1997 FORD E SERIES TSBs (123)

Bulletin:
BC0693961023
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Investigating 7.3l irregular idle. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0695961023
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
'off-idle' vibration/boom/drone emitting from the exhaust system on 4.2l engines. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0696961023
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Concerns of check engine light (mil) w/ codes p0300 thru p0308 & eng runes rough/misses. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0750961017
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Spade terminal between sender & fuel pump has been changed to a eyelet terminal. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0782961014
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Concerns of check engine light 'on'. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0844961008
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
E4od trans may emit a tick/rattle noise when driving at light loads in 1st gear at 1100 to 1800 rpm rpm. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0853961007
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Airbag light on & code 21, may be caused by an electromagnetic interference generated within the electrical system. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0883961004
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit an exhaust leak &/or noise due to warped exhaust manifolds. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0884961004
Component:
073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Summary:
For misfire concerns on 4.2l/4.6l/5.4l/6.8l engines. *tt
Bulletin:
BC5195961001
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Firestone p235 tires may exhibit a high frequency vibration at 65-75 mph. *tt
Bulletin:
BC5197961001
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped w/ an ax4s transaxle may have been shipped w/ a low transaxle fluid level. *tt
Bulletin:
BC5201961001
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Investigating 7.3l irregular idle. *tt
Bulletin:
BC5219961001
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Incorrect information in 1997 evtm manual. pin call-outs illustrations for c224 & c225 are in reverse order. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0053970201
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some 1995 and all 1996 and 1997 vehicles with e40d transmissions have been built with a reusable elastomeric transmission fluid pan gasket. *jd
Bulletin:
BC0255970201
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
4x4 front axle is leaking through the vent tube. *jd
Bulletin:
BC0256970201
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
A running change for the 7.3l to allow better definition on cylinder contribution tests in process. *jd
Bulletin:
980301
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Condition with rough idle. *yc
Bulletin:
980301
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Experiencing rough idle/miss. *ak
Bulletin:
980302
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles experiencing hard start/ no start. *yc
Bulletin:
980303
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Symptoms with lack of power. verify actual engine turbo-boost as outlined on the diagnostic sheet. *ak
Bulletin:
980304
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Complaints regarding the fuel economy. *yc
Bulletin:
980307
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Conditions with pressure being higher/lower than expected. *yc
Bulletin:
980323
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Concerns with external oil leaks. *yc
Bulletin:
982733
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Vehicles with the e4od are added to the fqr ( ford quality renewal ) assembly program. *yc
Bulletin:
12593
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Concerns with cracks on the right rear side of the #1 frame crossmember. *tt
Bulletin:
976007
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Brief information regarding cylinder head temperature (cht) and fail safe cooling. *tt
Bulletin:
6417
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Addressing tire balance hints. *tt
Bulletin:
6461
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Concerns of a clunk felt / heard in the steering wheel. *t
Bulletin:
12915
Component:
011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:
Customer may complain of a clunk felt / heard in the steering wheel. *tt
Bulletin:
996130
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Information on the improved lower intake manifold side gaskets. *tt
Bulletin:
991411
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a crack on the right rear side of the #1 crossmember resulting in a creaking noise while turning the wheel or driving over uneven surfaces. *tt
Bulletin:
996890
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Some vehicles with an illuminated air bag lamp may have modified seat configurations which may have been changed by modifiers or the customer. *tt
Bulletin:
13285
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Experiencing engine knock at initial cold startup. *tt
Bulletin:
13322
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an engine knock at initial cold startup. *tt
Bulletin:
6350
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with engines produced by windsor engine plant may exhibit an engine knock at initial cold startup. *tt
Bulletin:
6538
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some vehicles built before april 1, 1999 may have a customer concern of a clunk felt / heard in the steering wheel. *tt
Bulletin:
6599
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles with model 80 rear axles only may exhibit a concern with the amount of sound, whine produced above 35 mph.
