1997 FORD WINDSTAR Recalls (6)

Campaign:
97V097000 on 06/16/1997
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission
Manufactured:
11/23/1996 - 02/28/1997
Affected:
100,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with ax4s automatic transaxles. the low/intermediate servo cover can separate from the transaxle while the vehicle is being driven. if this occurs, transmission fluid will leak contacting the catalytic converter.
Consequence:
The catalytic converter temperature may be hot enough to ignite the transmission fluid and cause a vehicle fire.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the transmission and replace these servo covers.
Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification began june 30, 1997.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 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
99V147000 on 06/15/1999
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Manufactured:
06/15/1996 - 05/30/1999
Affected:
789,723
Defect:
Vehicle description: minivans. the brake fluid master cylinder is recessed and oriented in the engine compartment so that the brake fluid warning statement embossed on both the top of the filler cap and the side of the reservoir body are not entirely visible by direct view. these vehicles may not fully comply with requirements of fmvss no. 135, "passenger car brake systems."
Correction:
Owners will be provided with new labels and installation instructions.
Notes:
Owner notification began june 16, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
00V168000 on 06/28/2000
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
20,637
Defect:
Vehicle description: mini vans, light pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles. off lease canadian vehicles equipped with daytime running lights which meet canadian requirements and not the photometric requirements of fmvss 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." according to ford, the vehicles were imported into the u.s. erroneously.
Consequence:
The light given off from the daytime running lights is brighter than allowed by u.s. standards.
Correction:
Dealers will be advised to deactivate the running light function and to complete any outstanding safety recalls on these vehicles.
Notes:
Owner notification began july 19, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V199000 on 07/01/2001
Component:
Suspension:front:springs:coil springs
Manufactured:
08/27/1996 - 07/02/1998
Affected:
198,583
Defect:
On certain minivans originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, and wisconsin, and in the district of columbia. the front coil springs could fracture as a result of corrosion. depending on the location of the fracture, a broken spring could move past the spring seat and contact a front tire.
Consequence:
Some tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring.
Correction:
Dealers will install protective shields around the front coil springs. owner notification began september 6, 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:
01I007000 on 07/18/2001
Component:
Suspension:front:springs:coil springs
Manufactured:
12/12/1993 - 07/02/1998
Affected:
948,492
Defect:
This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: 1995-1998 ford windstar minivans. the front coil springs could potentially fracture due to corrosion. note: the 1997-1998 windstar mini vans are also covered by nhtsa safety recall 01v-199/ford recall 01s19. the mini vans covered by the safety recall were originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, and wisconsin, and in the district of columbia.
Consequence:
Some tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring.
Correction:
Ford is extending the warranty for front coil spring replacement to a total of 10 years of service from the warranty start date, with unlimited mileage. this coverage is automatically transferred to subsequent owners at no charge. if either front coil spring fractures during the coverage period noted above, the dealer will replace both springs at no charge to the owner.
Notes:
Ford has decided to conduct a service campaign to extend the warranty coverage for the front coil springs. owners can contact ford at1-866-436-7332, concerning this program.
Campaign:
09V399000 on 10/12/2009
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:
06/15/1995 - 10/23/2002
Affected:
4,500,000
Defect:
Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). the scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Consequence:
A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. on 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the abs control module connector and repair as necessary. repairs will be completed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 27, 2009. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
Notes:
Ford's recall campaign number is 09s09.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

1997 FORD WINDSTAR TSBs (175)

Bulletin:
BC0680961024
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Vehicles shipped w/ low transaxle fluid level. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0990961021
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information on engine oil leak at the oil pan, front cover &/or the front & rear crankshaft oil seal. *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:
BC9666961001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
2.5l duratec engine exchanges no longer include front end accessory drive component, oil level indicator, water pump belt/tensioner, egr tube, linkshaft bracket or exhaust manifolds. *tt
Bulletin:
96246
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw
Bulletin:
96249
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
96221
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw
Bulletin:
96222
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
96225
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
962214
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Service manual - powertrain control/emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) on board diagnosis ii (obd ii) - cover page replacement to include 1997 windstar. *tw
Bulletin:
962612
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
962613
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transaxle - ax4s - extended 2-3 shift and/or higher than expected engine rpm during 2-3 shift at light to medium throttle and/or no 2-3 shift - vehicles equipped with 3.0l engine - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
BC0011970201
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
A buzz noise in ax4s transaxles on 1996/97 taurus/sable and windstars. *jd
Bulletin:
BC0083970201
Component:
036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:
If red brake lamp or the yellow abs lamp is on, verify the master cylinder is full with brake fluid. *jd
Bulletin:
BC0122970201
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Unique cold start up strategy that will raise initial cold fast idle to 2100 rpm. *jd
