1998 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS Recalls (7)

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:
00V200000 on 07/19/2000
Component:
Equipment:mechanical:jacks
Manufactured:
06/17/1997 - 06/14/2000
Affected:
875,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. these vehicles have jacking instructions which, if followed, could cause the vehicle operator to place the jack on a frame weld when attempting to raise a rear wheel. if the vehicle is jacked up with the jack placed on the frame weld and if the vehicle is free to roll (wheels not blocked or chocked), the jack could yield and the vehicle may drop suddenly.
Consequence:
If this occurs and any portion of the operator's body is under the vehicle, the potential for personal injury exists.
Correction:
Owners will be provided with a revised jack instruction and stowage card and jack warning label, as well as a supplement to the owner guide.
Notes:
Owner notification began august 3, 2000.owners who do not receive the free instructions and label 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:
06E056000 on 06/22/2006
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Affected:
58,640
Defect:
Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from january 16 through june 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector is fully attached.
Consequence:
Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Correction:
Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. the recall began on august 4, 2006. owners may contact ufi filters usa at 800-230-5876.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to ufi filters usa (purolator) aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.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:
07V336000 on 08/02/2007
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:
02/04/1992 - 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:
08V051000 on 02/03/2008
Component:
Vehicle speed control:cruise control
Manufactured:
02/04/1992 - 10/30/1997
Affected:
225,000
Defect:
Ford is recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 econoline, my 1993-1995 taurus sho, my 1992-1998 crown victoria, my 1993 bronco, f-series, my 1995-1997 f-series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998 mercury grand marquis, and my 1992-1995 lincoln town car vehicles. the affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that is not compatible with the vehicle circuit polarity.
Consequence:
As a result, the fuse is located in the output circuit rather than in the intended input power feed circuit, and may not offer the intended protection in the event of an electrical short to ground.
Correction:
Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. the recall began on february 18, 2008. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 08s01.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.

1998 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS TSBs (164)

Bulletin:
97090297183
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Experiencing difficulties with the malfunction indicator lamp (mil). *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:
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:
98412
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
The 4r70w transmission installed in some vehicles will have an orange
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:
982510
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Some vehicles built after march 9-1998, may be missing a screw and grommet in the rear edge of the front door trim panels. *yc
Bulletin:
982525
Component:
034400 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit brake squeal from the rear when braking. *yc
Bulletin:
982543
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Some vehicles with anti lock brakes may exhibit customer concerns of a momentary buzz type noise from the left side of the engine compartment. this could be caused by abs brake system self testing. *ak
Bulletin:
982680
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Seat regulator control switches ( located in the door trim panels ) are available for service. *yc
Bulletin:
982723
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Exhibiting an intermittent stall concern with either no diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) or dtc p12600 trouble code. *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:
982518
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibt a concern with light spark knock / detonation while acceleration in ambient tempertures greater than 32 c (90 f). *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:
9943
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt
Bulletin:
9945
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Exhibiting a buzzing and / or whistling noise from right hand windshield area at 50 mph. *tt
Bulletin:
9947
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine experiencing roughness at idle due to exhaust system resonance. *tt
Bulletin:
99B03
Component:
072200 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Summary:
Subject regarding inadvertent activation of the inertia switch. *tt
Bulletin:
5789
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Replacing front brake rotors. *tt
Bulletin:
12609
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Information regarding pinpint test / 4wabs diagnostic trouble code b1676 (battery voltage) - update. *tt
Bulletin:
12615
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Subject regarding fuel tank clunk. *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:
99B03S1
Component:
072200 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Summary:
Information regarding the inertia switch. *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:
6312
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience a condition where all the keyless entry functions are inoperative (i.e., key fobs, power door locks, express down window, and remote trunk release). *tt
Bulletin:
6330
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Experiencing a popping / snapping noise from the instrument panel. *tt
Bulletin:
12893
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicle may exhibit an exhaust moan hear on slight acceleration. *tt
Bulletin:
98-4828
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Subject pertaining to the service manual not having a pinpoint test for "degraded am reception or continuous seek in am" in the diagnosis and testing portion of the audio chapter. *tt
Bulletin:
983073
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a drive line vibration. *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:
9811351
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles with 4r70w transmission may have a harsh reverse engagement. *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:
99219
Component:
017000 steering:linkages
Summary:
This bulletin mentions that the workshop manuals do not contain a procedure for inspecting the pitman arm ball joint for wear. *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:
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:
7249
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information on using peanut style a/c fittings. *tt
Bulletin:
6506
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an exhaust moan / roar heard on slight acceleration and at speeds near 42 mph for single exhaust and near 62 mph on dual exhaust cars. *tt
Bulletin:
6617
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Exhibiting an intermittent concern where the window one touch down feature will operate from window switch locations other than the driver's door. *tt
Bulletin:
12950
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicle engines may crank without starting. *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:
7874
Component:
112000 electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Summary:
The vehicle may exhibit detonation/spark knock.