Bulletin:
8058
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles with 4.6l fqr engine assemblies may have a smaller knock sensor threaded hole than that in original equipped engine assemblies. *tt
Bulletin:
8138
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition after installation of a new 6.8l engine assembly. *tt
Bulletin:
13832
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles with 4.6l fqr engine assemblies may have a smaller knock sensor threaded hole than that in original equipped engine assemblies. *tt
Bulletin:
13870
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Concerns with a no start condition after installation of a new 6.8l engine assembly. *tt
Bulletin:
8260
Component:
162310 structure:body:door:hinge and attachments
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a-pillar sheet metal cracks around front door hinges; front door skin separates and door inner sheet metal cracked around front hinges; or front doors open too far and extend into the front fenders. *tt
Bulletin:
13934
Component:
162310 structure:body:door:hinge and attachments
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a-pillar sheet metal cracks around front door hinges; front door skin separates and door inner sheet metal cracked around front hinges; or front doors open too far and extend into the front fenders. *tt
Bulletin:
985199
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 6.8l engine, may exhibit a customer concern of engine roar or engine noise for the first few minutes of operation after a cold start. *mjs
Bulletin:
12070
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Vehicles that are loaded to the upper end of fvw, with the majority of the load between the axles, may exhibit inner edge tire wear due to incorrect alignment. *mjs
Bulletin:
12123
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit a steering pull to the right or left, due to incorrect front end alignment settings. *mjs
Bulletin:
12162
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 6.8l engines, may exhibit a customer concern or engine roar or engine noise for the first few minutes of operation after a cold start. *mjs
Bulletin:
985072
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles with 7.3l dit engine may exhibit a no start / hard start and / or long crank time. *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:
985153
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a steering pull to the right or left. *tt
Bulletin:
8058
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles with 4.6l fqr engine assemblies may have a smaller knock sensor threaded hole than that in original equipped engine assemblies. **mr
Bulletin:
6290
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Information regarding the improved radiator support. *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:
12744
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may retreieve malfunction indicator lamp (mil) with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0351 and / or p0357 (coil primary circuit malfunction). *tt
Bulletin:
12741
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles under severe duty cycles may exhibit cracks on the lower radiator support. *tt
Bulletin:
12556
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding technical hotline assistance for bi-fuel vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
13117
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Some vehicles with an illuminated air bag lamp may have modified seat configurations. *tt
Bulletin:
12870
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some customers may comment on a clunk felt / heard in the steering wheel. *tt
Bulletin:
13331
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with engines produced by windsor engine plant may exhibit an engine knock at initial cold startup. *tt
Bulletin:
4658
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles with 7.3l dit engine may exhibit a no start / hard start and / or long crank time. *tt
Bulletin:
12798
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with engines produced by windsor engine plant may exhibit an engine knock at initial cold startup. *tt
Bulletin:
4684
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit power door locks that self activate, are inoperative, or remote keyless entry inoperative during or after wet conditions. *tt
Bulletin:
11776
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles with 7.3l dit engines may exhibit a no start / hard start and / or long crank time. *tt
Bulletin:
11796
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit power door locks that self activate, are inoperative, or remote keyless entry inoperative during or after wet conditions. *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:
12298
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 4r70w transmissions may exhibit delayed or no 2-3 upshift, primarily when the transmission is cold. transmission control indicator light (tcil) may also flash with diagnostic trouble code p0782. *tt
Bulletin:
980317
Component:
051120 parking brake:conventional:mechanical:linkage and cable
Summary:
Park brake cable drag, causing rear brake vibration. *ak
Bulletin:
14455
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Oil leak from the front or rear cylinder head oil supply rail end plugs. *tt
Bulletin:
14514
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a clunk that can be felt or heard through the steering wheel. the condition is best experienced in a slight turn, near 20 mph, on road surfaces with slight irregularities. *tt
Bulletin:
14374
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Subject regarding front suspension inspection procedures. *jb
Bulletin:
14735
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Some vans / wagons with 138 inch wheelbase and 4r70w transmission (drive shaft >70 inch) may exhibit a vibration boom under heavy acceleration (wot) or a loaded drive mode. *tt
Bulletin:
14943
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Some vehicles manufactured as incomplete vehicles (1fd in the first three positions of vin) equipped with a power seat pedestal (option 21z), but manufactured without a seat, may have a condition of repeat powe seat track failure.
Bulletin:
14240
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a clunk that can be felt or heard through the steering wheel. the condition is experienced best in a slight turn, at speeds near 20 mph, on road surfaces with slight irregularities. engineering is addressing t
Bulletin:
14514
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Experiencing a clunking type noise that can be felt or hear through the steering wheel. condition best experienced in a slight turn, near 20 mph, on road surfaces with slight irregularities. *tt
Bulletin:
15099
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit driveline clunk / thump noise condition on initial acceleration from a stop.