Bulletin:
BC0141970201
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Verify the transaxle installed in the vehicle is the correct model and model year for the vehicle. *jd
Bulletin:
BC101209702
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Verify the transaxle installed in the vehicle is the correct model and model year for the vehicle. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1013097020
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Cold start up strategy that will raise initial cold fast idle to 2100 rpm. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1013697020
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Inopertive autolock system. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1014497020
Component:
036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:
Complaints of the red brake lamp or the yellow abs lamp on, checking the master cylinder brake fluid level should be the first step. *jd
Bulletin:
97115
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Service manual- powertrain control/emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) on-board diagnosis ii (obd ii)- cover page replacement to include 1997 vehicles with fd1060 or fd1460 engine. *jd
Bulletin:
BC0011972301
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Buzz noise in ax4s transaxles. *jd
Bulletin:
97211
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Brakes - anti-lock - abs pump motor activation while braking over a bump or an incline - vehicles with traction control - vehicles built through 9/15/96. *tw
Bulletin:
BC3370972301
Component:
115000 electrical system:fuses and circuit breakers
Summary:
The illumination of malfunction indicator light, on and diagnostic trouble codes p1131, p1151, p1132, p1152. *jd
Bulletin:
BC3381972301
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Adapters are available to convert vehicle "j hook" windshield wiper arms to a conventional pin style. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1016397230
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Buzz noise in ax4s transaxles at all speeds or idle on vehicles. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1017197230
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Vehicles built between 2/95 and 9/01/96 may experience rough/harsh or irregular shifts due to water entry into the transaxle range sensor. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1022097230
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Adapters are available to convert windstar "j hook" windshield wiper arms to a conventional pin style to allow the use after market booted winter blades. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1024997230
Component:
182000 vehicle speed control:linkages
Summary:
A harsh 1-2 shift on light throttle, at normal shift speeds of 10-15 mph. *jd
Bulletin:
9735
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioning- r-134a tracer dye installed in a/c system and three o-ring spring lock couplers- service tip. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1031597020
Component:
015200 steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Summary:
Power steering line leaks on 95/96 3.8l trailer tow equipped tube and fin cooler systems see oasis message 4685. *jd
Bulletin:
BC3274970207
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Replacement headlamp bulbs - several aftermarket companies are offering replacement bulbs with a higher wattage that are not dot approved - sold with disclaimer of "for off-road use only" - the bulbs draw more current than the oem bulbs a
Bulletin:
9775
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
Hood- service repair tips. *jd
Bulletin:
9751
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Interior- leather seat cleaning procedure- service tip. *jd
Bulletin:
97511
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
Bulletin:
97516
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine- 3.8l - "chirping" noise during normal engine operation. *jd
Bulletin:
9768
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage. *jd
Bulletin:
97610
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Blower motor- "chirping" or "squeaking" from blower motor at low speeds. *jd
Bulletin:
97624
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioning- water dripping onto floor drain tube during a/c system operation. *jd
Bulletin:
BC2295970501
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Instructions on how to identify 20 gallon or 25 gallon fuel tanks - 1996 service manual incorrectly lists fuel tank at 16 gallons. *tw
Bulletin:
BC2380970501
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Harsh 1-2 upshift. *tw
Bulletin:
BC105909705
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
instructions on how to identify fuel tank sizes. *tw
Bulletin:
97111097234
Component:
113000 electrical system:starter assembly
Summary:
Vehicles exhibiting a "squeaking" or "chirping" from the blower motor at low blower motor speeds. *yc
Bulletin:
97111097237
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Concerns with harsh engagements and harsh shifts with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 628, p0741 and/or p1744. *yc
Bulletin:
971110972311
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Conditions with noise coming from the right upper a-pillar area during turns. *yc
Bulletin:
97120897251
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
The front end accessory drive (fead) belt may slip momentarily in wet conditions causing a reduction in power steering assist or the generator lamp. *yc
Bulletin:
9831
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Repairs to vinyl covered surfaces. *yc
Bulletin:
9833
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Service tips for surface defect removal without repainting. *yc
Bulletin:
985A5
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc
Bulletin:
985A11
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums. *yc
Bulletin:
985A28
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Some vehicles experience the parking brake may not release. *yc
Bulletin:
9888
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
Bulletin:
9845
Component:
045300 service brakes, air:disc:rotor
Summary:
Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc
Bulletin:
98416
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Experiencing a grinding noise or inoperative door lock may occur when cycling the power front door locks on some vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
9852
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
Bulletin:
9855
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Wet carpet and/or headliner in cargo area. *yc
Bulletin:
98515
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a squeaking, rattling, chirping, ticking and / or buzzing noise heard from the instrument panel area. *yc
Bulletin:
9864
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
