1998 FORD TAURUS Recalls (4)

Campaign:
98V028000 on 02/24/1998
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Manufactured:
06/08/1997 - 02/11/1998
Affected:
571,800
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the text and/or graphics for the vehicle headlamp aiming instructions provided in the owner guides are not sufficiently clear. this does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
If the headlamp assemblies are replaced, customers may be confused by the aiming instructions provided in the owner guides causing the headlamps to be improperly aimed.
Correction:
Owner guides containing revised aiming instructions will be mailed to owners of these vehicles.
Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin march 23, 1998. owners who do not receive the free owner guide 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:
98V198000 on 08/27/1998
Component:
Seat belts:front:anchorage
Manufactured:
07/30/1998 - 08/06/1998
Affected:
7,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manual seat tracks. the front seat belt buckle attaching stud may have been improperly heat treated. this heat treatment may have resulted in cracks developing in the stud.
Consequence:
If the stud is cracked, in the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the seat belt buckle mounting bracket and stud assembly.
Notes:
Owner notification began september 4, 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 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:
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:
09E012000 on 04/06/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
16,270
Defect:
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

1998 FORD TAURUS TSBs (191)

Bulletin:
97111097231
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Diagnostic and inspection procedure for front suspension noise. *yc
Bulletin:
97111097237
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Concerns with harsh engagements and harsh shifts with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 628, p0741 and/or p1744. *yc
Bulletin:
97090297183
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Experiencing difficulties with the malfunction indicator lamp (mil). *yc
Bulletin:
97090297184
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience static in the am band of the radio while driving. *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:
9802169837
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience an no forward or reverse movement. *yc
Bulletin:
9802169838
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Transaxles use a new transmission fluid. *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:
9888
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
Bulletin:
9844
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some difficulty in matching the texture of the oem anti-chip stone abrasion material to rpair materials when servicing. *yc
Bulletin:
9845
Component:
045300 service brakes, air:disc:rotor
Summary:
Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc
Bulletin:
98411
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Service procedure for blue service tagged transaxles. *yc
Bulletin:
9851
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Exerpeincing a moaning noise heard from the power steering during engine idle. *tt
Bulletin:
9852
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
Bulletin:
9853
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Cooling system concerns such as: stuck thermostat; vibration or thumping from engine'; leaking radiator or heater core; coolant smell; ... ;lack of heat. *tt
Bulletin:
9864
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
Bulletin:
9865
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter clutch not engaging and/or diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0741 or p1744 stored in memory. *yc
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:
982523
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some engine valves may exhibit a customer concern of a moan noise at idle. *ak
Bulletin:
982675
Component:
106220 power train:axle assembly:axle shaft:seal
Summary:
A revised forward clutch inner seal for the axod, axode, ax4s & ax4n transaxle is available with improved sealing and reduced chance of the seal rolling during installation. *yc
Bulletin:
98251
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Concerns of a possible chafing of the fuel pump assembly wires resulting in an open fuse and/or inoperable fuel pump assembly or a no start condition. *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:
982511
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Service tips on composite fuel rail. *yc
Bulletin:
982513
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Exhibiting an inoperative power window. *yc
Bulletin:
982514
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Concerns with the timing arrows/flags on the back of the camshaft sprocket (s) are mis-marked by as much as 30 degrees rotation. *yc
Bulletin:
984647
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Some vehicles will be delivered with covers over the front brake rotors. *yc
Bulletin:
982112
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles experience a hard start/long crank time condition. *yc
Bulletin:
98203
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Concerns with adhensives not recommended for body panel repairs. *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:
982312
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Issues regareding diagnostic trouble codes ( dtcs ) p0705, p0708, p1704, and / or p1705 may be stored in 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:
98241
Component:
012200 steering:column locking:anti-theft device
Summary:
Diagnostic service tips on passive anti theft system ( pats ). *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:
98203
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Concerns with the potential effects of adhesives used for body panel repairs. *tt
Bulletin:
9941
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Experiencing a moaning noise from the power steering during engine idle. *tt
Bulletin:
9943
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt
Bulletin:
99B05
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Information on replacing generic electronic module (gem). *tt
Bulletin:
5518
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information on servicing oil pan gasket leaks. *tt
Bulletin:
5897
Component:
017500 steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Summary:
Experiencing a squeaking and / or popping noise from the front outer tire rods. *tt
Bulletin:
12515
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes p0135 or p0155 caused by the powertrain control module calibration (pcm). *tt
Bulletin:
12545
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information on determining onboard vapor recovery (orvr) vs. non-orvr. *tt
Bulletin:
12559
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Concerns with reverse clutch that could become sheared or torn in extremely cold temperatures. *tt
Bulletin:
12603
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Vehicle may exhibit a diahnostic trouble code p0135 or p0155 caused by the powertrain control module (pcm) calibration. *tt
Bulletin:
12614
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Subject regarding redesigned transaxle pump gasket to remove gasket material that could break off and stick valves in the valve body. *tt
Bulletin:
12616
Component:
103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:
Information on transaxle service case replacement with oss (output shaft speed sensor) hole. *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:
9818
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Fuel pump replacement procedure - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
98110
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Subject regarding passive anti theft system (pats) diagnostic service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
976011
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Experiencing difficulty diagnosing vehicles with evaporative fuel system diagnostic trouble codes. *tt
Bulletin:
9985
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Service tip information regarding the redesigned ax4n pump gasket. *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:
99126
Component:
182000 vehicle speed control:linkages
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on with spark knock; rolling idle; and / or misfire codes stored in memory. *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:
6478
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information on the availability of ford quality renewal 2.5l and 3.0l 4v engines. *tt
Bulletin:
996040
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
Subject regarding electronic crash sensor (ecs) module location. *tt
Bulletin:
996123
Component:
103300 power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Summary:
Concerns with buzz or vibration with the gear selector in park. *tt
Bulletin:
983112
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent neutral condition after driving and coming to a stop. *tt
Bulletin:
983113
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an overheat conditon and / or a thermostat stuck-closed. *tt
Bulletin:
983221
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Exhibiting a vibration at sppeds of 45 mph and above with the cruise on.
Bulletin:
983293
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding incorrect pin point test. *tt
Bulletin:
983566
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Information regarding programming / diagnosing passive anti-theft system (pats) related issues. *tt
Bulletin:
983566
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Information on programming / diagnosing any passive anti-theft system (pats) related issues. *tt
Bulletin:
9811156
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an overheat condition with possible engine failure. *tt
Bulletin:
983496
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit b1522 or gem "hood sw" pid concerns. *tt
Bulletin:
996735
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the ax4s transaxle may exhibit a harsh 3-2 downshift when coasting around a corner and then stepping into the throttle to accelerate away from the corner. *tt
Bulletin:
996874
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject pertaining to the sbds relative cam timing test which has been temporarily removed from use on some vehicles due to noise concerns. *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:
99183
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure. *tt
Bulletin:
99184
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with ax4s transaxle, may exhibit a harsh 2-3 downshift may occur when coasting around a corner and then accelerating. *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:
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:
13180
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart. *mjs
Bulletin:
13250
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Information regarding slight vibration upon acceleration. *mjs
Bulletin:
7249
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information on using peanut style a/c fittings. *tt
Bulletin:
98163
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Locks failed. yd
Bulletin:
7306
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Service tip for vehicles built 11/1/1997 - 2/15/1999 with single illuminated vanity mirror sun visors only, may exhibit a broken sunvisor stowage bracket. *tt
Bulletin:
98164
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
A transeal coating is on the front and rear bumpers. this coating must be removed before delivery to the customer. yd
Bulletin:
6567
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding ford quality renewal (fqr) assemblies. *tt
Bulletin:
6579
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information diagnosing vehicles that may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p1309 stored in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
6612
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit front suspension noise due to front strut, front sway bar links or symptoms such as premature rear brake pad wear due to seized rear brake calipers or slides. *tt
Bulletin:
6646
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Some vehicles with 3.0l 4-valve engines built between 12/17/97 and 6/30/99 may exhibit a hard start / long crank or a rough idle after a cold start. *tt
Bulletin:
6696
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding ford quality renewal (fqr) exchange program. *tt
Bulletin:
13472
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
For vehicles that require configuration of the electronic crash sensor moudle to settings other than the preset settings, the configuration instructions were omitted from the shop manual. *tt
Bulletin:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
7855
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit intermittent instrument control panel (icp) illumination.