Bulletin:
8060
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a slight steering drift / wander condition, usually noted during highway driving. *tt
Bulletin:
986001
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Information regarding publication cd update. *ak
Bulletin:
8382
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a miss, buck / jerk, surge in the ignition coil / spark plug boot. *tt
Bulletin:
985017
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Experiencing a grunt or squeak noise from the front suspension when turning the steering to full lock, to the left or the right. *tt
Bulletin:
5078
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 4r70w transmissions may experience harsh reverse engagement. *tt
Bulletin:
985099
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
On some vehicles, the fuel gauges may stick at full or approximately 3/4 full. *tt
Bulletin:
985143
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles with 4r70w transmissions built from 4/16/98 through the end of the 1998 model year may exhibit a leak from the vent area of the transmission. *tt
Bulletin:
5156
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation on hard acceleration or lacks power on acceleration. *tt
Bulletin:
985166
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a popping / ticking noise when the car is shifted from reverse to forward gear. *tt
Bulletin:
11482
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
For certain model vehicles, the 4r70w transmission solenoid molded leadframe must be replaced when removed. *tt
Bulletin:
9811483
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some police and export cars equipped with phonelic piston calipers may exhibit brake squeal from the rear when braking. *tt
Bulletin:
9811492
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Vehicles built after march 9, 1998 may be missing a screw and grommet in the rear edge of the front door trim panels. *tt
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:
8576
Component:
204000 wheels:cap/cover/hub
Summary:
Some vehicles with full size luxury wheels covers may exhibit a clicking noise while driving. **mr
Bulletin:
14081
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an inoperative keyless entry pad. **mr
Bulletin:
14080
Component:
204000 wheels:cap/cover/hub
Summary:
Some vehicles with full size luxury wheel covers may exhibit a clicking noise while driving. **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:
14181
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Concerns with fuel tank thump. *tt
Bulletin:
99-6193
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Information on resetting the passive anti-theft system (pats). *tt
Bulletin:
6218
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Conditions with cosmetic cracks in the frame at the rear upper control arm access opening. *tt
Bulletin:
12743
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Exhibiting malfunction indicator lamp (mil) with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc(s) po351 and / or p0356 (coil primary circuit malfunction). *tt
Bulletin:
12763
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Exhibiting a condition where the keyless entry functions are inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
6035
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with teves four wheel anti-lock brakes (4wabs) may exhibit a yellow anti-lock brake lamp illuminated with no diagnostic trouble codes in memory. *tt
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:
12714
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Some vehicles may develop cosmetic cracks in the frame at the rear upper control arm access opening when operated under severe duty conditions. *tt
Bulletin:
7194
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding ford quality renewal (fqr) assembly launch of 4.6l 2v engine. *tt
Bulletin:
13355
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information regarding a/c peanut o-ring color. *tt
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:
4652
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some vehicles (built between feb 23 and mar 20 1998) may exhibit a concern of cannot communicate with the lighting control module (lcm), door diagnostic module (ddm), and airbag module. *tt
Bulletin:
4656
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise from exhaust system nvh damper on the left hand damper only. *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:
12794
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Concerns with an intermittent pop / snap noise from the instrument panel. *tt
Bulletin:
99152
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
Bulletin:
4699
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
On some vehicles, the engine may be overfilled with oil. this may be caused by misinterpretation of the oil level indicator (dipstick) markings. *tt
Bulletin:
11770
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some vehicles cannot communicate with the lighting control module (lcm), door diagnostic module (ddm), and airbag module. *tt
Bulletin:
11774
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise from the exhaust system nvh damper on the left hand damper only. *tt
Bulletin:
11807
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some engines may be overfilled with oil caused by isinterpretation of the oil level indicator (dipstick) markings. *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:
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:
980321
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Pats key programming. *ak
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:
0111
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
On some vehicles, the engine mounts may not exhibit satisfactory durability under severe operating conditions that may be encountered by police, taxi or limo / livery vehicles such as extended idling at high ambient temperatures. *
Bulletin:
00213
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Subject regarding climate control - eatc - blower motor control service tips. *jb
Bulletin:
00214
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information regarding revised engine mounts for severe duty vehicles. *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:
14862
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Information on replacing fuel tank strap bolts. *tt
Bulletin:
14821
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 4.6l romeo engine may exhibit an oil leak from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
Bulletin:
14864
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding certain vehicles with 4.6l romeo engines exhibiting an oil leak from the cylinder head gasket area. *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:
14181
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Vehicles built up to december of 1999 may exhibit a clunk noise from the rear of the vehicle when driving over speed bumps. this may be caused by the fill-limiting valve inside the fuel tank. *tt
Bulletin:
15061
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some vehicles built 04/15/2000 or earlier equipped with a keyless entry system may exhibit an inoperative door-mounted keypad, interior and exterior lamps that self-activate and a weak or discharged vehicle battery. *tt
Bulletin:
15026
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a stall at idle after start-up condition. *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:
01213
Component:
126000 exterior lighting:turn signal
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit an intermittent rapid flashing of the turn signals. *tt
Bulletin:
012110
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the romeo built 4.6l 2v engine may exhibit an engine oil leak or oil weepage from the cylinder head gasket at the right hand rear or the left hand front of the engine. *tt
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:
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:
12120
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles with 4r700 transmissions built from 4/16/98 through the end of the 1998 model year may exhibit a leak from the vent area of the transmission. *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:
02136
Component:
103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Summary:
On some vehicles, the brake shift interlock may be inoperative, now allowing the operator to move the shift lever from the park position. stop lamp operation may also be affected. *tt
Bulletin:
0245
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *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:
0297
Component:
126000 exterior lighting:turn signal
Summary:
Some vehicles produced before 3/5/2002 may exhibit an intermittent rapid flashing of the turn signals. *tt
Bulletin:
15808
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a one-touch down module or a drivers door moudle may exhibit a condition where the drivers window moves down when one of the other windows is operated. *tt
Bulletin:
0326
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
Revised cooling fan motor available. *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:
03144
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine misfire or rough running condition with coil on plug (cop) ignition systems may be more accurately diagnosed using the optional worldwide diagnostic system (wds) coil on plug (cop) kit. 2003 super duty f series included. *tt
Bulletin:
03181
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
03193
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Excessive moisture in the headlamp assembly. *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:
17757
Component:
126000 exterior lighting:turn signal
Summary:
Intermittent rapid flashing of the turn signals. *tt
Bulletin:
17871
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Multiple driveability concerns under acceleration caused by ignition coil. *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:
17810
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission failure where there is a large amount of metal or debris in the pan. *tt
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *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:
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:
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
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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