2000 FORD TAURUS Recalls (8)

Campaign:
00V242000 on 08/24/2000
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
05/03/1999 - 06/30/2000
Affected:
167,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the "vehicle capacity weight" and "designated seating capacity" information was not printed on the safety certification labels affixed to these vehicles. on affected sable sedan vehicles, the "vehicles capacity weight" (and also the luggage load) information printed on this label is incorrect - sable wagon luggage load was incorrectly used for the sable sedan. these vehicles do not comply with the label requirements of fmvss no. 110, "tire selection and rims."
Consequence:
Excessive loading can cause tire and vehicle damage that could result in a crash.
Correction:
Owners will be provided with a supplemental label with the correct information, along with instructions for affixing the label adjacent to the vehicle certification label. owner notification began october 20, 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.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V048000 on 02/27/2001
Component:
Exterior lighting:back up lights
Manufactured:
02/29/2000 - 10/30/2000
Affected:
28,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger sedans with factory or dealer-installed deck lid spoilers with led center high mounted stop lamps (chmsl). vehicles produced with spoilers were manufactured from march 1 through october 31, 2000; and vehicles with spoilers installed by dealers were manufactured from january 1 thorough december 30, 2000. with the ignition switch in the start or run positions and the hazard warning lights operating, the chmsl can illuminate (at reduced intensity) even though the service brakes have not been applied. this does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." also, in some cases the vehicle brake-shift interlock would not function properly, allowing the shift lever to be moved from park without applying the brake.
Consequence:
Under the requirements of the standard, the chmsl shall be activated only upon appplication of the service brakes. also, the vehicle could roll increasing the risk of a crash, if the shift lever can be shifted out of park without depressing the brake pedal.
Correction:
Dealers will install a jumper/resistor assembly at the spoiler that provides an electrical resistor to ground and corrects the chmsl and brake-shift interlock conditions. owner notification began march 19, 2001. 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.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V075000 on 03/20/2001
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights:switch
Manufactured:
10/07/1999 - 12/05/1999
Affected:
74,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger and sport utility vehicles. due to the use of incorrect material by a supplier, the headlamp switch knob can fracture and separate from the headlamp switch.
Consequence:
This would cause difficulty for the driver to activate the headlamps, which could affect driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the headlamp switch knob. owner notification began april 9, 2001. 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.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V078000 on 03/20/2001
Component:
Exterior lighting:tail lights:switch
Manufactured:
05/02/1999 - 08/13/2000
Affected:
157,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals. if the grease from the adjustable pedal assembly enters the stop lamp switch, it can contaminate the contacts leading to carbon build up, and potentially, a short circuit.
Consequence:
A short circuit could lead to either the brake lamps staying on, or to a loss of brake lamp function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the brake lamp switch and wipe down the adjustable pedal assembly to remove excess grease. owner notification began march 22, 2001. 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.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V258000 on 08/22/2001
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Affected:
1,083,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, and light and medium duty pickup trucks. a switch located in the plastic cover of the wiper motor gear case could malfunction and overheat, potentially resulting in loss of intermittent wiper function, loss of wiper park function, complete loss of wiper function, or ignition of the plastic cover material. switch malfunction is most likely to occur when the intermittent setting of the wipers is being used, or when snow or ice obstructs the blades from returning to the "parked" position at the bottom of the windshield. these vehicles were built at the following assembly plants: atlanta plant from 2/11/00 through 7/31/00; chicago plant from 2/14/00 through 8/4/00; kansas city plant from 2/26/00 to 9/4/00; kentucky truck plant from 2/18/00 to 8/31/00; michigan truck plant from 2/23/00 through 8/3/00; norfolk plant from 2/21/00 through 7/27/00; wayne stamping and assembly plant from 2/25/00 through 8/15/00; and wixom plant from 2/15/00 through 8/8/00.
Consequence:
Loss of visibility while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the date code on the wiper motor. motors built with the suspect time frame will have the wiper motor gear case cover replaced. owner notification began august 20, 2001. 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 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
02V266000 on 10/03/2002
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Manufactured:
05/02/1999 - 09/13/2001
Affected:
369,614
Defect:
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with adjustable padels are being recalled in order to adjust the brake and accelerator pedals to a minimum of 50 mm of lateral separation. simultaneous application of both the brake and accelerator pedals could result in an increase in engine rpm.
