2002 FORD THUNDERBIRD Recalls (2)

Campaign:
02V169000 on 06/25/2002
Component:
Seat belts:front:webbing
Manufactured:
03/13/2001 - 04/23/2002
Affected:
15,355
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles, the driver's side seat belt contacted the seat recliner during a 35 mph ncap full-frontal barrier impact test.
Consequence:
The edge of the recliner mechanism caused a partial cut in the lap portion of the webbing. if the webbing is cut, it increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will install an insert behind the driver side seat lower trim panel. owner notification began june 21, 2002. 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:
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:
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.

2002 FORD THUNDERBIRD TSBs (63)

Bulletin:
7867
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
Driveline vibration (a high frequency buzz) that is felt through the seat and floorpan at highway speeds. *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:
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:
15149
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Some vehicles tire pressure information and wrap guard removal tips. *et
Bulletin:
15250
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Information regarding misdiagnosis of main controls - incorrect pressures. *tt
Bulletin:
15272
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Information on battery access. *tt
Bulletin:
15203
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the 3.9l 4v may exhibit an oil leak from the engine oil filter. *tt
Bulletin:
15265
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an engine overheat condition due to concerns with inoperative hydraulic cooling fan. *tt
Bulletin:
15276
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Information regarding drop glass function. *tt
Bulletin:
012111
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an engine overheating condition and / or the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may also be illuminated with codes p1285 and p1299 stored in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
01205
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt
Bulletin:
15588
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 3.9l v8 engine only, may exhibit a rattling noise from the hydraulic cooling fan pump. *tt
Bulletin:
15332
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a difficult to pull down, and latch convertible top. *tt
Bulletin:
15387
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of dual automatic temperature control (datc) operating at full heat in all modes, and/or no temperature control from side to side. *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:
15466
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit inaccurate fuel level condition with approximately 1/4 tank reading on the fuel gauge. *tt
Bulletin:
15615
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Some vehicle owners may question the operation and/or function of the supplemental parking lamps. *tt
Bulletin:
15616
Component:
105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
Summary:
Concerns with driveline vibration. *tt
Bulletin:
02E21
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Subject regarding catalyst monitor sensor connector inspection. *jg
Bulletin:
02161
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Engine flooding, extended engine cranking time required to start, or hard start condition. *tt
Bulletin:
0266
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with automatic transmission may exhibit a fluid leak around the fluid pan drain plug. *tt
Bulletin:
0256
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
This bulletin involves proper procedures for preparation of service sheet metal parts coated with electro deposition primer (e-coat). *tt
Bulletin:
0257
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit calibration loss of erratic operation of the power window short drop glass function. *tt
Bulletin:
0295
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Excessive electrical system current draw which could result in a discharged battery and a no crank condition. *tt service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
16168
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak or rubbing noise while turning the steering wheel. *tt
Bulletin:
16045
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some 3.9l v8 engines may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp with diagnostic trouble code p0340 (camshaft position sensor) stored. *tt
Bulletin:
16084
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Information on passenger seat belts not equipped with a plastic button. *tt
Bulletin:
15741
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Vehicles equipped with the 3.9l 4v may exhibit an oil leak from the engine oil filter. *tt
Bulletin:
15772
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a engine missing or rough running condition. *tt
Bulletin:
15806
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit small amounts of moisture entering the convertible top stowage compartment even though the removable hard top roof is installed. *tt
Bulletin:
15826
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles, built between 10/1/01 and 1/31/02, with a 5r55n transmission may exhibit a transmission fluid leak at the converter housing. *tt
Bulletin:
15876
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Subject regarding diagnostic trouble code p1129 during key on engine running (koer) - no malfunction indicator lamp. *tt
Bulletin:
15900
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a whistling or buzzing noise originating from the climate control system when the blower motor is running at 2 or 3 bar speed. *tt
Bulletin:
15924
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Concerns regarding paint protection from removable top. *tt
Bulletin:
15935
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Subject regarding supplemental parking lamps installation for vehicles not originally equipped. *tt
Bulletin:
16694
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Power seat function - contact request / detroit region. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
0334
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Lack of cooling from driver and/or passenger side vents on vehicles equipped with dual automatic temperature control (datc) only. *tt
Bulletin:
0335
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Idle air control (iac) valve diagnostic service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
0373
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine flood during cold start, extended cranking time, or hard to start engine when cold. *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:
17061
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Intermittent drivability symptoms - reduced power on deceleration. *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:
17170
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p0133 and/or p0153. *tt
Bulletin:
17258
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Squeaking noise when switching climate control between panel, floor and panel/floor modes. *tt
Bulletin:
16581
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Intermittent engine quit on decel/stops/turns. oasis. *tt
Bulletin:
17375
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and hard start/long crank. *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:
22114
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Removble roof and convertible top. *eh
Bulletin:
022114
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Water leak diagnosis - removable roof and convertible top - service tip. *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:
042107
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
18320
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Vibration felt for a few miles of driving after parking. *eh
Bulletin:
18515
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Moisture in storage compartment. *eh
Bulletin:
18615
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Unusual engine noise or engine knock concerns due to regular fuel. *tt
Bulletin:
02162
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Water/moisture in cop wells - dtc p0301-p0308 - 3.9l engine - vehicles built through 5/1/2004. *tt
Bulletin:
0708
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Automatic transmission solenoid emissions warranty extension. sample consumer letter attached. *kb

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