1999 FORD MUSTANG Recalls (10)

Campaign:
99V062001 on 03/30/1999
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:
03/01/1998 - 03/03/1999
Affected:
898,739
Defect:
Vehicle description: certain 1997-1999 rhd explorer equipped with 4.0l ohv/sohc engines and cruise control built from may 29, 1996 through march 4, 1999; 1998-1999 explorer/mountaineers equipped with 4.0l ohv/sohc or 5.0l engines or 1998-1999 rangers equipped with 2.5l, 3.0l ffv/efi or 4.0l engines and cruise control built from january 5, 1998 through march 4, 1999; 1998-1999 mustangs equipped with 3.8l, 4.6l 2-valve or 4-valve engines and cruise control built from march 2, 1998 through march 4, 1999; 1999 f250/f350/f450/f550 (over 8,500 lbs.) trucks equipped with 5.4l or 6.8l engines and cruise control built from march 2, 1998 through march 4, 1999; and 1999 f-53 stripped chassis equipped with 5.4l or 6.8l engines and cruise control built from march 2, 1998 through march 4, 1999. a cruise control cable can interfere with the speed control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the cruise control.
Consequence:
If the cruise control is used and this condition is present, a stuck throttle could result, which could potentially result in a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the cruise control cables. at the present time, the replacement cables are not available. customers are being advised not to use the cruise control system until a replacement can be made.
Notes:
A pre-release warning letter that identified an interim fix until the parts for the permanent fix became available was mailed to owners beginning march 27, 1999.a second owner notification, identifying the permanent fix was mailed to owners beginning may 24, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
99V250000 on 09/27/1999
Component:
Seat belts:front:anchorage
Manufactured:
07/25/1999 - 08/12/1999
Affected:
25,306
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the seat belt retractor may have a pin shaft in the switchable elr/alr mechanism that is incorrectly formed. in some circumstances, the switching mechanism could become nonfunctional, preventing the seat belt webbing from being extracted from the retractor. it is also possible that malfunction of the mechanism could prevent the belt from being switched into the alr mode. the elr mechanism is not affected by this condition.
Consequence:
If the mechanism malfunctions and does not allow the webbing to be extracted, the lap and shoulder belt could not be worn by a vehicle occupant. in the event that the mechanism does not allow the alr mode to be engaged, the operator may be unable to properly install a child seat in that seating position.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the lap and shoulder belt assemblies. assemblies with julian date codes of 200 through 223 are suspect and will be replaced.
Notes:
Ford recallno. 99s26. 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).
Campaign:
00V349000 on 10/30/2000
Component:
Parking brake:conventional
Manufactured:
10/03/1993 - 10/09/2000
Affected:
434,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. if a vehicle is parked with the parking brake not fully applied and not in first gear, as directed in the owner guide, and the self adjustment pawl subsequently skips one or two teeth, the vehicle could move on some grades.
Consequence:
This could result in unintended vehicle movement and a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Correction:
Dealers will modify the parking brake control and install a plate or over-bracket to the control to lock the self adjust mechanism in position following adjustment.
Notes:
Owner notification began november 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:
06E038000 on 05/07/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
724
Defect:
Certain alfaotto combination headlamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. 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:
Alfaotto will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began on may 10, 2006. owners may contact alfaotto at 626-656-2992 or visit their website at www.alfaotto.com.
Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E049000 on 06/04/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
27,176
Defect:
Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the 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:
Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.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:
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:
06E064000 on 07/16/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
4,029
Defect:
Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2006. owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to tradesonic 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:
08E050000 on 08/13/2008
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
1,921
Defect:
K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. these headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. the recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by honda, ford, or chrysler llc. 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> .
Campaign:
09E025000 on 05/10/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
42,540
Defect:
Dope, inc. is recalling 42,540 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:
Dope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798.
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 dope, inc.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> .