Consequence:
This could result in a customer experiencing an "unintended vehicle speed increase" or a perceived "unable to stop" condition.
Correction:
Owners will be instructed as to the proper way to set the position of the pedals and to take their vehicles to a dealer to have the spacing between the brake and accelerator pedals measured. if the spacing is found to be less than 50 mm, the dealer will adjust the pedals to increase the distance between them to greater than 50 mm. owner notification began october 28, 2002. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04V106000 on 03/08/2004
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Manufactured:
05/02/1999 - 08/17/2000
Affected:
938,789
Defect:
Certain passenger vehicles are being recalled to correct a problem with a malfunctioning stop lamp switch and/or associated wiring. this malfunctioning could render the stop lamps inoperable or cause them to stay on all the time. this could cause confusion to a following driver, which could lead to a crash.
Consequence:
In addition, if the switch and/or associated wiring fail in the open position, the brake lights will not actuate and the driver will not be able to shift the vehicle out of "park" if they fail in the closed position, the brake lights will remain on, which will not allow the speed control to be activated. this could also cause the battery to discharge.
Correction:
Dealers will remove the stop lamp switch and associated wiring assembly and install a newly designed stop lamp switch and wire assembly. owner notification is expected to begin on april 5, 2004. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 04s12.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04V332000 on 07/14/2004
Component:
Suspension:front:springs:coil springs
Manufactured:
03/27/1998 - 08/12/2001
Affected:
899,060
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, the front coil springs could fracture due to corrosion associated with salt used on the roadways during the winter. a fractured spring could move past the spring seat and contact a front tire.
Consequence:
If this occurs, the tire may rupture resulting in a rapid air loss, which could result in a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will install protective spring shields. in addition, ford is extending the warranty coverage of the front coil springs in all other states, for fracture only, up to 10 years of service or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first. if the vehicle has already accumulated more than 150,000 miles, this coverage will last until july 31, 2005. if either front coil spring fractures, dealers will replace both front springs at no charge to the owner. an interim notice was sent to owners on august 2, 2004. parts are now available for the 2000-2001 my vehicles and owners were sent a letter on january 10, 2005, advising them to bring in their vehicles for repair parts are expected to be available for the 1999 my vehicles by the end of february 2005 and owners of these vehicles will be notified then. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 04s17.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

2000 FORD TAURUS TSBs (179)

Bulletin:
99171
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some ax4n transaxles will have a green prior to repair tag on the lower pan. the green tag refers to this tsb article and provides a toll-free phone number to be used by all us and canadian dealers for further service direction. *tt
Bulletin:
99165
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Service procedure for blue service tagged transaxles. *tt
Bulletin:
996735
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the ax4s transaxle may exhibit a harsh 3-2 downshift when coasting around a corner and then stepping into the throttle to accelerate away from the corner. *tt
Bulletin:
996874
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject pertaining to the sbds relative cam timing test which has been temporarily removed from use on some vehicles due to noise concerns. *tt
Bulletin:
99202
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
This bulletin mentions that some vehicles with an ax4s or ax4n transaxles have a new redesigned park system in the transaxle. *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:
99227
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Some vehicles may have moisture / condensation visible in the headlamp or taillamp outer edge areas after washing or rainfall. *tt
Bulletin:
99184
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with ax4s transaxle, may exhibit a harsh 2-3 downshift may occur when coasting around a corner and then accelerating. *tt
Bulletin:
99194
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
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:
6918
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Information on the redesigned park system in vehicles with ax4s transaxles. *tt
Bulletin:
6997
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with various engine sizes. *tt
Bulletin:
13180
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart. *mjs
Bulletin:
7249
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information on using peanut style a/c fittings. *tt
Bulletin:
7315
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Vehicles with 3.0l 4-valve engines may exhibit a slight hiss or vaccum leak type sound from the intake manifold / throttle body area. *tt
Bulletin:
7319
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an error message on the new generation star tester (ngs) when attempting to enable / disable the beltminder, autolock, and (door locked) horn chirp features. *tt
Bulletin:
00B34
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles with 3.0l 2v vulcan engines may be equipped with a camshaft that was incorrectly heat treated during the manufacturing process.