Bulletin:
9873
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio. *tt
Bulletin:
980311
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Check engine lamp on and misfire dtc (s) p0300-p0306. *yc
Bulletin:
982465
Component:
034430 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:drum
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit rear drum brakes that drag or will not release properly when operated in wet conditions and / or below freeezing temperatures. *yc
Bulletin:
982512
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of inoperative overdrive cancel light. *yc
Bulletin:
982535
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Exhibiting a customer concern of rear end noise over bumps. *yc
Bulletin:
982675
Component:
106220 power train:axle assembly:axle shaft:seal
Summary:
A revised forward clutch inner seal for the axod, axode, ax4s & ax4n transaxle is available with improved sealing and reduced chance of the seal rolling during installation. *yc
Bulletin:
982677
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a high pitch whistle from the heater core housing case. *yc
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:
982511
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Service tips on composite fuel rail. *yc
Bulletin:
982010
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc
Bulletin:
982011
Component:
500000 child seat
Summary:
Concerns of webbing twists or binds on integrated child safety seat (ics) belt. *yc
Bulletin:
98221
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Intermittent neutral condition after driving and coming to a stop. *yc
Bulletin:
982310
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak
Bulletin:
98246
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
Bulletin:
9943
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt
Bulletin:
5518
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information on servicing oil pan gasket leaks. *tt
Bulletin:
12559
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Concerns with reverse clutch that could become sheared or torn in extremely cold temperatures. *tt
Bulletin:
12616
Component:
103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:
Information on transaxle service case replacement with oss (output shaft speed sensor) hole. *tt
Bulletin:
9814
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt
Bulletin:
98125
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Vehicle may exhibit a "whistling" noise heard from the a/c plenum. *tt
Bulletin:
98127
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Experiencing accelerator pedal "buzzing" noise and / or exhaust "droning" noise at approximately 1700 rpm whle driving. *tt
Bulletin:
BPI9904
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Conditions with the trac off lamp illuminating intermittently and ther may also be stored trouble codes u1009 and / or u1027.
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:
99131
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Concerns with engine coolant leaking into engine oil on some vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
99139
Component:
125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
Summary:
Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt
Bulletin:
6392
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit abs (anti-lock brake system) low speed false activation with no (dtc) diagnostic trouble code. *tt
Bulletin:
12808
Component:
036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit abs (anti-lock brake system) low speed false activation with no dtc (diagnostic trouble code). *tt
Bulletin:
983094
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Some vehicles with power door locks may exhibit an intermittent operation or grind when cycled. *tt
Bulletin:
983101
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a noise while turning or braking. *tt
Bulletin:
983303
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Concerns of broken and or binding blend door. *tt
Bulletin:
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control is investigating concerns of broken and or binding blend doors on some vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
9811349
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Vehicles with power door locks may exhibit an intermittent operation or grind when cycled. *tt
Bulletin:
98-0316
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Concerns with slow fuel fill, distorted fuel tank, fuel gage erratic, fuel odor. *tt
Bulletin:
983581
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit conditions of exhaust drone at 1700 rpm. *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:
9913073
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control is investigating concerns of broken and / or binding blend doors. *tt
Bulletin:
99207
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Subject on engine coolant leaking into the engine oil on some vehicles. *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:
99183
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure. *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:
99195
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Service information for musty and mildew type odors coming from the air conditioning / heating system. *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:
6996
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information regarding a change in the torque values of the engine front cover water pump bolts. *tt
Bulletin:
6997
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with various engine sizes. *tt
Bulletin:
13180
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart. *mjs
Bulletin:
13186
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Information regarding front cover & water pump bolts-torque valve revision/3.8-4.2l. *mjs
Bulletin:
13242
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information regarding tsb 97-20-08 for 3.8l engines only. *mjs
Bulletin:
7120
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit black soot emitted from the tailpipe leaving deposits on right rearl lower quarter panel. *tt
Bulletin:
981512
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
A direct replacement part for the evaporative emission canister and bracket assembly. ak
Bulletin:
98153
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
This tsb is being republished in its entirety to revise the power train control module (pcm) calibration cross reference and revise pcm service part numbers. *ak
Bulletin:
981519
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Traction control lamp flasing intermittently with diagnostic trouble codes u1009 and/or u1027. *ak
Bulletin:
981617
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Floor mat installation procedure service tip. yd
Bulletin:
13024
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
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:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