1999 FORD MUSTANG TSBs (190)

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:
98259
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vinyl covered items such as dash panels, door trim panels, consoles, etc., may exhibit a small dent, scuff, abrasion and/ or discoloration resulting from assembly, transit, dealer prep and/or customer usage. *yc
Bulletin:
982010
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc
Bulletin:
982310
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak
Bulletin:
98246
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
Bulletin:
9943
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt
Bulletin:
9946
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Concerns with transmission fluid leaking at radiator. *tt
Bulletin:
5856
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Information on diagnosing passive anti-theft system (pats) issues. *tt
Bulletin:
5893
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of key fob (remote transmitter) operation. *tt
Bulletin:
99S09
Component:
182000 vehicle speed control:linkages
Summary:
Recall information regarding speed control cable replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
99816
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt
Bulletin:
99129
Component:
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:
99101
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Concerns with road noise may be heard from the rear wheel area as well as dust intrusion into the luggage compartment and / or evidence of a water leak in the luggage compartment. *tt
Bulletin:
99139
Component:
125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
Summary:
Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt
Bulletin:
9946
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
Concerns with transmission fluid leaking at the radiator. *tt
Bulletin:
6402
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on the new mustang, cobra r and econolined featured on the next spotlight on qsf show. *tt
Bulletin:
6407
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Exhibiting front windshield wiper activation without command. *tt
Bulletin:
6411
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Information on checking driveshaft run out. *tt
Bulletin:
6460
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Information on checking driveshaft run out. *tt
Bulletin:
12826
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Experiencing front wipers activation without command. *tt
Bulletin:
12899
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Information on power seat switch replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
12911
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit activation of front wipers without command. *tt
Bulletin:
996043
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
Information regarding passenger door locks. *tt
Bulletin:
996108
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Conditions with a hard start or diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1233. *tt
Bulletin:
99147
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Information on using the service bay technical system (sbts) and new generation star (ngs) tester, and to update the powertrain control module (pcm) information charts. *tt
Bulletin:
99153
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Customers may have concerns that beverages will spill when put into the cup holder. *tt
Bulletin:
996795
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding vehicles equipped with 4.6l engine regardless of transmission, may exhibit a (front end accessory drive (fead) belt- belt noise, damage, and / or belt comes off). *tt
Bulletin:
996839
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with t-45 manual transmissions may exhibit inability to shift out of reverse, reverse gear jump-out, will not shift into or engage reverse gear. *tt
Bulletin:
9913125
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Sone police vehicles and other vehicles with 4r70w may exhibit a vibration and / or transmission extension housing bushing damage from sustained high speed operation. *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:
99224
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Subject regarding front wipers operating while switch is in off position. *tt
Bulletin:
99225
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Concerns with the convertible top boot may fit improperly or be difficult to install on some vehicles due to the top not folding down all the way into the well. *tt
Bulletin:
99226
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Experiencing a popping or oil canning noise coming from the drivers footwell area. *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:
99186
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent transmission control indicator lamp or malfunction indicator lamp illumination. *tt
Bulletin:
99194
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
99196
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt
Bulletin:
99197
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding intermittent transmission control indicator lamp or malfunction indicator lamp illumination. *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:
99239
Component:
105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
Summary:
Experiencing a vibration felt through the seat or the steering wheel on some vehicles travelling 105 - 125 km/h in 4th or 5th gear without brakes applied. *tt
Bulletin:
99242
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks. *tt
Bulletin:
99243
Component:
126200 exterior lighting:turn signal:switch
Summary:
On some vehicles, the front windshield wipers may operate while the multifunction switch is in the off position. *tt
Bulletin:
6996
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information regarding a change in the torque values of the engine front cover water pump bolts. *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:
7116
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Information regarding abs with traction control code b1142. *mjs
Bulletin:
7117
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Information regarding abs false cycling. *mjs
Bulletin:
13181
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart (continued). *mjs
Bulletin:
13186
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Information regarding front cover & water pump bolts-torque valve revision/3.8-4.2l. *mjs
Bulletin:
13200
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Information regarding 5-speed- exchange transmission unit. *mjs
Bulletin:
13231
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Information regarding abs with traction control code b1142. *mjs
Bulletin:
13232
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Information regarding abs false cycling. *mjs
Bulletin:
13253
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
(continued from 13251 and 13252) uncommanded front wiper function. *mjs
Bulletin:
13274
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Exhibiting a speedometer that reads faster than actual vehicle speed. *tt
Bulletin:
7152
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Exhibiting a speedometer that reads faster than actual vehicle speed. *tt
Bulletin:
7249
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information on using peanut style a/c fittings. *tt
Bulletin:
7254
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Customers may experience a poor or no air conditioner performance due to a loss of refrigerant. *tt
Bulletin:
7268
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some coupes may exhibit a vibration at highway speeds. *tt
Bulletin:
7313
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
Exhibiting brief intermittent interruption of instrument cluster dash lights function(s) and / or a crank / no start condition. *tt
Bulletin:
13390
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
This bulletin mentions that certain vehicles are not equipped with a passenger door lock cylinder. *tt
Bulletin:
6512
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit some normal service concerns with power seat operation. *tt
Bulletin:
6554
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Subject regarding evaporator case investigation. *tt
Bulletin:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
8043
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the 4.6l 2v engine may exhibit a check engine lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes p0136, p0141, p0156, p0161. *tt
Bulletin:
8095
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Brief information stating that engineering is investigating coupe or convertible vehicles exhibiting a water leak or windnoise. *tt
Bulletin:
8150
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles built between november 1998 and february 1999 may exhibit a loss of remote transmitter operation. *tt
Bulletin:
7924
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
The vehicle exhibit a dead battery/high amperage drain concern. check for the a/c clutch remaining engaged at all times, even with the key off. this may be caused by an incorrect ccrm installed in the vehicle from the factory.