Bulletin:
7161
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding double edsr award points. *tt
Bulletin:
7538
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
Some vehicles built between october 4, 1999 and november 30, 1999 may have an incorrect r134a refrigerant charge capacity label. the charge capacity should be .96 kg (34 oz.), not .79 kg as the label might read. *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:
13568
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Service tip information regarding the passive anti-theft (pats) system. *tt
Bulletin:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
7819
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
The roter covers have been installed to reduce corrosion while in dealer storage and reduce the potential for brake shudder/vibration concerns. therefore; do not remove rotor cover until just prior to vehicle delivery to the customer.
Bulletin:
7820
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Service tip, how to remove icp retaining spring clip.
Bulletin:
7857
Component:
063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with a diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0401 and/or p1408 stored in memory. this may be caused by a loss of vacuum to the exhaust gas recirculation system because the rubber vacuum e
Bulletin:
7857
Component:
063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 3.0l 2-valve engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on with a diagnostic trouble code p0401 and / or p1408 stored in memory. this may be caused by insufficient exhaust gas recirculation flow.
Bulletin:
7866
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
The vehicle may exhibit a dtc p0720 and p0722; output shaft speed (oss) sensor concerns.
Bulletin:
8053
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a diagnostic trouble code of p0720, p0722; output shaft speed sensor (oss). *tt
Bulletin:
8087
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a binding, rattling or an inoperable moonroof that may be difficult to diagnose. *tt
Bulletin:
0025
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Vehicle may experience a bussing or groaning and or rattling noise from the rear of the vehicle, vehicles built before 12-11-99. *mjs
Bulletin:
7906
Component:
182000 vehicle speed control:linkages
Summary:
Fuel pressure sensor contamination, causing cranks no-start,rough idle, malfunction indicatior lamp and/or any driveability symptom associated with a rich or lean fuel mixture.
Bulletin:
8194
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicle equipped with 3.0l 4-valve duratec engines built prior to february 8th, 2000 may exhibit an intermittent exhaust ringing noise. *tt
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:
7927
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Revised engine oil indicator (dipstick) graphics. the full level is between the min an max. if the oil reading is between the markings the level is acceptable, do not add oil. if the oil level is below the min mark add enough lil to rais
Bulletin:
7953
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
All vehicles with securilock (parts) do not use the same type of ignition key. different pats keys exist for different vehicles.
Bulletin:
8018
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
The keyless entry keypad may require the need to access the keypad code for the vehicle. a keypad code card should be found in the glove box.
Bulletin:
8242
Component:
101200 power train:clutch assembly:bell housing
Summary:
Some vehicles built before november, 1999 may exhibit transmission fluid at the bell housing area. *tt
Bulletin:
8306
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles built 1/19/2000 through 2/11/2000 with ax4n transaxle may exhibit fluid visible around the top front corner of the chain cover in the area of the transaxle side pan, 8 mm corner bolt and threaded hole behind the side pan bolt.
Bulletin:
13732
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 3.0l 2-valve engines may exhibit a cranks no-start, rough idle, malfunction indicator lamp and/or any driveability symptom associated with a rich or lean fuel mixture. *mjs
Bulletin:
8359
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 3.0l-2v (valcan) engine, built before 12/17/1999 with ax4s transaxle and 1/14/2000 with ax4n transaxles may exhibit a growl or scraping sound during acceleration from a stop. *tt
Bulletin:
13770
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Vehicles with 3.0l 2-valve vulcan engine have revised engine oil indicator (dipstick) graphics. *mjs
Bulletin:
13804
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a keyless entry keypad may require the need to access the keypad code for the vehicle. *mjs
Bulletin:
8431
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Subject regarding cellular phone options. *tt
Bulletin:
13826
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a dtc of po720,po722, output shaft speed sensor (oss). *mjs
Bulletin:
14025
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Subject regarding cellular phone options. *tt
Bulletin:
13924
Component:
101200 power train:clutch assembly:bell housing
Summary:
Some vehicles built before november 1999 may exhibit transmission fluid at the bell housing area. *tt
Bulletin:
13985
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Vehicles built 1/19/2000 through 2/11/2000 with ax4n transaxle may exhibit fluid visible around the top front corner of the chain cover in the area of the transaxle side pan, 8 mm corner bolt and threaded hole behind the side pan bolt.
