1999 FORD F SUPER DUTY Recalls (3)

Campaign:
98V070000 on 04/08/1998
Component:
Vehicle speed control:cables
Manufactured:
11/30/1997 - 03/11/1998
Affected:
3,500
Defect:
Vehicle description: motor home chassis. the accelerator cable is susceptible to freezing. water can accumulate in the end fitting and at temperatures of 32 degrees fahrenheit and below, can freeze. the ice could prevent the accelerator from return to idle.
Consequence:
Increased stopping distance would be required, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the accelerator cable with a revised accelerator cable.
Notes:
Owner notification began may 13, 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:
98V304000 on 12/01/1998
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:
01/04/1998 - 11/08/1998
Affected:
19,187
Defect:
Vehicle description: motor home chassis. the accelerator cable is susceptible to freezing. water can accumulate in the end fitting and can freeze at temperatures of 32 degrees fahrenheit and below. the ice could prevent the accelerator from returning to idle.
Consequence:
Increased stopping distance would be required, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the accelerator cable with a revised accelerator cable.
Notes:
Owner notification began december 28,1998.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:
99V265000 on 10/17/1999
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:
01/01/1998 - 08/04/1999
Affected:
10,537
Defect:
Vehicle description: super duty trucks and chassis-cabs equipped with 5.4l manual transmission powertrains. the accelerator cable core wire can wear the cable conduit end fitting due to a fifteen degree angle it makes with the conduit at the throttle body end. this could also lead to wear or separation of strands of the core wire, which could prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position.
Consequence:
A "stuck" throttle could adversely affect vehicle control.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the accelerator cable and throttle body.
Notes:
Owner notification began october 11, 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).

1999 FORD F SUPER DUTY TSBs (107)

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:
9878
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Significant changes have been made to the 7.3l dit engine effective with the 1998 and 1999 model years. *yc
Bulletin:
982450
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit an air bag light on and possible codes 1933 and / or 1935. *yc
Bulletin:
982694
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Conditions with the adapter tool # 014-00931-2 is installed on the fuel pump inlet as described, damage to the fuel pump will occur. *yc
Bulletin:
982722
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 5.4l or 6.8l engines may display a lack of power on acceleration. *yc
Bulletin:
982321
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Service procedures and vehicle attitude service kits have been developed to assist customers and vehicle modifiers with side -to- side leveling concerns related to weight distribution. *yc
Bulletin:
98247
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
A low clutch pedal engagement and / or hard shifting after operating several miles may occur on some vehicles. *yc
Bulletin:
9943
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt
Bulletin:
9946
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Concerns with transmission fluid leaking at radiator. *tt
Bulletin:
5745
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a dual media (am / fm / cassette / cd) or am / fm cassette radio may exhibit an intermittent or inoperative rear speaker. *tt
Bulletin:
5807
Component:
135000 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices
Summary:
Information on adjusting trailer tow mirrors. *tt
Bulletin:
12505
Component:
210000 trailer hitches
Summary:
Complaints that trailer tow mirrors hard to adjust in one or more directions. *tt
Bulletin:
12507
Component:
062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Summary:
Subject regarding upper radiator hose production change. *tt
Bulletin:
98130
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Service procedure for orange service tagged transmissions. *tt
Bulletin:
6450
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Subject regarding torquing of trackbar when performing alignment.
Bulletin:
12857
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Information regarding floorpan vibration during part-throttle acceleration. *tt
Bulletin:
996101
Component:
073000 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Summary:
Awareness message regarding new diesel injector. *tt
Bulletin:
996104
Component:
103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:
Conditions with normally occuring intermittent transfer case bindup. *tt
Bulletin:
996109
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Information on windshield repairs. *tt
Bulletin:
99163
Component:
021232 suspension:front:springs:air suspension:springs/bags
Summary:
Experiencing a squeak type noise heard from the front springs as they compress during driving on some vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
99169
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a no 3-4 upshift, or a 3-4 / 4-3 shift hunt only while the cruise control is in use. *tt
Bulletin:
996747
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with either the trailer towing package or chassis cab may exhibit various trailer related electrical conditions. instructions on installing the trailer towing relays and fuses are provided in the trailer towing kit.
