open. *tt
Bulletin:
98-4804
Component:
330000 interior lighting
Summary:
Some 1995-1999 crown victoria/grand marquis/ continental, 1995-1997town car and 1997-1998 mark viii eqipped with remote keyless entry, may exhibit concerns with interior lights turning on and then off while parked. *ak
Bulletin:
4619
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit malfunction indicator light on with evaporative diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455 set. *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:
4715
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of loud ping / crackle from the exhaust system during cool down. *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:
12219
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
For all vehicles with lighting control module concerns that require a module replacement, the technican must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module. *tt
Bulletin:
12223
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
For all vehicles with drivers door module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing. *tt
Bulletin:
12224
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
For all vehicles with drivers seat module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module. *tt
Bulletin:
12226
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
For all vehicles with remote keyless entry concerns that require a module and / or transmitter (keyfob) replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module or keyfob. *tt
Bulletin:
12230
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
All vehicles with antilock brake module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module. *tt
Bulletin:
12298
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 4r70w transmissions may exhibit delayed or no 2-3 upshift, primarily when the transmission is cold. transmission control indicator light (tcil) may also flash with diagnostic trouble code p0782. *tt
Bulletin:
090308
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Mil light on with evaporative dtc p0442, p0455
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:
00E11
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Service action bulletin regarding on-board diagnostic system upgrade. *tt
Bulletin:
00213
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Subject regarding climate control - eatc - blower motor control service tips. *jb
Bulletin:
14370
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on programming remotes after driver door module replacement. *jb
Bulletin:
00E11
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Service action 00e11, supplement #1 - update information regarding on-board diagnostic system upgrade. *tt
Bulletin:
14862
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Information on replacing fuel tank strap bolts. *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:
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:
15158
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a fead belt jump-off toss. *yh
Bulletin:
01181
Component:
103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Summary:
Brake shift interlock.*jb
Bulletin:
012114
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Parts and procedure to reduce the potential of fuel tank punctures during rare and extremely high-speed rear impacts. *tt
Bulletin:
01205
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt
Bulletin:
0214
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
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:
0222
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an intake manifold crossover (first runner) coolant seepage condition. *tt
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:
0398
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457. *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:
03203
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457 or p1442 or a check fuel cap lamp illuminated with dtc p0457 for the evaporative emission system. *tt
Bulletin:
17310
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0420 (catalyst system efficiency below threshold - bank 1) and/or p0430 (catalyst system efficiency below threshold - bank 2). *tt
Bulletin:
03245
Component:
063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0420 and/or p0430. *tt
Bulletin:
03261
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
New service part - number 5 needle bearing and race kit - 4r70w transmission - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
02208
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
Bulletin:
04217
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
042107
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
0531
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Customer satisfaction program 05b31 - information only. a possibility that during a high speed / high energy rear collision, certain components have an increased risk of puncturing the fuel tank on vehicles with limo prep package limo pack
Bulletin:
05N04
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Extended coverage program 05n04 - extended coverage for composite intake manifold. this program is being provided as a settlement to a class action lawsuit. the terms of the settlement extend the coverage of the all-composite intake manif
Bulletin:
07212
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with a 4.6l 2v, 5.4l 2v, or 6.8l 2v engine--spark plug thread repair procedure--not covered under new vehicle limited warranty. *nj this includes f-53 motorhome chassis. updated 2/23/10. *pe
Bulletin:
CSP 08B04
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Ford/lincoln mercury: certain 1992-2001 model year crown victoria, grand marquis, and town car vehicles registered in the states of wisconsin and connecticut upgrade modifications for high speed rear impacts. *pe

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