Bulletin:
0052
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
Subject on a label with the incorrect r-134a refrigerant charge level as installed on some vehicles. *mjs
Bulletin:
13986
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 3.0l-2v (vulcan) engine, built before 12/17/99 with ax4s transaxle and 1/15/00 with ax4n transaxle may exhibit a growl or scraping sound during accelration from a stop. *tt
Bulletin:
00B38
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information regarding vehicles equipped with 3.0l 4v gasoline engines- engine backfire on startup. **mr
Bulletin:
8018
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a keyless entry keypad may require the need to access the keypad code for the vehicle. **mr
Bulletin:
8087
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a binding, rattling, or inoperable moonroof that may be difficult to diagnose. **mr
Bulletin:
8242
Component:
101200 power train:clutch assembly:bell housing
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit transmission fluid at the bell housing area. **mr
Bulletin:
8306
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit fluid visible around the top front corner of the chain cover. **mr
Bulletin:
8484
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Information regarding some vehicles exhibiting various driveability or transmission shift related problems. **mr
Bulletin:
8536
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Information regarding pcm programming per onp 00b38. **mr
Bulletin:
8562
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Information on configuring axle ratio with the ngs or wds. **mr
Bulletin:
8583
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit dtc p1518 and / or p1519, related to intake manifold runner control (imrc). *mr
Bulletin:
14074
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
All vehicles containing powertrain control modules (pcm) require axle ratio and tire revolution per mile information during a pcm replacement or pcm reprogram. **mr
Bulletin:
14087
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code p1518 and/or p1519, related to intake manifold runner control (imrc). **mr
Bulletin:
14041
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit various driveability or transmission shift related symptoms. *tt
Bulletin:
14185
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Concerns with flex fuel equipped vehicles exhibiting a stall / quit or no start condition. *tt
Bulletin:
14187
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Concerns with flex fuel equipped vehicles exhibiting an intermittent difficult to diagnose malfunction indicator lamp on with a diagnostic trouble code p0191 in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
14220
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with an ax4n transaxle may exhibit a shudder during a 3-4 shift. *tt
Bulletin:
13101
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding the sbds relative cam timing test. *tt
Bulletin:
13151
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Subject regarding a redesigned park system in ax4s and ax4n transaxle. *tt
Bulletin:
7314
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding phone contacts. *tt
Bulletin:
13297
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding double edsr award points for edsr's. *tt
Bulletin:
13402
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding phone contacts. *tt
Bulletin:
13403
Component:
182000 vehicle speed control:linkages
Summary:
Vehicles with 3.0l 4v engines may exhibit a slight hiss or vacuum leak type sound from the intake manifold / throttle body area. *tt
Bulletin:
13407
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Information on enabling / disabling the beltminder / autolock / horn chirp. *tt
Bulletin:
13514
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
Some vehicles built between october 4, 1999 and november 30, 1999 may have an incorrect r134a refrigerant charge capacity label. *tt
Bulletin:
00255
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the 3.0l 2-valve engine may exhibit a spark knock condition on heavy acceleration with 87 octane gasoline. *tt
Bulletin:
00263
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a power window that will not operate downward because it's stuck / bound to the weathership header. *tt
Bulletin:
14533
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with side seat air bags may exhibit an intermittent air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) u2017 and / or u2018 (side crash sensor communications error) stored in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
14584
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding flex fuel vechicle oil and fuel recommendations. *jb
Bulletin:
14566
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles built before 12/17/99 equipped with 3.0lv-2v (vulcan) engine and ax4s transaxle and built before 01/14/2000 with an ax4n transaxle may exhibit a growl or scraping sound during acceleration from a stop. *jb
Bulletin:
14579
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with side seat air bags may exhibit an intermittent air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes u2017 and / or u2018 (side crash sensor communications error) stored in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
010202
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Subject regarding body trim-decklid emblem upgrading existing se to ses emblems. *jb
Bulletin:
00T09
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Vehicles built with a powertrain control module (pcm) calibration strategy may cause the vehicle to erroneously illuminate the malfunction indicator light (mil) with diagnostic code p0411 (incorrect upstream air flow detected).