Bulletin:
996750
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit condensation leaks on the passenger floor coming from the floor duct or heater core seal. *tt
Bulletin:
996768
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on vehicles built from 2/22/99 through 7/3/99 equipped with dual rear wheels (drw) exhibiting erratic automatic transmission shifting, erratic speedometer operation and check engine light 'on' and diagnostic trouble code p0500 s
Bulletin:
996889
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information on 7.3l dit vehicles exhibiting an intermittent engine knock which may be perceived as a rod knock. *tt
Bulletin:
9913138
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Information on replacing and removing the generic electronic module (gem). *tt
Bulletin:
9913142
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information on all vehicles built after 5/19/99 equipped with the 7.3l dit with a engine serial # greater than 1039780 now have a filter screen added to the high pressure oil reservoir. *tt
Bulletin:
99222
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
Bulletin:
99194
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
6905
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Information on removing and / or replacing the generic electronic module (gem). *tt
Bulletin:
13327
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Some super duty f series 250 - 550 vehicles may exhibit tubocharger noise, exhaust noise, or oil / soot presence on the rear of engine or turbocharger. *tt
Bulletin:
13412
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4x4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4x4 low range, with no (dtc) diagnostic trouble code stored in the gem. *tt
Bulletin:
6650
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some vehicles built from job 1 to 5/5/1999 may exhibit a squeaking noise emanating from the front springs. *tt
Bulletin:
6662
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some trucks may exhibit a squeal type noise from the front axle area. *tt
Bulletin:
6683
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Subject regarding a pull condition under hard braking. *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:
13541
Component:
170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:
Exhibiting a pop or creaking noise under the cab of the vehicle on some trucks. *tt
Bulletin:
12104
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 4r100 transmission may exhibit a flashing tcil with diagnostic trouble code dtc 1728 in memory. *mjs
Bulletin:
5052
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding loss of power. *tt
Bulletin:
985141
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 4r100 transmission may exhibit a flashing tcil with diagnostic trouble code 1728 in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
985188
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some trucks witj 4r100 transmissions may exhibit a concern of fuse #19 blown, overdrive cancel light (ocil) flashing and instrument cluster gauges inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
98-4719
Component:
102400 power train:manual transmission:lubricant
Summary:
Repeat message revised will have to reconfigure gem with service card if vehicle equipped with manual transmission.
Bulletin:
98-4720
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Low clutch pedal engagement 7.3l dit. *ak
Bulletin:
98-4729
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Rough idle. *ak
Bulletin:
9877
Component:
135000 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices
Summary:
Procedures for trailer tow mirror glass replacement. *yc
Bulletin:
98-4810
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Technical assistance for speedometer accuracy concerning 19999 f super duty trucks is available through cluster service center phone line 800-259-9700-prompt #1.
Bulletin:
4605
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding additional verbage to the service manual to the overhead trip computer section. *tt
Bulletin:
4606
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit hard shifting and low clutch pedal engagement (less than 1/2 in from floor). *tt
Bulletin:
4657
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Some trucks equipped with the 7.3l dit may exhibit a lack of power, poor fuel economy, malfunction indicator lamp light on, no / hard start or runs rough after driving in normal rain conditions. *tt
Bulletin:
4667
Component:
072200 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Summary:
Subject regarding new dual fuel filter element. *tt
Bulletin:
4698
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
On some vehicles, the rubber stop bumper may be missing from the parking brake control, a replacement service part is now available. *tt
Bulletin:
11775
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the 7.3l dit may exhibit a lack of power, poor fuel economy, malfunction indicator light on, no / hard start or runs rough after driving in normal rain conditions. *tt
Bulletin:
11784
Component:
072200 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Summary:
New dual fuel filter element released for production on april 13 for trucks with 7.3l dit. *tt
Bulletin:
11806
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Subject regarding a missing rubber stop bumper from the parking brake cotnrol. *tt
Bulletin:
11819
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some trucks equipped with the 7.3l dit engine may exhibit a lack of power and / or a whistle noise coming from the engine compartment. *tt
Bulletin:
5141
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles with 4r100 transmission may exhibit a flashing tcil with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) 1728 in memory.dtc 1728 is defined as internal transmission element slippage. this splippage can occur anywhere in the transmission includ
Bulletin:
5239
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 7.3l engine and 4r100 transmission may exhibit a shift flare (increase in rpm during 2-3 / 3-4 shifts). *tt
Bulletin:
5263
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Brief information on vehicles exhibiting loss of power. *tt
Bulletin:
5269
Component:
101200 power train:clutch assembly:bell housing
Summary:
Subject regarding vehicles with 7.3l di and 4r100 transmission experiencing a grinding / scraping noise from bellhousing. *tt
Bulletin:
5270
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding hard start or no start condition. *tt
Bulletin:
5292
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding the cupholder on some vehicles which may not fully retract into the cupholder instrument panel opening, not allowing the cupholder finish panel to fit flush with the instrument panel. *tt
Bulletin:
5313
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 7.3l / m60d transmission may exhibit a low / soft clutch pedal condition. *tt
Bulletin:
5343
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
