1999 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL Recalls (3)

Campaign:
98V269000 on 10/28/1998
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
09/11/1998 - 09/30/1998
Affected:
2,500
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the fuel rail crossover hose was damaged during fuel rail assembly allowing fuel leakage.
Consequence:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in fire.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the fuel rail with a revised fuel rail assembly.
Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin november 16, 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:
03V144000 on 05/06/2003
Component:
Air bags:frontal
Manufactured:
05/06/1998 - 02/28/2000
Affected:
43,459
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles, the driver and/or passenger side air bag could deploy as a result of underbody impacts near the sensors, such as those occurring from pieces of gravel or debris thrown from the wheels while the vehicle is being operated at moderate to high speed or being accelerated.
Correction:
Dealers will recalibrate the air bag sensors. owner notification began march 31, 2003. owners may contact lincoln at 1-800-521-4140.
Notes:
Ford campaign no. 03g01.this action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act.the company has informed nhtsa that it will provide the modifications described above free of charge.
Campaign:
16E026000 on 03/31/2016
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
Manufactured:
09/30/2014 - 10/30/2014
Affected:
49,635
Defect:
Bosch brake components llc (bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models bosch quietcast bc598 and bp765, bosch blue be598 and be598h, prostop pd598 and pd765m, duralast gold dg598, duralast mkd598, stop master st598, ultrastop ult598, ultralife mx598 and mx765, brakebest mkd765, and prostop platinum pgd598. these brake pads, manufactured october 1, 2014, to october 31, 2015 are intended for use on 2001-2007 ford taurus, 2001-2005 mercury sable, 1995-1999 ford taurus sho, 1995-2002 lincoln continental, and 1993-1998 lincoln mark viii vehicles. the brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.
Consequence:
A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. the recall began on may 26, 2016. owners may contact bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.
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.

1999 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL TSBs (105)