Bulletin:
0035
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Vehicles may experience high idle. *mjs
Bulletin:
8199
Component:
021100 suspension:front:stabilizer bar
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a rattling or clunking noise from the front end (front stabilizer link) under normal driving conditions.
Bulletin:
8316
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with compact disc changer may exhibit a 6 disc cd changer that is not ejecting the magazine or is not responding to command from the radio.
Bulletin:
13802
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent loss of instrument control panel (icp) illumination. *mjs
Bulletin:
12066
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Some vehicles were calibrated with increased air flow at closed throttle to prevent tip-in bumps, a result may be reduced deceleration feel and less engine rpm reduction at closed throttle with the vehicle moving. *mjs
Bulletin:
12079
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit a buzz or rattle condition on a cold start or during a low rpm stead speed. *mjs
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:
12163
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a slight vibration during acceleration only. *mjs
Bulletin:
985083
Component:
063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
Summary:
Some vehicles (3.0l 4 valve only) may exhibit a catalytic converter buzz or rattle condition on a cold start or during a low rpm steady speed. *tt
Bulletin:
985084
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
A condition may exist where reduced deceleration feel and less engine rpm reduction at closed throttle with the vehcle moving; speed control not responding quickly when switched to off or decel may also be noted. *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:
12189
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Information on installation a new fuel pump , ensure that the pump has plastic sheathing over the wires. *mjs
Bulletin:
9811481
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 3.0l 4-valve engines may exhibit a customer concern of a moan noise at idle. *tt
Bulletin:
8016
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent loss of integrated control panel (icp) illumination. **mr**
Bulletin:
8583
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit dtc p1518 and / or p1519, related to intake manifold runner control (imrc). *mr
Bulletin:
14087
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code p1518 and/or p1519, related to intake manifold runner control (imrc). **mr
Bulletin:
11530
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
When diagnosing crank / no start on certain vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft (pats) check the customers key ring for any magnetic objects like the mobile speedpass key which may affect the signal transmission between the pats key a
Bulletin:
14220
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with an ax4n transaxle may exhibit a shudder during a 3-4 shift. *tt
Bulletin:
98-4731
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Clunk or plop coming from front end. *ak
Bulletin:
99-6193
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Information on resetting the passive anti-theft system (pats). *tt
Bulletin:
6283
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Important information on removing rear tie down brackets during pre-delivery. *tt
Bulletin:
98-4737
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Engine spark knock on acceleration. *ak
Bulletin:
98-4741
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Fuel gauge accuracy or fuel gauge erratic operation. *ak
Bulletin:
12704
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Subject regarding all vehicles requires a parameter reset to be performed on the passive anti-theft system module (pats / vic / hec) when the powertrain control module (pcm) is replaced. *tt
Bulletin:
12784
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Information on removing rear tie down brackets during pdi as required. *tt
Bulletin:
12570
Component:
017500 steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit front outer tie rods squeak and / or pop noise over bumps and / or turning. *tt
Bulletin:
13101
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding the sbds relative cam timing test. *tt
Bulletin:
7292
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Nners of the edsr-of-the-month quality award announcement for september. *tt
Bulletin:
13381
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Subject regarding service tip for sun visor bracket breakage. *tt
Bulletin:
98-4803
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some 1996-1998 taurus/sable vehicles with 3.0l 4-v engine may exhibit a concern of moan noise at idle.