This bulletin states that replacement under warranty of certain specified components on any 7.3l dit diesel vehicle, requires that the replaced component be returned with the appropriate year diesel engine diagnostic guide for warranty reim
Bulletin:
5362
Component:
103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Summary:
Some vehicles with 7.3l engine and 4r100 transmission may exhibit an increase in engine rpm of 200 - 300 rpm between shifts (shift flare). *tt
Bulletin:
12194
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 7.3l engine and 4r100 transmission may exhibit a shift flare (increase in rpm during 2-3 / 3-4 shifts). *tt
Bulletin:
12245
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 7.3l / m6od transmission may exhibit a low / soft clutch pedal condition. *tt
Bulletin:
12261
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding engine diagnostic guide for warranty reimbursement. *tt
Bulletin:
12277
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles with 7.3l / 4r100 transmission may exhibit an increase in engine rpm of 200 - 300 rpm between shifts (shift flare). *tt
Bulletin:
12302
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 7.3l / m60d may exhibit a low clutch concern. *tt
Bulletin:
12303
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some trucks with 7.3l / m60d may exhibit gear rattle / rollover type noise from the transmission during slow speed maneuvering operation (600 - 1000 rpm in gear). *tt
Bulletin:
985185
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Cold start engine noise
Bulletin:
00261
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 4.6l, 5.4l, or 6.8l engine may exhibit a rough idle / miss after start-up in cold ambient temperatures. *tt
Bulletin:
14633
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Information regarding electronic crash sensor /restraint control module replacement. *jb
Bulletin:
01L02
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Special field action on certain trucks equipped with 19.5-inch commercial truck tires with steel cord sidewalls - owner's guide supplement and information labels. *tt
Bulletin:
14895
Component:
107000 power train:axle hubs
Summary:
Some 4x4s may exhibit noise, vibration and ratcheting from the front wheel locking hubs that is initiated by road induced bumps or impacts. *tt
Bulletin:
14184
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 7.3l dit engine may exhibit an engine that runs rough, misses, buck / jerk, hesitate / stumble, surge, lacks power, various idle symptoms, malfunction indicator lamp on. *tt
Bulletin:
14242
Component:
021240 suspension:front:springs:leaf spring assembly
Summary:
Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a squeak from the front leaf spring area. *tt
Bulletin:
14252
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 7.3l diesel engine may exhibit a pilot bearing issue resulting in the service replacement of the pilot bearing. an improved bearing is now available for service. *tt
Bulletin:
14434
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a buck or jerk (also known as hitching) during highway driving at speeds 40 mph or greater with the cruise control engaged. *tt
Bulletin:
14615
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Exhibiting a squeak from the front leaf spring area, caused by front spring tip isolator wear. *tt
Bulletin:
14633
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Information used when replacing the electronic crash sensor / restraint control module. *tt
Bulletin:
15578
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (abs) light on, b2141/b2477, and/or an inaccurate speedometer. *tt
Bulletin:
15871
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit interference and / or static in the land-mobile radio. *tt
Bulletin:
16697
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Exhaust air rush noise and lower power. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
16597
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Coolant leak due to a broken lower radiator hose clamp. *tt
Bulletin:
16891
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Clear gel-like substance in the hydraulic brake master cylinder reservoir. this substance is a silicone base lubricant used during assembly of the master cylinder. *tt
Bulletin:
16921
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Coolant leak due to broken radiator hose clamp. 1999-2003 models. *tt
Bulletin:
16835
Component:
173100 latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch
Summary:
Tailgate locking by itself when slammed shut or when the vehicle is being driven over rough roads. *tt
Bulletin:
03181
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
03192
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Leak oil around the exhaust backpressure actuator (ebp) - 7.3l diesel turbocharger pedestals. *tt
Bulletin:
031910
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Brake pull. 4x4 f-250/350 and excursion vehicles only. *tt
Bulletin:
032140
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine buck, surge or jerk (also known as hitching/hesitation) while the speed control is active through all engine temperatures. *tt
Bulletin:
032151
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some 7.3l diesel turbocharger pedestals may leak oil around the exhaust back pressure actuator (ebp). *tt this article supersedes tsb 03-21-51 dated 10/30/2003. *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:
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:
04168
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Vacum pump inoperative or runs continuosly - climate control default to defrost. *ar
Bulletin:
02219
Component:
115000 electrical system:fuses and circuit breakers
Summary:
Adding additional bulbs to turn indicator or hazard flasher circuits - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
04239
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Water leak - roof flange area - water accumulation in headliner and/or leak at the cab floor pan area. *tt
Bulletin:
04266
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
A driveline clunk or bump when starting from a stop. *tt
Bulletin:
05417
Component:
063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:
Intermittent rough idle - non-commanded egr (exhaust gas recirculation valve) flow. *tt
Bulletin:
0554
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Use of stainless steel exhaust studs in service for 5.4l 2v engine. *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:
19015
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Fuel conditioner. low power, poor fuel economy, fuel gelling in cold weather, excessive white smoke on cold start, hard start, or coking of components exposed to exhaust. *tt
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-08B05
Component:
063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
Summary:
Ford/lincoln/mercury: program of affected vehicles registered in ca (8500 gvwr), ma (6000 gvwr), or vt (6000 gvwr) and who previously paid to have repairs performed that are now covered under federal emissions warranty. 1999-2001 model year

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