8249
Component:
162500 structure:body:tailgate
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit the metal tabs on the liftgate inner panel that bond to the outer skin separating and causing a rattle in the liftgate. *tt
Bulletin:
13931
Component:
162500 structure:body:tailgate
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit the metal tabs on the liftgate inner panel that bond to the outer skin separating and causing a rattle in the liftgate. *tt
Bulletin:
985A48
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
On some vehicles the anti-lock brake system (abs) pump motor may run while applying the brake when turning and driving over a bump. *tt
Bulletin:
985020
Component:
034100 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Summary:
Some vehicles built through 9/8/97 may exhibit a condition of multiple diagostic trouble codes. this may be caused by brake fluid and water contamination of circuit 361 and connector c102 under the master cylinder. *ak
Bulletin:
12099
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Vehicles with the ax4s transaxle have an inline transmission cooler bypass valve located in the cooler line near the radiator cooler. *mjs
Bulletin:
12114
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a front end grind/crunch noise during a slow speed turn. *mjs
Bulletin:
985086
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a customer concern described as an air conditioner hiss noise. *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:
12178
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Information regarding tsb 98-5a-12 (transaxle/transmission/transfer case-vehicles towed behind recreational vehicles-recommended guidelines) does not list towing information for certain model vehicles. *mjs
Bulletin:
985137
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a front end grind / crunch noise during a slow speed turn. *tt
Bulletin:
11474
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Some model year vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of rear end noise over bumps. *tt
Bulletin:
9811484
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some high mileage vehicle may exhibit a customer concern of inoperative overdrive cancel light. *tt
Bulletin:
11505
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit rear drum brakes that drag or will not release properly when operated in wet conditions and / or below freezing temperatures. *tt
Bulletin:
97110
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Suspension-diagnostic aan inspection for front suspension noise (s)- service tip. *ak tip.
Bulletin:
14222
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Concerns with subframe clunk on acceleration / deceleration from front of vehicle. *tt
Bulletin:
98-4723
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Engine check lamp on, and misfire dtc (s) po300-po306 action.
Bulletin:
13309
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Some vehicles with 3.8l engine may exhibit black soot on the lower section of the right rear quarter panel. *tt
Bulletin:
983108
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Effective march 2, 1998m3.8l engine assembly is added to fqr(ford quality renewal) assembly program. *ak
Bulletin:
4639
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on diagnostic procedures for vehicles exhibiting check engine lamp on and misfire diagnostic trouble codes p0300 - p0306. *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:
5131
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
Subject regarding vehicles with the ax4s transaxle having an inline transmission cooler bypass valve located in the cooler line near the radiator cooler. *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:
12227
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
For all vehicles with generic electronic module (gem) 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:
980304
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Intermittent no forward engagement with or without dtc p1784 action. *ak
Bulletin:
14656
Component:
034430 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:drum
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit rear drum brakes that drag or will not release properly when operated in wet conditions and / or below freezing temperatures. *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:
14773
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Information on indexing orange dot on torque converter to flexplate. *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:
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:
011701
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding replacement application chart. *et
Bulletin:
01171
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Transaxle - ax4s - replacement application chart - windstar vehicles only. *nlm
Bulletin:
01181
Component:
103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Summary:
Brake shift interlock.*jb
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:
15370
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park. *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:
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:
02152
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a popping / grinding noise from the front of the vehicle when going over bumps or making turns. *tt
Bulletin:
02132
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Grunt / popping noise coming from the front suspension at speeds below 20 mph when turning. *tt
Bulletin:
15682
Component:
036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:
Exhibiting intermittent anti-skid brake system and / or red brake lamp on at times while driving. *tt
Bulletin:
15719
Component:
034400 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit rear drum brakes that drag or will not release properly when operated in wet conditions and / or below freezing temperatures. *tt
Bulletin:
15767
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Subject regarding power steering line part ordering information. *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:
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:
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:
16987
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Slight amount of fluid residue on the outside of the rear wheel cylinder dust boot on vehicles with rear drum brakes. *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:
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:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
04L23
Component:
203000 wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts
Summary:
Literature program 04l23. customer maintenance reminder - aluminum wheel lug nut torque. *tt
Bulletin:
02208
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
Bulletin:
042107
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt

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