Bulletin:
987252
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Experiencing brake creaking.
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:
982318
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
The " check traction control " lamp in the message center may illuminate on some vehicles. *yc
Bulletin:
98246
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
Bulletin:
9943
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt
Bulletin:
5806
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit concerns of no reverse or intermittent reverse engagement. *tt
Bulletin:
5857
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Vehicle exhibiting no reverse or intermittent no reverse engagement during extreme cold temperatures. *tt
Bulletin:
12504
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Vehicles built before march 1999 may exhibit concern of no reverse or intermittent reverse engagement. *tt
Bulletin:
12609
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Information regarding pinpint test / 4wabs diagnostic trouble code b1676 (battery voltage) - update. *tt
Bulletin:
4750
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Concerns with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) u1009 code present in the anti-lock or traction control module. *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:
99139
Component:
125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
Summary:
Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *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:
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:
996779
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Concerns with vehicles exhibiting a hesitation / trailer hitch feel at 40 to 45 mph steady state (in third gear) or 60 to 65 mph at steady state (in fourth gear). *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:
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:
7021
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Information regarding air bag lamp flashing. *mjs
Bulletin:
13202
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Information regarding air bag lamp flashing. *mjs
Bulletin:
13266
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Concerns with the electronic automatic temperature control (eatc) may display an outside temperature value lower than the actual outside temperature when operated under certain weather and low medium driving speeds. *tt
Bulletin:
7207
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a cd changer with a cd magazine that jams / will not eject. *tt
Bulletin:
7249
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information on using peanut style a/c fittings. *tt
Bulletin:
98159
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Transaxle , prior to repair, orange tag special service instructions was not installed. ak
Bulletin:
13416
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles built through october 18, 1999 may exhibit a hesitation / trailer hitch feel at 40 - 45 mph and 60 - 65 mph. *tt
Bulletin:
98164
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
A transeal coating is on the front and rear bumpers. this coating must be removed before delivery to the customer. yd
Bulletin:
7371
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles built through october 18, 1999 may exhibit a hesitation / trailer hitch feel at 40 to 45 mph steady state (in third gear) or 60 to 65 mph at steady state (in fourth gear). *tt
Bulletin:
13472
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
For vehicles that require configuration of the electronic crash sensor moudle to settings other than the preset settings, the configuration instructions were omitted from the shop manual. *tt
Bulletin:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
0023
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation/trailer hitch feel in the transmission operation during steady state operation at 64-72 km/h (40-45 mph)
Bulletin:
0032
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Vehicles may experience air conditioning inaccurate ambient temperature displayed- vehicles equipped with eatc- continental and ls built through 10/15/99, all others built through 8/31/99. *mjs
Bulletin:
8199
Component:
021100 suspension:front:stabilizer bar
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a rattling or clunking noise from the front end (front stabilizer link) under normal driving conditions.
Bulletin:
12068
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Vehicles will not start with a programmed passive anti-theft (pats) key for 20 seconds after an attempt to start with a non-programmed pats key. *mjs
Bulletin:
12078
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit a light scraping/grinding/ticking noise from the front end. *mjs
Bulletin:
12145
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Some vehicles built prior to october 19, 1998 may exhibit an engine overheat indication on the temperature gauge. *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:
985106
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a light scraping / grinding / ticking noise from the front end. *tt
Bulletin:
985107
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Certain vehicles will not start with a programmed passive anti-theft (pats) key for 20 seconds after an attempt to start with a non-programmed pats key. *tt
Bulletin:
985146
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles built prior to october 19, 1998 may exhibit an engine overheat indication on the temperature gauge. *tt
Bulletin:
99-6193
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Information on resetting the passive anti-theft system (pats). *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:
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:
12533
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Concerns with the reverse clutch lip seals becoming ripped / torn during reverse engagement resulting in no reverse or intermittent no reverse engagement during extreme cold temperatures. *tt
Bulletin:
13051
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation / trailer hitch feel at 40 to 45 mph stead state (in third gear) or 60 to 65 mph at steady state (in fourth gear). *tt
Bulletin:
7143
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Some vehicles' electronic automatic temperature control may display an outside temperature value lower than the actual outside temperature when operated under certain weather and low-medium driving speeds. *tt
Bulletin:
7196
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Effective october 15, 1999, the ax4s and ax4n transmission assembly for the certain vehicles are available as a ford quality renewal (fqr) assembly. *tt
Bulletin:
13290
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a cd changer with a cd magazine that jams / will not eject. *tt
Bulletin:
13355
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information regarding a/c peanut o-ring color. *tt
Bulletin:
98-4804
Component:
330000 interior lighting
Summary:
Some 1995-1999 crown victoria/grand marquis/ continental, 1995-1997town car and 1997-1998 mark viii eqipped with remote keyless entry, may exhibit concerns with interior lights turning on and then off while parked. *ak
Bulletin:
98S29
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Safety recall involving fuel manifold replacement - fuel manifold retainer installation torque specification corrections. *tt
Bulletin:
4663
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a concern where the reverse-down feature of the exterior mirrors may appear to be inoperative at times. *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:
11780
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a concern where the reverse-down feature of the exterior mirrors may appear to be inoperative at times. *tt
Bulletin:
5106
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a light scraping / grinding / ticking noise from the front end. the noise is often intermittent and may change in intensity with vehicle speed or when turning. this may be caused by a plastic tie strap coming
Bulletin:
5107
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles will not start with a programmed passive anti-theft (pats) key for 20 seconds after an attempt to start with a non-programmed pats key. the pats will not recognize a programmed pats key until the system resets. *t
Bulletin:
5387
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on programming on valet key and spare keys. *tt
Bulletin:
12223
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
For all vehicles with drivers door module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing. *tt
Bulletin:
12224
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
For all vehicles with drivers seat module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module. *tt
Bulletin:
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:
00L06
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
Subject regarding special field action - emission control information on the fan warning label. *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:
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:
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:
15059
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Concerns with vehicles equipped with a ax4n / 4f50n transaxle exhibiting a shudder during a 3-4 shift. *tt
Bulletin:
01156
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
Bulletin:
01157
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
Bulletin:
01181
Component:
103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Summary:
Brake shift interlock.*jb
Bulletin:
012113
Component:
116100 electrical system:ignition:switch
Summary:
Some ignition switch lock cylinder assemblies may exhibit rougness and / or excess effort in turning, key does not fully return from start, a malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate with p0500, p1502 and u1039 stored in powertrian control
Bulletin:
01205
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt
Bulletin:
01209
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation, stumble or stall during low speed parking maneuvers or after releasing the throttle following operation of the traction assist system. *tt
Bulletin:
0214
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
Bulletin:
15370
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park. *tt
Bulletin:
15392
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a park pullout clunk noise when shifting from park to another gear position. *tt
Bulletin:
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:
02135
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Hesitation, buck or surge during a steady state operation at 40-60 mph (64-96 km/h). *tt
Bulletin:
0245
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt
Bulletin:
15820
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with an ax4n/4f50n transaxle may exhibit a shudder during a 3-4 shift. *tt
Bulletin:
15889
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the electronic automatic temperature control (eatc) will not cycle the ai conditioner compressor when the floor mode is selected. *tt
Bulletin:
03G01
Component:
142000 air bags:side/window
Summary:
Optional product improvement program - side air bag crash sensor replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
03123
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter clutch not engaging when commanded and/or diagnostic trouble codes p0741 or p1744 stored in memory. models from 1996 to 2003. *tt
Bulletin:
0398
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457. *tt
Bulletin:
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:
03148
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt
Bulletin:
03181
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
03203
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457 or p1442 or a check fuel cap lamp illuminated with dtc p0457 for the evaporative emission system. *tt
Bulletin:
17358
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park with the vehicle parked on an incline. *tt this bulletin updates previous bulletin 17358, dated 11/01/2003 to include 2005 models. *tt
Bulletin:
02236
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Erratic operation of the cool/warm function of the temperature control system - repair procedure for stratification (secondary) temperature blend door. *tt
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
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:
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:
04217
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures. *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

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