Bulletin:
00204
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
On some vehicles, the exhaust pipe contacts the rear control arm resulting in buzzing, groaning and / or rattling noise from the rear of the vehicle. *jb
Bulletin:
00B55
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information regarding engine performance, reprogramming of powertrain control module. *jb
Bulletin:
14355
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information pertaining to duratec oil pan investigation. *jb
Bulletin:
14357
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some flex fuel vehicles may exhibit an intermittent malfunction indicator lamp on with a diagnostic trouble code p0411 stored in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
0125
Component:
151600 seat belts:front:warning light/devices
Summary:
Seat belt warning system - belt reminder function, operation and service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
14666
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with seat side air bags may exhibit a difficult to diagnose air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble code b1994 or b1998 (open / resistance in the driver / passenger seat air bag circuit). *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:
14812
Component:
142000 air bags:side/window
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with side seat air bags built prior to june 1, 2001 may exhibit an air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble code b1994 and / or b1998 (open / high resistance in the driver / passenger side seat air bag circuits).
Bulletin:
14854
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 3.0l 2 valve engine and ax4n transaxle may exhibit a closed throttle, downhill, surge sensation at 25 mph during a 2-3 shift with no increase in vehicle speed. *tt
Bulletin:
0143
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel odor noticed through the vents inside the vehicle. the odor may be noticed upon initial startup after hot soak. this condition produces a fuel odor only and does not involve visible fuel or include the
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:
14728
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 3.0l 2-valve engine and vehicles equipped with 3.0l 2v/4v may exhibit intermittent no starter crank and / or audio muting in park and neutral or an inoperative control module (pcm) fault. *tt
Bulletin:
14920
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Subject regarding ax4n transaxle diagnostic pint point test c3 error. *tt
Bulletin:
14357
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent malfunction indicator lamp light on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0411 stored in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
14911
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with ax4n or 4f50n transaxle may exhibit a fluid leak from the main control cover area. *tt
Bulletin:
13732
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Some vehicles built prior to 12/20/1999 equipped with 3.0l 2-valve engines may exhibit a crank - no start, rough idle, malfunction indicator lamp and / or any driveability sympton associated with a rich or lean fuel mixture. this may be c
Bulletin:
14041
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit various diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p1233, p1235, p1237, p0191) and / or driveability / transmission shifting concerns due to wiring that has become chafed on the top of the transmission pan or the bracket that
Bulletin:
14074
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
This bulletin states that certain vehicles' powertrain control module (pcm) require a final drive ratio (not axle ratio) and tire revolution per mile information during a pcm replacement or pcm re-program. *tt
Bulletin:
14220
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Information used to service ax4n transaxle equipped vehicles exhibiting shudder during 3-4 shift. *tt
Bulletin:
14427
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit malfunction indicator lamp illumination and multiple diagnostic trouble codes, mostly transmission related, stored in memory. the tcil lamp will also flash. *tt
Bulletin:
14579
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Vehicles equipped with side seat air bags may exhibit an intermittent air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes u2017 and / or u2018 (side crash sensor communications error) stored in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
14355
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Exhibiting an oil leak from the engine oil pan. *tt
Bulletin:
14357
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some flex fuel vehicles may exhibit an intermittent malfunction indicator lamp light on with a diagnostic trouble code p0411 stored in memory. *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:
15083
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Saome vehicles equipped with the ax4n transmission may exhibit a p0411 code stored in memory after 00t09 has been performed. *tt
Bulletin:
01124
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
On some vehicles, engine oil may continue to leak from the engine oil pan gasket area after an engine oil pan gasket repair has been performed. *tt
Bulletin:
01125
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 3.0l 2 valve engine and az4n transaxle may exhibit a closed throttle, downhill, surge sensation at 40 km/h (25 mph). during a 2-3 shift with no increase in vehicle speed. *tt
Bulletin:
15016
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a difficult to diagnose air bag light on with a diagnostic code c1946 (driver seat track position sensor circuit malfunction) stored in memory. *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:
15252
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Some flexible fuel vehicles may exhibit a difficult to diagnose erratic fuel gauge. *tt
Bulletin:
15280
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Some vehiclesmay exhibit an intermittent sticking/binding ignition key lock cylinder at or near the start position. *jg
Bulletin:
01191
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles built prior to 10/5/2000 equipped with the 3.0l 24-valve duratec engine may exhibit cold engine long crank/hand start, transmission shudder/vibration, harsh downshift coasting, and erroneous code p1443 stored. *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:
15559
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Subject regarding shudder while in reverse. *yh
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:
15481
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles with 3.0l 2v and 3.0l ffv engines may exhibit spark knock during light accelerator tip in or heavy acceleration. *tt