Bulletin:
13848
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some coupes or convertibles may exhibit a water leak or windnoise. engineering is investigating. *tt
Bulletin:
13917
Component:
036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:
Vehicles equipped with traction control, may exhibit an intermittent abs lamp on with diagnostic trouble code b1142. *tt
Bulletin:
8227
Component:
036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with traction control, may exhibit an intermittent abs lamp on with diagnostic trouble code b1142. *tt
Bulletin:
13737
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
All vehicles may exhibit an inoperative or inaccurate speedometer, 4x4 light inoperative and/or dtc p1635 after a pcm has been replaced. *mjs
Bulletin:
8373
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 3.8l engines may exhibit engine spark knock on heavy acceleration with 87 octane fuel. *tt
Bulletin:
13762
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 3.8l engine may exhibit a dead battery/high amperage drain concern. *mjs
Bulletin:
13815
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the 4.6lo 2v engine may exhibit a check engine light on with dtc's p0136,p0141,p0156,p0161. *mjs
Bulletin:
12086
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an inoperative speedometer and dtc p1635 after a pcm has been replaced. *mjs
Bulletin:
12120
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles with 4r70w transmissions built from 4/16/98 through 10/30/98 may exhibit a leak from the vent area of the transmission. *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:
985080
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Certain vehicles may exhibit an inoperative speedometer and diagnostic trouble code p1635 after a pecm has been replaced. *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:
12182
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Some vehicles may require the keep alive memory (kam) to be reset during various diagnostic and repair procedures. *mjs
Bulletin:
8227
Component:
036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:
Some vehicles with traction control, may exhibit an intermittent abs lamp on with the diagnostic trouble code b1142. **mr
Bulletin:
8485
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding free floor mat exchange. **mr
Bulletin:
8580
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a 10-15 second delay in instrument cluster operation with koeo or koer. **mr
Bulletin:
14084
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a 10-15 second delay in instrument cluster operation with koeo or koer. **mr
Bulletin:
99-6193
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Information on resetting the passive anti-theft system (pats). *tt
Bulletin:
6229
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some convertible vehicles may exhibit a body vibration / shake. *tt
Bulletin:
6242
Component:
106100 power train:axle assembly:banjo housing
Summary:
Experiencing a vibration and / or transmission extension housing bushing damage. *tt
Bulletin:
6289
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
Concerns with moaning / groaning noise from the heater core. *tt
Bulletin:
6314
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Some vehicles with manual transmission may exhibit a fed belt concern. *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:
12725
Component:
106100 power train:axle assembly:banjo housing
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration and / or transmission extension housing bushing damage from sustained high speed operation. *tt
Bulletin:
12740
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 4.6l 2v engine may exhibit a moan / groan from the heater core area of the vehicle. *tt
Bulletin:
12742
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Some vehicles with manual transmission equipped convertibles may exhibit a body vibration / shake. *tt
Bulletin:
12566
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of key fob (remote transmitter) operation. *tt
Bulletin:
13061
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a front end accessory drive (fead) belt toss. *tt
Bulletin:
13080
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with t45 manual transmissions may exhibit the inability to shift out of reverse, reverse gear jump-out, will not shift into or engage reverse gear. *tt
Bulletin:
13298
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some coupes may exhibit a vibration at highway speeds. *tt
Bulletin:
13355
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information regarding a/c peanut o-ring color. *tt
Bulletin:
13356
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit poor or no a/c performance due to a loss of refrigerant. *tt
Bulletin:
13401
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit brief intermittent interruption of instrument cluster function(s) and / or a crank / no start condition. *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:
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:
5233
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Information on the alive memory (dam) feature during various diagnostic and repair procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
5295
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles built from october through december 1998 may exhibit an inability to program new rke transmitters to the vehicle. *tt
Bulletin:
5341
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Some vehicles may have headlamp assemblies that appear to have damaged horizontal adjustments. *tt
Bulletin:
5345