Bulletin:
01119
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Some vehicles with high odometer reading or severe service may exhibit a creaking noise when turning wheel or driving over uneven surfaces on vehicles produce before 2/6/2001. *tt
Bulletin:
01157
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
Bulletin:
15161
Component:
091100 fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel leak at cng fill valve. *yh
Bulletin:
15150
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Some e-series equipped with an rv modified power seat may exhibit failure of the power pedestal motor. *et
Bulletin:
01181
Component:
103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Summary:
Brake shift interlock.*jb
Bulletin:
15218
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Information on a reinforcement kit for vehicles exhibiting failure of the power seat pedestal motor. *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:
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:
15355
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 7.3l di engine may exhibit false diagnostic trouble codes p1105, p1106 (upper and lower alternator faults). *tt
Bulletin:
01221
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Some dedicated compressed natural gas (cng) vehicles may exhibit a rough idle, or no start in cold conditions. *tt
Bulletin:
01233
Component:
091100 fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Some dedicated and bi-fuel cng vehicles may exhibit a condition of fuel leak or fuel odor at the cng fuel fill valve area. *tt
Bulletin:
01234
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with aftermarket high-current devices may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes b1876, b1880, b1915 and/or b1920 airbag electronic crash sensor module. *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:
15397
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of oil contamination in cooling system. *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:
02168
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Reports that certain vehicles appear to be dogtracking. *tt
Bulletin:
0253
Component:
091100 fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Subject regarding alternative fuel vehicle compressed natural gas tank inspection. *tt
Bulletin:
16040
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Experiencing a clicking / popping noise from the upper steering column area when turning the steering wheel. *tt
Bulletin:
020503
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Guidance for cng tank inspection for vehicles produced after december 2, 1996. *tt update. *tt
Bulletin:
15901
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
This bulletin states that some 4.6l fqr engine assemblies may have a smaller or larger knock sensor threaded hold than the one in the original engine assembly. *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:
0342
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Possible fuel leak may occur at the fuel fill valve, on some dedicated cng vehicles. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
030402
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
On some dedicated cng vehicles, a possible fuel leak may occur at the fuel fill valve. revised service parts. *tt
Bulletin:
16916
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Repeated blown fuses for rear in vehicle circuits with inoperative rear brake or tail lamps. *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:
03183
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Dedicated compressed natural gas (cng) rough idle or no start when cold vehicles equipped with dedicated 4.6l or 5.4l cng engine only. *tt
Bulletin:
032122
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rolling idle, surge on vehicles built 8/96 through 12/96 with 7.3l engine. *tt
Bulletin:
032145
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
External oil leak diagnosis for 7.3l dit engines. various models including 2003 super duty f series. *tt
Bulletin:
03206
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some dedicated cng vehicles may exhibit various driveability conditions due to a loss of injector performance, resulting from fuel quality. loss of power at heavy load, diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) for lean fuel, rough idle, hard start,
Bulletin:
17254
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Clicking/popping noise from upper steering column area when turning. 2004 e series and explorer sport trac also included. *tt
Bulletin:
16515
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Oil leak at high pressure pump fittings and/or plug. this includes super duty f-series. oasis. *tt
Bulletin:
03236
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) b1876, b1880, b1915 and/or b1920 airbag electronic crash sensor (ecs) module on vehicles equipped with aftermarket high current devices. *tt
Bulletin:
17320
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Broken exhaust manifold studs. *tt
Bulletin:
17385
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Air bag lamp illuminated. *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:
17777
Component:
022140 suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly
Summary:
Rear leaf spring noise. *tt
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
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:
032306
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble code b1876, b1880, b1915 and/or b1920 in the ecs module - vehicles equipped with aftermarket high current devices. *tt
Bulletin:
042107
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
04266
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
A driveline clunk or bump when starting from a stop. *tt
Bulletin:
05417
Component:
063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:
Intermittent rough idle - non-commanded egr (exhaust gas recirculation valve) flow. *tt
Bulletin:
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:
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:
TSB-11-11-21
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Ford: the blower motor on some vehicles are operating either incorrectly or not operating or just functioning on one speed. *pe

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