Bulletin:
15674
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit engine spark knock condition on acceleration. *tt
Bulletin:
0245
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt
Bulletin:
0251
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
On some vehicles, there may be an inadvertent stop lamp switch activation with the brake pedal not depressed. *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:
15828
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code b1213, b1342, b1601, b2431. *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:
870197
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes p1336, p1309 and p0340. *tt
Bulletin:
0361
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp on with or without rough running, lack of power, surge or poor fuel economy with diagnostic trouble codes p0401, p0402, p1400, p1401. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
16678
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Ax4s transaxle may exhibit no reverse engagement condition. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
16710
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Rattling or clunking noise from the front suspension under normal driving conditions. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
0322
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401, or runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy, and the above listed dtcs without
Bulletin:
0325
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Grunting noise from front power window after glass is powered to the full-up position. *tt
Bulletin:
0335
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Idle air control (iac) valve diagnostic service tips. *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:
17094
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Rattling or clunking noise from the front suspension under normal driving conditions. *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:
16982
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Clunking/popping noise from the passenger side of the engine compartment upon acceleration and/or deceleration. *tt
Bulletin:
03181
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
02M01
Component:
063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:
Customer satisfaction program 02m01 supplement #4. certain ford 2000 through 2003 vehicles equipped with a tube-mounted egr pressure sensor - additional egr pressure sensor warranty coverage. *tt supplement #3. *mj supplement #6
Bulletin:
0415
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Lower engine oil leaks 3.0l 2v vulcan engine. diagnostic service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
03223
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401. additional symptoms may include runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy. *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:
17681
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Autolocks and (rke) remote keyless entry inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
04111
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401. additional symptoms may include runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy.
Bulletin:
17899
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs). *tt
Bulletin:
02221
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj
Bulletin:
02236
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Erratic operation of the cool/warm function of the temperature control system - repair procedure for stratification (secondary) temperature blend door. *tt
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
16190
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Lack of a/c cooling. *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:
04M04
Component:
021210 suspension:front:springs:coil springs
Summary:
Front coil spring extended warranty coverage. customer satisfaction program 04m04.
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:
05310
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Safety belt web stop button service. *eh
Bulletin:
02208
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
Bulletin:
16315
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Headliner grab handles loosen. *tt
Bulletin:
04174
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. various models including 2004 f-series. *tt
Bulletin:
04223
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Grunting noise from front power window glass is powered to the full up position. *eh
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:
042421
Component:
151300 seat belts:front:retractor
Summary:
Safety belt retraction speed. *tt
Bulletin:
04251
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Aluminum corrosion - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
18471
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Rke inoperative. *eh
Bulletin:
05145
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
Erratic fluid level reading on transaxle dipstick-leaks-4f50n, ax4n, ax4s transaxle. *sc
Bulletin:
18614
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Surge, idle roll, rough idle only when the engine cooling fans are operating. *tt
Bulletin:
05224
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
Power lock concerns - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
05227
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Power window concerns - service tip. *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:
052212
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Buck/jerk and miss during drive cycle above 3000 rpm - no dtc - 3.0l 2v gas and ffv engine. *tt
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
Bulletin:
CSP-13B04
Component:
183000 vehicle speed control:cables
Summary:
Ford: see document search button for owner letter. speed control cable is susceptible to damage and can disconnect during hood maintenance and also interfere with full throttle return to idle after releasing accelerator pedal. models 20
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0149
Component:
021210 suspension:front:springs:coil springs
Summary:
Mercury/ford: front coil springs can fracture, after operating, for an extended period of time, in high corrosion areas, move move past spring seat and contact rupture front tire, resulting rapid air loss. model 1999-2001 taurus, sable.
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0165
Component:
021210 suspension:front:springs:coil springs
Summary:
Mercury/ford: safety recall regarding front coil springs can fracture on vehicles operating for extended periods in high corrosion areas. model 1999-01 taurus, sable. *pe

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