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some vehicles built 10/1998 through 12/1998 may exhibit an iso diagnostic link failure message when attempting to communicate with the gem module. *tt
Bulletin:
12214
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles built from october through decemger 1998 may exhibit an inability to program new rke transmitters to the vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
12252
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Some vehicles may have headlamp assemblies that appear to have damaged horizontal adjustments. the horizontal headlamp adjusters are purposely disabled. the headlamp assemblies should not be replaced simply because they appear damaged..
Bulletin:
12262
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some vehicles built 10/1998 through 12/1998 may exhibit an iso diagnostic link failure message when attempting to communicate with the gem module. *tt
Bulletin:
12771
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Some vehicles with a manual transmission may exhibit a fead belt concern (front end accessory drive). *tt
Bulletin:
00231
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience a whining noise heard from the rear during coastdown from 97 to 56 km/h (60 to 35 mph). this noise will disappear when the vehicle slows down below 56 km/h (35 mph). *tt
Bulletin:
00241
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration that may be heard of felt at the clutch pedal between idle and 2300 rpm, and goes away when depressing the clutch at least 25mm. *tt
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:
00S37S1
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Subject regarding parking brake control assembly modification. *tt
Bulletin:
14520
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information pertaining to 4.6l 4v pulley instructions. *tt
Bulletin:
14538
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some police interceptors may exhibit poor acceleration at wide open throttle after the 3-4 shift from 110 mph up to the vehicle speed limiter (130 mph). *tt
Bulletin:
14540
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission may exhibit a hesitation / stumble when cold under moderate / heavy load with no malfunction indicator lamp light or other fault indicated. *tt
Bulletin:
14540
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 5 speed manual transmission may exhibit a hesitation / stumble when cold under moderate / heavy load with no malfunction indicator lamp light or other fault indicated. *tt
Bulletin:
14581
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a speaker / buzz rattle when operating the audio system. *jb
Bulletin:
0119
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation and in some cases engine backfiring through the induction system on cold starts (27 degrees c / 80 degrees f) with no diagnostic trouble codes present. *tt
Bulletin:
00142
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Inoperative or inaccurate speedometer, 4x4 lamp illuminated and / or diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p1635 or p1639 present after a powertrain control module (pcm) or instrument cluster replacement. *jb
Bulletin:
00212
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hood that is hard to close. *jb
Bulletin:
00183
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Concerns with the intake manifold leaking or weeping coolant from passenger side gasket at right rear corner of head-to-manifold joint. *jb
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:
0183
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit driveline vibration felt through the seat, floor and / or steering wheel at approximately 65 mph in 4th or 5th gear. *tt
Bulletin:
14826
Component:
132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit inoperative door glass due to the window regulator rear track roller breaking off of the window stud. *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:
14740
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start, diagnostic trouble code p1233 and / or p1414, right front exterior lighting, turn lamp erratic and anti-lock brake warning lamp on. *tt
Bulletin:
01108
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
A whining noise heard from the rear during coastdown from 97 to 56 km/h (60 to 35 mph). this noise will disappear when the vehicle slows down below 56 km/h (35 mph). this may be caused by variation in tooth contact between the different
Bulletin:
14918
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
This bulletin states that on some vehicles (including 2002 blackwood) a battery disconnect or parameter reset is required during powertrain control module (pcm) or instrument cluster (vic / hec / icm) replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
14907
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Concerns with vehicles exhibiting the oil pressure gauge registering low or no oil pressure usually on initial start-up after several hours of cold soak. *tt
Bulletin:
13737
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Inoperative or inaccurate speedometer as well as 4x4 light inoperative and / or diagnostic trouble code p1635 and / or p1639 after a powertrain control module (pcm) has been replaced. *tt
Bulletin:
13987
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 3.8l engines may exhibit engine spark knock on heavy acceleration with 87 octane fuel. hot weather and lower octaine fuel can contribute to the cause of a slight knock on heavy acceleration. though no damage
Bulletin:
14082
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 7.5 inch axle may exhibit a decel axle whine at approximately 55-30 mph. engineering is investigating. *tt
Bulletin:
14149