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:
4647
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Important pre-delivery information regarding some vehicles delivered with covers over the front brake rotors. *tt
Bulletin:
4655
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information on the service evaporator assemblies. *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:
4677
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hard / no start concern when parked in a steep nose-up position with less than 1/4 tank of fuel and for an extended period of time. *tt
Bulletin:
4695
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Some vehicles with manual locks built between 4/7/98 and 7/17/98 may have a concern of excessive power drain or dead battery. *tt
Bulletin:
11764
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Subject regarding vehicles which will be delivered with covers over the front brake rotors. *tt
Bulletin:
11773
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Subject regarding service evaporator assemblies. *tt
Bulletin:
11795
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hard / no start concern when parked in a steep nose-up position with less than 1/4 tank of fuel and for an extended period of time. *tt
Bulletin:
11803
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Some vehicles with manual locks built between 4/7/98 and 7/17/98 may have a concern of excessive power drain or dead battery. *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:
5226
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Information on installing a new fuel pump on certain vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
5301
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Information on vehicles exhibiting an inoperative power window. *tt
Bulletin:
5304
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
Information on front disc brake rotor protectors currently being installed on certain vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
12238
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an inoperative power window concerns. *tt
Bulletin:
090308
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Mil light on with evaporative dtc p0442, p0455
Bulletin:
980321
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Pats key programming. *ak
Bulletin:
00E11
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Service action bulletin regarding on-board diagnostic system upgrade. *tt
Bulletin:
00263
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a power window that will not operate downward because it's stuck / bound to the weathership header. *tt
Bulletin:
14584
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding flex fuel vechicle oil and fuel recommendations. *jb
Bulletin:
00203
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
A separation between layers of the instrument panel.*jb
Bulletin:
00191
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience a separation between layers of the instrument panel. *jb
Bulletin:
14355
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information pertaining to duratec oil pan investigation. *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:
0162
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft system (pats) may not start or crank. *tt
Bulletin:
14856
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles equpped with 3.0l 2v vulcan or 4v duratec engine may exhibit an exhaust rust-thru, weld fatigue condition between the two toeboard catalysts where a tie-in bracket is welded to the formed inlet pipe of the rear bank toeboard c
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:
13802
Component:
330000 interior lighting
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent loss of integrated control panel (icp) illumination. audio and climate controls continue to operate during the icp's loss of illumination condition. this may be caused by a faulty internal ribbo
Bulletin:
14220
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Information used to service ax4n transaxle equipped vehicles exhibiting shudder during 3-4 shift. *tt
Bulletin:
14355
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Exhibiting an oil leak from the engine oil pan. *tt
Bulletin:
15059
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Concerns with vehicles equipped with a ax4n / 4f50n transaxle exhibiting a shudder during a 3-4 shift. *tt
Bulletin:
01116
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit cooling system conditions such contaminated / corroded coolant; leaking / discolored coolant overflow bottles; vibration from engine; leaking heater core; coolant overflow; high temperature gauge readings, etc.
Bulletin:
01124
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
On some vehicles, engine oil may continue to leak from the engine oil pan gasket area after an engine oil pan gasket repair has been performed. *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:
012113
Component:
116100 electrical system:ignition:switch
Summary:
Some ignition switch lock cylinder assemblies may exhibit rougness and / or excess effort in turning, key does not fully return from start, a malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate with p0500, p1502 and u1039 stored in powertrian control
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:
15370
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park. *tt
Bulletin:
15392
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a park pullout clunk noise when shifting from park to another gear position. *tt
Bulletin:
15390
Component:
063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a check engine light and/or egr diagnostic trouble codes 332, p0401, p1407 (lackof egr flow). *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:
02153
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the 3.0l 4v duratec engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with a diagnostic trouble code p1518, intake manifold runner control. *tt
Bulletin:
0245
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt
Bulletin:
15820
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with an ax4n/4f50n transaxle may exhibit a shudder during a 3-4 shift. *tt
Bulletin:
15879
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some sho vehicles may exhibit a ticking noise originating from the valve cover area. *tt
Bulletin:
870197
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes p1336, p1309 and p0340. *tt
Bulletin:
03123
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter clutch not engaging when commanded and/or diagnostic trouble codes p0741 or p1744 stored in memory. models from 1996 to 2003. *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:
03141
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
In vehicle loctite service procedure for camshaft tube and gear. *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:
17358
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park with the vehicle parked on an incline. *tt this bulletin updates previous bulletin 17358, dated 11/01/2003 to include 2005 models. *tt
Bulletin:
02221
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj
Bulletin:
02236
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Erratic operation of the cool/warm function of the temperature control system - repair procedure for stratification (secondary) temperature blend door. *tt
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
02183
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Exhaust system y-pipe crack at the noise vibration harness bracket. *mj
Bulletin:
031404
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. to include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.
Bulletin:
02208
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
Bulletin:
042107
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
18614
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Surge, idle roll, rough idle only when the engine cooling fans are operating. *tt
Bulletin:
041601
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running. *tt

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