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Information on caster adjustment when performing a front end alignment. *tt
Bulletin:
14439
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 3.8l engine may exhibit spark knock on heavy accel with 87 octane fuel. hot weather and lower octane fuel may exaggerate the condition. *tt
Bulletin:
14520
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding installation of crankshaft pulley torque specification. *tt
Bulletin:
14071
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 3.8l engine and manual transmission may exhibit transmission oil seepage, oil on the outside of the case. *tt
Bulletin:
01137
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 4r70w automatic transmission may exhibit a clunk noise during the 2-1 downshift event. *tt
Bulletin:
15067
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may exhibit a powertrain noise described as a brief roar, hoot or groan betwen 2500 - 3500 rpm when the clutch pedal is half way down, during shifting or when depressing and releasing the cl
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:
15111
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit audio speaker buzz, squeak, rattling or an inoperative condition. *jada
Bulletin:
15158
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a fead belt jump-off toss. *yh
Bulletin:
15178
Component:
132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:
Some vehicles exhibit the door glass popping off track. *yh
Bulletin:
15151
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a stain on the inside of the headlamp lens.
Bulletin:
01181
Component:
103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Summary:
Brake shift interlock.*jb
Bulletin:
01174
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
Body - hood scoop loose or detached from hood. *nlm
Bulletin:
15205
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit the door glass coming off of the window track. *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:
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:
01235
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the t45 manual transmission may exhibit a condition of being stuck in reverse, difficult to shift into reverse or may pop out of reverse. *tt
Bulletin:
15373
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may run rough at cruise or momentarily after stopping, a check engine light,and p030x codes. *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:
15462
Component:
105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
Summary:
Information on driveline clunk for cobra models. *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:
0258
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Inoperative or inacurrate speedometer, 4x4 lamp illuminatd, and / or diagnostic trouble code p1635 or p1639. *tt
Bulletin:
0245
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt
Bulletin:
16069
Component:
105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
Summary:
Some cobras may exhibit a clunk noise from the driveline during a quick accleration just after coast (tip-in clunk). *tt
Bulletin:
15702
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Subject regarding speed control lamp. *tt
Bulletin:
15922
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Subject regarding inaccurate speedometer. *tt
Bulletin:
0395
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Popping type noise while turning into or out of an incline, such as turning into a driveway, at low speeds (below 15 mph (25 km/h). *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:
17510
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
Driveline clunk during gear changes and/or quick acceleration after coast (tip-in) clunk. *tt
Bulletin:
17577
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Gear whine in 1st, 3rd and reverse gears. *tt
Bulletin:
030105
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Passenger seat rubs against door panel. *tt
Bulletin:
17868
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Intermittent loss of power or crank no start - possible pats lamp flashing and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) u1147 and/or u1262. *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:
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:
16380
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Service cylinder head gasket for 4.6l applications. *tt
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
04103
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Exhaust leak. right side exhaust pipe on 3.8l or 3.9l engine. *tt
Bulletin:
031501
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns. *tt
Bulletin:
04198
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Manual transmission hard to shift into first/reverse from a stop. *tt
Bulletin:
041514
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *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:
02208
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
Bulletin:
041003
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Exhaust leak - cracked or separated right side exhaust pipe - 3.8l and 3.9l engines. *tt
Bulletin:
04189
Component:
138200 visibility:defroster/defogger system:rear window
Summary:
Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *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-08B01
Component:
063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
Summary:
Ford: certain 1999-2001 model year vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in new york and certain 2001 vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in the state of maine, certified for sale in california-federal emission warranty refund. *pe

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