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1997 Ford Taurus 4dr Sdn GL
MSRP: $18,985
Invoice: $17,337
Gas Mileage:
CTY: N/A HWY: N/A CMB: N/A
Engine/Fuel: Gas V6 /3.0L/182
Transmission: Automatic w/OD,
Door/Body Style: /4 Door Sedan GL
Drive Type:
Prices/Warranty
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- MSRP: $18,985
- Invoice Price: $17,337
- Destination Charge: $0
- Warranty
- Basic (Month):
- Basic (Mileage):
- Powertrain (Month):
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- Rust (Month):
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Engine & Emissions
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- 3.0L SEFI 12-valve V6 engine
- Engine
- Type of Engine: Gas V6
- Displacement (CC): 3.0L/182
- Fuel System: SEFI
- Horsepower @ RPM: 145 @ 5250
- Torque @ RPM: 170 @ 3250
Dimensions
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- Track Front: 61.6
- Track Rear: 61.4
- Ground Clearance (in): 5.4
- Overall Length (in): 197.5
- Overall Width (in): 55.1
- Wheelbase (in): 108.5
- Interior Dimensions
- Seating capacity - Standard: 6
- Headroom front (in): 39.2
- Hip room front (in): 55.8
- Leg room front (in): 42.2
- Shoulder room front (in): 57.4
Features
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- Clearcoat paint
- Luggage compartment courtesy lights
- Multi-reflector halogen headlamps
- Tri-colored taillamps
- Manual air conditioning
- Rear window defroster
- Electronic AM/FM stereo radio {Upgraded by base PEP}
- 120 MPH elect speedometer
- Electronic digital clock w/dimming feature
- Gauges-inc: temp, fuel, trip odometer, million mile odometer
- Integrated control panel-inc: radio, climate/rear defroster/clock controls
- Positive shut-off climate control registers on instrument panel
- Tachometer
- Warning lights-inc: air bags, door ajar, battery, oil pressure, low brake fluid, service engine soon, seat belt reminder
- Front wheel drive
- Low liftover fully trimmed luggage compartment-inc: mini-spare tire
- Mini spare tire
- P205/65R15 all-season SBR BSW tires
- "Sparkle" painted full wheel covers
- 2-speed variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Cloth-covered sun visors w/covered vanity mirrors
- Complete solar-tinted glass
- Day/night rearview mirror
- Dual electric remote body-color mirrors
- Flush moldings-inc: black side windows/windshield/backlight
- Pwr side windows-inc: illum controls, lock-out switch,driver-side express down
- Side window demisters
Safety Features
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- Child-safety rear door locks
- Chimes-inc: safety belt reminder, headlamp-on, door open, key in ignition
- Driver & front passenger air bag supplemental restraint system
- Dual note horn
- Braking & Traction
- Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes
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NHTSA Test Results
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Crash Test Data for 1997 Ford
Ford Vehicle Front Star Rating Side Star Rating Rollover Resistance Rating Driver Passenger Front Seat Rear Seat 1997 Aerostar Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
Tested1997 Aspire Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
Tested1997 Club Wagon Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
Tested1997 Contour Not
Tested1997 Crown Victoria Not
Tested1997 Econoline Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
Tested1997 Escort Not
Tested1997 Expedition Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
Tested1997 Explorer Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
Tested1997 F-150 Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
Tested1997 Mustang Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
Tested1997 Mustang Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
Tested1997 Probe Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
Tested1997 Ranger Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
Tested1997 Taurus Not
Tested1997 Thunderbird Not
Tested1997 Windstar Not
TestedNot
TestedNot
TestedService Bulletins for 1997 Ford
1997 FORD AEROMAX Bulletin Number: 02169 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE DEVELOPED FOR DIAGNOSING AND CORRECTING VEHICLE LEAN. *TT Bulletin Number: 11755 SOME VEHICLES WITH THE CATERPILLAR 3306 ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT THE LOWER RADIATOR HOSE BEING DISCONNECTED FROM THE ENGINE WATER PUMP OUTLET. *TT Bulletin Number: 8164 INFORMATION ON 5R55E - 4R55E - 4R44E PUMP ALIGNMENT TOOLS. *TT Bulletin Number: 962216 STEP PLATE - FUEL TANK STEP PLATE VIBRATES - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 10/1/96 EQUIPPED WITH 70 AND/OR 120 GALLON REAR-MOUNTED CYLINDRICAL FUEL TANKS WITH TANK-MOUNTED STEP PLATE. *TW Bulletin Number: 962419 HOOD GRILLE OPENING PANEL - CRACK AT TOP LEFT AND RIGHT CORNERS - VEHICLES BUILT FROM 11/1/95 THROUGH 4/1/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 97010510638 THE VERTICAL EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD MAY EXHIBIT CRACKING AROUND ITS MOUNTING BOLT HOLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 97050110609 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE FD 1460 ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT REAR ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET ATTACHING BOLTS LOSSENING. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110626 THE CENTER SUPPORT BAR TO THE OPTIONAL BUG/DIRT SCREEN MAY CRACK AT EITHER END. *TW Bulletin Number: 970902971813 UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, ROAD SPLASH AND SPRAY MAY BUILD UP ON THE CAB SIDE WINDOWS. *YC Bulletin Number: 970902971815 SOME VEHICLES FAN CLUTCH MAY CYCLE ON WHEN ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES, SUCH AS TURN SIGNALS, HEADLAMPS, ETC. ARE ACTIVATED. *YC Bulletin Number: 970902971816 THE FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT MAY WEAR AND/OR COME OFF ON SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DETROIT DIESEL ENGINE AND AIR CONDITIONING. *YC Bulletin Number: 970902971817 SOME ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED DIESEL ENGINES CAN BE MODIFIED TO INCREASE ENGINE OUTPUT BY ALTERING THE ORIGINAL ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 97119 NOISE- AIR LEAK FROM BEHIND INSTRUMENT- PANEL- VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 10/21/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 97217 DOORS - BATTERY ACCESS DOORS MAY COME LOOSE - NEW PART AVAILABILITY - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 9-96. *TW Bulletin Number: 97412 COOLING SYSTEM- ENGINE COOLING FAN CRACKS AT CENTER HUB. *JD Bulletin Number: 97517 ENGINE- DIESEL- FD1060 AND FD1460- WHITE SMOKE FROM EXHAUST- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97518 FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT (FEAD)- FEAD BELT MAY WEAR AND/OR COME OFF- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1460 ENGINE BUILT THROUGH 12/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 97630 HARD STARTING- POSSIBLE PLUGGED CATALYTIC CONVERTER/MUFFLER (CCM)- VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 11/29/93 EQUIPPED WITH 1994 EMISSION LEVEL FD1060 OR FD1460 DIESEL ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97715 SUN VISOR- OPTIONAL ROOF-MOUNTED SUN VISOR VIBRATES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97717 WIRING- WIRE HARNESS GROUND- INTERMITTENT OR OPEN. *JD Bulletin Number: 9811333 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONDITIONS ON THE HOOD SPRING CONTACTING THE HOOD CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE HOOD AND / OR INSULATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811468 SOME MODELS WITH CAT C10/C12 ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE ENGINE FRONT COVER, NEAR THE FAN HUB PULLEY SUPPORT MOUNTING CONTAC STUDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98157 FRONT ENGINE COVER CRACKS. YD Bulletin Number: 98162 HARD TO MOVE THE HOOD UP AND DOWN.*AK Bulletin Number: 98201 INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL ISSUES, SUCH AS DASH LIGHTS FLASHING WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98202 THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX COVER IS NOW AVAILABLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982022 DELCO-REMY HAS MADE AVAILABLE A REVISED GENERATOR FOR SERVICE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982023 HINGES AND HINGE SPRINGS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE FOR THE OPTIONAL READY LINE ACCESS DOOR, BUTTERFLY DOORS OR TRANSVERSE ACCESS DOORS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982115 A NEW SERVICE PARTS RELEASED. *YC Bulletin Number: 982116 THE LOWER RADITTOR HOSE IS BEING PULLED OFF AT THE ENGINE WATER PUMP ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982118 A NOISE HEARD DURING DRIVELINE TORQUE. Bulletin Number: 98237 SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCE HEATER SUPPLY TUBES THAT MAY CRACK AND/ OR LEAK COOLANT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98243 CONCERNS REGARDING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL PLATE CRACKS AT PARKING BRAKE VALVE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982520 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRAME-MOUNTED VERTICAL MUFFLER SUPPORTS MAY EXHIBIT A CRACK ALONG THE PIPE BEND. *YC Bulletin Number: 98257 CONCERNS WITH THE FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT ( FEAD )-FEAD BELT MAY WEAR AND/OR COME OFF. *YC Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 98424 CONDITION WITH TIRES BEING LOWER THAN EXPECTED TIRE LIFE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98425 DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATIN AND WIRING SCHEMATICS FOR BOTH THE HORTON AND KYSOR ENGINE COOLING FAN CLUTCHES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98518 THE OIL LEVEL INDICATOR MAY BE DIFFICULT TO INSTALL AND/OR WHEN INSTALLED MAY CONTACT THE CRAKSHAFT ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98711 INFORMATION ON AVAILABILITY OF REVISED COOLANT LEVEL SENSOR. *YC Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99205 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 9944 PROCEDURES ON REPAIRING BROKEN RADIATOR COOLANT SUPPLY TANK VENT HOSE NIPPLES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0193970201 REVISED FAN ASSEMBLIES FOR PREMIUM DIESEL ENGINES ARE NOW AVAILABLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0200970201 DASH MOUNTED AIR VALVE ASSEMBLIES, BASE PART #4484, MAY LEAK AIR. NEW VALVE PART. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0205970201 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE CUMMINS ELECTRONIC ENGINE THE TACHOMETER MAY BE INOPERATIVE OR ERRATIC. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0323961101 TACHOMETER INOPERATIVE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0323970201 TACHOMETER INOPERATIVE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0323972301 TACHOMETER INOPERATIVE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0480961113 REPLACEMENT LEVELING VALVE EXTENTION ROD FOR HENDRICKSON AIR-RIDE SUSPENSION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0756961017 INFORMATION WHEN TROUBLESHOOTING THE SPEEDOMETER & TACHOMETER. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0831961009 BATTERY ACCESS PANEL MAY BECOME LOOSE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0840961008 COOLANT TEMP GAUGE MAY READ ON THE HIGH OR HOT SIDE OF NORMAL, CAUSED BY LOCATION OF COOLANT TEMP SENSOR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1009097020 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE CUMMINS ELECTRONIC ENGINE THE TACHOMETER MAY BE INOPEATIVE OR ERRATIC. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1018797230 DIAGNOSE THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1022997230 IF ONE OF THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS IS REPROTED ON A VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH AN ELECTRONIC ENGINE PLEASE CONTACT FORD HEAVY TRUCKS: INTERMITTENT SPEEDOMETER OR SPEED CONTROL FUNCTIONS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1026897020 THE DIPSTICK RUBBING AGAINST THE ENGINE CRANKSHAFT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1031997020 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE HENDRICKSON AIR SUSPENSION, IT MAY BE DIFFICULT TO MAINTAIN THE CORRECT VEHICLE RIDE HEIGHT DUE TO THE CURRENT MOUNTING OF THE AIR LEVELING VALVE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC2234970501 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT REAR ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET ATTATCHING BOLTS LOOSENING. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2444970501 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS M-11 AND N-14 SELECT PLUS ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT THE AIR OPERATED COOLING FAN RUNNING CONTINUOUSLY IF THE ENGINE ECM FAN CONTROL PARAMETERS ARE SET INCORRECTLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3093970225 A/C COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT OR ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT ROLLING OFF DRIVE PULLEYS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3157970219 FEAD BELT MAY OR ROLL OFF - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD 1460 ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3163970218 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HENDRICKSON HAS SUSPENSION - MAY BE DIFFICULT TO MAINTAIN CORRECT VEHICLE RIDE HEIGHT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3202970214 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER STEERING AND A BUG/DIRT SCREEN - THE SCREEN MAY CONTACT THE POWER STEERING COOLER ON THE PASSENGER SIDE CAUSING A NOISE CONCERN AND OVER TIME, MAY WEAR A HOLE IN THE POWER STEERING COOLER, RESULTING IN A FLUID L Bulletin Number: BC3222970212 CONCERN WITH LOWER ROOF AIR DEFLECTOR SUPPORT BRACKETS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3223970212 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DETROIT DIESEL ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONCERN WITH ENGINE WARNING LAMPS COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3235970211 FD 1060 ENGINES - DIPSTICK RUBBING AGAINST CRANKSHAFT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3275970207 INOPERATIVE HORN OR HORN OPERATES EVEN THOUGH NOT PUSHED. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3278970207 AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR BELT MAY COME OFF DRIVE PULLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3350972301 ENGINE DERATE (REDUCTION IN ENGINE-POWER) POSSIBLY INTERMITTENT- INTERMITTEN SPEEDOMETER OR SPEED CONTROL FUNCTION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3505972301 THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5189961001 INFORMATION ON TROUBLESHOOTING THE SPEEDOMETER & TACHOMETER. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5193961001 PROCEDURE FOR AIR SUSPENSION LIGHT ON. *TT 1997 FORD AEROSTAR Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 01124 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 Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01197 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.0L OHV ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE NOISE WHICH MAY BE PERCEIVED BY THE CUSTOMER AS A PISTON / ONNECTING ROD BEARING KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 02138 LOW LINE PRESSURE READING AT WIDE OPEN THROTTLE (WOT), SLIPPING SHIFTS AND / OR DELAYED ENGAGEMENTS WITH POSSIBLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0732, P0733, P1762 SET ON VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 12/1/2001. *TT Bulletin Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02221 ENGINE-GEAR DRIVEN SYNCHRONIZERS-INCORRECT INSTALLATION-CAMSHAFT POSITION SYNCHRONIZER (CMP) INSTALLATION TOOL CORRECT APPLICATION. *MJ Bulletin Number: 0282 SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 9/15/2001 MAY EXHIBIT LOW LINE PRESSURE READINGS WHILE IN DRIVE, NO 2ND GEAR, NO 3RD GEAR, NO ENGINE BRAKING IN MANUAL 1ST AND SLIPPING SHIFTS AND / OR DELAYED ENGAGEMENTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 13118 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE NOISE WHICH MAY BE PERCEIVED BY THE CUSTOMER AS A PISTON / CONNECTING ROD BEARING KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 13180 INFORMATION REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL CHART. *MJS Bulletin Number: 15887 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO 1-2 UPSHIFT, NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, A NO ENGINE BRAKING CONDITION IN MANUAL 1 OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0732 (GEAR 2 INCORRECT RATIO) OR P0733 (GEAR 3 INCORRECT RATIO). *TT Bulletin Number: 5518 INFORMATION ON SERVICING OIL PAN GASKET LEAKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 6896 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE NOISE WHICH MAY BE PERCEIVED BY THE CUSTOMER AS A PISTON / CONNECTING ROD BEARING KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 6997 SOME SERVICE MANUALS MAY LIST THE INCORRECT CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR VEHICLES WITH VARIOUS ENGINE SIZES. *TT Bulletin Number: 8164 INFORMATION REGARDING PUMP ALIGNMENT TOOLS. **MR Bulletin Number: 870197 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 Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 962215 FLUID - NEW MERCON V REQUIRED - TRANSMISSION - 4R44E - DESCRIPTION OF FEATURES AND MAJOR COMPONENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96226 AIR CONDITIONING - COMPRESSOR FAILURE - INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF REFRIGERANT OIL. *TW Bulletin Number: 962410 TRANSMISSION - E40D - 4R70W - 4R44E - 5R55E - NEW DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR - DIAGNOSIS SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962617 BRAKES - BRAKE SERVICE - SERVICE TIPS. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110607 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONCERNS OF THE REAR ABS LIGHT COMING ON WHEN THE IGNITION IS IN THE ON POSITION. Bulletin Number: 97090297189 EXPERIENCING A "THUMPING" NOISE OR TEMPEATURE GAUGE FLUCTATION WITH SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 97111097234 VEHICLES EXHIBITING A "SQUEAKING" OR "CHIRPING" FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW BLOWER MOTOR SPEEDS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9747 FRAME- RIVET REPLACEMENT WITH BOLTS- SERVICE TIPS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97610 BLOWER MOTOR- "CHIRPING" OR "SQUEAKING" FROM BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW SPEEDS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97623 BATTERY- DISCHARGED- VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 2/14/97. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97716 FUEL INJECTION PUMP- BOSCH- SERVICE INFORMATION FOR FD1060/1460 DIESEL ENGINES. *JD Bulletin Number: 98112 SUBJECT REGARDING A NEW SERVICE CENTER SUPPORT THAT USES A THRUST BEARING (#3 AND #4) IN PLACE OF THRUST WASHERS HAS BEEN RELEASED. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982312 ISSUES REGAREDING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTCS ) P0705, P0708, P1704, AND / OR P1705 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98233 CONCERNS WITH FRONT DRIVE AXLE FLUID MAY LEAK OUT OF THE VENT UNDER SOME DRIVING MODES ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 983080 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSFER CASE REAR HOUSING AND DRIVESHAFT REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9832 FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS MADE OF XENOY PLASTIC HAVE HAD THE CONDUCTIVE PRIMER REMOVED FROM SERVICE PARTS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 9844 SOME DIFFICULTY IN MATCHING THE TEXTURE OF THE OEM ANTI-CHIP STONE ABRASION MATERIAL TO RPAIR MATERIALS WHEN SERVICING. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98514 CONCERNS WITH A WHISTLING OR HISSING NOISE FROM THE MAIN CONTROL AREA OCCURING WHILE IDLING IN DRIVE AND / OR REVERSE ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A52 THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS SERVICE TIPS WHEN SERVICING ANY BRAKE RELATED ROUGHNESS / PULL CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9868 A ROUGH IDLE, STALLING AT AN IDLE AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0171, P0174, AND/OR P1151 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY ON SOME VEHICLES WITH A 4.OL ENGINE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99183 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION ON REVISED OIL PAN GASKET REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99235 DURING EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES AND UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS, MOISTURE IN THE CRANKCASE MAY ENTER THE PCV SYSTEM, FREEZE AND CAUSE PRESURE IN THE ENGINE CRANKCASE. THE PCV FITTING IN THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD MAY FREEZE OR Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0191970201 VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEVERAL MEGAFUSES ARE USED. NOW HAS A NEW PLASTIC COVER. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0324961101 COLD ENGINE KNOCK/TICK NOISE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0324970201 COLD ENGINE KNOCK/TICK NOISE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0344961127 1996-1997 AEROSTAR INTERIOR TRIM PANELS ARE OCCASIONALLY BEING REPORTED WITH ISSUES OF DAMAGE/DELAMINATION/HOLES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0344972301 INTERIOR TRIM PANELS ARE OCCASIONALLY BEING REPORTED WITH ISSUES OF DAMAGE/DELAMINATION/HOLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0407961115 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING DIAGNOSED FAILED PARTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0490961112 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING DIAGNOSED FAILED COMPONENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC1018997230 BLOCK HEATERS MAY EXPERIENCE COOLANT LEAKS DUE TO INTERFERENCE WITH THE BLOCK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019797230 THE VEHICLES WILL SHIFT 1,2,3,4,5 REGARDLESS OF THROTTLE POSITION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019997230 4.0L EQUIPPED VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLUCTUATION THAT MAY BE ACCOMPNIED WITH A THUMPING NOISE OR FEEL IN THE COOLANT HOSES WITH THE ENGINE AT NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1028597020 DISCHARGED BATTERIES ON 97 AEROSTARS MAY BE CAUSED BY AN INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL DRAW THAT MAY BE DIFFICULT T DUPLICATE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105979705 UPDATE INFORMATION FOR 1997 4R44E AND 5R55E TRANSMISSIONS - THERE ARE TWO (2) DIFFERENT SIZE DIRECT CLUTCH STEEL PLATES WHEN SERVICING 4R44E OR 5R55E TRANSMISSIONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2226970501 SERVICING TIP - TRANSMISSION - THERE ARE TWO DIFFERENT SIZE DIRECT CLUTCH STEEL PLATES WHEN SERVICING 4R44E OR 5R55E TRANSMISSIONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2232970501 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONDITIONS THAT CAUSE THE ABS LIGHT (RABS) TO ILLUMINATE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2394970501 THE AIR OPERATED COOLING FAN MAYU RUN CONTINUOUSLY IF THE ENGINE ECM FAN CONTROL PARAMETERS ARE SET INCORRECTLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2431970501 AEROSTAR E4WD MODELS MAY EXPERIENCE FRONT AXLE LUBRICANT LEAKAGE FROM THE VENT TUBE UNDER SOME DRIVING CONDITIONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2433970501 ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A DRIVEABILITY CONCERN DESCRIBED AS A SURGE/BUCK/JERK OR HESITATION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3234970211 WINDSHIELD CRACKS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3244970210 FD 1460 ENGINES - NON-FUNCTIONING AIR INTAKE HEATERS - ENSURE THAT THE DIAGNOSTIC SWITCH IS IN OFF POSITION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3301970204 DISCHARGED BATTERIES MAY BE CAUSED BY INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL DRAW DIFFICULT TO DUPLICATE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3441972301 AS OF 1/7/97 THE AUTOMATIC SHIFT LOCK FEATURE TAG THAT WAS AFFIXED AROUND THE GEAR SELECTOR, HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED FOR PRODUTION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3483972301 THE VEHICLE WILL SHIFT 1,2,3,4,5 REGARDLESS OF THROTTLE POSTION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3485972301 4.0L EQUIPPED VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLUCTUATION THAT MAY BE ACCOMPANIED WITH A THUMPING NOISE OR FEEL IN THE COOLANT HOSE WITH THE ENGINE AT NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3491972301 SOME 4.0L ENGINES WITH BLOCK HEATERS MAY EXPERIENCE COOLANT LEAKS DUE TO INTERFERENCE WITH THE BLOCK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9666961001 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 Number: BC9714961101 DIAGNOSTIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICING EVAPORATIVE EMISSION PURGE FLOW SYSTEM. *TW 1997 FORD ASPIRE Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 12196 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300 STORED IN MEMORY. ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING. *TT Bulletin Number: 12526 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT REPEAT MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0300 - P0304 AFTER SSM 11543 (REPLACEMENT DISTRIBUTION VANE COVER) HAS BEEN PERFORMED. *TT Bulletin Number: 12575 INFORMATION ON HEAD GASKET OIL & COOLANT PASSAGES. *TT Bulletin Number: 5241 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 5850 SUBJECT REGARDING REPEATED MISFIRE CODES - DTCS P0300 - P0304. *TT Bulletin Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96227 NOISE - CLICK, CLUNK, RATTLE - MTX TRANSAXLE REVERSE GEAR. *TW Bulletin Number: 96245 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1794 STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY - PROBE WITH 2.5L, ESCORT WITH 1.8L AND ASPIRE. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96262 GLASS - DOOR GLASS WILL NOT ROLL DOWN. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110631 CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF MIL (MALFAUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP) AND DTC'S OF P0505 AND/ OR PO140. *YC Bulletin Number: 9711 THE DOOR GLASS WINDOW MAY NOT ROLL DOWN ON SOME VEHICLES- THIS MAY BE DUE TO THE FOAM PAD BRACKET PULLING AWAY FROM THE DOOR SKIN. *JD Bulletin Number: 97111097236 SOME VEHICLES AFTER A TRANSAXLE OVERHAUL MAY BE EXPERIENCE NO THIRD GEAR AND/OR REVERSE. *YC Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 983304 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON AND CODES P0140 OR P0141 PRESENT WITH NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9874 A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 996124 INFORMATION REGARDING DOOR LOCK FREEZING REPAIR. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0304972301 MIL LIGHT ON WITH DTC P0505. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0304A97020 CONCERNS OF DTC P0505 THAT ARE NOT RESOLVED BY FOLLOWING PP TESTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9666961001 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 1997 FORD B700 Bulletin Number: 11817 SOME MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS MAY HAVE A CONCERN WITH A WORN OR BINDING CLUTCH ROD BALL END. *TT Bulletin Number: 4709 SOME MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS MAY HAVE A CONCERN WITH A WORN OR BINDING CLUTCH ROD BALL END. *TT Bulletin Number: 991311 CONDITIONS WITH POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING FROM THE BRAKE PUMP RESERVOIR AT 90 DEGREE ELBOW ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT 1997 FORD B800 Bulletin Number: 11817 SOME MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS MAY HAVE A CONCERN WITH A WORN OR BINDING CLUTCH ROD BALL END. *TT Bulletin Number: 4709 SOME MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS MAY HAVE A CONCERN WITH A WORN OR BINDING CLUTCH ROD BALL END. *TT Bulletin Number: 991311 CONDITIONS WITH POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING FROM THE BRAKE PUMP RESERVOIR AT 90 DEGREE ELBOW ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT 1997 FORD BRONCO Bulletin Number: 12905 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AXLE WIND UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A FOUR WHEEL DRIVE HI OR LOW RANGE MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 983074 CONCERNS WITH AXLE WIND-UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0053970201 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E40D TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0053972301 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1015397020 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC2301970501 NEW CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER WITH A REDESIGNED LIP SEAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT 1997 FORD B SERIES Bulletin Number: 02169 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE DEVELOPED FOR DIAGNOSING AND CORRECTING VEHICLE LEAN. *TT Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04217 GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 12564 SUBJECT REGARDING PROPER OPERATION AND INTERPRETATION OF DUAL AIR PRESSURE GAUGE READINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 17467 ENGINE OR FUEL SYSTEM CONCERNS WHEN USING FUEL WITH GREATER THAN 5% BIODIESEL CONCENTRATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5899 CLARIFICATION PERTAINING TO THE DUAL AIR PRESSURE GAUGE FUNCTION. *TT Bulletin Number: 6473 SOME MEDIUM TRUCKS PRODUCED AT KENTUCKY ASSEMBLY PLANT MAY EXHIBIT OIL LEAKING OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER. *TT Bulletin Number: 962218 STARTER - STARTER DOES NOT ENGAGE AND/OR STARTER MAY CYCLE (ENGAGE-DISENGAGE-ENGAGE) WHILE CRANKING - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN FD ENGINE AND AN ALLISON MD3000 TRANSMISSION BUILT THROUGH 8/1/96, *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 962529 FEAD BELT - HIGH WEAR AND/OR COMES OFF THE DRIVE PULLEY - VEHICLES BUILT FROM 4/1/92 THROUGH 9/1/96 WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 97115 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 Number: 97117 HEATER- LACK OF HEAT IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 ENGINE- COOLING SYSTEM- ENGINE DOES NOT REACH OPERATING TEMPERATURE- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97118 ENGINE- FD1060 OR FD1460- HIGH VIBRATION AT LOW ENGINE RPM- VIBRATION- HIGH- AT LOW ENGINE RPM- VEHICLES WITH FD1060 OR FD1460 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97218 SUSPENSION - NOISE FROM FRONT SPRING REAR HANGER - REVISED REAR SPRING HANGER INSULATOR PAD - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 6000, 7000 OR 9000 LB AXLES BUILT THROUGH 10/1/97. *TW Bulletin Number: 97315 NO START- STARTER WILL NOT TURN ENGINE OVER- VEHICLES WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97411 FEAD BELT- HIGH WEAR AND/OR COMES OFF OF THE DRIVE PULLEY- VEHICLES BUILT FROM 4/1/92 THROUGH 6/1/96 WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97517 ENGINE- DIESEL- FD1060 AND FD1460- WHITE SMOKE FROM EXHAUST- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97630 HARD STARTING- POSSIBLE PLUGGED CATALYTIC CONVERTER/MUFFLER (CCM)- VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 11/29/93 EQUIPPED WITH 1994 EMISSION LEVEL FD1060 OR FD1460 DIESEL ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97716 FUEL INJECTION PUMP- BOSCH- SERVICE INFORMATION FOR FD1060/1460 DIESEL ENGINES. *JD Bulletin Number: 981511 HARD TO START VEHICLE AT COLD TEMPERATURE.*AK Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98614 THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE READING MAY BE INACCURATE. *YC Bulletin Number: 99133 SUBJECT REGARDING INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL ISSUES, SUCH AS DASH LIGHTS FLASHING WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED. *TT Bulletin Number: 991413 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 OR FD1460 MIDRANGE DIESEL ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE A VIBRATION OR BUZZ THROUGH THE THROTTLE PEDAL. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99205 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9983 EXPERIENCING VARIOUS INTERMITTENT CONCERNS, SUCH AS LOW COOLANT LEVEL SENSOR LEAKING COOLANT INTO WIRING HARNESS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0601961101 MANY MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS THAT ARE REPLACED/REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY AND RETURNED TO THE WPRC SHOW SIGNS OF IMPROPER/LACK OF MAINTENANCE OR MISDIAGNOSIS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0604961101 NEW FUEL HOSE TO REPLACE THE HOSE USED IN THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL RETURN SYSTEM - THE CURRENT HOSE MAY SHOW SIGHN OF DETERIOATION OR CRACKS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC1018797230 DIAGNOSE THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1029697020 FD 1060 ENGINES THE LOWER COOLANT PIPE, BASE PART NUMBER -8291- WAS CHANGED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC2312970501 NEW THROTTLE CABLE TO REDUCE VIBRATION ATTHE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3236970211 FD 1060 ENGINES - NEW DESIGN STARTER MOTOR TO ALLEVIATE HARD START/NO START CONCERNS IN COLD AMBIENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3505972301 THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD 1997 FORD B SERIES (MEDIUM) Bulletin Number: 13736 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE OIL LEAKING FROM THE SHIFT LEVER. *MJS 1997 FORD CARGO Bulletin Number: 02169 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE DEVELOPED FOR DIAGNOSING AND CORRECTING VEHICLE LEAN. *TT Bulletin Number: 962218 STARTER - STARTER DOES NOT ENGAGE AND/OR STARTER MAY CYCLE (ENGAGE-DISENGAGE-ENGAGE) WHILE CRANKING - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN FD ENGINE AND AN ALLISON MD3000 TRANSMISSION BUILT THROUGH 8/1/96, *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 962529 FEAD BELT - HIGH WEAR AND/OR COMES OFF THE DRIVE PULLEY - VEHICLES BUILT FROM 4/1/92 THROUGH 9/1/96 WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 962622 ASSIST HANDLE- INSTRUMENT PANEL-MOUNTED ASSIS HANDLE MAY COME LOOSE- VEHICLES BUILT FROM 8/1/90 THROUGH 6/1/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 97115 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 Number: 97117 HEATER- LACK OF HEAT IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 ENGINE- COOLING SYSTEM- ENGINE DOES NOT REACH OPERATING TEMPERATURE- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97118 ENGINE- FD1060 OR FD1460- HIGH VIBRATION AT LOW ENGINE RPM- VIBRATION- HIGH- AT LOW ENGINE RPM- VEHICLES WITH FD1060 OR FD1460 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97315 NO START- STARTER WILL NOT TURN ENGINE OVER- VEHICLES WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97411 FEAD BELT- HIGH WEAR AND/OR COMES OFF OF THE DRIVE PULLEY- VEHICLES BUILT FROM 4/1/92 THROUGH 6/1/96 WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97517 ENGINE- DIESEL- FD1060 AND FD1460- WHITE SMOKE FROM EXHAUST- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97630 HARD STARTING- POSSIBLE PLUGGED CATALYTIC CONVERTER/MUFFLER (CCM)- VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 11/29/93 EQUIPPED WITH 1994 EMISSION LEVEL FD1060 OR FD1460 DIESEL ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 98201 INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL ISSUES, SUCH AS DASH LIGHTS FLASHING WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98711 INFORMATION ON AVAILABILITY OF REVISED COOLANT LEVEL SENSOR. *YC Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99205 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE. *TT 1997 FORD CF SERIES Bulletin Number: BC0601961101 MANY MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS THAT ARE REPLACED/REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY AND RETURNED TO THE WPRC SHOW SIGNS OF IMPROPER/LACK OF MAINTENANCE OR MISDIAGNOSIS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0604961101 NEW FUEL HOSE TO REPLACE THE HOSE USED IN THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL RETURN SYSTEM - THE CURRENT HOSE MAY SHOW SIGHN OF DETERIOATION OR CRACKS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC1018797230 DIAGNOSE THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1026797230 FD 1060 ENGINE HARD START OR NO START IN EXTREMELY COLD AMBIENTS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3236970211 FD 1060 ENGINES - NEW DESIGN STARTER MOTOR TO ALLEVIATE HARD START/NO START CONCERNS IN COLD AMBIENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3505972301 THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD 1997 FORD CONTOUR Bulletin Number: 00141 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A NO START CONDITION AND / OR THE 10 AMP GFI INJECTOR FUSE MAY OPEN. *JB Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00152 ADDRESSING CONCERNS OF VIBRATION NOISE FROM THE REAR OF VEHICLE AFTER INSTALLATION OF THE COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) TANK ON BI-FUEL VEHICLES ONLY. *JB Bulletin Number: 00182 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT NO FORWARD GEAR RANGES DUE TO THE MISALIGNMENT OF THE FORWARD / COAST CLUTCH CYLINDER SNAP RING WITH RESPECT TO THE LEGS OF THE FORWARD CLUTCH PISTON. *JB Bulletin Number: 0019 INFORMATION REGARDING SEVERAL INTERNAL CHANGES THAT HAVE BEEN IMPLEMENTED ON THE MRX-75 TRANSAXLE TO IMPROVE SHIFT EFFORTS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00239 A CONDITION MAY EXIST WITH POSSIBLE ELECTRONC DAMAGE OCCURING TO THE COMPUVALVE FROM VOLTAGE SPIKES BETWEEN THE COMPUVALVE CONNECTIONS WHEN CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING THE MAIN COMPUVALVE HARNESS C4025. *TT Bulletin Number: 00611 SOME BI-FUEL VEHICLES MAY REQUIRE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPLACEMENT DURING SERVICE AND MAY NOT RUN ON CNG OR LPG., RECALIBRATION OF THE PCM/REPLACEMENT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 0085 DUE TO AN INTERNAL DESIGN CHANGE TO THE SOLENOID TANK VALVE, THE PRESSURE RELEASE DEVICE (PRD) CAN NO LONGER BE REMOVED FROM THE TANK VALVE WITHOUT FIRST VENTING THE FUEL TANK. **MR Bulletin Number: 00S03 SAFETY RECALL PERTAINING TO BRAKE PRESSURE CONTROL REDUCING VALVE REPLACEMENT. *JB Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 01214 INFORMATION TO AID IN DIAGNOSIS FOR CLARIFICATION OF LOCK-OFF SOLENOID AND SOLENOID TANK VALVE COIL RSISTANCES FOR BI-FUEL VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 01231 SOME COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ROUGH IDLE OR NO START WHEN COLD. *TT Bulletin Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0147 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT Bulletin Number: 01M07 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF FUNCTION WITH THE HEATER BLOWER MOTOR SWITCH IN ONE OR MORE SWITCH POSITIONS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 020503 GUIDANCE FOR CNG TANK INSPECTION FOR VEHICLES PRODUCED AFTER DECEMBER 2, 1996. *TT UPDATE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0214 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 Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 022001 REPLACEMENT SPEAKER INSTALLATION TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 02208 CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH Bulletin Number: 0224 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE CD4E TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT HARSH AND DELAYED 1-2/2-3 UPSHIFTS AFTER TRANSAXLE OR TURBINE SHAFT SPEED SENSOR REPLACEMENT, POSSIBLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES 628, 642, 645, 646, 647, 648, P0731, P0732, P0734, P0 Bulletin Number: 0253 SUBJECT REGARDING ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLE COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS TANK INSPECTION. *TT Bulletin Number: 03102 COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG). ROUGH IDLE OR NO START WHEN COLD. VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CNG BI-FUEL ENGINE ONLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 03103 VEHICLES WITHOUT THE COOLANT LOCK-OFF MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 041516 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE(S) P0420 AND/OR P0430. *TT Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 11499 EXHIBITING A NOISE IN THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AND POSSIBLY CAUSED BY A FRONT STABILIZER BAR OR LINK NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 11725 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A KNOCKING OR CLUNKING SOUND DURING RAPID ACCELERATION / DECELERATION AS WHEN LETTING OFF AND PUTTING YOUR FOOT DOWN ON THE ACCELERATOR QUICKLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 11791 SOME VEHICLES WITH CD4E TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO CRANK / NO START IN PARK. VEHICLE WILL CRANK AND START IN NEUTRAL. *TT Bulletin Number: 12075 VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 6/16/98 MAY HAVE A BROKEN/DETACHED IP CLUSTR BEZEL GAPHIDER. THE HIDER IS A HINGED FLAP BETWEEN THE STEERING COLUMN SHROUD AND THE IP BEZEL. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12140 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED ITH 2.0L MAY REQUIRE REPLACEMENT OF THE LEFT AIR BAG MODULE OR STEERING WHEEL DURING NORMAL REPAIR SITUATIONS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12508 SOME VEHICLES MAY REQUIRE STEERING WHEEL AND AIRBAG REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 12520 SUBJECT REGARDING 60 AMP FUSE BLOWN. *TT Bulletin Number: 12525 CONCERNS WITH THE LEFT AIR CONDITIONING PANEL REGISTER DISCHARGE TEMPERATURE THAT IS WARMER THAN THE CENTER AND / OR RIGHT VENTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 12556 SUBJECT REGARDING TECHNICAL HOTLINE ASSISTANCE FOR BI-FUEL VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 12707 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT BRAKE GROAN. *TT Bulletin Number: 12726 INFORMATION REGARDING DECKLID RELEASE ISSUES. *TT Bulletin Number: 13178 INFORMATION REGARDING CLUNK/RATTLE ON TIP-IN OR TRANSMISSION GEAR ENGAGEMENT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13316 EXHIBITING A DRIVELINE RATTLE OR CLUNKING TYPE NOISE DURING TIP-IN OR TRANSMISSION GEAR ENGAGEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 13364 CUSTOMER MAY COMMENT ON VIBRATION AT 60 - 70 MPH AT CRUISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13379 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINE AND CD4E TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A DRIVELINE RATTLE OR CLUNKING TYPE NOISE DURING TIP-IN OR TRANSMISSION GEAR ENGAGEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 13387 VEHICLES WITH REAR DISC BRAKES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK IN THE REAR SUSPENSION AREA. *TT Bulletin Number: 13454 SUBJECT REGARDING THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH VOLTAGE READINGS - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13761 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT SYMPTOMS OF CLUTCH SLIPPAGE OR NO CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT AFTER PERFORMINB REPAIRS TO THE CLUTCH SYSTEM. *MJS Bulletin Number: 14375 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5L DURATEC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE OVERHEAT CONDITION DUE TO LACK OF CIRCULATION OF COOLANT. *JB Bulletin Number: 14490 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L DURATEC (24V) ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0420 AND / OR P0430. *TT Bulletin Number: 14775 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (DRL) MAY EXHIBIT THE HIGH BEAM INDICATOR IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FLASHING WHEN THE DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS ARE ON. *TT Bulletin Number: 14877 SOME VEHICLES MAY ILLUMINATE THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP OR RUN ROUGH AFTER THE CATALYST IS REMOVED AND / OR REPLACED. THIS MAY BE DUE TO VACUUM LEAKS AS A RESULT OF TOLERANCE STACKUP WITHIN THE EXHAUST / EGR / INTAKE SYSTEM. Bulletin Number: 15065 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A/C DISCHARGE AIR TEMPERATURES DIFFERENCES OF GREATER THAN 10 DEGREES F FROM REGISTERS ON LEFT SIDE OF DASH THAN ON RIGHT. *TT Bulletin Number: 15241 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NOISE THAT APPEARS TO COME FROM THE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 15241 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NOISE THAT APPEARS TO COME FROM THE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 15390 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND/OR EGR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES 332, P0401, P1407 (LACKOF EGR FLOW). *TT Bulletin Number: 15636 CONCERN WITH HEADLAMPS AND/OR INSTRUMENT PANEL LAMPS DIMMING SLIGHTLY AT IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15894 SUBJECT REGARDING AUTOMATIC SHIFTER ASSEMBLY OR THE INDICATOR HOUSING REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 16880 INOPERATIVE SHIFT INTERLOCK SOLENOID OR REPEAT INSTRUMENT INTERFACE MODULE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4674 SOME VEHICLES WITH CD4E TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO CRANK / NO START IN PARK. VEHICLE WILL CRANK AND START IN NEUTRAL. *TT Bulletin Number: 5203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 5306 SOME VEHICLES MAYE XHIBIT EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0171 AND P0172 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 5810 SUBJECT ON STEERING WHEEL & AIRBAG REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 5844 SOME VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN AUGUST 1997 AND FEBRUARY 1998 MAY EXHIBIT AN ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) LIGHT ON AND THE BLOWER INOPERATIVE. *TT Bulletin Number: 5849 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LEFT AIR CONDITIONING PANEL REGISTER DISCHARGE TEMPERATURE THAT IS WARMER THAN THE CENTER AND / OR RIGHT VENTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 5892 SUBJECT REGARDING TECHINICAL HOTLINE ASSISTANCE FOR BI-FUEL VEHICLES WITH GFI ALTERNATE FUEL SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 6091738 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AT 60 - 70 MPH (100 - 115 KPH). *TT Bulletin Number: 6201 EXPERIENCING A FRONT BRAKE GROAN DURING CITY DRIVING. *TT Bulletin Number: 6243 ONLINE SERVICE INFORMATION PERTAINING TO VARIOUS DECKLID RELEASE ISSUES. *TT Bulletin Number: 6320 CONCERNS WITH VIBRATION AT 60 - 70 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 6567 SUBJECT REGARDING FORD QUALITY RENEWAL (FQR) ASSEMBLIES. *TT Bulletin Number: 6906 EXHIBITING A STARTER GRINDING NOISE AND / OR LACK OF STARTER DRIVE ENGAGEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 6994 CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHIBITING A DRIVELINE RATTLE OR CLUNKING TYPE NOISE DURING TIP-IN OR TRANSMISSION GEAR ENGAGEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 7344 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AT 60-70 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 7349 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINE AND CD4E TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A DRIVELINE RATTLE OR CLUNKING TYPE NOISE DURING TIP-IN OR TRANSMISSION GEAR ENGAGEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 7430 INFORMATION REGARDING SPEED CONTROL SWITCH VOLTAGE READINGS - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 7864 WORLD WIDE DIAGNOSTICS SERVICE TIP. Bulletin Number: 7923 CLUTCH WILL NOT ENGAGE AFTER SERVICE. Bulletin Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962411 TRANSAXLE - CD4E - NEW DESIGN PARKING PAWL RATCHET SPRING AND PARKING CAM ACTUATING LEVER ASSEMBLY. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96256 PARKING BRAKE - PARKING BRAKE STICKS AND BINDS - DOES NOT RELEASE - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DISC BRAKES. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962614 TRANSAXLE - CD4E - HARSH SHIFT AND/OR ENGAGEMENT - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 628 OR P0741. *TW Bulletin Number: 96712 SUBJEC REGARDING THE MTX-75 TRANSAXLES WILL BE INSTALLED CERTAIN MODE YEAR VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 97050110616 CONCERNS OF SULPHUR ODOR FROM EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TW Bulletin Number: 97111097234 VEHICLES EXHIBITING A "SQUEAKING" OR "CHIRPING" FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW BLOWER MOTOR SPEEDS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9721 DOOR GLASS - WINDOW BELT LINE MOULDING LOOSE OR FALLS OFF - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 10/31/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 9731 CARPET- POOR FIT AND/OR PULLS FROM UNDERNEATH COWL SIDE TRIM PANEL- VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 10/18/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9746 TRANSAXLE- CD4E- HARSH SHIFT AND/OR ENGAGEMENT- DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) 628 OR P0741- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9751 INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9752 PARKING BRAKE- PARKING BRAKE STICKS AND BINDS- DOES NOT RELEASE- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DISC BRAKES. *JD Bulletin Number: 9759 LEAK- AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID- CD4E TRANSAXLE IN FLUID COLLECTION ON MAIN CONTROL ASSEMBLY. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 980309 STALL ON COLD START WHEN COLD. *AK Bulletin Number: 9810799 SUBJECT REGARDING SEAT BELT LOCATOR BUTTON REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 981512 A DIRECT REPLACEMENT PART FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY. AK Bulletin Number: 98164 A TRANSEAL COATING IS ON THE FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS. THIS COATING MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE DELIVERY TO THE CUSTOMER. YD Bulletin Number: 98166 THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE READS HIGH IN THE NORMAL RANGE WHEN ENGINE IS AT NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 98207 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A STALL OR ROUGH IDLE AFTER STARTING IN AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98213 CONCERNS WITH TEMPERATURE READS HIGH WITHIN NORMAL RANGE WHEN ENGINE IS AT NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982311 MINIMAL CLEARANCE OF THE CD4E TRANSAXLE TO SUBFRAME MAKES TRANSAXLE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL MORE DIFFICULT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982462 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NOISE IN THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982514 CONCERNS WITH THE TIMING ARROWS/FLAGS ON THE BACK OF THE CAMSHAFT SPROCKET (S) ARE MIS-MARKED BY AS MUCH AS 30 DEGREES ROTATION. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 982672 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CUSTOMERS CONCERN OF A RATTLING SOUND FROM ENGINE TIMING BELT AREA DURING WARM-UP. *YC Bulletin Number: 983081 CONCERNS WITH INCORRECT BRAKE SHOE / LINING ASSEMBLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9832 FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS MADE OF XENOY PLASTIC HAVE HAD THE CONDUCTIVE PRIMER REMOVED FROM SERVICE PARTS. *YC Bulletin Number: 983216 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MULTIPLE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 983311 EXHIBITING A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ON WITH VARIOUS CODES AND POSSIBLE DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983583 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9841 DURING REMOVAL THE LICENSE PLATE ATTACHING FASTENERS MAY BREAK. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 985089 SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 6/16/98 MAY HAVE A BROKEN / DETACHED INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER BEZEL GAPHIDER. *TT Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A17 SOME VEHICLES PARKING BRAKE EQUIPPED WITH REAR DISC BRAKES MAY STICK AND/OR BIND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO RELEASE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9874 A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9881 ISSUE WITH DOOR SPEAKER GRILLES MAY CRACK DURING NORMAL USAGE ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9886 AN ENGINE COOLANT LOSS MAY OCCUR FROM THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER AREA. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 98B21 SUBJECT ON ENGINE BLOCK HEATERS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98S26S1 SAFETY RECALL INVOLVING CERTAIN VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT INDICATOR (PRNDL) BEZEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 98S26S2 SAFETY RECALL INVOLVING CERTAIN VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT INDICATOR (PRNDL) BEZEL - PART AVAILABILITY). *TT Bulletin Number: 9903 UNDER HOOD WIRE HARNESS. ADDITIONAL 10 YEARS OR 100,000 MILES. FORD. *KB Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9912781 EXPERIENCING VIBRATION AT 60 - 70 MPH (110 - 12- KPH). *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 9913137 CONCERNS WITH 2.5L ENGINE EQUIPPED VEHICLES AND CD4E TRANSAXLE EXHIBITING A STARTER GRINDING NOISE AND / OR LACK OF STARTER DRIVE ENGAGEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99195 SERVICE INFORMATION FOR MUSTY AND MILDEW TYPE ODORS COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING / HEATING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99201 CONCERNS WITH A HARSH SHIFT FELT AT LARGE THROTTLE OPENINGS (OR AT HEAVY ACCELERATION RATE) ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99249 THIS BULLETIN ADDRESSES AN ISSUE WITH THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID SEEPING FROM THE VENT, RESULTING IN FLUID COLLECTING ON THE MAIN CONTROL ASSEMBLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 996041 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD TO SHIFT CONDITION IN COLD WEATHER. *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9989 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GROANING NOISE FROM THE FRONT BRAKES DURING CITY DRIVING. *TT Bulletin Number: 99M01 OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM PROVIDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE BLOWER SWITCH, RESISTOR AND ATTACHED WIRE CONNECTORS. THIS ADDITIONAL COVERAGE IS PROVIDED IN CASE THE VEHICLE OWNER EXPERIENCES DURABILITY CONCERNS WITH THES Bulletin Number: 99M07 OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR ADDITONAL COVERAGE ON HEATER BLOWER SWITCH, RESISTOR AND ATTACHED WIRE CONNECTORS REPLACEMENT. THIS ADDITIONAL COVERAGE IS PROVIDED IN CASE THE VEHICLE OWNER EXPERIENCES DURABILITY CONCERNS WITH THESE COMPO Bulletin Number: BC0043970201 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING INCIDENTS OF LOW COOLANT LIGHT ILLUMINATION ON 2.5L CONTOUR/MYSTIQUES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0043972301 LOW COOLANT LIGHT ILLUMINATION ON 2.5L VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0044970201 INTERMITTENT SURGING, BUCKING OR SHUDDER CONCERN, INTERMEDIATE ERRATIC SPEDDOMETER AND/OR POSSIBLY DTC452. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0044972301 INTERMITTENT SURGING, BUCKING OR SHUDDER CONCERN, INTERMEDIATE ERRATIC SPEEDOMETER AND/OR POSSIBLY DTC 452- INSPECT THE VSS AND SPEEDO GEAR. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0045970201 BEGINNING DECEMBER 2, 1996 ALL CD4E TRANSAXLES ARE BUILT WITH A REDESIGNED PUMP BODY SEPARATOR PLATE AND PUMP BODY SEPARATOR PLATE GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0045972301 BEGINNING DECEMBER 2, 1996 (BEGINNING TRAN SERIAL NUMBER (6337-0001)) ALL CD4E TRANSAXLES ARE BUILT WITH A REDESIGNED PUMP BODY SEPARATOR PLATE AND PUMP BODY SEPARATOR PLATE GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0142970201 CONCERNS OF LOCKING DOORS, A REVISED DOOR LOCK BEZEL IS COMING. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0195970201 BUZZ/RATTLE ON TIP IN DURING CRUISE THAT APPEARS TO COME FROM CENTER OF RIGHT SIDE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0301970201 BUZZ/RATTLE ON TIP IN - INSTRUMENT PANEL AREA. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0301972301 BUZZ/RATTLE ON TIP IN - INSTRUMENT PANEL AREA. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0302970201 EGR ISSUES - IF NORMAL PC/ED DIAGNOSIS FAILS, FAILURE MAY BE DUE TO CARBON DEPOSITS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0302972301 DTC'S 332 OR P1401 - LACK OF EGR FLOW. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0303972301 VIBRATION AT IDLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0501961111 SQUEAKS FROM THE REAR SUSPENSION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0502961111 CONCERNS OF MOULDING AT BOTTOM OF DOOR WINDOW GLASS COMING LOOSE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0783961014 NEW PCM CALIBRATION TO CORRECT LOW SPEED MANEUVER, HIGH AMBIENT TEMP, & START/RUN/STALL CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0785961014 DIAGNOSING CHARGING OR STARTING SYSTEM CONCERNS OF POTENTIAL CHAFE BETWEEN CIRCUIT 30 & THE SUBFRAME IN THE AREA BETWEEN THE ALTERNATOR & THE MEGA-FUSE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0824961010 COMPLAINTS OF STALLING ON 1996 & 1997 VEHICLES W/ 2.0L CD4E. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1012197020 CONCERNS OF LOCKING DOORS, A REVISED DOOR LOCK BEZEL IS COMING- CUSTOMERS MAY LOCK THEMSELVES OUT OF THE VEHICLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1018897230 THE THIRD/FOURTH SYNCHRONIZER ASSEMBLY SHOULD BE INSTALLED WITH THE LARGE COLLAR FACING OUTWARD (TOWARD REVERSE GEAR). *JD Bulletin Number: BC1026697230 VEHICLES EXHIBITING HARSH SHIFTS AND/OR HARSH ENGAGEMENT ACCOMPANIED BY DTCS 628 OR P0741. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1032697020 VEHICLES HAVE A CABIN AIR FILTER THAT MUST BE CHANGED EVERY 15000 MILES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105899705 VEHICELS BUILT IN JANUARY 1997 MAY EXHIBIT MIL ILLUMINATION WITH A CODE P0171. *TW Bulletin Number: BC106019705 CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM VACUUM MOTOR LINKS FALLING OFF MAY BE REPAIRED BY ADDING THE APPROPRIATE SIZE INTERNAL STAR WASHER RETAINER TO THE END OF THE SHAFT AFTER INSTALLING THE LINK. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2243970501 CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - VACUUM MOTOR LINKS FALLING OFF - REPAIR WITH LOCALLY PROCURED STAR WASHER. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2294970501 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MIL ILLUMINATION WITH A CODE OF P0171 - THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A DISCONNECTED FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR VCUUM HOSE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2395970501 CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF DOORS THAT LOCK INADVERTENTLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2432970501 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SPECIFICATION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2446970501 SOME 96 & 97 VEHICLES MISBUILT WITH 1998 MODEL YEAR FUEL GAUGE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3100970224 MICRON FILTER - REMINDER THAT THE FILTER MUST BE CHANGED EVERY 15000 MILES - SYMPTOMS THAT MIGHT INDICATE NEED FOR CHANGE INCLUDE POOR A/C-HEATER PERFORMANCE AND/OR WINDOW FOGGING. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3162970218 CLICKING NOISE CAUSED BY DIFFERENTIAL LUBE TUBE CONTACTING DIFFERENTIAL CASE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3204970214 HARSH SHIFTS AND/OR HARSH ENGAGEMENT ACCOMPANIED BY DTC'S 628 OR P0741. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3232970211 BATTERY ILLUMINATION AND DECREASED POWER STEERING ASSIST WHEN DRIVING THROUGH DEEP PUDDLES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3245970210 REAR APPLIQUES - SERVICE KIT BEING DEVELOPED TO REPAIR DAMAGED APPLIQUES FROM LICENSE PLATE CHANGES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3274970207 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 Number: BC3490972301 THE THIRD/FOURTH SYNCHRONIZER ASSEMBLY SHOULD BE INSTALLED WITH THE LARGE COLLAR FACING OUTWARD- THE SERVICE MANUAL INCORRECTLY ADVISES TO INSTALL THE THIRD/FOURTH GEAR ASSEMBLY WITH THE SMALL COLLAR FACING OUT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9640961001 CONCERN OF ONE OR MORE INJECTORS STAYING ON AT TIMES. Bulletin Number: BC9641961001 COMPLAINTS OF STALLING ON VEHICLES WITH 2.0L CD4E ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9666961001 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 Number: BC9667961001 INVESTIGATING MIL ON ACCOMPANIED BY CODE 1405. *TT 1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00213 SUBJECT REGARDING CLIMATE CONTROL - EATC - BLOWER MOTOR CONTROL SERVICE TIPS. *JB Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 00E11 SERVICE ACTION 00E11, SUPPLEMENT #1 - UPDATE INFORMATION REGARDING ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UPGRADE. *TT Bulletin Number: 00E11 SERVICE ACTION BULLETIN REGARDING ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UPGRADE. *TT Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01194 THIS ARITLCE IS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ON REPLACEMENT OF OLD STYLE HOOD LAMP SWITCH TO THE RVISED MECHANICAL HOOD LAMP SWITCH. *TT Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 012114 PARTS AND PROCEDURE TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL OF FUEL TANK PUNCTURES DURING RARE AND EXTREMELY HIGH-SPEED REAR IMPACTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 01221 SOME DEDICATED COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE, OR NO START IN COLD CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0147 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT Bulletin Number: 01M02 OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM REGARDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE ON CERTAIN 4.6L SOHC INTAKE MANIFOLDS. SOME OF THE COMPOSITE INTAKE MANIFOLDS MAY DEVELOP FATIGUE CRACKS AT THE COOLANT CROSSOVER DUCT. *TT Bulletin Number: 01M02 SOME OF THE COMPOSITE INTAKE MANIFOLDS USED ON 4.6L SOHC ENGINES MAY DEVELOP FATIGUE CRACKS AT THE COOLANT CROSSOVER DUCT. THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE WHICH, IF NOT SERVICED, MAY CAUSE ENGINE OVERHEATING. COMPL Bulletin Number: 020503 GUIDANCE FOR CNG TANK INSPECTION FOR VEHICLES PRODUCED AFTER DECEMBER 2, 1996. *TT UPDATE. *TT Bulletin Number: 02107 TRANSFER SERVICE TIPS FOR THE FRONT WIPER MOTOR MOUNT BRACKET AND DEPRESSED PARK OUTPUT ARM. *TT Bulletin Number: 0214 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 Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02208 CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH Bulletin Number: 0222 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTAKE MANIFOLD CROSSOVER (FIRST RUNNER) COOLANT SEEPAGE CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 0253 SUBJECT REGARDING ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLE COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS TANK INSPECTION. *TT Bulletin Number: 02B02 INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL POLICE INTERCEPTOR PACKAGE UPGRADE KIT. *TT UPDATE PART 2. EXPIRATION DATE REMOVED. *TT Bulletin Number: 030409 POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK AT FILL VALVE - FILL VALVE SERVICE PART REVISIONS - CNG VEHICLES ONLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03183 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 Number: 03206 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 Number: 03245 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0420 AND/OR P0430. *TT Bulletin Number: 03261 NEW SERVICE PART - NUMBER 5 NEEDLE BEARING AND RACE KIT - 4R70W TRANSMISSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 0349 A POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR AT THE FUEL FILL VALVE ON SOME CNG (COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS) VEHICLES. *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04B26 ABRASION OF THE REAR BRAKE TUBE NEAR THE FLOOR PAN STIFFENING RIB AND THE #3 TRANSMISSION CROSS MEMBER. ADVANCE NOTICE-CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 04B26. *TT Bulletin Number: 05N04 EXTENDED COVERAGE PROGRAM 05N04 - EXTENDED COVERAGE FOR COMPOSITE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THIS PROGRAM IS BEING PROVIDED AS A SETTLEMENT TO A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT. THE TERMS OF THE SETTLEMENT EXTEND THE COVERAGE OF THE ALL-COMPOSITE INTAKE MANIF Bulletin Number: 07212 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 Number: 090308 MIL LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DTC P0442, P0455 Bulletin Number: 12154 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PATS (SECURILOCK) EXCEPT CERTAIN MODELS NOW HAVE AVAILABILITY OF FLEET KEYS THROUGH ROTUNDA. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12178 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 Number: 12219 FOR ALL VEHICLES WITH LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE CONCERNS THAT REQUIRE A MODULE REPLACEMENT, THE TECHNICAN MUST CALL FOR APPROVAL BEFORE REMOVING AND / OR REPLACING THE MODULE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12223 FOR ALL VEHICLES WITH DRIVERS DOOR MODULE CONCERNS THAT REQUIRE A MODULE REPLACEMENT, THE TECHNICIAN MUST CALL FOR APPROVAL BEFORE REMOVING AND / OR REPLACING. *TT Bulletin Number: 12226 FOR ALL VEHICLES WITH REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY CONCERNS THAT REQUIRE A MODULE AND / OR TRANSMITTER (KEYFOB) REPLACEMENT, THE TECHNICIAN MUST CALL FOR APPROVAL BEFORE REMOVING AND / OR REPLACING THE MODULE OR KEYFOB. *TT Bulletin Number: 12230 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 Number: 12298 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 Number: 12725 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE FROM SUSTAINED HIGH SPEED OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 12890 BRIEF INFORMATION ON REMOVING THE FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE THREAD. *TT Bulletin Number: 13025 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BANG POPPING NOISE HEARD FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM DURING COOL-DOWN. *TT Bulletin Number: 13240 INFORMATION REGARDING VIBRATION/EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13925 SOME POLICE VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT SHIFT CONCERNS DUE TO ENGINE DRIVEABILITY ISSUES. *TT Bulletin Number: 13933 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT YELLOWING OF THE HEADLAMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 14081 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE KEYLESS ENTRY PAD. **MR Bulletin Number: 14370 INFORMATION ON PROGRAMMING REMOTES AFTER DRIVER DOOR MODULE REPLACEMENT. *JB Bulletin Number: 14862 INFORMATION ON REPLACING FUEL TANK STRAP BOLTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 15061 SOME VEHICLES BUILT 04/15/2000 OR EARLIER EQUIPPED WITH A KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE DOOR-MOUNTED KEYPAD, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR LAMPS THAT SELF-ACTIVATE AND A WEAK OR DISCHARGED VEHICLE BATTERY. *TT Bulletin Number: 15113 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FUEL FILL VALVE SEALING CONDITION. *YD Bulletin Number: 15158 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FEAD BELT JUMP-OFF TOSS. *YH Bulletin Number: 15171 INFORMATION REGARDING POLICE OPTION-REAR WINDOW DISABLE-TAMPER RESISTANCE. *YD Bulletin Number: 15271 DEDICATED CNG REGULATOR BOWL KIT AVAILABLE. *JG Bulletin Number: 15761 SOME DEDICATED CNG VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS OF HARD START / NO START / ROUGH RUNNING. *TT Bulletin Number: 16996 POLICE INTERCEPTOR MAY EXHIBIT LOW CHARGING SYSTEM VOLTAGE AT IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 17310 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0420 (CATALYST SYSTEM EFFICIENCY BELOW THRESHOLD - BANK 1) AND/OR P0430 (CATALYST SYSTEM EFFICIENCY BELOW THRESHOLD - BANK 2). *TT Bulletin Number: 18351 CHARGING SYSTEM LIMITATIONS. *EH Bulletin Number: 4619 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442, P0455 SET. *TT Bulletin Number: 5203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 6242 EXPERIENCING A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6505 BRIEF INFORMATION ON REMOVING THE FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE ON NATURAL GAS VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 8060 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT STEERING DRIFT / WANDER CONDITION, USUALLY NOTED DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING. *TT Bulletin Number: 8243 SOME POLICE VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT SHIFT CONCERNS DUE TO ENGINE DRIVABILITY ISSUES. **MR Bulletin Number: 8243 SOME POLICE VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT SHIFTING CONCERNS DUE TO ENGINE DRIVEABILITY ISSUES. *TT Bulletin Number: 8257 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES THAT EXHIBIT YELLOWING OF THE HEADLAMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 8300 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BANG / POPPING NOISE HEARD FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM DURING COOL-DOWN. **MR Bulletin Number: 8425 SUBJECT REGARDING KEYFOB PROGRAMMING INFORMATION - SERVICE REPLACEMENT DRIVERS DOOR MODULE. *TT Bulletin Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 97090297182 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A LEAN RIGHT CONDITION. *YC Bulletin Number: 97090297183 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL). *YC Bulletin Number: 97090297185 A VIBRATION/"BUZZING" NOISE MAY BE HEARD OR FELT IN THE STEERING WHEEL ON RIGHT TURNS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9722 SEAT - FRONT - DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT CUSHION PAD SUPPORT SPRING MAY SAG AND/OR SEAT MAY BECOME UNCOMFORTABLE - FLEET USAGE. *TW Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9751 INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9755 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL)- MIL ILLUMINATION- DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0446 STORED IN MEMORY. *JD Bulletin Number: 976011 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY DIAGNOSING VEHICLES WITH EVAPORATIVE FUEL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9773 VIBRATION- SHUDDER OR VIBRATION UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35 MPH) WHILE IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AODE OR 4R70W TRANSMISSION. *JD Bulletin Number: 97B13 VARIOUS INFORMATION REGARDING INTAKE MANIFOLD INSPECTION / REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 97M91 INFORMATION REGARDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE FOR INTAKE MANIFOLD MALFUNCTIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98111 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HARSH RIDE QUALITY OR EXCESSIVE ROAD FEEL THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE GOING OVER SHARP BUMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811483 SOME POLICE AND EXPORT CARS EQUIPPED WITH PHONELIC PISTON CALIPERS MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE SQUEAL FROM THE REAR WHEN BRAKING. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982320 SOME VEHICLES WITH A VERY LOW ODOMETER READING MAY EXPERIENCE A LACK TEMPERATURE CONTROL. *YC Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98245 CONCERNS REGARDING THE FRONT SEAT FEELING LOOSE ON SOME VEHICLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982525 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE SQUEAL FROM THE REAR WHEN BRAKING. *YC Bulletin Number: 98258 A VIBRATION / NOISE FELT IN STEERING WHEEL ON RIGHT TURNS. Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 983107 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING ENGINES BEING ADDED TO THE FQR (FORD QUALITY RENEWAL) ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9836 INFORMATION CONCERNING VIBRATION-SHUDDER UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35MPH) IN 3RD OR 4RD GEAR- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AODE OR 4R70W TRANSMISSION. Bulletin Number: 98410 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SHUDDER OR VIBRATION. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9847 SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A3 THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ( ABS ) MAY ACTIVATE UNDER FALSE ABS CONDITIONS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9863 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT NO TEMPERATURE CONTROL AND/OR A CLICKING NOISE HEARD COMING FROM BEHIND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL NEAR THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9874 A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9887 EXPERIENCING A TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SHUDDER OR VIBRATION. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 98B19S1 OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM 98B19-S1 - BRAKE LINE WEAR ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. CORRECTION TO ORIGINAL TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING DIAMETER OF REPLACEMENT BRAKE LINES. YD Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 9913125 SONE POLICE VEHICLES AND OTHER VEHICLES WITH 4R70W MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE FROM SUSTAINED HIGH SPEED OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99185 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 3/15/1997 AND 12/31/1998 AND WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXPERIENCE DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0782 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99195 SERVICE INFORMATION FOR MUSTY AND MILDEW TYPE ODORS COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING / HEATING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99234 INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING A VEHICLE WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442 AND P0455 STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 9947 ENGINE EXPERIENCING ROUGHNESS AT IDLE DUE TO EXHAUST SYSTEM RESONANCE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 99910 ADDRESSING CONCERNS WITH THE BRAKE LAMP INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK ON POLICE VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9996 EXPERIENCING A DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, PRIMARILY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS COLD ON VEHICLES WITH FORD QALITY REMANUFACTURED (FQR) 4R70W TRANSMISSION EXCHANGE UNITS WITH JULIAN BUILD BETWEEN 062-97 AND 040-99. *TT Bulletin Number: 99E03 EMISSION RECALL FOR VEHICLES THAT WERE BUILT WITH A FUEL FILLER-VALVE WHICH COULD LEAK WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING OPERATED WHICH CAN EXCEED EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS STANDARDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0020961101 FRONT WHEEL RATTLE MAY BE CAUSED BY THE DUST SHIELD RATTLING. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0072961101 WIRE WHEEL COVER CENTER ORNAMENT SEPARATES FROM THE BACKING PLATE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0263970201 LOCKING WIRE WHEEL COVER CENTER ORNAMENT WHERE THE EMBLEM HAS SEPARATED FROM THE BACKING PLATE. NEW REPLACEMENT PART. *JD Bulletin Number: BC031A497020 INADVERTENT ABS ACTIVATION ON SMOOTH DRY PAVEMENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0706961022 LIGHT TO MODERATE AXLE NOISE (AXLE WHINE) AT 50 TO 65 MPH (80 TO 105 KPH) DURING ACCELS, DECELS OR CRUISE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0773961015 HIGH PITCH WHINING NOISE FROM THE ALTERNATOR MAY BE CAUSED BY A LOOSE ENG GROUND STRAP. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0774961015 CONCERN FOR INTERMITTENT NO START/OR INTERMITTENT STALL & W/ NO DTC'S. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0810961011 VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AODE OR 4R70W TRANS HAS A CONCERN OF SHUDDER FROM THE TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR OR DURING 3-4 SHIFT. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1017097230 WHITE STRESS MARK IN THE DOOR SCUFF PLATE, REPLACE WITH NEW LEVEL PART. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1017797230 WIND NOISE FROM THE FRONT DOOR AREA ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1017897230 WIND NOISE FROM THE FRONT DOOR AREA AT VARYING SPEEDS AND CONDITIONS ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1020197230 THE POWER POINT ELECTRICAL OUTLET WAS DELETED- DISREGARD THE NOTE IN THE 1997 OWNERS GUIDE ADVISING NOT TO PLUG OPTIONAL ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES INTO THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105999705 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 1/4/97 AND 4/14/97 MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN OF LACK OF POWER. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2241970501 VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT A LACK OF POWER. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2296970501 DIAGNOSTIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR A/C MODE FAILURE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3430972301 THE POWER POINT ELECTRICAL OUTLET WAS DELETED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3511972301 WIND NOISE FROM THE FRONT DOOR AREA ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3512972301 WIND NOISE FROM THE FRONT DOOR AREA AT VARYING SPEEDS AND CONDITIONS ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3552972301 A WHITE STRESS MARK IN THE DOOR SCUFF PLATE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9679961001 COMPLAINT OF A BUZZ/VIBRATION FELT IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE TURNING (USUALLY MORE NOTICEABLE TURNING RIGHT). *TT Bulletin Number: CSP 08B04 FORD/LINCOLN MERCURY: CERTAIN 1992-2001 MODEL YEAR CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS, AND TOWN CAR VEHICLES REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF WISCONSIN AND CONNECTICUT UPGRADE MODIFICATIONS FOR HIGH SPEED REAR IMPACTS. *PE 1997 FORD C SERIES Bulletin Number: 97716 FUEL INJECTION PUMP- BOSCH- SERVICE INFORMATION FOR FD1060/1460 DIESEL ENGINES. *JD 1997 FORD E-150 Bulletin Number: 05248 VIBRATION/HARSHNESS ABOVE 45 MPH (72 KM/H) AFTER TIRE BALANCE. *TT Bulletin Number: 071110 BRAKE BOOSTER SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT A BRAKE PEDAL KICKBACK AND/OR GRABBING CONDITION WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. *NJ Bulletin Number: 090308 MIL LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DTC P0442, P0455 Bulletin Number: 11496 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.2L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION OR BOOM, OFF IDLE BETWEEN 870 - 900 RPMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13186 INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT COVER & WATER PUMP BOLTS-TORQUE VALVE REVISION/3.8-4.2L. *MJS Bulletin Number: 14992 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSION (DRIVESHAFT >70 INCH) MAY EXHIBIT A DRIVELINE VIBRATION / ROUGHNESS ON ACCELERATION OR UNDER LOAD AT ABOUT 50 - 55 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 15038 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT RAPID WEAR OF THE FRONT BRAKE PADS (UNDER 10,000 MILES). *TT Bulletin Number: 15354 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ACCELERATED FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD WEAR UNDER EXTREME LOADING CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 15517 SUBJECT REGARDING EXAGGERATED ENGINE BRAKING ON DECELERATION. *YD Bulletin Number: 15799 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSION (DRIVESHAFT >70 INCH) MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / ROUGHNESS ON ACCELERATION OR UNDER LOAD AT ABOUT 50-55 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 17381 FRONT BRAKE PAD WEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 4619 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442, P0455 SET. *TT Bulletin Number: 4628 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT REAR AXLE NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4638 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON, WITH P0300 - P0308 MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES WITH A 4.6L ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6996 INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE IN THE TORQUE VALUES OF THE ENGINE FRONT COVER WATER PUMP BOLTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 97090297183 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL). *YC Bulletin Number: 976011 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY DIAGNOSING VEHICLES WITH EVAPORATIVE FUEL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 980317 SYMPTOMS REGARDING P0300-P0308 MISFIRE DTCS WITH 4.6L ENGINES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982474 SOME VEHICLES WITH THE 4.2L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION OR BOOM, OFF IDLE BETWEEN 870-900 RPMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 99131 CONCERNS WITH ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99146 CONCERNS WITH THE OIL DIPSTICK AND / OR PCV VALVE DISLODGING FROM THE ENGINE AND / OR ENGINE OIL LEAKING FROM DIPSTICK TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99207 SUBJECT ON ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO THE ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99234 INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING A VEHICLE WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442 AND P0455 STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0325961129 SOME FRONT END SERPENTINE BELTS MAY MAKE NOISE WHEN BETWEEN 30 AND 50 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0325972301 SOME 5.4L FRONT END SERPETNTINE BELTS MAY MAKE SOME NOISE BETWEEN TEMPERATURES FO 30 F-50 F. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0750961017 SPADE TERMINAL BETWEEN SENDER & FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A EYELET TERMINAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0782961014 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0853961007 AIRBAG LIGHT ON & CODE 21, MAY BE CAUSED BY AN ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE GENERATED WITHIN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0883961004 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0884961004 FOR MISFIRE CONCERNS ON 4.2L/4.6L/5.4L/6.8L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5201961001 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5219961001 INCORRECT INFORMATION IN 1997 EVTM MANUAL. PIN CALL-OUTS ILLUSTRATIONS FOR C224 & C225 ARE IN REVERSE ORDER. *TT 1997 FORD E-250 Bulletin Number: 05248 VIBRATION/HARSHNESS ABOVE 45 MPH (72 KM/H) AFTER TIRE BALANCE. *TT Bulletin Number: 071110 BRAKE BOOSTER SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT A BRAKE PEDAL KICKBACK AND/OR GRABBING CONDITION WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. *NJ Bulletin Number: 11496 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.2L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION OR BOOM, OFF IDLE BETWEEN 870 - 900 RPMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 11779 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE ROTOR CHECKING OR SIGNS OF EXCESSIVE HEAT BUILD-UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 12835 SUBJECT REGARDING TIRE BALANCE HINT. *TT Bulletin Number: 13186 INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT COVER & WATER PUMP BOLTS-TORQUE VALVE REVISION/3.8-4.2L. *MJS Bulletin Number: 14992 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSION (DRIVESHAFT >70 INCH) MAY EXHIBIT A DRIVELINE VIBRATION / ROUGHNESS ON ACCELERATION OR UNDER LOAD AT ABOUT 50 - 55 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 15113 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FUEL FILL VALVE SEALING CONDITION. *YD Bulletin Number: 15634 CONCERNS WITH BUMP STEER STEERING FEELING NOTED WHEN FRONT WHEELS / TIRES CONTACT ROAD SURFACE IRREGULARITIES. *TT Bulletin Number: 15799 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSION (DRIVESHAFT >70 INCH) MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / ROUGHNESS ON ACCELERATION OR UNDER LOAD AT ABOUT 50-55 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 17211 A BUMP STEER STEERING FEELING, NOTED WHEN THE VEHICLE'S FRONT WHEELS/TIRES CONTACT ROAD SURFACE IRREGULARITIES. *TT Bulletin Number: 4614 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4616 BRIEF INFORMATION VEHICLES EXHIBITING HARD START / NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4617 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING LACK OF POWER CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4625 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING A STALL ON DECELERATION CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4629 BRIEF INFORMATION CONCERN VEHICLES EXHBITING EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4638 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON, WITH P0300 - P0308 MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES WITH A 4.6L ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4662 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE ROTOR CHECKING OR SIGNS OF EXCESSIVE HEAT BUILD-UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 5046 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING A LACK OF POWER. *TT Bulletin Number: 5047 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING A HARD START / NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5050 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING A STALL ON DECEL CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5250 INFORMATION ON SUPER DUTY MODELS WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5251 SOME SUPER DUTY VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIT DIESEL ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT 4X4 LIGHTS ON, 4X4 INOPERATIVE AND / OR MULTIPLE GEM CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 5254 INFORMATION ON SUPER DUTY 7.3 DIT DIESEL ENGINE VEHICLES EXHIBITI LACK OF POWER. *TT Bulletin Number: 5262 SERVICE INFORMATION FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING STALL ON DECELERATION CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 6417 ADDRESSING TIRE BALANCE HINTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 6996 INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE IN THE TORQUE VALUES OF THE ENGINE FRONT COVER WATER PUMP BOLTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 976011 SUBJECT ON RELATIVE INJECTOR FLOW TEST SUCCESS STORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 980298 INFORMATION REGARDING THE HOTLINE SURVEY. *YC Bulletin Number: 9803000 HOTLINE CONTACT ID NUMBER ON OASIS. A NINE DIGIT CONTACT NUMBER IS ATTACHED TO THE OASIS INFORMATION WHEN A VIN AND SYMPTOM CODE IS ENTERED INTO OASIS. *YC Bulletin Number: 980307 VEHICLE STALLS/QUITS WHILE DRIVING. *AK Bulletin Number: 980312 EXCESSIVE WHITE SMOKE. VERIFY GLOW PLUG OPERATION BY PERFORMING GLOW PLUG SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK ON THE HARD START/NO START DIAGNOSTIC SHEET. *TT Bulletin Number: 980317 SYMPTOMS REGARDING P0300-P0308 MISFIRE DTCS WITH 4.6L ENGINES. *YC Bulletin Number: 980323 CONCERNS WITH EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS. *YC Bulletin Number: 980325 COLD ENGINE UPPER KNOCK/TICK. *YC Bulletin Number: 98120 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE BOOM / VIBRATION NOISE OFF IDLE DURING ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 982474 SOME VEHICLES WITH THE 4.2L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION OR BOOM, OFF IDLE BETWEEN 870-900 RPMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4722 REPEAT MESSAGE, NO CHANGE- ROUGH IDLE/MISS. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4726 REPEAT MESSAGE, NO CHANGE: HARD START/ NO START. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4734 LACK OF POWER DUE TO FAILURE OF ENGINE TURBO BOOST Bulletin Number: 98-4742 VEHICLE STALLS UPON ACCELERATION. *AK Bulletin Number: 985042 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 985058 SUBJECT REGARDING EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS - REPEAT MESSAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 98L20 SPECIAL FIELD ACTION REGARDING REVISED WARANTY INFORMATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 99131 CONCERNS WITH ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99146 CONCERNS WITH THE OIL DIPSTICK AND / OR PCV VALVE DISLODGING FROM THE ENGINE AND / OR ENGINE OIL LEAKING FROM DIPSTICK TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99207 SUBJECT ON ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO THE ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0256970201 A RUNNING CHANGE FOR THE 7.3L TO ALLOW BETTER DEFINITION ON CYLINDER CONTRIBUTION TESTS IN PROCESS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0693961023 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0750961017 SPADE TERMINAL BETWEEN SENDER & FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A EYELET TERMINAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0782961014 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0853961007 AIRBAG LIGHT ON & CODE 21, MAY BE CAUSED BY AN ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE GENERATED WITHIN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0883961004 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0884961004 FOR MISFIRE CONCERNS ON 4.2L/4.6L/5.4L/6.8L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC2297970501 WHEN THE AIR CLEANER IS BEING REPLACED, THE DRAIN MECHANISM ON THE BOTTOM OF THE AIR CLEANER CASE IS TO BE CLEANED OF OBSTRUCTIONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3212970213 CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR INFORMATION . *TW Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5201961001 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5219961001 INCORRECT INFORMATION IN 1997 EVTM MANUAL. PIN CALL-OUTS ILLUSTRATIONS FOR C224 & C225 ARE IN REVERSE ORDER. *TT Bulletin Number: DOR-X8B9R-11 This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly ma 1997 FORD E-350 Bulletin Number: 032120 7.3L DIT GLOW PLUG START-UP ON-TIME DURING COLD TEMPERATURE - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 032121 A HIGH NUMBER OF HIGH PRESSURE REXROTH PUMPS AND INJECTION PRESSURE REGULATORS (IPR) ARE BEING REPLACED DUE TO OIL LEAKING, WHEN ALL THAT IS REQUIRED IS A NEW GASKET OR SEAL ON EITHER THE PUMP OR IPR. *TT Bulletin Number: 032123 LOW RPM, NO START, RUNS POORLY, STALL. 7.3L DIT ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 05248 VIBRATION/HARSHNESS ABOVE 45 MPH (72 KM/H) AFTER TIRE BALANCE. *TT Bulletin Number: 071110 BRAKE BOOSTER SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT A BRAKE PEDAL KICKBACK AND/OR GRABBING CONDITION WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. *NJ Bulletin Number: 11779 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE ROTOR CHECKING OR SIGNS OF EXCESSIVE HEAT BUILD-UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 12261 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE FOR WARRANTY REIMBURSEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 12835 SUBJECT REGARDING TIRE BALANCE HINT. *TT Bulletin Number: 14963 SOME CUT-AWAY VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ANTI-SKID BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE C1229, C1230 AND C1237. *TT Bulletin Number: 14992 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSION (DRIVESHAFT >70 INCH) MAY EXHIBIT A DRIVELINE VIBRATION / ROUGHNESS ON ACCELERATION OR UNDER LOAD AT ABOUT 50 - 55 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 15113 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FUEL FILL VALVE SEALING CONDITION. *YD Bulletin Number: 15634 CONCERNS WITH BUMP STEER STEERING FEELING NOTED WHEN FRONT WHEELS / TIRES CONTACT ROAD SURFACE IRREGULARITIES. *TT Bulletin Number: 15799 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSION (DRIVESHAFT >70 INCH) MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / ROUGHNESS ON ACCELERATION OR UNDER LOAD AT ABOUT 50-55 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 17211 A BUMP STEER STEERING FEELING, NOTED WHEN THE VEHICLE'S FRONT WHEELS/TIRES CONTACT ROAD SURFACE IRREGULARITIES. *TT Bulletin Number: 4614 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4616 BRIEF INFORMATION VEHICLES EXHIBITING HARD START / NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4617 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING LACK OF POWER CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4625 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING A STALL ON DECELERATION CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4629 BRIEF INFORMATION CONCERN VEHICLES EXHBITING EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4662 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE ROTOR CHECKING OR SIGNS OF EXCESSIVE HEAT BUILD-UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 5046 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING A LACK OF POWER. *TT Bulletin Number: 5047 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING A HARD START / NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5050 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING A STALL ON DECEL CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5250 INFORMATION ON SUPER DUTY MODELS WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5254 INFORMATION ON SUPER DUTY 7.3 DIT DIESEL ENGINE VEHICLES EXHIBITI LACK OF POWER. *TT Bulletin Number: 5262 SERVICE INFORMATION FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING STALL ON DECELERATION CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5343 THIS BULLETIN STATES THAT REPLACEMENT UNDER WARRANTY OF CERTAIN SPECIFIED COMPONENTS ON ANY 7.3L DIT DIESEL VEHICLE, REQUIRES THAT THE REPLACED COMPONENT BE RETURNED WITH THE APPROPRIATE YEAR DIESEL ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE FOR WARRANTY REIM Bulletin Number: 6417 ADDRESSING TIRE BALANCE HINTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 97214 ENGINE - 7.3L DIT - GLOW PLUG START-UP ON-TIME DURING COLD TEMPERATURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 97215 DIAGNOSTIC GUIDES FOR OUT-OF-WARRANTY VEHICLES TO BE USED AS A MASTER COPY - DIAGNOSTIC GUIDES NO LONGER AVAILABLE FROM ADISTRA. *TW Bulletin Number: 97216 LEAK - OIL LEAKAT ENGINE VALLEY PAN AND/OR HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMP - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 9726 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - GASEOUS FUEL PREP (GFP) VEHICLES - POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPROGRAMMING REQUIRED - VEHICLES WITH 2.0L OR 4.9L ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 97618 LOW RPM- 7.3L DIT ENGINE FAILS TO START- CODE 340 STORED IN MEMORY AND/OR ENGINE FAILS TO ACHIEVE RATED SPEED FOR 2-3 MINUTES AFTER EXTENDED COLD SOAK- F-SERIES BUILT THROUGH 2/9/96 AND ALL ECONOLINES. *JD Bulletin Number: 980307 VEHICLE STALLS/QUITS WHILE DRIVING. *AK Bulletin Number: 980312 EXCESSIVE WHITE SMOKE. VERIFY GLOW PLUG OPERATION BY PERFORMING GLOW PLUG SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK ON THE HARD START/NO START DIAGNOSTIC SHEET. *TT Bulletin Number: 980323 CONCERNS WITH EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS. *YC Bulletin Number: 980323 DTC'S P1211/1212 ICP PRESSURE HIGHER/LOWER THAN EXPECTED. Bulletin Number: 980325 COLD ENGINE UPPER KNOCK/TICK. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4722 REPEAT MESSAGE, NO CHANGE- ROUGH IDLE/MISS. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4726 REPEAT MESSAGE, NO CHANGE: HARD START/ NO START. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4734 LACK OF POWER DUE TO FAILURE OF ENGINE TURBO BOOST Bulletin Number: 98-4742 VEHICLE STALLS UPON ACCELERATION. *AK Bulletin Number: 985042 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 985058 SUBJECT REGARDING EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS - REPEAT MESSAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 985A26 EXPERIENCING VIBRATION DURING LIGHT BRAKE APPLICATIONS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *YC Bulletin Number: 98L20 SPECIAL FIELD ACTION REGARDING REVISED WARANTY INFORMATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 99E01 SUBJECT REGARDING ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM UPGRADES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0256970201 A RUNNING CHANGE FOR THE 7.3L TO ALLOW BETTER DEFINITION ON CYLINDER CONTRIBUTION TESTS IN PROCESS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0693961023 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0750961017 SPADE TERMINAL BETWEEN SENDER & FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A EYELET TERMINAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0782961014 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0853961007 AIRBAG LIGHT ON & CODE 21, MAY BE CAUSED BY AN ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE GENERATED WITHIN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0883961004 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0884961004 FOR MISFIRE CONCERNS ON 4.2L/4.6L/5.4L/6.8L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC2297970501 WHEN THE AIR CLEANER IS BEING REPLACED, THE DRAIN MECHANISM ON THE BOTTOM OF THE AIR CLEANER CASE IS TO BE CLEANED OF OBSTRUCTIONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2390970501 IF AN E350 REQUIRES ROTOR AND HUB REPLACEMENT, A REVISED THICKER PLATE ROTOR IS NOW AVAILABLE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5201961001 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5219961001 INCORRECT INFORMATION IN 1997 EVTM MANUAL. PIN CALL-OUTS ILLUSTRATIONS FOR C224 & C225 ARE IN REVERSE ORDER. *TT Bulletin Number: DOR-X8B9R-11 This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly ma 1997 FORD E-450 Bulletin Number: 05248 VIBRATION/HARSHNESS ABOVE 45 MPH (72 KM/H) AFTER TIRE BALANCE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12186 SOME E-450 VEHICLES WITH THE DANA 80 MODEL AXLE MAY EXHIBIT A CUSTOMER CONCERN WITH THE LEVEL OF SOUND (WHINE) THAT IS PRODUCED ABOVE 35 MPH. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12514 SUBJECT REGARDING DANA 80 AXLE WHINE / DAMPENED DRIVESHAFT. *TT Bulletin Number: 13822 SOME VEHICLES WITH MODEL 80 REAR AXLES ONLY, MAY EXHIBIT A WHINE ABOVE 35 MPH. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13822 SOME VEHICLES WITH MODEL 80 REAR AXLES ONLY MAY EXHIBIT A WHINE ABOVE 35 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 14963 SOME CUT-AWAY VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ANTI-SKID BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE C1229, C1230 AND C1237. *TT Bulletin Number: 18382 FLUID LEAKING FROM THE VENT ON THE TRANSMISSION MOUNTED PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 5224 SOME VEHICLES WITH THE DANA 80 MODEL AXLE MAY EXHIBIT A CUSTOMER CONCERN WITH THE LEVEL OF SOUND (WHINE) THAT IS PRODUCED ABOVE 35 MPH. ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING. *TT Bulletin Number: 5816 FOR VEHICLES WITH MODEL 80 REAR AXLES, EXHIBITING A WHINE NOISE CONCERN, A SERVICE KIT WITH A DAMPENED DRIVESHAFT IS AVAILBLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6599 SOME VEHICLES WITH MODEL 80 REAR AXLES ONLY MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN WITH THE AMOUNT OF SOUND, WHINE PRODUCED ABOVE 35 MPH. Bulletin Number: 8048 SOME VEHICLES WITH MODEL 80 REAR AXLES ONLY MAY EXHIBIT A WHINE ABOVE 35 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 8048 SOME VEHICLES WITH MODEL 80 REAR AXLES ONLY, MAY EXHIBIT A WHINE ABOVE 35 MPH. *TT 1997 FORD ECONOLINE Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00154 INFORMATION ON REAR AXLE WHINE-VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DANA 80 AXLES-5.4L/6.8L AND 7.3L. *JB Bulletin Number: 00154 SOME VEHICLES WITH DANA 80 REAR AXLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF AXLE WHINE NOISE. *JB Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 00239 A CONDITION MAY EXIST WITH POSSIBLE ELECTRONC DAMAGE OCCURING TO THE COMPUVALVE FROM VOLTAGE SPIKES BETWEEN THE COMPUVALVE CONNECTIONS WHEN CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING THE MAIN COMPUVALVE HARNESS C4025. *TT Bulletin Number: 00261 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.6L, 5.4L, OR 6.8L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE / MISS AFTER START-UP IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 0038 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE SOLID PARTICLE CONTAMINANTS FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR, MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM IS NOT PROPERLY FLUSHED, FLUID IN-LINE FILTER KIT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00510 CUSTOMERS MAY BE CONCERNED THAT VEHICLE LOOKS LIKE IT DOGTRACKS, DUE TO A UNIQUE FEATURE OF THE VEHICLE THAT COMBINE TO CREATE AN OPTICAL ILLUSION OF DOGTRACKING, A CONDITION WHICH THE REAR AXLE IS NOT SQUARE TO THE CHASSIS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00610 INFORMATION ON THE 7.3L DIT ENGINES, ROTUNDA TOOL HAS ISSUED AN INJECTOR PERFORMANCE ANALYZER THAT MAY NOW BE PRUCHASED AS AN EFFECTIVE AID IN HELPING TO RESOLVE ROUGH IDLE CONCERNS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00611 SOME BI-FUEL VEHICLES MAY REQUIRE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPLACEMENT DURING SERVICE AND MAY NOT RUN ON CNG OR LPG., RECALIBRATION OF THE PCM/REPLACEMENT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00L05 THIS SERVICE ACTION REQUIRES THE REPLACEMENT OF TWO EMISSION CONTROL LABELS. *TT Bulletin Number: 01119 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 Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 0147 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT Bulletin Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 03213 A NO-START OR REDUCED POWER CONDITION MAY OCCUR INTERMITTENTLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 032131 ROUGH IDLE AND ENGINE MISS DUE TO INJECTOR BORE SCUFFING AT GREEN ENGINE BREAK-IN. *TT Bulletin Number: 032132 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS MAY EXHIBIT A CRANK BUT NO START OR A HARD START/LONG CRANK CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 032137 FOR 7.3L DIT ENGINES, ROTUNDA TOOL HAS ISSUED AN INJECTOR PERFORMANCE ANALYZER THAT MAY NOW BE PURCHASED AS AN EFFECTIVE AID IN HELPING TO RESOLVE ROUGH IDLE CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 04E10 EMISSION RECALL 04E10: COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) VEHICLES - FITTING CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT. *MJ Bulletin Number: 11781 INFORMATION ON SETTING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND SETTING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0455 (EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS GROSS LEAK). *TT Bulletin Number: 12070 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 Number: 12123 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A STEERING PULL TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT, DUE TO INCORRECT FRONT END ALIGNMENT SETTINGS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12139 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.6L OR 6.8L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A COLD START ENGINE NOISE UNTIL WARMED UP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12162 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 Number: 12230 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 Number: 12287 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN WITH POOR RANGE OF THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) TRANSMITTER. *TT Bulletin Number: 12593 CONCERNS WITH CRACKS ON THE RIGHT REAR SIDE OF THE #1 FRAME CROSSMEMBER. *TT Bulletin Number: 12741 SOME VEHICLES UNDER SEVERE DUTY CYCLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS ON THE LOWER RADIATOR SUPPORT. *TT Bulletin Number: 12767 EXHIBITING A VIBRATION THAT MAY BE INTERPRETED AS AN NVH CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 12835 SUBJECT REGARDING TIRE BALANCE HINT. *TT Bulletin Number: 12870 SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ON A CLUNK FELT / HEARD IN THE STEERING WHEEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 12890 BRIEF INFORMATION ON REMOVING THE FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE THREAD. *TT Bulletin Number: 12915 CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF A CLUNK FELT / HEARD IN THE STEERING WHEEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 13117 SOME VEHICLES WITH AN ILLUMINATED AIR BAG LAMP MAY HAVE MODIFIED SEAT CONFIGURATIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13180 INFORMATION REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL CHART. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13367 SOME VEHICLES WITH REAR BRAKE DRUMS MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE SQUEAL NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13488 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIT ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH ENGINE IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13934 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 Number: 14365 THIS BULLETIN ADDRESSES CONCERNS A NOISE AT INTIAL ENGINE STARTUP WHEN COLD FROM THE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT. *JB Bulletin Number: 15271 DEDICATED CNG REGULATOR BOWL KIT AVAILABLE. *JG Bulletin Number: 15871 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT INTERFERENCE AND / OR STATIC IN THE LAND-MOBILE RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 16480 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0340, POSSIBLE FALSE CODE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 1994-1996 FORD EXCURSION. *TT Bulletin Number: 16683 FALSE FAILURE OF THE VAPOR MANAGEMENT VALVE (VMV). *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 16697 EXHAUST AIR RUSH NOISE AND LOWER POWER. *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 16916 REPEATED BLOWN FUSES FOR REAR IN VEHICLE CIRCUITS WITH INOPERATIVE REAR BRAKE OR TAIL LAMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 16945 AN OIL LEAK AT THE TURBOCHARGER PEDESTAL AROUND THE EXHAUST BACKPRESSURE ACTUATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 16999 HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMP LEAK. *TT Bulletin Number: 17385 AIR BAG LAMP ILLUMINATED. *TT Bulletin Number: 17467 ENGINE OR FUEL SYSTEM CONCERNS WHEN USING FUEL WITH GREATER THAN 5% BIODIESEL CONCENTRATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4664 THIS BULLETIN STATES THAT FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO SET THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND SET DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0455 (EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS GROSS LEAK) IF A CUSTOMER REFUELS THE VEHICLE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. * Bulletin Number: 4981 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A COLD START ENGINE KNOCK CONCERN UNTIL WARMED UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 5257 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING COLD ENGINE KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 5371 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN WITH POOR RANGE OF THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) TRANSMITTER. *TT Bulletin Number: 5892 SUBJECT REGARDING TECHINICAL HOTLINE ASSISTANCE FOR BI-FUEL VEHICLES WITH GFI ALTERNATE FUEL SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 6290 INFORMATION REGARDING THE IMPROVED RADIATOR SUPPORT. *TT Bulletin Number: 6417 ADDRESSING TIRE BALANCE HINTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 6461 CONCERNS OF A CLUNK FELT / HEARD IN THE STEERING WHEEL. *T Bulletin Number: 6505 BRIEF INFORMATION ON REMOVING THE FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE ON NATURAL GAS VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 6538 SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE APRIL 1, 1999 MAY HAVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A CLUNK FELT / HEARD IN THE STEERING WHEEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 6585 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIT DIESEL ENGINES MAY DEVELOP A CRACKED FLEXPLATE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6997 SOME SERVICE MANUALS MAY LIST THE INCORRECT CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR VEHICLES WITH VARIOUS ENGINE SIZES. *TT Bulletin Number: 7263 SOME VEHICLES WITH REAR BRAKE DRUMS MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE SQUEAL NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7475 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 73L DIT ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH ENGINE IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 8260 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 Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962410 TRANSMISSION - E40D - 4R70W - 4R44E - 5R55E - NEW DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR - DIAGNOSIS SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962418 TRANSMISSION - E40D - REVISED DESIGN FORWARD PLANET THRUST WASHER - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962523 RUNS ROUGH - MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0300 THROUGH P0308 STORED IN MEMORY - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 10/14/96 WITH 4.6L ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 97090297187 SOME VEHICLES MAY STALL WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS PLACED INTO GEAR. *YC Bulletin Number: 971110972313 A NEW DESIGN TRANSMISSION CASE AND EXTENSION HOUSING HAS BEEN RELEASED. *YC Bulletin Number: 971110972314 EXHIBITING A HARSH 1-2 UPSHIFT DURING LIGHT THROTTLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97410 TRANSMISSION- E4OD- COOLER BYPASS VALVE SERVICE DURING TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9747 FRAME- RIVET REPLACEMENT WITH BOLTS- SERVICE TIPS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97512 IDLE- ROLLING IDLE- SURGE- VEHICLES BUILT 8/96 THROUGH 12/96 WITH 7.3L ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9755 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL)- MIL ILLUMINATION- DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0446 STORED IN MEMORY. *JD Bulletin Number: 976011 SUBJECT ON RELATIVE INJECTOR FLOW TEST SUCCESS STORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 97625 AIR CONDITIONING- NO TEMPERATURE CONTROL- VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 11/21/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97710 POWER WINDOWS- INOPERATIVE- FUSE OPENS- VEHICLES BUILT 9/1/96 THROUGH 1/13/97. *JD Bulletin Number: 98021698310 SOME VEHICLES SEAT BELTS MAY BE SLOW TO RETRACT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98113 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO RED RUST STAINS ON THE EDGES OF THE BUMPER CENTER VENT AND FOG LAMP OPENINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811339 INFORMATION ON THE REVISED FUEL INJECTOR O-RING KIT. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811341 INFORMATION ON SERVICING AN ILLUMINATED AIR BAG LAMP. *TT Bulletin Number: 98114 INFORMATION PROVIDED TO AID THE TECHINICIAN IN DIAGNOSING AND REPAIRING VARIOUS DOOR LOCK AND LATCH CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98123 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62, 628, AND / OR 1728 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 98129 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A 1ST GEAR "TICKING" NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 98151 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 981512 A DIRECT REPLACEMENT PART FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY. AK Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98168 TRANSMISSION- E40D/4R100-1989-99-MAIN CONTROLS, SEPARATOR PLATES AND SEPARATOR PLATE GASKETS USAGE CHART. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982019 CONCERNS WITH THE POWER SEAT CONTROL BUTTON ( KNOB ) MAY DETACH FROM THE SWITCH ACTUATOR. *YC Bulletin Number: 98205 EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE AND ENGINE MISS DUE TO INJECTOR BORE SCUFFING AT GREEN ENGINE BREAK-IN. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982312 ISSUES REGAREDING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTCS ) P0705, P0708, P1704, AND / OR P1705 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 982313 SOME VEHICLES WITH A 7.3L DIRECT INJECTION (DI) TURBO DIESEL ENGINE, ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING CONCERNS MAY BE PRESENT: ROUGH IDLE, STALLING, HESITATION/ STUMBLE, LOSS / LACK OF POWER, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, AND EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. Bulletin Number: 982314 PREMATURE WEAR OF THE BELT TENSIONER MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982512 SOME VEHICLES WITH HIGHER ODOMETER READINGS MAY EXPERIENCE A HESITATION ON ACCELERATION JUST OFF IDLE AND MISFIRE COMPLAINTS WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LALMP ( MIL ) ON. *YC Bulletin Number: 982544 SOME MOTOR HOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXPERIENCE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS AFTER REPLACING THE TRANSMISSION CASE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 983106 INFORMATION REGARDING ENGINE ASSEMBLIES BEING ADDED TO THE FQR (FORD QUALITY RENEWAL) PROGRAM. *TT Bulletin Number: 983215 SOME VEHICLES WITH MAY EXHIBIT HIGHER THAN NORMAL ENGINE IDLE SPEEDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983281 SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE A NOISE WHILE TURNING. *TT Bulletin Number: 983283 ADDRESSING A CONCERN WITH AN AMBER ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITH CODE 1095 OR 1096 STORED IN MEMORY OF THE 4WABS MODULE. *TT Bulletin Number: 983312 SOME VEHCILES MAY EXHIBIT A SLOW RETRACTING SEAT BELT. *TT Bulletin Number: 983570 SOME ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT OIL LEAKAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 98418 ABSENCE OF TEMPERATURE CONTROL ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98419 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62,628, AND/OR 1728. *YC Bulletin Number: 98423 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HARSH 1/2 SHIFT WHILE DRIVING UNDER LIGHT THROTTLE CONDITIONS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 985097 SOME VEHICLES WITH 4WABS MAY HAVE AN AMBER ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITH CODE C1095 OR C1096 STORED IN MEMORY OF THE 4WABS MODULE. *TT Bulletin Number: 98510 CONCERNS WITH NO TEMPERATURE CONTROL. *YC Bulletin Number: 985102 SOME VEHICLES THAT ARE LOADED TO THE UPPER END OF GVW, WITH THE MAJORITY OF THE LOAD BETWEEN THE AXLES, MAY EXHIBIT INNER EDGE TIRE WEAR DUE TO INCORRECT ALIGNMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 985153 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A STEERING PULL TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT. *TT Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9859 A HARD TO TURN IGNITION KEY, AND/OR A HARD TO REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION CYLINDER MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 98710 A HARSH 1-2 SHIFT WHILE DRIVING UNDER LIGHT THROTTLE CONDITIONS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 98E02 REPROGRAMMINGPOWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE CALIBRATION CODES ON SOME 1997 VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99141 COMPLAINTS OF TIRE WEAR AND LOOSE FEELINGS IN THE STEERING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 99141 SUBJECT REGARDING A HIGH NUMBER OF BALL JOINTS BEING REPLACED AS THE RESULT OF ROUTINE INSPECTIONS OR OF COMPLAINTS OF TIRE WEAR AND LOOSE FEELINGS IN THE STEERING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 991411 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 Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99164 CONCERNS WITH A HARD TO TURN IGNITION KEY AND / OR A HARD TO REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION CYLINDER. *TT Bulletin Number: 991811 SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT PASSENGER SIDE STEPWELL COVER NOT FLUSH. *TT Bulletin Number: 99185 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 3/15/1997 AND 12/31/1998 AND WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXPERIENCE DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0782 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 992311 EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT OR LOW RANGE OF THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 99236 SUBJECT REGARDING 4R100 TRANSMISSION FLEXPLATE REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 996034 EXPERIENCING A ENGINE KNOCK AT COLD START-UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 996890 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 Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9996 EXPERIENCING A DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, PRIMARILY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS COLD ON VEHICLES WITH FORD QALITY REMANUFACTURED (FQR) 4R70W TRANSMISSION EXCHANGE UNITS WITH JULIAN BUILD BETWEEN 062-97 AND 040-99. *TT Bulletin Number: 9997 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A "SQUEAKING" OR "MOANING" NOISE FROM THE STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING. *TT Bulletin Number: 99E03 EMISSION RECALL FOR VEHICLES THAT WERE BUILT WITH A FUEL FILLER-VALVE WHICH COULD LEAK WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING OPERATED WHICH CAN EXCEED EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS STANDARDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0042961101 DIAGNOSTIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR ECONOLINES EQUIPPED WITH A PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG AND AN ERROR CODE OF 29. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0052970201 1997 ECONOLINE EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE AN INOPERATIVE CHARGING SYSTEM. THE TERMINAL B+ CONNECTION AT THE ALTERNATOR MAY BE BROKEN DUE TO HIGH TENSION ON THE TERMINAL FROM THE WIREING HARNESS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0052972301 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE AN INOPERATIVE CHARGING SYSTEM- THE TERMINAL B+ CONNECTION AT THE ALTERNATOR MAY BE BROKEN DUE TO HIGH TENSION ON THE TERMINAL FROM THE WIRING HARNESS. JD Bulletin Number: BC0053970201 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E40D TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0053972301 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0054961101 VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A 240 SECOND MISFIRE DELAY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0056972301 SOME VEHICLES WITH AIR CONDITIONING CAN EXHIBIT A COLD START ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT NOISE (CHIRP) CONCERN. *JD Bulletin Number: BC007191101 ECONOLINES WITH POWER WINDOWS MAY EXPERIENCE AN OPEN 30 AMP FUSE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0211970201 POWER WINDOWS MAY EXPERIENCE AN OPEN 30 AMP FUSE. NEW WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0315961101 FEAD BELT SQUEAL, COLD ONLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0315970201 FEAD BELT SQUEAL, COLD ONLY. REVISED BELT RELEASED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0320961101 ROLLING IDLE/STALL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0320970201 ROLLING IDLE/STALL. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0320972301 ROLLING IDLE/STALL- CYLINDER CONTRIBUTION TEST, AND INJECTOR BUZZ TEST. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0322961101 HARD STARTING WITH DTC'S P0341, P0344. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0325972301 SOME 5.4L FRONT END SERPETNTINE BELTS MAY MAKE SOME NOISE BETWEEN TEMPERATURES FO 30 F-50 F. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0340961127 CERTAIN 1997 VEHCILES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH THE 240 SECOND MISFIRE DELAY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0362961125 IF ON A 1977 ECONOLINE THE KEY CHIMES SOUND 5 TIMES DURING THE START OR DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THIS INDICATES THAT THE AIRBAG LAMP HAS A FAULT AND THERE IS A FAULT IN THE AIR BAG SYSTEM. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0363961125 1997 ECONOLINES EQUIPPED WITH PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG EXHIBITING CODE 29 OR OTHER INTERMITTENT AIR BAG CODES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0477961114 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING DEALERSHIP CONCERNS WITH FOULED OR CRACKED SPARK PLUGS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0603961101 CORRECTION TO 1997 ECONOLINE EVTM PAGE 60-5 - PIN CALL-OUTS ON ILLUSTRATIONS FOR C224 AND C225 ARE IN REVERSE ORDER. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0693961023 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0695961023 'OFF-IDLE' VIBRATION/BOOM/DRONE EMITTING FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM ON 4.2L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0750961017 SPADE TERMINAL BETWEEN SENDER & FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A EYELET TERMINAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0754961017 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE FLICKERING INTERIOR COURTESY LIGHTS WHILE TURNING OR GOING OVER BUMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0782961014 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0853961007 AIRBAG LIGHT ON & CODE 21, MAY BE CAUSED BY AN ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE GENERATED WITHIN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0883961004 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0884961004 FOR MISFIRE CONCERNS ON 4.2L/4.6L/5.4L/6.8L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1015297020 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN INOPERATIVE CHARGING SYSTEM. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1015397020 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1016997230 REAR RADIO CONTROLS MAY EXPERIENCE INOPERATIVE REAR SPEAKERS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1020597230 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN AUGUST 1996-SEPTEMBER 1996 WITH SPEED CONTROL AND AIRBAGS MAY EXPERIENCE A NOISE IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE TURNING. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1022397230 VEHICLES WITH 7.3L ENGINE WHICH AS A ROLLING IDLE CONDITION AND HAS A CALIBARATION OF 7-90C-R10, 7-90K-R10, 7-90N-R10. OR 7-90Q-R10, YOU CAN SERVICE THE IDLE CONDITION BY REPROGRAMMING THE PCM WITH THE FEBRUARY SBDS UPDATE DISK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1028197020 FLASHING AIRBAG LIGHT AFTER REPLACING THE ECS MODULE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC2393970501 THE PROPER ADAPTER FOR CONNECTING THE 1997 ECONOLINE 4 WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM TO THE BREAKOUT BOX IS THE ROTUNDA 007-00108 ABS ADAPTER. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3213970213 CONTINUOUSLY FLASHING AIRBAG AFTER REPLACING THE ECS MODULE AND NO CODES PRESENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3274970207 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 Number: BC3341973101 EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY THE 5.8L ENGINE ASSEMBLY FOR THE VEHICLE IS AVAILABLE AS A FORD QUALITY RENEWAL ASSEMBLY. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3373972301 7.3L ENGINE WHICH HAS A ROLLING IDLE CONDITION AND HAS A CALIBARATION OF 7-90CK-R10 OR 7-90N-R10, CAN SERVICE THE IDLE CONDITION BY REPROGRAMMING THE PCM WITH THE JANUARY SBDS UPDATE DISK. Bulletin Number: BC3420972301 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN AUGUST 1996 - SEPTEMBER 1996 WITH SPEED CONTROL AND AIR BAGS MAY EXPERIENCE A NOISE IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE TURNING. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3551972301 VEHICLES WITHOUT REAR RADIO CONTROLS MAY EXPERIENCE INOPERATIVE REAR SPEAKERS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5187961001 EXPERIENCE VEHICLE W/ FLICKERING INTERIOR COURTESY LIGHTS WHILE TURNING OR GOING OVER BUMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5201961001 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5203961001 'OFF-IDLE' VIBRATION/BOOM/DRONE EMITTING FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ 4.2L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5219961001 INCORRECT INFORMATION IN 1997 EVTM MANUAL. PIN CALL-OUTS ILLUSTRATIONS FOR C224 & C225 ARE IN REVERSE ORDER. *TT Bulletin Number: DOR-X8B9R-11 This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly ma 1997 FORD ESCORT Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 0059 SUBJECT CONCERNING THE IDLE-VIBRATION- 2.0L AND ZETEC ENGINES- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 0069 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GRINDING NOISE WHILE BRAKING, BRAKE DRAG AND/OR UNEVEN FRONT BRAKE PAD WEAR MAY OCCUR. *MJS Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 020901 ROUGH IDLE, LOW POWER AND / OR STALL AT IDLE, A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0300 THROUGH P0304 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 0214 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 Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02208 CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH Bulletin Number: 0291 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 2.0L SPI ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P0300 THROUGH P0304 STORED. *TT Bulletin Number: 031515 IDLE VIBRATION ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0L SPI OR ZETEC ENGINE ONLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04V09 TRW VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEMS, INC. IS RECALLING CERTAIN SERVICE REPLACEMENT SEATBELT RETRACTORS (DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT RETRACTOR IN GRAY) MANUFACTURED IN DECEMBER 2002 AND SOLD AS A SERVICE REPLACEMENT PART BETWEEN DECEMBER 2002 AND JULY 2004. Bulletin Number: 11518 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CONCERNS CREATED BY WATER INGESTION INTO THE INTEGRATED RELAY CONTROL MODULE (IRCM). *TT Bulletin Number: 11525 INFORMATION ON THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 11526 THE WORKSHOP MANUAL REFERENCE TO TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE IS INCORRECT. THIS BULLETIN LIST THE CORRECT RESISTANCE. *TT Bulletin Number: 11769 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT BRIEF SPARK KNOCK ON ACCELERATION DURING HOT WEATHER ONCE THE ENGINE HAS THOROUGHLY WARMED UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12216 THIS BULLETIN MENTIONS THAT FOR 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 Number: 12294 SUBJECT REGARDING THE NGS FUEL ECONOMY TEST. *TT Bulletin Number: 12295 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON, STALL AT TIP-IN FROM IDLE, ENGINE HESITATION, AND / OR SURGE CAUSED BY THE MASS AIR FLOW (MAF) SENSOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 12594 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT TRANSMISSION AND / OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON CONCERNS RELATING TO THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TR). *TT Bulletin Number: 12834 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID. *TT Bulletin Number: 13107 CONCERNS WITH LACK OF HEAT / THERMOSTAT CONTAMINATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 13160 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT TRANSMISSION AND / OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON CONCERNS RELATING TO THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION RANGER SENSOR (TRS). *TT Bulletin Number: 13162 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1744. *TT Bulletin Number: 13214 INFORMATION REGARDING BRAKE CALIPER PIN CORROSION. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13421 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT GRINDING NOISES, OR GREATER THAN NORMAL BRAKE ROUGHNESS WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLING MOTORCRAFT BR-18 FRONT BRAKE PAD. *TT Bulletin Number: 13494 SOME VEHICLES WITH THE 2.0L SPI ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A LACK OF HEAT AND TEMPERATURE GAUGE READING COLD. *TT Bulletin Number: 14846 SOME VEHICLES WITH 2.0L SPI ENGINE ONLY, MAY EXHIBITA BURNING OIL SMELL NOTED FROM OUTSIDE OR FROM WITHIN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 14993 SOME VEHICLES PRODUCED THROUGH JULY 1999 MAY EXHIBIT REAR SUSPENSION SPRING FAILURE WITH NO RESULTING OPERATIONAL CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 5203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 5264 INFORMATION CONCERNING CLICK NOISE FROM FRONT CALIPERS DURING BRAKE APPLICATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5381 BRIEF INFORMATION STATING THAT THE NGS FUEL ECONOMY TEST ON SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 6416 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID APPEARANCE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6932 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT TRANSMISSION AND / OR MIL ON CONCERNS RELATING TO THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 6934 CONCERNS WITH A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1744. *TT Bulletin Number: 7076 INFORMATION REGARDING BRAKE CALIPER PIN CORROSION. *MJS Bulletin Number: 7292 NNERS OF THE EDSR-OF-THE-MONTH QUALITY AWARD ANNOUNCEMENT FOR SEPTEMBER. *TT Bulletin Number: 7369 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT GRINDING NOISE, OR GREATER THAN NORMAL BRAKE ROUGHNESS, WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLING MOTORCRAFT FRONT BRAKE PAD PART NUMBER BR-18 (XU2Z-2V001-RA). *T Bulletin Number: 8316 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH COMPACT DISC CHANGER MAY EXHIBIT A 6 DISC CD CHANGER THAT IS NOT EJECTING THE MAGAZINE OR IS NOT RESPONDING TO COMMAND FROM THE RADIO. Bulletin Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 9623A1 1997 ESCORT/TRACER - FIX IT RIGHT TIPS - COMMON LOCATIONS OF INTERMITTENT VISUAL CONCERNS. *TW Bulletin Number: 9623A2 1997 ESCORT/TRACER ELECTRICAL INTERMITTENT - INSPECTION AREAS. *TW Bulletin Number: 9623A3 1997 ESCORT/TRACER - FIX IT RIGHT TIPS - WATER LEAKS. *TW Bulletin Number: 9623A4 1997 ESCORT/TRACER - FIX IT RIGHT TIPS - COMMON LOCATIONS OF INTERMITTENT VIBRATION, PULL AND SHUDDER CONCERNS. *TW Bulletin Number: 9623A5 1997 ESCORT/TRACER - FIX IT RIGHT TIPS - COMMON LOCATIONS OF INTERMITTENT NOISE/SQUEAK AND RATTLE CONCERNS. *TW Bulletin Number: 9623A6 1997 ESCORT/TRACER - FIX IT RIGHT TIPS - COMMON LOCATIONS OF INTERMITTENT ODOR CONCERNS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962510 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307 AND/OR P0308 STORED IN MEMORY. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96265 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307, AND/OR P0308 STORED IN MEMORY. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110606 THE POWER STEERING TRANSDUCER IS NOW AVAILABLE AS A SERVICEABLE COMPONENT. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110628 FUEL DIAGNOSTICS WERE COMPUTER EXHIBITS DTC 300. *YC Bulletin Number: 9705013906 HOTLINE INFORMATION REGARDING AUDIO REPAIR. *YC Bulletin Number: 97111097234 VEHICLES EXHIBITING A "SQUEAKING" OR "CHIRPING" FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW BLOWER MOTOR SPEEDS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9734 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP- MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 0401 STORED IN MEMORY- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0L ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9744 EXHAUST- EXHAUST NOISE FROM BEHIND INSTRUMENT PANEL OR REAR OF ENGINE- 2.0L VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 9/1/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97610 BLOWER MOTOR- "CHIRPING" OR "SQUEAKING" FROM BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW SPEEDS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97612 NOISE- "BUZZING" NOISE HEARD FROM INSTRUMENT PANEL AREA FOR 3 SECONDS AFTER IGNITION SWITCH IS TURNED OFF AND/OR AT ENGINE IDLE SPEED ON DECELERATION WHILE DRIVING- VEHICLES WITH 2.0L ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 980316 CONDITION REGARDING THE ENGINE MISFIRE CODE ( DTC P0304 ). *YC Bulletin Number: 9811340 INFORMATION ON REPLACING THE WIRING HARNESS ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811345 ENGINEERING IS INVESTGATING VEHICLES EXHIBITING A CONDITION IN WHICH THE IGNITION KEY IS DIFFICULT TO TURN AND / OR DIFFICULT TO REMOVE THE FROM THE SWITCH. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811473 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CUSTOME CONCERN OF STEADY OR INTERMITTENT MISS WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0300 AND P0304. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 981512 A DIRECT REPLACEMENT PART FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY. AK Bulletin Number: 981520 INTEGRATED AIR BAG MONITOR REPLACEMENT SERVICE KIT. YD Bulletin Number: 9819 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT INTERMITTENT OPERATION OR INOPERATIVE INTERIOR DOME LAMP. *TT Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982017 EXPERIENCING " SQUEAKING " AND / OR " RATTLING " NOISES MAY OCCUR DURING DIFFERENT DRIVING CHARACTERISTICS AND FROM VARYING POINTS ON THE VEHICLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982037 INITIAL PRINTING OF 1997 SERVICE MANUAL CONTAINED INCORRECT ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS.GN Bulletin Number: 98204 A PORTION OF FOAM TAPE AT THE WINDSHIELD AND INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) MAY BE STICKING OUT ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982534 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF STEADY OR INTERMITTENT MISS WITH DTCS P0300 AND P0304. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A SPREAD ELECTRICAL TERMINAL IN CONNECTORS AT INJECTOR. REPAIR TERMINAL/CONNECTOR CONCERN BY USING A SMALL SCRE Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 983103 CONDITIONS WITH CARPET PULLING OUT FROM UNDERNEATH THE LEFT / RIGHT COWL SIDE TRIM PANEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 983162 CONCERNS WITH PAINT STAINS ON THE HOOD WHICH MAY BE CAUSED BY WINDSHIELD WASHER SOLVENT LEAKING FROM THE WINDSHIELD WASHER JETS WHILE DRIVING. *TT Bulletin Number: 983218 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING IF ANY HEADLAMP CONCERNS EXIST FOR SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A12 RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES FOR TOWING BEHIND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9861 DIFFICULTIES REMOVING KEY FROM IGNITION ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9874 A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99195 SERVICE INFORMATION FOR MUSTY AND MILDEW TYPE ODORS COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING / HEATING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 996877 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0L SPI ENGINE MAY EXHBIT A LACK OF HEAT AND TEMPERATURE GAUGE READING COLD. *TT Bulletin Number: 99810 EXHIBITING A CLICKING NOISE HEARD WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES AFTER CHANGING VEHICLE DIRECTION ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0014970201 VEHICLES BUILT THRU 6/96 MAY EXHIBIT A "BUZZING" NOISE FROM THE DASH PANEL AREA FOR APPROXIMATELY 3 SECONDS AFTER THE IGNITION IS SWITCHED OFF. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0014972301 VEHICLES BUILT THRU 6/96 MAY EXHIBIT A "BUZZING" NOISE FROM THE DASH PANEL AREA FOR APPROXIMATELY 3 SECONDS AFTER THE IGNITION IS SWITCHED OFF. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0131970201 VEHICLES HAVING A WATER LEAK CONCERN UNDER THE DRIVE AND/OR PASSENGER FRONT SEATS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0181970201 INITIAL PRINTING OF THE 1997 SERVICE MANUAL CONTAINED INCORRECT ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0265970201 EXHIBITING AN AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT. DTC 13 OR 51. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0267970201 THE CARGO/TRUNK LAMP LENS/COVER HAS BEEN DELETED AS OF 10/1/96. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0300970201 MIL LIGHT ON WITH DTC'S P0443 AND P1443. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0407961115 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING DIAGNOSED FAILED PARTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0490961112 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING DIAGNOSED FAILED COMPONENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0540961107 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A "CLICK" NOISE FROM THE AREA OF THE FRONT CV JOINTS WHILE SHIFTING BETWEEN DRIVE AND REVERSE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0717961021 INFORMATION FOR WHEN REPLACING AN INTERIOR TRIM COMPONENT UNDER WARRANTY. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0760961016 WAVE SPRING LOCATED UNDER THE FORWARD ONE-WAY CLUTCH IN NO LONGER ONE PIECE. IT HAS BEEN 'SPLIT'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0770961015 DIAGNOSING VEHICLES WHICH EXHIBIT THE SYMPTOM OF BRAKE DRAG. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1016697020 VEHICLES BUILT THRU 6/96 MAY EXHIBIT A "BUZZING" NOISE FORM THE DASH PANEL AREA FOR APPROXIMATELY 3 SECONDS AFTER THE IGNITON IS SWITCHED OFF. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1018097230 THE ROOF RACK CROSS BAR WAS REVISED TO ELIMINATE THE ADHESIVE STRIP ON THE BOTTOM SURFACE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1020297230 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER KIT (#F7CZ-6D008-AA) INSTRUCTION SHEET #7000 HAS A MISPRINT ON INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION #8. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1020397230 VEHICLES WHICH EXHIBIT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTER ISSUES RESULTING IN EITHER THE INABILITY TO REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY FROM THE IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER, OR INABILITY TO MOVE THE SHIFTER OUT OF "PARK". *JD Bulletin Number: BC1023197230 ABS WARNING LIGHT AND NO DIAGNOSTIC CODES SHOULD BE INSPECTED FOR A POOR ELECTRICAL GROUND AT G-302. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1030797020 HEADLAMP CONCERN. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105139705 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MIL (MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP) AND DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) P1443 STORED IN MEMORY WITH NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2231970501 THE POWER STEERING TRANSDUCER IS NOW RELEASED AS A SERVICEABLE COMPONENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2430970501 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT DELAY FROM PARK-TO-REVERSE AND PARK-TO-DRIVE AFTER BEING PARKED FOR A LENGTHY PERIOD OF TIME. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3080970226 INTERMITTENT MIL LIGHTS MAY BE DUE TO CHAFING OF THE INJECTOR WIRE HARNESS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3218970213 HEADLAMP CONCERNS FOR ESCORT/TRACER. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3218970501 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING IF ANY HEADLAMP CONCERNS EXIST FOR 97 ESCORT/TRACER. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3340972301 RADIO WIRE HARNESS SHORTED TO GROUND AT THE RADIO CHASSIS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3340973101 THE RADIO WIRE HARNESS SHORTED TO GROUND AT THE RADIO CHASSIS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3352972301 VEHICLES WHICH EXHIBIT AN ABS WARNING LIGHT AND NO DIAGNOSTIC CODES SHOULD BE INSPECTED FOR A POOR ELECTRICAL GROUND AT G-302. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3431972301 THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER KIT INSTRUCTION SHEET #7000 HAS A MISPRINT ON INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION #8. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3432972301 VEHICLES EXHIBIT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTER ISSUES RESULTING IN EITHER THE INABILITY TO REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY FORM THE IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER, OR INABILITY TO MOVE THE SHIFTER OUT OF "PARK." *JD Bulletin Number: BC3514972301 ROOF RACK CROSS BAR WAS REVISED TO ELIMINATE THE ADHESIVE STRIP ON THE BOTTOM SURFACE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9666961001 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 Number: BC9714961101 DIAGNOSTIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICING EVAPORATIVE EMISSION PURGE FLOW SYSTEM. *TW 1997 FORD E SERIES Bulletin Number: 01119 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 Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 01221 SOME DEDICATED COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE, OR NO START IN COLD CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 01233 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 Number: 01234 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 Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 020503 GUIDANCE FOR CNG TANK INSPECTION FOR VEHICLES PRODUCED AFTER DECEMBER 2, 1996. *TT UPDATE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0214 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 Number: 02168 REPORTS THAT CERTAIN VEHICLES APPEAR TO BE DOGTRACKING. *TT Bulletin Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02221 ENGINE-GEAR DRIVEN SYNCHRONIZERS-INCORRECT INSTALLATION-CAMSHAFT POSITION SYNCHRONIZER (CMP) INSTALLATION TOOL CORRECT APPLICATION. *MJ Bulletin Number: 0253 SUBJECT REGARDING ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLE COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS TANK INSPECTION. *TT Bulletin Number: 030402 ON SOME DEDICATED CNG VEHICLES, A POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR AT THE FUEL FILL VALVE. REVISED SERVICE PARTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 031404 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 Number: 03144 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 Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03183 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 Number: 03206 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 Number: 032122 ROLLING IDLE, SURGE ON VEHICLES BUILT 8/96 THROUGH 12/96 WITH 7.3L ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 032145 EXTERNAL OIL LEAK DIAGNOSIS FOR 7.3L DIT ENGINES. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2003 SUPER DUTY F SERIES. *TT Bulletin Number: 032306 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1876, B1880, B1915 AND/OR B1920 IN THE ECS MODULE - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AFTERMARKET HIGH CURRENT DEVICES. *TT Bulletin Number: 03236 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 Number: 03261 NEW SERVICE PART - NUMBER 5 NEEDLE BEARING AND RACE KIT - 4R70W TRANSMISSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 0342 POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR AT THE FUEL FILL VALVE, ON SOME DEDICATED CNG VEHICLES. *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 041601 WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04266 A DRIVELINE CLUNK OR BUMP WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP. *TT Bulletin Number: 05417 INTERMITTENT ROUGH IDLE - NON-COMMANDED EGR (EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE) FLOW. *TT Bulletin Number: 07212 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 Number: 11776 SOME VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIT ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A NO START / HARD START AND / OR LONG CRANK TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: 11796 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT POWER DOOR LOCKS THAT SELF ACTIVATE, ARE INOPERATIVE, OR REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY INOPERATIVE DURING OR AFTER WET CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 12070 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 Number: 12123 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A STEERING PULL TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT, DUE TO INCORRECT FRONT END ALIGNMENT SETTINGS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12162 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 Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12298 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 Number: 12556 SUBJECT REGARDING TECHNICAL HOTLINE ASSISTANCE FOR BI-FUEL VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 12593 CONCERNS WITH CRACKS ON THE RIGHT REAR SIDE OF THE #1 FRAME CROSSMEMBER. *TT Bulletin Number: 12741 SOME VEHICLES UNDER SEVERE DUTY CYCLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS ON THE LOWER RADIATOR SUPPORT. *TT Bulletin Number: 12743 EXHIBITING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC(S) PO351 AND / OR P0356 (COIL PRIMARY CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION). *TT Bulletin Number: 12744 SOME VEHICLES MAY RETREIEVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0351 AND / OR P0357 (COIL PRIMARY CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION). *TT Bulletin Number: 12798 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENGINES PRODUCED BY WINDSOR ENGINE PLANT MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 12870 SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ON A CLUNK FELT / HEARD IN THE STEERING WHEEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 12915 CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF A CLUNK FELT / HEARD IN THE STEERING WHEEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 13117 SOME VEHICLES WITH AN ILLUMINATED AIR BAG LAMP MAY HAVE MODIFIED SEAT CONFIGURATIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13285 EXPERIENCING ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13322 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13331 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENGINES PRODUCED BY WINDSOR ENGINE PLANT MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13832 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 Number: 13870 CONCERNS WITH A NO START CONDITION AFTER INSTALLATION OF A NEW 6.8L ENGINE ASSEMBLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 13934 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 Number: 14240 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 Number: 14374 SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT SUSPENSION INSPECTION PROCEDURES. *JB Bulletin Number: 14455 OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT OR REAR CYLINDER HEAD OIL SUPPLY RAIL END PLUGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 14514 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 Number: 14514 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 Number: 14735 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 Number: 14943 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 Number: 15099 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DRIVELINE CLUNK / THUMP NOISE CONDITION ON INITIAL ACCELERATION FROM A STOP. Bulletin Number: 15150 SOME E-SERIES EQUIPPED WITH AN RV MODIFIED POWER SEAT MAY EXHIBIT FAILURE OF THE POWER PEDESTAL MOTOR. *ET Bulletin Number: 15161 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FUEL LEAK AT CNG FILL VALVE. *YH Bulletin Number: 15218 INFORMATION ON A REINFORCEMENT KIT FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING FAILURE OF THE POWER SEAT PEDESTAL MOTOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 15355 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DI ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT FALSE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1105, P1106 (UPPER AND LOWER ALTERNATOR FAULTS). *TT Bulletin Number: 15373 SOME VEHICLES MAY RUN ROUGH AT CRUISE OR MOMENTARILY AFTER STOPPING, A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT,AND P030X CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 15397 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF OIL CONTAMINATION IN COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 15901 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 Number: 16040 EXPERIENCING A CLICKING / POPPING NOISE FROM THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN AREA WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 16515 OIL LEAK AT HIGH PRESSURE PUMP FITTINGS AND/OR PLUG. THIS INCLUDES SUPER DUTY F-SERIES. OASIS. *TT Bulletin Number: 16916 REPEATED BLOWN FUSES FOR REAR IN VEHICLE CIRCUITS WITH INOPERATIVE REAR BRAKE OR TAIL LAMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 17254 CLICKING/POPPING NOISE FROM UPPER STEERING COLUMN AREA WHEN TURNING. 2004 E SERIES AND EXPLORER SPORT TRAC ALSO INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 17320 BROKEN EXHAUST MANIFOLD STUDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 17385 AIR BAG LAMP ILLUMINATED. *TT Bulletin Number: 17777 REAR LEAF SPRING NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4658 SOME VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIT ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A NO START / HARD START AND / OR LONG CRANK TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: 4684 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT POWER DOOR LOCKS THAT SELF ACTIVATE, ARE INOPERATIVE, OR REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY INOPERATIVE DURING OR AFTER WET CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 5203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 6290 INFORMATION REGARDING THE IMPROVED RADIATOR SUPPORT. *TT Bulletin Number: 6350 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENGINES PRODUCED BY WINDSOR ENGINE PLANT MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 6417 ADDRESSING TIRE BALANCE HINTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 6461 CONCERNS OF A CLUNK FELT / HEARD IN THE STEERING WHEEL. *T Bulletin Number: 6538 SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE APRIL 1, 1999 MAY HAVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A CLUNK FELT / HEARD IN THE STEERING WHEEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 6599 SOME VEHICLES WITH MODEL 80 REAR AXLES ONLY MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN WITH THE AMOUNT OF SOUND, WHINE PRODUCED ABOVE 35 MPH. Bulletin Number: 8058 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 Number: 8058 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 Number: 8138 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION AFTER INSTALLATION OF A NEW 6.8L ENGINE ASSEMBLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 8260 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 Number: 870197 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 Number: 976007 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING CYLINDER HEAD TEMPERATURE (CHT) AND FAIL SAFE COOLING. *TT Bulletin Number: 980301 CONDITION WITH ROUGH IDLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 980301 EXPERIENCING ROUGH IDLE/MISS. *AK Bulletin Number: 980302 SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCING HARD START/ NO START. *YC Bulletin Number: 980303 SYMPTOMS WITH LACK OF POWER. VERIFY ACTUAL ENGINE TURBO-BOOST AS OUTLINED ON THE DIAGNOSTIC SHEET. *AK Bulletin Number: 980304 COMPLAINTS REGARDING THE FUEL ECONOMY. *YC Bulletin Number: 980307 CONDITIONS WITH PRESSURE BEING HIGHER/LOWER THAN EXPECTED. *YC Bulletin Number: 980317 PARK BRAKE CABLE DRAG, CAUSING REAR BRAKE VIBRATION. *AK Bulletin Number: 980323 CONCERNS WITH EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982733 VEHICLES WITH THE E4OD ARE ADDED TO THE FQR ( FORD QUALITY RENEWAL ) ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. *YC Bulletin Number: 985072 SOME VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIT ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A NO START / HARD START AND / OR LONG CRANK TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: 985153 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A STEERING PULL TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT. *TT Bulletin Number: 985199 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 Number: 991411 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 Number: 996130 INFORMATION ON THE IMPROVED LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD SIDE GASKETS. *TT Bulletin Number: 996890 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 Number: BC0053970201 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E40D TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0255970201 4X4 FRONT AXLE IS LEAKING THROUGH THE VENT TUBE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0256970201 A RUNNING CHANGE FOR THE 7.3L TO ALLOW BETTER DEFINITION ON CYLINDER CONTRIBUTION TESTS IN PROCESS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0693961023 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0695961023 'OFF-IDLE' VIBRATION/BOOM/DRONE EMITTING FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM ON 4.2L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0750961017 SPADE TERMINAL BETWEEN SENDER & FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A EYELET TERMINAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0782961014 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0853961007 AIRBAG LIGHT ON & CODE 21, MAY BE CAUSED BY AN ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE GENERATED WITHIN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0883961004 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0884961004 FOR MISFIRE CONCERNS ON 4.2L/4.6L/5.4L/6.8L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5201961001 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5219961001 INCORRECT INFORMATION IN 1997 EVTM MANUAL. PIN CALL-OUTS ILLUSTRATIONS FOR C224 & C225 ARE IN REVERSE ORDER. *TT Bulletin Number: TSB-11-11-21 FORD: THE BLOWER MOTOR ON SOME VEHICLES ARE OPERATING EITHER INCORRECTLY OR NOT OPERATING OR JUST FUNCTIONING ON ONE SPEED. *PE 1997 FORD E-SERIES Bulletin Number: 07212 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 Number: TSB-11-11-21 FORD: THE BLOWER MOTOR ON SOME VEHICLES ARE OPERATING EITHER INCORRECTLY OR NOT OPERATING OR JUST FUNCTIONING ON ONE SPEED. *PE 1997 FORD E-SUPER DUTY Bulletin Number: 6599 SOME VEHICLES WITH MODEL 80 REAR AXLES ONLY MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN WITH THE AMOUNT OF SOUND, WHINE PRODUCED ABOVE 35 MPH. 1997 FORD EXCURSION Bulletin Number: 17467 ENGINE OR FUEL SYSTEM CONCERNS WHEN USING FUEL WITH GREATER THAN 5% BIODIESEL CONCENTRATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 17571 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0603 (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE KEEP ALIVE MEMORY ERROR) OR P0605 ( POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE READ ONLY MEMORY ERROR). *TT 1997 FORD EXPEDITION Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 0017 SUBJECT ON THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES MAY APPEAR. *MJS Bulletin Number: 0018 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC) , MAY EXERIENCE THE BLOWER MOTOR STAYING ON HIGH AFTER DESIRED TEMPERATURE IS REACHED AND/ OR THE SYSTEM DOES NOT MAINTAIN SET TEMPERATURE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00201 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HESITATION ON ACCELERATION OR WHILE TURNING. *JB Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 00261 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.6L, 5.4L, OR 6.8L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE / MISS AFTER START-UP IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 01128 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CHECK SUSPENSION LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES B2140 OR C2140 EVEN AFTER THE AIR SUSPENSION SWITCH IN THE UPPER RH KICK PANEL HAS BEEN TURNED ON. *TT Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01166 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT WATER IN THE TRANSFER CASE, THIS COULD CAUSE LOW RANGE 4X4 LAMP TO ILLUMINATE, SHORT OF TRANSFER CASE SWITCH, OR WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO BE ERRATIC OR INOPERATIVE. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 01215 A CONDITION MAY EXIST, WHERE THROTTLE STICKING MAY OCCUR ON A FEW VEHICLES IN VERY COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES AFTER OPERATING AT STEADY SPEED OR EXTENDED IDLE FOR A PERIOD OF TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0147 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT Bulletin Number: 0162 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) MAY NOT START OR CRANK. *TT Bulletin Number: 0214 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 Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02193 DRIVEABILITY-IDLE-HIGH IDLE SPEEDS-THROTTLE STICKS AFTER STEADY STATE DRIVING IN EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES-VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 12/31/01 EQUIPPED WITH 4.6L ENGINE. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02208 CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH Bulletin Number: 030709 REPEAT AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR DRIER FAILURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 031404 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 Number: 03144 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 Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 031513 TIE ROD END INSPECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03610 TIE ROD END INSPECTION PROCEDURE. CANADA VEHICLES ONLY. *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 0392 REPEAT AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR DRIER FAILURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 0399 TIE ROD END INSPECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 041601 WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 0454 AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0457 POP/THUMP NOISE AT END OF WINDOW MOVEMENT AND/OR DRIVER'S WINDOW BOUNCE BACK AND REVERSE TO MID-POSITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 04L19 CUSTOMER MAINTENANCE REMINDER - LITERATURE PROGRAM 04L19 - TIE ROD INSPECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 050618 REAR AXLE NOISE REPAIR. *SC Bulletin Number: 0554 USE OF STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST STUDS IN SERVICE FOR 5.4L 2V ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 05618 REAR AXLE NOISE REPAIR. *TT Bulletin Number: 07212 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 Number: 090308 MIL LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DTC P0442, P0455 Bulletin Number: 11530 WHEN DIAGNOSING CRANK / NO START ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT (PATS) CHECK THE CUSTOMERS KEY RING FOR ANY MAGNETIC OBJECTS LIKE THE MOBILE SPEEDPASS KEY WHICH MAY AFFECT THE SIGNAL TRANSMISSION BETWEEN THE PATS KEY A Bulletin Number: 11781 INFORMATION ON SETTING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND SETTING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0455 (EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS GROSS LEAK). *TT Bulletin Number: 11806 SUBJECT REGARDING A MISSING RUBBER STOP BUMPER FROM THE PARKING BRAKE COTNROL. *TT Bulletin Number: 12139 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.6L OR 6.8L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A COLD START ENGINE NOISE UNTIL WARMED UP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12154 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PATS (SECURILOCK) EXCEPT CERTAIN MODELS NOW HAVE AVAILABILITY OF FLEET KEYS THROUGH ROTUNDA. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12170 INFORMATION CONCERNING THE OCTANE SHORTING BAR LOCATED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF ENGINE COMPARTMENT NEAR THE BULKHEAD IS NOT INTENDED TO BE FUNCTIONAL IN REDUCING DETONATION/SPARK KNOCK. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12216 THIS BULLETIN MENTIONS THAT FOR 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 Number: 12227 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 Number: 12282 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A REAR WIPER THAT DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY (JAMMED). *TT Bulletin Number: 12529 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN AIR BAG LIGHT ON INTERMITTENTLY WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1924. *TT Bulletin Number: 12572 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH SPEED DRIVELINE VIBRATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 12720 SOME VEHICLES MAY DEVELOP A COOLANT LEAK AT THE WORM GEAR CLAMP LOCATED AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE METAL INTAKE COOLANT TUBE AND THE FLEXIBLE RUBBER COOLANT HOSE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12738 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A IDLE VIBRATION. Bulletin Number: 12743 EXHIBITING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC(S) PO351 AND / OR P0356 (COIL PRIMARY CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION). *TT Bulletin Number: 12767 EXHIBITING A VIBRATION THAT MAY BE INTERPRETED AS AN NVH CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 12796 ON SOME VEHICLES, THE DOOR TRIM PANELS MAY HAVE LOOSE OR BROKEN PULL HANDLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 12797 ADDRESSING CONCERNS OF A LOW SPEED (UNDER 35 MPH) CLICKING NOISE CAUSED BY A CAGE NUT ROCKING ON THE COTTER PIN FOR THE FRONT AXLE HALF SHAFT SPINDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12798 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENGINES PRODUCED BY WINDSOR ENGINE PLANT MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 12905 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AXLE WIND UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A FOUR WHEEL DRIVE HI OR LOW RANGE MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12994 SUBJECT REGARDING A/C VACUUM RESERVOIR / CHECK VALVE LOCATION FOR THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 13054 EXPERIENCING WINDNOISE AT THE TOP OF THE DOOR GLASS SEAL / WEATHERSTRIP MOLDING AREA. *TT Bulletin Number: 13106 ON SOME VEHICLES THE FRONT BUMPERS MAY EXHIBIT RED STAINING (SPOTS) ON THE BUMER WING ENDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13285 EXPERIENCING ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13322 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13331 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENGINES PRODUCED BY WINDSOR ENGINE PLANT MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13342 VEHICLES WITH 2.4L, 4.6L, AND 5.4L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT AN A/C MOAN AT IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13505 ALL 4X4 VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ONTHE FLY TRANSFER CASES WILL DISPLAY CONTACT PLATE PIDS OPPOSITE OF THE 1999 OR EARLIER WORKSHOP MANUAL INDICATES WHEN USING NGS WITH 15.0 LEVEL OR LATER SOFTWARE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13711 SUBJECT REGARDING THE SERVICING OF TRAILER HITCHES ON VEHICLES. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13712 INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES THAT EXPERIENCE THE RADIOS THAT DISPLAY NO DJ-NO DISC OR CD WILL NOT EJECT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13744 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BODY BOOM WHILE DRIVING HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13745 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONDITION OF NO 4 X 4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4 X 4 LOW RANGE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13773 INFORMATION FOR COMPACT DISC PLAYER PROBLEMS, RADIO MAY DISPLAY NO DJ- NO DUSC OR CD WILL NOT EJECT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13832 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 Number: 13838 CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHIBITING A WINDSHIELD CREAK / SQUEAK. *TT Bulletin Number: 14197 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SLOW FUEL FILL CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 14359 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO AIR SUSPENSION LEAKS. *JB Bulletin Number: 14365 THIS BULLETIN ADDRESSES CONCERNS A NOISE AT INTIAL ENGINE STARTUP WHEN COLD FROM THE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT. *JB Bulletin Number: 14372 INFORMATION ON IDLE VIBRATION OR ENGINE DROAN ON ACCELERATION. *JB Bulletin Number: 14609 SUBJECT REGARDING HIGH IDLE AND/OR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CONDITION. *JB Bulletin Number: 14905 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AMBER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) LAMP ON WITH UNDEFINED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) STORED. *TT Bulletin Number: 15122 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AT IDLE AND/OR ENGINE DROANING NOISE ON ACCELERATION FROM A STOP. *SLC Bulletin Number: 15123 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DRIVELINE VIBRATION AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 60-70 MPH. *SLC Bulletin Number: 15152 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT COURTESY RAIL LAMPS ABOVE THE 2ND ROW SEATS THAT DO NOT OPERATE PROPERLY OR CAUSE A BATTERY DRAW. *ET Bulletin Number: 15362 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AIR SUSPENSION MALFUNCTION. *TT Bulletin Number: 15480 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SLOW FUEL FILL CONDITION AND/OR PREMATURE SHUTOFF OF THE GAS PUMP WHEN THE VEHICLE IS BEING RE-FUELED. *TT Bulletin Number: 15504 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DRIVEABILTY CONDITIONS AND/OR CHECK ENGINE LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0455 (GROSS LEAK DETECTED). *TT Bulletin Number: 15517 SUBJECT REGARDING EXAGGERATED ENGINE BRAKING ON DECELERATION. *YD Bulletin Number: 15526 SUBJECT REGARDING INOPERATIVE RUNNING BOARD LIGHTS.*YD Bulletin Number: 15528 SUBJECT REGARDING AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR QUALITY. *YD Bulletin Number: 15549 INFORMATION REGARDING POP/THUMP NOISE FROM POWER WINDOW. *YH Bulletin Number: 15605 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS AND / OR CHECK ENGINE LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE P0455 (GROSS LEAK DETECTED). *TT Bulletin Number: 15648 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SLOW FUEL FILL CONDITION AND/OR PREMATURE SHUTOFF OF THE GAS PUMP WHEN THE VEHICLE IS BEING REFUELED. *TT Bulletin Number: 15651 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR SUSPENSION MAY EXHIBIT AN AIR LEAK AND/OR OVERNIGHT BLEED DOWN OF THE AIR SUSPENSION. *TT Bulletin Number: 15692 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK, SNAP, RATTLE, OR CLUNK IN THE FRONT END WHEN TURNING OR GOING OVER BUMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 15708 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT WHEELS THAT SEIZE TO THE HUBS AND ARE DIFFICULT TO REMOVE DURING SERVICE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15727 SOME 4X2 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH P275/60/R17 CONTINENTAL GENERAL TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGHWAY SPEED TIRE VIBRATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 15749 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4 WHEEL DRIVE MAY EXHIBIT A NOTCHY OR STICKING FEELING IN SLOW SPEED TURNS WITH NO EFFECT ON STEERING EFFORTS OR ASSIST WHILE IN THE AUTOMATIC 4X4 POSITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 15794 SOME 4X2 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH P275/60/R17 CONTINENTAL-GENERAL TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGHWAY SPEED TIRE VIBRATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 15897 SUBJECT REGARDING DRIVELINE ANGLE-RELATED VIBRATION AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND LOAD CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 15901 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 Number: 15939 CONCERNS WITH SPEED BODY BOOM. *TT Bulletin Number: 16015 SOME VEHICLES WITH AIR SUSPENSION MAY EXHIBIT AN INITIAL OR REPEAT COMPRESSOR DRYER FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 16683 FALSE FAILURE OF THE VAPOR MANAGEMENT VALVE (VMV). *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 17320 BROKEN EXHAUST MANIFOLD STUDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 17459 COURTESY RAIL LAMPS DO NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY OR CAUSE A BATTERY DRAW. *TT Bulletin Number: 4619 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442, P0455 SET. *TT Bulletin Number: 4626 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING AND O/D OFF LAMP FLASHING WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 62 / 628 / 1728. *TT Bulletin Number: 4628 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT REAR AXLE NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4631 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBIT VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 4638 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON, WITH P0300 - P0308 MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES WITH A 4.6L ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4664 THIS BULLETIN STATES THAT FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO SET THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND SET DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0455 (EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS GROSS LEAK) IF A CUSTOMER REFUELS THE VEHICLE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. * Bulletin Number: 4698 ON SOME VEHICLES, THE RUBBER STOP BUMPER MAY BE MISSING FROM THE PARKING BRAKE CONTROL, A REPLACEMENT SERVICE PART IS NOW AVAILABLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4802 REAR WIPER ARM INSTALLATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4981 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A COLD START ENGINE KNOCK CONCERN UNTIL WARMED UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 5128 SOME VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ON THE FLY 4X4 SYSTEMS MAY STICK IN 4X4 LOW. ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING. *TT Bulletin Number: 5203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 5206 FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES THE OCTANE SHORTING BAR LOCATED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF ENGINE COMPARTMENT NEAR THE BULKHEAD IS NOT INTENDED TO BE FUNCTIONAL IN REDUCING DETONATION / SPARK KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 5257 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING COLD ENGINE KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 5258 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 5370 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A REAR WIPER THAT DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY (JAMMED). *TT Bulletin Number: 5852 VEHICLES EXHIBITING INTERMITTENT ILLUMINATION OF AIR BAG LIGHT WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1924. *TT Bulletin Number: 6232 SOME VEHICLES MAY DEVELOP A COOLANT LEAK AT THE WORM GEAR CLAMP LOCATED AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE METAL INTAKE COOLANT TUBE AND THE COIL RESULTING IN ENGINE MISFIRE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0304 AND / OR ROUGH IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6287 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN IDLE VIBRATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 6332 CONDITIONS WITH DOOR TRIM PANEL HAVING LOOSE OR BROKEN PULL HANDLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 6350 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENGINES PRODUCED BY WINDSOR ENGINE PLANT MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 6640 EXHIBITING AN AIR BAG LAMP ON INTERMITTENTLY WITH LAMP FAULT CODE (LFC) 24, OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1924 AND / OR B1342 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 6686 SUBJECT REGARDING AIR CONDITIONER VACUUM RESERVOIR / CHECK VALVE LOCATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 7100 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION TROUBLE CODES. *MJS Bulletin Number: 7155 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH WINDSOR ENGINES ONLY MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 7353 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES STORED IN THE GEM MODULE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7896 SERVICING TRAILER HITCH. Bulletin Number: 7897 DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION FOR COMPACT DISC PLAYER PROBLES, NO DISC OR CD WILL NOT EJECT. THIS INDICATES NO COMMUNICATION BETWEEN RADIO AND DISC PLAYER. Bulletin Number: 7929 DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION FOR COMPACT DISC PLAYER PROBLEMS. Bulletin Number: 8058 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 Number: 8058 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 Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96228 WINDNOISE - FRONT WINDOW RUN LIP HANGING OUT - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 8/14/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 962410 TRANSMISSION - E40D - 4R70W - 4R44E - 5R55E - NEW DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR - DIAGNOSIS SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962418 TRANSMISSION - E40D - REVISED DESIGN FORWARD PLANET THRUST WASHER - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962518 DOOR - POWER POINT ACCESS DOOR BREAKS - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 8/31/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 962523 RUNS ROUGH - MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0300 THROUGH P0308 STORED IN MEMORY - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 10/14/96 WITH 4.6L ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96S60 REVISED TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING RECALL 96S60. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110612 RATTLE OR BUZZ IN TAILGATE TRIM PANEL AFTER REMOVAL IF THE RETAINING CLIPS ARE NOT REPLACED AFTER REPAIR. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110618 STRESS CRACKS ON WINDSHIELDS. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110622 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ON CONCERNS OF LEATHER SEAT COVERS WRINKLING, FOLDING,LEATHER WEAR OR CRACKING. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110632 NEWLY DESIGNED VOLUME KNOB, INCORPORATING A MOMENTARY ON/OFF SWITCH. *TW Bulletin Number: 970902971811 CONCERNS WITH "SQUEAKING" AND/OR "RATTLING" NOISES MAY OCCUR DURING DIFFERENT DRIVING CHARACTERISTICS AND FROM VARYING POINTS ON THE VEHICLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 97090297183 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL). *YC Bulletin Number: 97090297187 SOME VEHICLES MAY STALL WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS PLACED INTO GEAR. *YC Bulletin Number: 971110972313 A NEW DESIGN TRANSMISSION CASE AND EXTENSION HOUSING HAS BEEN RELEASED. *YC Bulletin Number: 97111097234 VEHICLES EXHIBITING A "SQUEAKING" OR "CHIRPING" FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW BLOWER MOTOR SPEEDS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97410 TRANSMISSION- E4OD- COOLER BYPASS VALVE SERVICE DURING TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9751 INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 976007 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING CYLINDER HEAD TEMPERATURE (CHT) AND FAIL SAFE COOLING. *TT Bulletin Number: 976011 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY DIAGNOSING VEHICLES WITH EVAPORATIVE FUEL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 97614 STEERING COLUMN- HIGH SPEED VIBRATION- 4X2 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97620 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) - ILLUMINATED- DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0446 STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY- VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 1/17/97. *JD Bulletin Number: 97626 ENGINE- CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL IN OWNER'S GUIDE INCORRECT. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97713 NOISE- "BUZZING"- UNDERHOOD WHEN AIR SUSPENSION IS IN OPERATION. *JD Bulletin Number: 98021698312 SOME COMPONENTS OF THE FRAME MAY REQUIRE SERVICING DUE TO COLLISION DAMAGE. *YC Bulletin Number: 980310 EXPERIENCING VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *YC Bulletin Number: 980317 SYMPTOMS REGARDING P0300-P0308 MISFIRE DTCS WITH 4.6L ENGINES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9810569 CONCERNS OF SQUEAKY / NOISY PITMAN ARM. *YC Bulletin Number: 98110 SUBJECT REGARDING PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98113 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO RED RUST STAINS ON THE EDGES OF THE BUMPER CENTER VENT AND FOG LAMP OPENINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811342 INFORMATION ON REMOVING THE RADIO CHASSIS FROM SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811344 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT LOOSE LUGNUTS AND / OR BROKEN WHEEL STUDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98123 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62, 628, AND / OR 1728 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 981512 A DIRECT REPLACEMENT PART FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY. AK Bulletin Number: 981515 A CLUNKING NOISE HEARD FROM FRONT ENDCAUSED BY FRONT STABILIZER BAR CONTACTING THE FRAME. *AK Bulletin Number: 981612 FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE SPRING LOCK COUPLINGS. YD Bulletin Number: 981613 TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKS AT RADIATOR. YD Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98168 TRANSMISSION- E40D/4R100-1989-99-MAIN CONTROLS, SEPARATOR PLATES AND SEPARATOR PLATE GASKETS USAGE CHART. YD Bulletin Number: 98169 STEERING -ALIGNMENT-TOE SET PROCEDURE SERVICE TIP. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982019 CONCERNS WITH THE POWER SEAT CONTROL BUTTON ( KNOB ) MAY DETACH FROM THE SWITCH ACTUATOR. *YC Bulletin Number: 982110 DURING HIGH IDLE SPEEDS THROTTLE STICKS AFTER STEADY STATE DRIVING IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982117 A NEW PARKING BRAKE CONTROL RUBBER BUMPER STOP IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 982325 THE MALFUCNTION INDICATOR LAMP ( MIL ) MAY ILLUMINATE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0455 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 98239 EXPERIENCING NO OR INTERMITTENT AUXILLARY A/C MODE / BLOWER CONTROL ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC8 Bulletin Number: 98241 DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS ON PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM ( PATS ). *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982521 CONCERNS OF BREAKAGE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM BETWEEN THE MUFFLER AND TAILPIPE MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98254 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR SUSPENSION MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT CHECK SUSPENSION LAMP ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C1770 AND/OR C1845 ILLUMINATED. *YC Bulletin Number: 982544 SOME MOTOR HOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXPERIENCE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS AFTER REPLACING THE TRANSMISSION CASE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982545 IMPORTANT SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ONP 97-B-17, EXPEDITION ONLY. *YC Bulletin Number: 982548 BRIEF INFORMATION GIVING THE CORRECT PART NUMBER FOR TSB 98-3-12. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 982673 IF YOU ENCOUNTER A VEHICLE WITH A MISSING WHEEL HUB O-RING, DO NOT INSTALL A NEW O-RING. *YC Bulletin Number: 982691 CONCERNS OF ENGINE CHECKLIGHT ON AND DTC P1506 ( IDLE AIR CONTROL OVER SPEED ERROR ) AND/OR FAST IDLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982733 VEHICLES WITH THE E4OD ARE ADDED TO THE FQR ( FORD QUALITY RENEWAL ) ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982741 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LOW SPEED ( UNDER 35MPH ) CLICKING NOISE. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A CAGE NUT ROCKING ON THE COTTOR PIN FOR FRONT AXLE HALF SHAFT SPINDLE. *AK Bulletin Number: 983074 CONCERNS WITH AXLE WIND-UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 983170 CONCERNS WITH CODES P0500, P0503, P1501 OR P1503 WHICH MAY BE CAUSED MY A LOOSE SPEEDOMETER DRIVE GEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 983284 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN AUDIBLE 50 HZ BODY BOOM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 983302 THIS BULLETIN MENTIONS HOW SOME HUB O-RINGS MAY BE CUT DURING THE INSTALLATION OF THE WHEELS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983566 INFORMATION ON PROGRAMMING / DIAGNOSING ANY PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) RELATED ISSUES. *TT Bulletin Number: 983566 INFORMATION REGARDING PROGRAMMING / DIAGNOSING PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) RELATED ISSUES. *TT Bulletin Number: 983570 SOME ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT OIL LEAKAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 983582 ERRATIC AND / OR INACCURATE FUEL GAUGE READINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983582 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING ERRATIC AND / OR INACCURATE FUEL GAUGE READINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983592 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO RADIO INOPERATIVE CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98417 COLD AIR MAY BE FELT ON THE FLOOR WHILE IN HEAT MODE ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98419 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62,628, AND/OR 1728. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4725 VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4738 COLD ENGINE KNOCK 5.4L ACTION. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4802 INFORMATION ON PROCEDURES TO FOLLOW WHEN INSTALLING A REAR WIPER ARM. *TT Bulletin Number: 984802 WHEN INSTALLING A REAR WIPER ARM ON SOME VEHICLES, BE SURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE IN THE 1999 WORKSHOP MANUAL SECTION 501-16-92. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4817 SOME 1997-1998 EXPLORER/MOUNTAINEER/EXPEDITION OR NAVIGATOR VEHICLES WITH 4-WD 4X4 SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT BOTH Bulletin Number: 985059 EXPERIENCING COLD ENGINE KNOCK (REPEAT / REVISED MESSAGE). *TT Bulletin Number: 985062 SUBJECT REGARDING IDLE VIBRATION (REPEAT MESSAGE). *TT Bulletin Number: 985063 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. (REPEAT MESSAGE). *TT Bulletin Number: 985128 SOME VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ON THE FLY 4X4 SYSTEMS MAY STICK IN 4X4 LOW. *TT Bulletin Number: 985185 COLD START ENGINE NOISE Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9858 THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0503 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98613 SUBJECT REGARDING COLD AIR FELT ON THE FLOOR WHILE IN HEAT MODE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9869 CONCERNS WITH HESITATION, STUMBLE, SURGE, MISS, ROUGH IDLE, STALL AT IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9874 A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 98B33 OWNER NOTIFICATION FOR REPLACEMENT OF ENGINE CYLINDER HEADS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98S14 SAFETY RECALL UPDATE TO REPLACE LOCKING LUG NUTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9912778 INFORMATION REGARDING NEW SERVICE STEERING GEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9912792 CONDITIONS ON BROKENT DOOR PULL HANDLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99128 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WHISTLING NOISE WHILE DRIVING WITH A/C IN THE OFF POSITION AT SPEEDS ABOVE 64 KM/H (40 MPH). *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 991313 SUBJECT REGARDING ANTI-LOCK BRAKE LAMP ILLUMINATION, INCREASED BREAK PEDAL EFFORT AND / OR FALSE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CYCLING AT LOW SPEEDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99143 SOME 4X4 VEHICLES BUILT WITH CENTER DISCONNECT FRONT AXLES MAY EXHIBIT A MOANING NOISE FROM THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL WHILE OPERATING IN 4X2 MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99157 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VIBRATION, SHIMMY AND BODY BOOM AT SPEEDS ABOVE 72 KM/H (45 MPH). *TT Bulletin Number: 99164 CONCERNS WITH A HARD TO TURN IGNITION KEY AND / OR A HARD TO REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION CYLINDER. *TT Bulletin Number: 99185 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 3/15/1997 AND 12/31/1998 AND WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXPERIENCE DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0782 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99195 SERVICE INFORMATION FOR MUSTY AND MILDEW TYPE ODORS COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING / HEATING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99234 INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING A VEHICLE WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442 AND P0455 STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99411 VEHICLES EXPERIENCING INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT AND / OR FALSE ABS CYCLING AT LOW SPEEDS, OR ABS LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 9946 CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING AT RADIATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9946 CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING AT THE RADIATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 996034 EXPERIENCING A ENGINE KNOCK AT COLD START-UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 996042 INFORMATION ON USING 1999 PROCEDURES MANUAL FOR SIDE MIRROR REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 996113 EXPERIENCING FRONT DIFFERENTIAL NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 996139 CONCERNS WITH FRONT DIFFERENTIAL NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 996780 THIS ONLINE SERVICE BULLETIN INVOLVES VEHICLES EXHIBITING WINDNOISE AT THE TOP OF THE DOOR GLASS SEAL / WEATHERSTRIP MOLDING AREA. *TT Bulletin Number: 996876 INFORMATION PERTAINING TO CONDITIONS WITH RED STAINING (SPOTS) ON THE FRONT BUMPER WING ENDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9996 EXPERIENCING A DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, PRIMARILY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS COLD ON VEHICLES WITH FORD QALITY REMANUFACTURED (FQR) 4R70W TRANSMISSION EXCHANGE UNITS WITH JULIAN BUILD BETWEEN 062-97 AND 040-99. *TT Bulletin Number: 99B02 INFORMATION ON REPLACING MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH. *TT Bulletin Number: 99E03 EMISSION RECALL FOR VEHICLES THAT WERE BUILT WITH A FUEL FILLER-VALVE WHICH COULD LEAK WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING OPERATED WHICH CAN EXCEED EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS STANDARDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0009961101 SOFT PARKING BRAKE PEDAL OR LONG PARKING BRAKE PEDAL FEEL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0053970201 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E40D TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0053972301 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0054961101 VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A 240 SECOND MISFIRE DELAY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0056970201 SOME EXPEDITIONS MAY EXPERIENCE SOME BELT CHIRP AT COLD START UP IN AMBIENT TEMPERATURES OF 30-50 DEGREES F. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0056972301 SOME VEHICLES WITH AIR CONDITIONING CAN EXHIBIT A COLD START ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT NOISE (CHIRP) CONCERN. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0065961101 4X4 FRONT AXLE LEAKING THROUGH VENT TUBE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0121970201 DRIVELINE RATTLE OVER BUMPS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0197970201 ENGINE OVERHEATING- WATER PUMP CONCERN DUE TO FREE SPINNING WATER PUMP IMPELLER. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0254970201 4X4 FRONT AXLE IS LEAKING THROUGH THE VENT TUBE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0315961101 FEAD BELT SQUEAL, COLD ONLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0315970201 FEAD BELT SQUEAL, COLD ONLY. REVISED BELT RELEASED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0318970201 FRONT DRIVE AXLE FLUID LEAK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0318972301 FRONT DRIVE AXLE FLUID LEAK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0318A97020 FRONT DRIVE AXLE FLUID LEAK. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0325961129 SOME FRONT END SERPENTINE BELTS MAY MAKE NOISE WHEN BETWEEN 30 AND 50 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0325972301 SOME 5.4L FRONT END SERPETNTINE BELTS MAY MAKE SOME NOISE BETWEEN TEMPERATURES FO 30 F-50 F. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0340961127 CERTAIN 1997 VEHCILES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH THE 240 SECOND MISFIRE DELAY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0474961114 LONG TRAVEL OF PARKING BRAKE PEDAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0477961114 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING DEALERSHIP CONCERNS WITH FOULED OR CRACKED SPARK PLUGS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0600961101 ACCELERATOR CABLE CONTACTING THE POWER STEERING RESERVOIR MAY CAUSING ACCELERATOR PEDAL VIBRATION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0675961025 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE FLUID LEAKS OUT OF THE FRONT AXLE VENT TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0676961025 INFORMATION WHEN ELECTRONIC/HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (EHCU) MALFUNCTIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0683961024 HIGH OR IRREGULAR GAUGE MOVEMENT OR IRREGULAR LOW FUEL LIGHT BELOW 1/4 FULL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0694961023 INFORMATION FOR RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND). *TT Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0743961018 PROCEDURE WHEN AIR SUSPENSION LIGHT IS ON. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0745961018 CONCERN OF STARTER STAYING ENGAGED, LOOK AT CHAFED WIRE AT THE REAR BRACKET FOR THE RIGHT FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0753961017 4X4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GRINDING NOISE WHILE SHIFTING INTO 4L. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0782961014 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0843961008 INFORMATION ON REPLACING THE COMPASS ASSY FOR ERRATIC/NON-OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0854961007 REATTACHMENT OF HEATER HOSE FITTINGS FOR CONCERN OF NO HEAT, OVERHEAT, OR COOLANT LOSS MAY OCCUR DUE TO HEATER HOSES NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED AT THEIR QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0884961004 FOR MISFIRE CONCERNS ON 4.2L/4.6L/5.4L/6.8L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1006597230 IF 4X4 FRONT AXLE IS LEAKING THROUGH THE VENT TUBE, ORDER THE NEW FRONT AXLE TUBE ASSEMBLY FROM THE NATIONAL PARTS DEPOT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1011097020 OVERHEATING ON 4.6/5.4L VEHICLES MAY BE CAUSED BY POSSIBLE WATER PUMP CONCERN DUE TO FREE SPINNING WATER PUMP IMPELLER. Bulletin Number: BC1012997020 DRIVELINE RATTLE OVER BUMPS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1014697020 BELT CHIRP AT COLD START UP IN AMBIENT TEMPERATURES OF 30-50 DEGREES F. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1014797020 BELT CHIRP AT COLD START UP IN AMBIENT TEMPERATURES OF 30-50 DEGREES F. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1015397020 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1017397230 PARKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL AND EFFORT ON EXPEDITIONS BROUGHT INTO THE DEALERSHIP WITH CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS CONCERNING PARKING BRAKE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1017697230 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH DTC P0455 IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY ON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1017997230 ALL AIR SUSPNESION EXPEDTIONS ARE SHIPPED WITH THE AIR SUSPENSION SWITCH IN THE OFF POSITION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1018197230 ENGINEERING IS LOOKING FOR MORE DEFINITION OF VIBRATION CONCERNS ON 4X2 VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1022497230 INOPERATIVE FLOOR MODE CONCERNS MAY BE DUE TO THE PANEL/FLOOR DOOR VACUUM ACTUATOR LINKAGE DISCONNECTING FROM THE DOOR PIVOT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1022797230 THE NGS DISPLAYS INCORRECT DATA FOR THE IGN GEM PID ON THE VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1025097230 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1025597230 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL DRIVE, ROOF RACK AND BASE SUSPENSION MAY EXPERIENCE CLEARANCE DIFFICULTIES WITH GARAGE/CARPORTS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1033797020 CONDENSATE FORMING ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE EVAPORATOR. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1034197020 RESETTING OF THE TRIPCOMPUTER ON EXPEDITION & NAVIGATOR WHERE THE INFORMATION IS NOT CONTAINED IN THE OWNERS GUIDE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1034397020 ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1035197020 THE FUEL GAGE MAY SWING ERRATICALLY ON STEEP SLOPES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1035297020 FUEL PUMP SENDER, IN AREAS WITH STEEP SLOPES, THE LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT MAY PREMATURELY ACTIVATE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105819705 SOME EXPEDITIONS MAY EXPERIENCE AN INTERMITTENT VISOR VANITY MIRROR LIGHT OPERATION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC105849705 VEHICLES WITH PREMIUM RADIOS WILL BE EQUIPPED WITH VOLUME CONTROL/ON-OFF SWITCH. *TW Bulletin Number: BC105969705 VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 4/11/97 MAY EXPERIENCE A RATTLE OR CLUNK. *TW Bulletin Number: BC106039705 INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO ENABLE AND DISABLE THE AUTO LOCK FEATURE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2225970501 RATTLE OR CLUNK NOISE IN REAR OF VEHICLE CAUSED BY THE BUSHING FALLING OUT OF THE SWAY BAR LINK. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2226970501 SERVICING TIP - TRANSMISSION - THERE ARE TWO DIFFERENT SIZE DIRECT CLUTCH STEEL PLATES WHEN SERVICING 4R44E OR 5R55E TRANSMISSIONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2245970501 INSTRUCTIONS FOR ENABLING/DISABLING THE AUTOMATIC LOCK FEATURE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2305970501 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN INTERMITTENT VISOR VANITY MIRROR LIGHT OPERATION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2307970501 LOSS OF SOME ACCESSORIES SUCH AS DRIVER'S POWER WINDOW FUNCTION WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTED OUT OF PARK OR NEUTRAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2363970501 THE ONLY AUTHORIZED REPAIR FOR A FRONT FRAME BUMPER MOUNTING BRACKET NEEDING REPLACEMENT IS TO REPLACE THE FRAME. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2375970501 VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 3/24/97 MAY EXPERIENCE WIND NOISE AT THE A-PILLAR. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2382970501 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A STAINING OF THE ANODIZED ALUMINUM TRIM WITH THE USE OF SOME CAR WASHES WHICH CONTAIN ULTRA VIOLET PROTECTANTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3007970501 REVISION TO THE TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS WHEN PERFORMING RECALL 96S60. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3060970228 INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESETTING THE TRIP COMPUTER. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3062970228 ILLUMINATION OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WITH DTC P0446 MAY BE DUE TO CONTAMINATED CANNISTER, EVAP LINES OR VENT SOLENOID. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3070970227 CONCERNS OF CONDENSATE FORMING ON OUTSIDE OF EVAPORATOR CASE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3090970225 VEHICLES WITH A ROUGH RUNNING/MISS SYMPTOM WITH A MISFIRE DTC ON A PARTICULAR CYLINDER WHERE NORMAL DIAGNOSIS DOES NOT PINPOINT A CAUSE - CHECK FOR DAMAGE TO CAMSHAFT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3140970220 INOPERATIVE CD CHANGER MAY BE DUE TO LOOSE 66 PIN CONNECTOR. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3141970220 VEHICLES BUILT WITH RUNNING BOARDS AFTER 1/30/97 WILL NOT HAVE SEALS ON THE LOWER EDGE OF THE FRONT AND REAR DOORS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3153970219 INOPERATIVE OR ERRATIC CRUISE CONTROL OPERATION ALONG WITH HARSH TRANSMISSION SHIFTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3270970207 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT - DTC P0446 - CHECK FOR MOLD FLASHING IN THE 90 DEGREE ELBOW EVAP LINE CONMING OUT OF THE CANNISTER. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3272970207 VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) - VEHICLE WILL NOT START WITHOUT THE CORRECT IGNITION KEY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3277970207 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL DRIVE, ROOF RACK AND BASE SUSPENSION MAY EXPERIENCE CLEARANCE DIFFICULTIES WITH CERTAIN GARAGES/CARPORTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3282970206 GEM CONCERN - CHECK FOR MORE THAN ONE GEM CONTROLLED COMPONENT THAT IS INOPERATIVE OR FOR A STRING OF FALSE GEM DTC'S RECEIVED IN MEMORY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3360972301 INOPERATIVE FLOOR MODE CONCERNS MAY BE DUE TO THE PANEL/FLOOR DOOR VACUUM ACTUATOR LINKAGE DISCONNECTING FROM THE DOOR PIVOT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3363972301 THE NGS DISPLAYS INCORRECT DATE FOR THE ING GEM PID ON THE VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3500972301 LOOKING FOR MORE DEFINITION OF VIBRATION CONCERNS ON 4X2 VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3510972301 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH DTC P0455 IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY ON 1997 5.4L VEHICLE APPLICATIONS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3513972301 AIR SUSPENSION VEHICLES ARE SHIPPED WITH THE AIR SUSPENSION SWITCH IN THE OFF POSITION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3522972301 PARKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL AND EFFORT ON EXPEDITIONS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5168961001 PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING THE CONCERN OF WATER ENTRY INTO THE TRANSFER CASE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5177961001 INFORMATION FOR CONCERNS OS SPEEDOMETER, SPEED CONTROL INOP & VSS (VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR) DTC'S. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5194961001 REVISED SWITCH BEZEL IS AVAILABLE THAT WILL MINIMIZE CARGO CONTACT W/ THE SWITCH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5196961001 CONCERN OF STARTER STAYING ENGAGED. RED WIRE THAT RUNS FROM THE STARTER RELAY TO THE STARTER MAY CHAFE & CAUSE STARTER TO STAY ENGAGED AFTER CRANK. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5211961001 INFORMATION FOR HIGH OR IRREGULAR FUEL GAUGE MOVEMENT OR IRREGULAR LOW FUEL FUEL LIGHT BELOW 1/4 FULL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9668961001 CONCERN FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING LEAN CODES P0171 & P0174 (VACUUM LEAK). *TT Bulletin Number: BC9671961001 PUSH CONNECTION BETWEEN THE FLEXIBLE FUEL VAPOR LINE AT THE CARBON CANISTER & THE METAL FUEL VAPOR LINE MAY NOT SEAT FULLY ON THE FUEL VAPOR LINE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9672961001 PROCEDURE FOR BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR STAYS ON RED IN CLUSTER. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9673961001 PROCEDURE FOR BRAKE EXTERIOR LIGHTS STAY ON (TAIL & HIGH MOUNT STOP LIGHT). *TT Bulletin Number: BC9674961001 LIGHT TO MODERATE AXLE NOISE (AXLE WHINE) AT 50 TO 65 MPH (80 TO 105 KPH) DURING ACCELS, DECELS OR CRUISE MAY BE DUE TO AXLE NOISE BEING TRANSMITTED FROM THE AXLE INTO THE VEHICLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9676961001 IMPROPER RTV APPLICATION AT THE FRONT/REAR LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD END SEALS & SIDE GASKETS MAY CAUSE AN OIL/COOLANT LEAK. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9680961001 CONCERN WHERE THE DOOR GLASS DROPS WHEN CYCLED DOWN ON VEHICLES WITH THE POWER DOOR OPTION. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9682961001 CONCERNS FOR THE LABOR TIME STANDARD IN TBS 96-19-02 (STEERING - GRUNT NOISE DURING STEERING WHEEL RETURN FROM FULL RIGHT TURN) IS INCORRECT. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9688961001 INFORMATION FOR WHEN DIAGNOSING CONCERNS W/ FACTORY INSTALLED CELLULAR PHONES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9694961001 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES THAT MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT DELAY IN THE FIRST DRIVE AWAY AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN PARKED OVERNIGHT, OR FOR A LONGER PERIOD OF TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9695961001 ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC) INVALID DIAGNOSTIC CODES U1235 & 155 MAY BE STORED IF THE IGNITION SWITCH IS CYCLED FROM 'OFF' TO 'RUN' EXTREMELY SLOWLY. *TT 1997 FORD EXPLORER Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00201 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HESITATION ON ACCELERATION OR WHILE TURNING. *JB Bulletin Number: 00213 SUBJECT REGARDING CLIMATE CONTROL - EATC - BLOWER MOTOR CONTROL SERVICE TIPS. *JB Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 00243 ON SOME VEHICLES, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BRACKET MAY BECOME LOOSE OR SEPARATED FROM THE DASH PANEL. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY REPEATED EXCESSIVE FORCE ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, RESULTING IN CRACKING OF THE DASH PANEL SHEET METAL AT THE ACCELER Bulletin Number: 0083 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 5.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A RUBBING NOISE DURING RIGHT HAND TURNS FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. **MR Bulletin Number: 00E11 SERVICE ACTION 00E11, SUPPLEMENT #1 - UPDATE INFORMATION REGARDING ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UPGRADE. *TT Bulletin Number: 00E11 SERVICE ACTION BULLETIN REGARDING ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UPGRADE. *TT Bulletin Number: 00L09 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE INFLATION LABEL. *JB Bulletin Number: 00M11 INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT SWAY BAR LINK . *YH Bulletin Number: 00M11 SUBJECT REGARDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE PROGRAM FOR SWAY BAR LINKS. *JB Bulletin Number: 00M12 FORD MOTOR COMPANY IS PROVIDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE FOR THE 4.0L SOHC CAMSHAFT CHAIN TENSIONER AND LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET. *TT Bulletin Number: 00M12 SUBJECT REGARDING OWNER NOTIFICATION SUPPLLEMENTAL PROGRAM FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES - CAMSHAFT CHAIN TENSIONER AND LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET ADDITIONAL COVERAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01197 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.0L OHV ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE NOISE WHICH MAY BE PERCEIVED BY THE CUSTOMER AS A PISTON / ONNECTING ROD BEARING KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0186 ON SOME VEHICLES, INCLUDING SPORT AND SPORT TRAC, THE FRONT AXLE LEAKS FLUID FROM THE VENT TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: 01B77 OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT 7 REVISED INFORMATION - REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF WILDERNESS AT TIRES. *TT Bulletin Number: 01M01 OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM REGARDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE PROGRAM FOR FRONT CAM CHAIN GUIDE ASSEMBLY WHICH MAY WEAR OR BREAK AND CAUSE EXCESSIVE CAM CHAIN NOISE THAT DOES NOT GO AWAY AFTER FIVE MINUTES OF ENGINE OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 01M01 SUBJECT REGARDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE ON THE FRONT CAM CHAIN GUIDE ASSEMBLY FOR RENTAL VEHICLES WITH 4.0L SINGLE OVERHEAD CAM (SOHC) ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: 01M01 SUBJECT REGARDING ADVANCE NOTICE ON UPCOMING OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM WHICH WILL PROVIDE ADDITIONAL COVERAGE ON THE FRONT CAM CHAIN GUIDE ASSEMBLY ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 01M01 SUBJECT REGARDING OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM 01M01 REGARDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE FOR FRONT CAM CHAIN GUIDE ASSEMBLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 02138 LOW LINE PRESSURE READING AT WIDE OPEN THROTTLE (WOT), SLIPPING SHIFTS AND / OR DELAYED ENGAGEMENTS WITH POSSIBLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0732, P0733, P1762 SET ON VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 12/1/2001. *TT Bulletin Number: 0214 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 Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02221 ENGINE-GEAR DRIVEN SYNCHRONIZERS-INCORRECT INSTALLATION-CAMSHAFT POSITION SYNCHRONIZER (CMP) INSTALLATION TOOL CORRECT APPLICATION. *MJ Bulletin Number: 0232 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.0L SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0300 (RANDOM MISFIRE) OR P0301. *TT Bulletin Number: 0242 CERTAIN VEHICLES WITH 4X4 OR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE MAY HAVE A FLUID LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE VENT TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0282 SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 9/15/2001 MAY EXHIBIT LOW LINE PRESSURE READINGS WHILE IN DRIVE, NO 2ND GEAR, NO 3RD GEAR, NO ENGINE BRAKING IN MANUAL 1ST AND SLIPPING SHIFTS AND / OR DELAYED ENGAGEMENTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 030508 FRONT AXLE LEAKS FLUID FROM VENT TUBE - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4X4 OR AWD. *TT Bulletin Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03261 NEW SERVICE PART - NUMBER 5 NEEDLE BEARING AND RACE KIT - 4R70W TRANSMISSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 0358 FLUID MAY LEAK OUT OF THE FRONT AXLE VENT TUBE. *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 060199 CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF AN INTERMITTENT STUMBLE / BUCK / JERK AT 38 MPH WHILE IN HIGH GEAR AND AT VERY LIGHT THROTTLE APPLICATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 070101 SUBJECT REGARDING OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM 01M01 SUPPLEMENT #2: REVISED TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS AND NEW LABOR OPERATION. NLM Bulletin Number: 090308 MIL LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DTC P0442, P0455 Bulletin Number: 11512 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONCERNS OF NOISY FRONT SYSTEM BLOWER MOTORS ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 11759 SOME VEHICLES MAY COME IN FOR A BENT FRONT SEAT BACK RECLINER LEVER. *TT Bulletin Number: 11811 SOME VEHICLES BUILT WITH 16 INCH CHROME STYLED STEEL WHEELS AND WITH 16 INCH STEEL WHEELS MAY EXHIBIT SIGNS OF RUST AROUND THE EDGES OF THE WHEELS. *TT Bulletin Number: 12115 INFORMATION REGARDING THE TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE FOR ALL MODELS DURING PREDELIVERY PROCESS AND DURING MAINTENANCE INTERVALS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12150 INFORMATION CONCERNING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ENGINES ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.0L SOHC THAT REQUIRE SERVICE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12154 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PATS (SECURILOCK) EXCEPT CERTAIN MODELS NOW HAVE AVAILABILITY OF FLEET KEYS THROUGH ROTUNDA. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12227 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 Number: 12230 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 Number: 12298 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 Number: 12512 BRIEF INFORMATION ON CHECKING TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL. *T Bulletin Number: 12518 CONCERNS WITH THE IN-DASH CD STOPS OPERATING WHEN HOT / RADIO DISPLAY READS CD TOO HOT. *TT Bulletin Number: 12529 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN AIR BAG LIGHT ON INTERMITTENTLY WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1924. *TT Bulletin Number: 12571 EXPERIENCING A WHINNING NOISE FROM THE TRANSFER CASE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12624 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HESITATION / LACK OF POWER ON RE-ACCELERATION AFTER DECELERATING FROM 45 - 65 MPH TO A SLOW ROLL CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 12710 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION WHEN PARKED ON AN INCLINE WITH THE VEHICLE IN A NOISE DOWN POSITION AND LESS THAN 1/4 TANK OF FUEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 12852 USE KLEENEX BRAND JUNIORS OR LI'L TRAVELERS TO REFILL TISSUES FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES WITH THE HIGH SERIES CENTER CONSOLE FACIAL TISSUE COMPARTMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 12905 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AXLE WIND UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A FOUR WHEEL DRIVE HI OR LOW RANGE MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13049 EXHIBITING A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK FROM THE STEERING GEAR BOOT(S). *TT Bulletin Number: 13118 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE NOISE WHICH MAY BE PERCEIVED BY THE CUSTOMER AS A PISTON / CONNECTING ROD BEARING KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 13154 SUBJECT REGARDING 4.0L ENGINE HOTLINE PHONE NUMBERS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13154 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE HOTLINE PHONE NUMBERS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13170 INFORMATION REGARDING 4.0 L SOHC CAMSHAFT BOLT TORQUE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13171 INFORMATION REGARDING 4.0L SOHC ENGINE NOISE (CAM CHAIN NOISE). *MJS Bulletin Number: 13172 INFORMATION REGARDING SOHC ENGINE NOISE (CAM CHAIN NOISE). *MJS Bulletin Number: 13177 INFORMATION REGARDING 4.0L SOHC ENGINE REPAIR PROCEDURE UPDATE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13180 INFORMATION REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL CHART. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13218 INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT THAT WILLL NOT MOVE FORWARD. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13222 INFORMATION REGARDING NEUTRAL TOW KIT AVAILABLE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13260 SERVICE TIPS INFORMATION PROVIDED TO ASSIST WHEN SERVICING VEHICLES WITH SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 13261 SERVICE TIPS WHEN SERVICING A 4.0L SOHC SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 13300 SOME VEHICLES WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / MOAN / BOOM AT IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13388 VEHICLES EQUIPPED THE NEUTRAL TOW FEATURE, BE AWARE THAT WHEN THE NEUTRAL TOW FEATURE IS ENABLED AND THE CUSTOMER PLACES THE VEHICLE INTO THE NEUTRAL MODE, THE NEUTRAL TOW INDICATOR WILL GO OUT WHEN THE GEM GOES TO SLEEP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13404 SOME 4X4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION SEAL. *TT Bulletin Number: 13412 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO (DTC) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE STORED IN THE GEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 13415 EXHIBITING A SQUEAK TYPE NOISE FROM THE REAR STABILIZER BAR WHILE DRIVING, ESPECIALLY WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13424 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FOUR WHEEL ANTI LOCK BRAKES MAY EXHIBIT WHEEL SPEED PARAMETER IDENTIFICATIONS WHICH READ N/A IMMEDIATELY OR ABOVE 7 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 13426 EXHIBITING VERY LIGHT STEERING VIBRATION / SHIMMY / NIBBLE AT ENGINE IDLE OR LOW SPEEDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13440 EXPERIENCING VERY LIGHT STEERING VIBRATION / SHIMMY / NIBBLE AT ENGINE IDLE OR LOW SPEEDS (PARKING LOT TYPE MANEUVERS). *TT Bulletin Number: 13482 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / GROAN ON ACCELERATION OR TAKE-OFF DUE TO THE REAR TRANSMISSION MOUNT BEING TWISTED AND ALLOWING A GROUND OUT CONDITION TO OCCUR. *TT Bulletin Number: 13484 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L OHV ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AS REPORTED BY THE CUSTOMER. *TT Bulletin Number: 13504 CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHIBITING AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION SEAL. ENGINEERING IS CURRENTLY ADDRESSING THIS ISSUE THROUGH THE HIGH MILAGE / TIME-IN-SERVICE CONCERN RESOLUTION PROCESS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13505 ALL 4X4 VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ONTHE FLY TRANSFER CASES WILL DISPLAY CONTACT PLATE PIDS OPPOSITE OF THE 1999 OR EARLIER WORKSHOP MANUAL INDICATES WHEN USING NGS WITH 15.0 LEVEL OR LATER SOFTWARE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13527 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT AN OVERHEAT CONDITION THAT MAY BE ATTRIBUTED TO THE THERMOSTAT. ENGINEERING IS CURRENTLY INVESTIGATING THIS ISSUE AND IS LOOKING FOR THERMOSTATS AND COOLANTS SAMPLES FROM THESE Bulletin Number: 13723 SOME ALL WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A LOW SPEED WHINING NOISE FROM THE TRANSFER CASE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13745 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONDITION OF NO 4 X 4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4 X 4 LOW RANGE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13752 SOME 4X4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION SEAL. *TT Bulletin Number: 13752 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION SEAL. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13857 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINES AND ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) TRANSFER CASE MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF 4X4 INDICATORS FLASHING AND MULTIPLE GEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 13879 INFORMATION ON REPLACING A GEM MODULE ON 4X4 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC, OHV AND THE NEUTRAL TOW KIT. *TT Bulletin Number: 14048 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN OIL LEAK AT THE REAR CRANKSHAFT AREA AFTER SERVICE. **MR Bulletin Number: 14056 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION OIL SEAL AREA. **MR Bulletin Number: 14061 SOME VEHICLES MAY COME IN FOR A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0171 AND/OR P0174 IN SELF TEST. **MR Bulletin Number: 14265 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT HESITATION ON ACCELERATION OR WHILE TURNING. *TT Bulletin Number: 14371 SUBJECT REGARDING POP / CREAK NOISE FROM THE REAR UNDERBODY WHILE DRIVING. *JB Bulletin Number: 14560 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE START UP TIMING CHAIN NOISE. *JB Bulletin Number: 14583 CONCERNS WITH BROKEN THERMOSTATS ON ENGINES. *JB Bulletin Number: 14617 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO BROKEN THERMOSTAT. *JB Bulletin Number: 14819 SOME 4X4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLUID LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE VENT TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: 14847 CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHBIT FLUID LEAKAGE FROM THE FRONT AXLE VENT TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: 14868 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.0 SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A PRIMARY CHAIN RATTLE NOISE (SOMETIMES DESCRIBED AS A SPARK KNOCK-TYPE NOISE). *TT Bulletin Number: 15006 SOME VEHICLES WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES MAY MAKE A START-UP NOISE FROM THE LEFT FRONT OF THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15040 SOME EXPLORER / SPORT / SPORT TRAC EQUIPPED WITH A 4.0L SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A START-UP NOISE CONDITION FROM THE LEFT FRONT OF THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15040 SOME VEHICLES INCLUDING 1997 THROUGH 1999 EXPLORER SPORT TRAC EQUIPPED WITH A 4.0L SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A START-UP NOISE FROM THE LEFT FRONT OF THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15168 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT HIGH FREQUENCY BRAKE SQUEAL NOISE. *YH Bulletin Number: 15249 CONCERNS WITH HIGH BRAKE PEDAL FORCE TO STOP AFTER ROTOR MACHINING. *TT Bulletin Number: 15532 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITNG FUEL LINE DAMAGE DUE TO PINCHING/SQUEEZING OF THE FUEL RETURN LINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15563 INFORMATION REGARDING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATING WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300/P0301.*YH Bulletin Number: 15692 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK, SNAP, RATTLE, OR CLUNK IN THE FRONT END WHEN TURNING OR GOING OVER BUMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 15887 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO 1-2 UPSHIFT, NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, A NO ENGINE BRAKING CONDITION IN MANUAL 1 OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0732 (GEAR 2 INCORRECT RATIO) OR P0733 (GEAR 3 INCORRECT RATIO). *TT Bulletin Number: 15910 CONCERNS WITH BRAKE VIBRATION, ROUGHNESS AND / OR GRINDING NOISE, AND EXCESSIVE BRAKE ROTOR CORROSION. *TT Bulletin Number: 16040 EXPERIENCING A CLICKING / POPPING NOISE FROM THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN AREA WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 16385 AIR RIDE CONTROL LAMP ON AFTER SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT / CONTACT REQUEST. *TT Bulletin Number: 16735 VARIOUS NOISE ISSUES FROM THE REAR LEAF SPRINGS WHILE DRIVING. *TT Bulletin Number: 16935 AN UNCOMMANDED SHIFT TO 4X4 LOW. *TT Bulletin Number: 4619 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442, P0455 SET. *TT Bulletin Number: 4623 BRIEF INFORMATION FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING ENGINE STALL. *TT Bulletin Number: 4634 STEERING WHEEL SHIMMY, VIBRATION OR GRUNT ON SLOW SPEED TURNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4642 SOME VEHICLES MAY COME IN FOR A BENT FRONT SEAT BACK RECLINER LEVER. *TT Bulletin Number: 4703 SOME TRUCKS BUILT WITH 16 INCH CHROME STYLED STEEL WHEELS AND TRUCKS BUILT WITH 16 INCH STEEL WHEELS MAY EXHIBIT SIGNS OF RUST AROUND THE EDGES OF THE WHEELS. *TT Bulletin Number: 5049 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING UPPER ENGINE NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 5128 SOME VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ON THE FLY 4X4 SYSTEMS MAY STICK IN 4X4 LOW. ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING. *TT Bulletin Number: 5203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 5249 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING STEERING WHEEL SHIMMY, VIBRATION OR GRUNT ON SLOW SPEED TURNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 5256 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING UPPER ENGINE NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 5272 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING ENGINE STALL CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5652 COMPLAINTS THAT THE IN-DASH CD STOPS OPERATING WHEN HOT. *TT Bulletin Number: 5814 SERVICE TIPS FOR CHECKING TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 5852 VEHICLES EXHIBITING INTERMITTENT ILLUMINATION OF AIR BAG LIGHT WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1924. *TT Bulletin Number: 6203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION WHEN PARKED ON AN INCLINE WITH THE VEHICLE IN A NOSE DOWN POSITION AND LESS THAN 1/4 TANK OF FUEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 6429 INFORMATION ON REFILLING TISSUES FOR THE CENTER CONSOLE FACIAL TISSUE COMPARTMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 6574 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OCCASIONAL HOOT / MOAN FROM THE IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) VALVE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6603 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN AUDIBLE PINGING OR CREAKING NOISE THAT MAY BE HEARD FROM THE DRIVELINE WHEN ENGINE TORQUE IS INITIALLY APPLIED TO THE DRIVELINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6640 EXHIBITING AN AIR BAG LAMP ON INTERMITTENTLY WITH LAMP FAULT CODE (LFC) 24, OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1924 AND / OR B1342 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 6896 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE NOISE WHICH MAY BE PERCEIVED BY THE CUSTOMER AS A PISTON / CONNECTING ROD BEARING KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 6926 SUBJECT REGARDING THE ENGINE HOTLINE PHONE NUMBERS FOR 1997 - 2000 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 6980 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE PO420. *TT Bulletin Number: 6986 INFORMATION REGARDING 4.0L SOHC CAMSHAFT BOLT TORQUE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6987 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ENGINE NOISE(CAM CHAIN NOISE). *TT Bulletin Number: 6993 SUBJECT REGARDING 4.0L SOHC ENGINE REPAIR PROCEDURE UPDATE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6997 SOME SERVICE MANUALS MAY LIST THE INCORRECT CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR VEHICLES WITH VARIOUS ENGINE SIZES. *TT Bulletin Number: 7079 INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT THAT WILL NOT MOVE FORWARD. *MJS Bulletin Number: 7083 INFORMATION REGARDING NEUTRAL TOW KIT AVAILABILITY. *MJS Bulletin Number: 7138 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION WHEN SERVICING THE 4.0L SOHC SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 7270 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / MOAN / BOOM AT IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7316 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION SEAL. *TT Bulletin Number: 7353 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES STORED IN THE GEM MODULE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7360 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK NOISE FROM THE REAR WHILE DRIVING, ESPECIALLY WHEN GOING BUMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 7366 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT NEUTRAL GEAR ROLLOVER NOISE (A LIGHT METALLIC RATTLING SOUND FROM THE TRANSMISSION) WHICH OCCURS AT IDLE WITH TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL CLUTCH ENGAGED (CLUTCH PEDAL UP). *TT Bulletin Number: 7367 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FOUR WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (4WABS) MAY EXHIBIT WHEEL SPEED PARAMETER IDENTIFICATIONS (PIDS) WHICH READ N/A IMMEDIATELY OR ABOVE 7 MPH WHEN VIEWED USING THE NEW GENERATION STAR (NGS) TESTER. *TT Bulletin Number: 7468 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / GROAN ON ACCELERATION OR TAKE OFF. Bulletin Number: 7471 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L OHV ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AS REPORTED BY THE CUSTOMER. *TT Bulletin Number: 7494 ALL VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ON THE FLY TRANSFER CASES WILL DISPLAY CONTACT PLATE PIDS OPPOSITE OF WHAT THE 1999 OR EARLIER WORKSHOP MANUAL INDICATES WHEN USING NGS WITH 15.0 LEVEL OR LATER SOFTWARE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7918 FRONT AXLE PINION LIL SEAL LEAKS. Bulletin Number: 8119 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINE AND ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) TRANSFER CASE MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF 4X4 INDICATORS FLASHING AND MULTIPLE GEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 8149 SUBJECT REGARDING NEUTRAL TOW INOPERATIVE AFTER GEM REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 8164 INFORMATION ON 5R55E - 4R55E - 4R44E PUMP ALIGNMENT TOOLS. *TT Bulletin Number: 8164 INFORMATION REGARDING PUMP ALIGNMENT TOOLS. **MR Bulletin Number: 8493 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN OIL LEAK AT THE REAR CRANKSHAFT AREA AFTER SERVICE. **MR Bulletin Number: 8512 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION OIL SEAL AREA. **MR Bulletin Number: 870197 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 Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96226 AIR CONDITIONING - COMPRESSOR FAILURE - INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF REFRIGERANT OIL. *TW Bulletin Number: 962410 TRANSMISSION - E40D - 4R70W - 4R44E - 5R55E - NEW DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR - DIAGNOSIS SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96E57 EMISSIONS RECALL 96E57 - CERTAIN 1996 EXPLORERS EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.0L ENGINES AND BUILT AT THE LOUISVILLE ASSEMBLY PLANT ON 11/18/95 AND CERTAIN 1997 EXPLORERS EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.0L ENGINES AND BUILT AT THE LOUISVILLE ASSEMBLY PLANT FROM Bulletin Number: 97050110611 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CENTER CONSOLE SQUEAK. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110613 WHEN PERFORMING TSB 97-4-9, DO NOT USE A BAFFLE TO CORRECT HTE ISSUE, USE THE REVISED AXLE COVER PLATE. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110634 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONCERNS OF BROKEN LIFTGATE GLASS. *YC Bulletin Number: 97090297183 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL). *YC Bulletin Number: 97090297189 EXPERIENCING A "THUMPING" NOISE OR TEMPEATURE GAUGE FLUCTATION WITH SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 971110972312 CONCERNS WITH "PINGING" OR "CREAKING" BEING HEARD FROM THE DRIVELINE WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, BETWEEN DRIVE AND REVERSE, OR WHEN ENGAGING THE CLUTCH. *YC Bulletin Number: 97116 TRANSFER CASE- WATER INGESTION THROUGH VENT TUBE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97312 CD PLAYER- "SKIPS"- HIGH SERIES CONSOLE- NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97314 TRANSFER CASE- BINDING OR SHUDDER- DIAGNOSTICS- VEHICLES WITH 4.0L ENGINE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9738 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY- RKE INOPERATIVE- VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 10/30/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 9747 FRAME- RIVET REPLACEMENT WITH BOLTS- SERVICE TIPS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9751 INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97513 IDLE- "BOOMING" NOISE HEARD AT IDLE- 4.0L ENGINE- VEHICLES BUILT FROM 7/29/96 THROUGH 11/11/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 97514 CD PLAYER- "SKIPS"- HIGH SERIES CONSOLE- NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9755 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL)- MIL ILLUMINATION- DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0446 STORED IN MEMORY. *JD Bulletin Number: 976011 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY DIAGNOSING VEHICLES WITH EVAPORATIVE FUEL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9776 IDLE- "BOOMING" NOISE HEARD AT IDLE- 4.0L SOHC ENGINE- VEHICLES BUILT FROM 7/29/96 THROUGH 11/11/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 98021698311 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DRIFT/PULL, SHOW SIGNS OF TIRE WEAR, OR EXHIBIT POOR RIDE QUALITY. *YC Bulletin Number: 980313 EXPERIENCING IDLE VIBRATION / EXHAUST BOOM. *YC Bulletin Number: 980318 CONDITIONS WITH AXLE WIND-UP ON TIGHT TURNS WITH CONTROL TRAC TRANSFER CASE. *YC Bulletin Number: 980319 CONCERNS WITH FALSE ABS ACTIVATION WHILE LIGHT BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS. *YC Bulletin Number: 980324 COLD ENGINE UPPER KNOCK/TICK. *AK Bulletin Number: 980324 CONCERNS OF COLD ENGINE UPPER KNOCK / TICK. *YC Bulletin Number: 98112 SUBJECT REGARDING A NEW SERVICE CENTER SUPPORT THAT USES A THRUST BEARING (#3 AND #4) IN PLACE OF THRUST WASHERS HAS BEEN RELEASED. *TT Bulletin Number: 98113 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO RED RUST STAINS ON THE EDGES OF THE BUMPER CENTER VENT AND FOG LAMP OPENINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98117 SOME VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) PO171, PO174, P1131 AND / OR P1151 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 98118 EXPERIENCING AN AUDIBLE NOISE IN ENGINE. Bulletin Number: 98124 SUBJECT REGARDING AN OVERHEATING CONDITION OCCURRING TO THE LAMP OUTAGE MODULE (LOM-2) WITH THE INSTALLATION OF CERTAIN AFTERMARKET TRAILER KITS THAT IMPROPERLY CONNECT TO THE TAIL AND BRAKE LAMPS CIRCUITS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98126 SUBJECT REGARDING LAMP OUTAGE MODULE HOUSING AND SURROUNDING PLASTIC COMPONENTS MELTED - EDDIE BAUER AND LIMITED EDITION MODELS EQUIPPED WITH MESSAGE CENTERS AND IMPROPERLY CONNECTED TOW WIRING KITS (VEHICLES BEING TOWED). *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 981512 A DIRECT REPLACEMENT PART FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY. AK Bulletin Number: 981514 A VEHICLE VIBRATES DURING A HOT OR COLD IDLE CONDITION. Bulletin Number: 981613 TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKS AT RADIATOR. YD Bulletin Number: 981617 FLOOR MAT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE SERVICE TIP. YD Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98165 EVAPORATOR CORE FAILED, CAUSING THE AIR CONDITIONER TO DRIP ON TO PASSENGER FLOOR. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982019 CONCERNS WITH THE POWER SEAT CONTROL BUTTON ( KNOB ) MAY DETACH FROM THE SWITCH ACTUATOR. *YC Bulletin Number: 98211 EXPERIENCING A NOISE AND VIBRATION DURING IDLE. Bulletin Number: 982122 SOME CUSTOMERS HAVE REPORTED THE THROTTLE STUCK AT IDLE ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982312 ISSUES REGAREDING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTCS ) P0705, P0708, P1704, AND / OR P1705 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 982320 SOME VEHICLES WITH A VERY LOW ODOMETER READING MAY EXPERIENCE A LACK TEMPERATURE CONTROL. *YC Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98234 AIR INTAKE TUBE CONTACTING HOOD INSULATOR CAUSING INSULATOR WEAR. *YC Bulletin Number: 98238 CONDENSATE MAY LEAK ONTO THE PASSENGER FLOOR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982511 SERVICE TIPS ON COMPOSITE FUEL RAIL. *YC Bulletin Number: 982515 CONDITIONS WITH THE FRONT SEAT BACK LEVER BENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 982540 CONCERNS WITH BUILT-IN REAR CHILD SAFETY SEAT MAY NOT EASILY ACCOMMODATE SOME CHILDREN. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 983074 CONCERNS WITH AXLE WIND-UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983092 REAR CRANKSHAFT SEAL OIL LEAK. *AK Bulletin Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 983109 INFORMATION REGARDING ENGINES ADDED TO THE FQR (FORD QUALITY RENEWAL) ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4732 STEERING WHEEL SHIMMIES, VIBRATION OR GRUNT ON SLOW SPEED TURNS.. Bulletin Number: 98-4817 SOME 1997-1998 EXPLORER/MOUNTAINEER/EXPEDITION OR NAVIGATOR VEHICLES WITH 4-WD 4X4 SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT BOTH Bulletin Number: 985045 REVISED MESSAGE REGARDING STEERING WHEEL SHIMMY, VIBRATION OR GRUNT ON SLOW SPEED TURNS ACTION ON SOHC EQUIPPED VEHICLES, PERFORM TSB 98-21-01. *TT Bulletin Number: 985064 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING ENGINE STALLING *TT Bulletin Number: 985128 SOME VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ON THE FLY 4X4 SYSTEMS MAY STICK IN 4X4 LOW. *TT Bulletin Number: 98514 CONCERNS WITH A WHISTLING OR HISSING NOISE FROM THE MAIN CONTROL AREA OCCURING WHILE IDLING IN DRIVE AND / OR REVERSE ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 985144 ALL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC THAT REQUIRE ENGINE SERVICE PLEASE NOTE THAT THE XL2Z-6M289-AA (DRIVE ASSEMBLY-CAMSHAFT-LH) MUST BE USED ON 4.0L SOHC ENGINES IF REPLACEMENT IS REQUIRED. *TT Bulletin Number: 985157 INFORMATION ON SETTING THE TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE FOR 1991 THROUGH 1999 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES IN THE PRE-DELIVERY PROCESS AND DURING MAINTENANCE INTERVALS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 9889 SOME CUSTOMERS NOTICE A GRINDING, WHINING, PULSING, OR FLUTTERING AT THE BRAKE PEDAL AT SPEEDS BELOW 19 KM/H (12 MPH). *YC Bulletin Number: 98R03 SAFETY RECALL LETTER INFORMING OWNERS OF MODIFICATION TO THE POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 98R03 SUBJECT REGARDING POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) TUBE MODIFICATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 99104 THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0171, P0174, P1131, AND / OR P1151 MAY BE PRESENT WITH OR WITHOUT MISFIRE, ROLLING IDLE, ROUGH IDLE, ETC. *TT Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 9913035 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A NO START CONDITION WHEN PARKED ON AN INCLINE WITH THE VEHICLE IN A NOSE DOWN POSITION AND LESS THAN 1/4 TANK OF FUEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99142 VEHICLES WITH A4WD TRANSMISSION AND 4.0L ENGINE MAY HAVE THE 4X4 INDICATOR LAMPS FLASHING. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BURNING ODOR OR SMOKE, AND / OR RUSTLING NOISE OCCURING WHEN THE BLOWER MOTOR IS RUNNING IF LEAVES OR FOREIGN MATERIAL ENTERS THE BLOWER CASE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99185 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 3/15/1997 AND 12/31/1998 AND WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXPERIENCE DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0782 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99203 INFORMATION ON REPLACING THE FRONT BUMPER BRACKET. *TT Bulletin Number: 99206 CONCERNS WITH BURNING ODOR OR SMOKE, AND / OR RUSTLING NOISE WHILE BLOWER MOTOR IS ON. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99223 A NO START CONDITION WHEN VEHICLE IS PARKED ON AN INCLINE WITH THE VEHICLE IN A NOSE DOWN POSITION AND LESS THAN 1/4 TANK OF FUEL MAY OCCUR. *TT Bulletin Number: 99234 INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING A VEHICLE WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442 AND P0455 STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99238 A TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLUCTUATION AND / OR A KNOCKING / THUMPING NOISE MAY BE AUDIBLE INTHE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 9946 CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING AT RADIATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9946 CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING AT THE RADIATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 995157 INFORMATION ON MAINTAINING TIRE PRESSURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 996777 EXHIBITING A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK FROM THE STEERING GEAR BOOT(S). *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9987 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HARSH DOWNSHIFT FROM 3RD TO 1ST GEAR WHILE STOPPING, HESITATION AFTER ACCELERATION FROM STOP AND / OR LACK OF POWER AFTER ACCELERATION FROM STOP ON VEHICLES WITH 4.0L OR 5.0L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9987 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HARSH DOWNSHIFT FROM 3RD TO 1ST GEAR WHILE STOPPING; HESITATION AFTER ACCELERATION FROM STOP; AND / OR LACK OF POWER AFTER ACCELERATION FROM STOP. *TT Bulletin Number: 9988 CONCERNS OR ERRATIC OR INSUFFICIENT TEMPERATURE CONTROL. *TT Bulletin Number: 9996 EXPERIENCING A DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, PRIMARILY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS COLD ON VEHICLES WITH FORD QALITY REMANUFACTURED (FQR) 4R70W TRANSMISSION EXCHANGE UNITS WITH JULIAN BUILD BETWEEN 062-97 AND 040-99. *TT Bulletin Number: 99S09 RECALL INFORMATION REGARDING SPEED CONTROL CABLE REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0012970201 CUSTOMERS REPORT INOPERABLE REMOTE ENTRY OR KEYLESS ENTRY FEATURE. THE CAUSE HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AS A STATIC BUILD-UP ON THE SEAT THAT DAMAGES THE RAP MODULE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0012972301 CUSTOMERS REPORT INOPERABLE REMOTE ENTRY OR KEYLESS ENTRY FEATURE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0050970201 WHEN SERVICING THE LAMP OUTAGE MODULE (LOM) ON THE ABOVE VEHICLES PLEASE VERIFY IF THE VEHICLE HAS 1) AN AFTERMARKET KIT FOR TRAILER TOWING OR 2) AFTERMARKET KIT ALLOWING THE VEHICLE TO BE TOWED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0050972301 WHEN SERVICING THE LAMP OUTAGE MODULE (LOM) ON A VEHICLE PLEASE VERIFY IF THE VEHICLE HAS 1) AN AFTERMARKET KIT FOR TRAILER TOWING OR 2) AFTERMARKET KIT ALLOWING THE VEHICLE TO BE TOWED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0069961101 CONCERN OF BINDING/AXLE WIND-UP AT LOW SPEED. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0133970201 REVISED VENT TUBE FOR 1995-97 EXPLORERS & MOUNTAINEERS WITH WATER INGESTION INTO TRANSFER CASE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0184970201 PROCEDURE TO PURGE POTENTIAL WATER CONTAMINATION FROM TRANSFER CASE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0190970201 VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 10/1/96 MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH WRONG TEMP GAUGE SYSTEM PARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0206970201 TRANSFER CASE BIND OR SHUDDER. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0225970201 BINDING/AXLE WIND-UP AT LOW SPEED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0257970201 POWER LOCKS CYCLE BY THEMSELVES REMOVE EACH POWER LOCK SWITCH AND MEASURE THE OPEN RESISTANCE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0317970201 DRIVELINE WIND-UP IN "4-AUTO" MODE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0317972301 DRIVELINE WIND-UP IN "4-AUTO" MODE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0317A97020 DRIVELINE WIND-UP IN 4-AUTO MODE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0324961101 COLD ENGINE KNOCK/TICK NOISE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0324970201 COLD ENGINE KNOCK/TICK NOISE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0342961127 WHEN A REAR HEGO (CMS) CONCERN IS NOTED, PLEASE CHECK THE REAR CMS HEGO FOR WIRE CHAFING/DAMAGE AND LOOSE HEGO WIRE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0481961113 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST MANIFOLD IMPINGEMENT NOISE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0533961108 INSTRUCTIONS FOR DIAGNOSING FAULTY ABS SENSORS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0534961108 DRIVESHAFT DESIGN MAY CAUSE FLOORPAN VIBRATION WHILE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OR WITH THROTTLE WIDE OPEN. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0744961018 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0755961017 TENSIONER RATTLE . INSTALL A 1 INCH SHORTER MOTORCRAFT BELT (P/N F19Z-8620-C). *TT Bulletin Number: BC0881961004 THUMP/CLUNK NOISE IN TURNS OR OVER BUMPS MAY BE CAUSED BY THE KEVLAR PATCH WEARING THROUGH ON THE TORSION BAR ADJUSTERS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0882961004 INFORMATION FOR ALL BASE ENGINE CONCERNS OF 4.0L SOHC ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1011297020 4.0L OHV/SOHC 4X4 EXPLORERS WITH TRANSFER CASE BIND OR SHUDDER. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1012797020 REVISED VENT TUBE FOR VEHICLES WITH WATER INGESTION INTO TRANSFER CASE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1015097020 LAMP OUTAGE MODULE (LOM) ON THE VEHICLES- PLEASE VERIFY IF THE VEHICLE HAS: 1) AN AFTERMARKET KIT FOR TRAILER TOWING OR 2) AFTERMARKET KIT ALLOWING THE VEHICLE TO BE TOWED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1016497020 INOPERABLE REMOTE ENTRY OR KEYLESS ENTRY FEATURE. THE CAUSE HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AS A STATIC BUILD-UP ON THE SEAT THAT DAMAGES THE RAP MODULE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1018997230 BLOCK HEATERS MAY EXPERIENCE COOLANT LEAKS DUE TO INTERFERENCE WITH THE BLOCK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019197230 EXHIBITING A PULSATING, CYCLICAL TYPE OF NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT AXLE TUBE AREA FROM 0 TO 45 MPH. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019297230 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HIGH PITCHED WHISTLE DURING HEAVY ACCELERATION AT 3800-5000 RPM WHEN ENGINE IS WARM. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019497230 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT REVERSE OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS WHEN SWITCHING THE AIR SUSPENSION SWITCH FROM NORMAL TO OFF ROAD. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019597230 EXHAUST NOISE HEARD IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT MOST PRESENT A TIP-IN A ND CRUISE AFTER SSM 5238 HAS BEEN PERFORMED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019797230 THE VEHICLES WILL SHIFT 1,2,3,4,5 REGARDLESS OF THROTTLE POSITION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019897230 PERFORMING TSB 96-24-16, THE EXISTING TRANSFER CASE VIBRATION DAMPER SHOULD NOT BE ADAPTED AND REINSTALLED TO THE SERVICE REPLACEMENT TRANSFER CASE. Bulletin Number: BC1019997230 4.0L EQUIPPED VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLUCTUATION THAT MAY BE ACCOMPNIED WITH A THUMPING NOISE OR FEEL IN THE COOLANT HOSES WITH THE ENGINE AT NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1022797230 THE NGS DISPLAYS INCORRECT DATA FOR THE IGN GEM PID ON THE VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1024097230 INCREASED THROTTLE EFFORTS MAY BE NOTED ON SOME 4.0L SOHC EQUIPPED VEHICLES DUE TO THROTTLE PLATE ALIGNMENT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1025297230 FRONT AXLE VENT LEAKS ON 1997 EXSPLORERS BUILT BEFORE 11/1/06. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1028397020 THE 1997 EXPLORER 4.0L SOHC IS THE ONLY VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH A NEW STYLE (BLACK PLASTIC) DPFE SENSOR. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1030297020 ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A HISS/WHISTLE AT TIP-IN FROM THE THROTTLE BODY/IAC AREA OF THE ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1031297020 SOME VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT DECALS MAY INCORRECTLY LIST 10W30 FOR OIL VISCOSITY. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1033197020 VEHICLES WITH REAR CRANKSHAFT SEAL OIL LEAKS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1035497020 4.0L SOHC ENGINE COMES FROM THE FACTORY WITH SINGLE PLATINUM PLUGS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1035597020 RADIATORS MAY EXHIBIT A COOLANT LEAK AT THE END TANK SEALS IN COLD TEMPERATURES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105609705 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT SHUDDER/BIND IN TURNS WHILE IN 4X4 AUTO MODE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC105789705 VEHICLES WITH DTC P0402 IN MEMORY ARE UNDER INVESTIGATION BY ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC105829705 SOME RUNNING BOARD PADS MAY BE WARPED. *TW Bulletin Number: BC105979705 UPDATE INFORMATION FOR 1997 4R44E AND 5R55E TRANSMISSIONS - THERE ARE TWO (2) DIFFERENT SIZE DIRECT CLUTCH STEEL PLATES WHEN SERVICING 4R44E OR 5R55E TRANSMISSIONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC106049705 VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 4/14/97 NO LONGER HAVE A REAR WASHER BOTTLE - REDESIGNED FRONT WASHER BOTTLE WILL SERVICE THE FRONT AND REAR WASHERS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2236970501 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CENTER CONSOLE SQUEAK OR RATTLE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2237970501 RECALL 97S67 - MODIFICATION OF THE PCV VALVE REQUIRES A SPECIAL TOOL WHICL WILL SENT TO LISTED PARTS MANAGERS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2246970501 VEHICLES BUILT ON OR AFTER 4/14/97 WILL NO LONGER HAVE A REAR WASHER BOTTLE - A REDESIGNED FRONT WASHER BOTTLE WILL SUPPLY THE FLUID TO BOTH WASHERS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2301970501 NEW CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER WITH A REDESIGNED LIP SEAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2302970501 DTC P0402 IN MEMORY UNDER INVESTIGATION BY ENGINEERING. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2306970501 SOME RUNNING BOARD PADS MAY WARPED. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2313970501 MAY 1997 GEM SOFTWARE HAS ERRORS - JUNE SOFTWARE IS CORRECT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2383970501 SERVICE FIX FOR VEHICLES WHICH EXHIBIT SHUDDER/BIND IN TURNS WHILE IN 4X4 MODE. Bulletin Number: BC2384970501 LIFTGATE LOCK CONCERNS ON VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 12/96. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2440970501 1997 4.0L SOHC 4X4 EXPLORERS AND 1997 5.0L AWD EXPLORERS/MOUNTAINEERS SHOULD NOT BE EQUIPPED WITH A VIBRATION DAMPER ON THE TRANSFER CASE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2442970501 LIFTGATE LOCKS WILL NOT LOCK/UNLOCK WHEN ACTUATED BY THE POWER SWITCHES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3092970225 REAR CRANKSHAFT SEAL OIL LEAKS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3092970501 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING REAR CRANKSHAFT OIL LEAKS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3132970221 INCORRECT OIL VISCOSITY LABEL IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3134970221 OEM SPARK PLUGS MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN OF AN OPEN CIRCUIT CAUSED BY AN INTERNAL CRACK. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3155970219 4.0L SHOC ENGINE QUITS WHILE DRIVING AND WILL NOT RESTART. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3156970219 EXPLORERS EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.0L SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A HISS/WHISTLE AT TIP IN. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3274970207 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 Number: BC3282970206 GEM CONCERN - CHECK FOR MORE THAN ONE GEM CONTROLLED COMPONENT THAT IS INOPERATIVE OR FOR A STRING OF FALSE GEM DTC'S RECEIVED IN MEMORY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3283970206 DOOR LATCH SWITCH IS CAUSING THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT/CHIME NOT TO WORK PROPERLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3363972301 THE NGS DISPLAYS INCORRECT DATE FOR THE ING GEM PID ON THE VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3441972301 AS OF 1/7/97 THE AUTOMATIC SHIFT LOCK FEATURE TAG THAT WAS AFFIXED AROUND THE GEAR SELECTOR, HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED FOR PRODUTION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3481972301 EXHAUST NOISE HEARD IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT MOST PRESENT AT TIP-IN A ND CRUISE AFTER SSM 5238 HAS BEEN PERFORMED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3483972301 THE VEHICLE WILL SHIFT 1,2,3,4,5 REGARDLESS OF THROTTLE POSTION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3484972301 WHEN PERFORMING TSB 96-24-16, THE EXISTING TRANSFER CASE VIBRATION DAMPER SHOULD NOT BE ADAPTED AND REINSTALLED TO THE SERVICE REPLACEMENT TRANSFER CASE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3485972301 4.0L EQUIPPED VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLUCTUATION THAT MAY BE ACCOMPANIED WITH A THUMPING NOISE OR FEEL IN THE COOLANT HOSE WITH THE ENGINE AT NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3491972301 SOME 4.0L ENGINES WITH BLOCK HEATERS MAY EXPERIENCE COOLANT LEAKS DUE TO INTERFERENCE WITH THE BLOCK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3493972301 VEHICLES EXHIBITING A PULSATING, CYCLICAL TYPE OF NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT AXLE TUBE AREA FROM 0 TO 45 MPH. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3494972301 VARIOUS VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HIGH PITCHED WHISTLE DURING HEAVY ACCELERATION AT 3800-5000 RPM WHEN ENGINE IS WARM- TO FIX, REMOVE EXISTING MUFFLER AND REPLACE WITH SAME PART. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5180961001 OWNERS GUIDE ADVISES TO USE A FL-1A OIL FILTER, FL-1A IS INCORRECT. THE CORRECT FILTER IS FL-820. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5188961001 CONCERN OF A TENSIONER RATTLE W/ 4.0L SOHC, INSTALL A 1 INCH SHORTER MOTORCRAFT BELT (P/N F19Z-8620-C). *TT Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5225961001 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A VIBRATION DURING WIDE OPEN THROTTLE ACCELERATION OR WHILE CRUISING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. REVISED FRONT DRIVESHAFT. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5231961101 VEHICLE LEAN. *TW Bulletin Number: BC5238961101 VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST MANIFOLD IMPINGEMENT NOISE. *TW Bulletin Number: RCDNN-00V402-817 This recall action involves replacement of the front stabilizer bar links in certain 1995 through 1997 model year Explorer and Mountaineer vehicles. Under certain conditions, predominantly in cold weather areas, a front stabilizer bar 1997 FORD EXPLORER SPORT Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 0186 ON SOME VEHICLES, INCLUDING SPORT AND SPORT TRAC, THE FRONT AXLE LEAKS FLUID FROM THE VENT TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0232 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.0L SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0300 (RANDOM MISFIRE) OR P0301. *TT Bulletin Number: 04217 GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 15006 SOME VEHICLES WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES MAY MAKE A START-UP NOISE FROM THE LEFT FRONT OF THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15040 SOME VEHICLES INCLUDING 1997 THROUGH 1999 EXPLORER SPORT TRAC EQUIPPED WITH A 4.0L SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A START-UP NOISE FROM THE LEFT FRONT OF THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15910 CONCERNS WITH BRAKE VIBRATION, ROUGHNESS AND / OR GRINDING NOISE, AND EXCESSIVE BRAKE ROTOR CORROSION. *TT 1997 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC Bulletin Number: 0186 ON SOME VEHICLES, INCLUDING SPORT AND SPORT TRAC, THE FRONT AXLE LEAKS FLUID FROM THE VENT TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15040 SOME VEHICLES INCLUDING 1997 THROUGH 1999 EXPLORER SPORT TRAC EQUIPPED WITH A 4.0L SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A START-UP NOISE FROM THE LEFT FRONT OF THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15910 CONCERNS WITH BRAKE VIBRATION, ROUGHNESS AND / OR GRINDING NOISE, AND EXCESSIVE BRAKE ROTOR CORROSION. *TT 1997 FORD F-150 Bulletin Number: 0014 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE INNER FENDER WELL- DENTED OR DINGED FROM STONES BEING THROWN INTO WHEELWELL. *MJS Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 0017 SUBJECT ON THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES MAY APPEAR. *MJS Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 00238 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO CRANK / NO START CONDITION IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 12 DEGREES C (10 DEGREES F). *TT Bulletin Number: 00239 A CONDITION MAY EXIST WITH POSSIBLE ELECTRONC DAMAGE OCCURING TO THE COMPUVALVE FROM VOLTAGE SPIKES BETWEEN THE COMPUVALVE CONNECTIONS WHEN CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING THE MAIN COMPUVALVE HARNESS C4025. *TT Bulletin Number: 00261 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.6L, 5.4L, OR 6.8L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE / MISS AFTER START-UP IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 0038 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE SOLID PARTICLE CONTAMINANTS FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR, MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM IS NOT PROPERLY FLUSHED, FLUID IN-LINE FILTER KIT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00611 SOME BI-FUEL VEHICLES MAY REQUIRE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPLACEMENT DURING SERVICE AND MAY NOT RUN ON CNG OR LPG., RECALIBRATION OF THE PCM/REPLACEMENT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 01111 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WATER LEAK AROUND THE REAR (SLIDING) WINDOW. *TT Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01166 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT WATER IN THE TRANSFER CASE, THIS COULD CAUSE LOW RANGE 4X4 LAMP TO ILLUMINATE, SHORT OF TRANSFER CASE SWITCH, OR WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO BE ERRATIC OR INOPERATIVE. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01182 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A COSMETIC CRACK IN THE OUTER DOOR PANEL AT THE LOWER REAR CORNER OF WINDOW OPENING.*JB Bulletin Number: 01192 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GRABBING CONDITION FROM THE REAR DRUM BRAKES DURING THE FIRST FEW BRAKE APPLICATIONS AFTER EXTENDED HUMIDITY EXPOSURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 01201 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HIGH IDLE AND/OR PCV SYSTEM ICING AFTER STEADY STATE DRIVING IN EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.2L ENGINE BUILT THORUGH 1/24/2000. *TT Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 01215 A CONDITION MAY EXIST, WHERE THROTTLE STICKING MAY OCCUR ON A FEW VEHICLES IN VERY COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES AFTER OPERATING AT STEADY SPEED OR EXTENDED IDLE FOR A PERIOD OF TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: 01218 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO CRANK, NO START CONDITION DUE TO CORROSION OF THE STARTER CABLE B+ TERMINAL AT THE STARTER SOLENOID. *TT Bulletin Number: 01221 SOME DEDICATED COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE, OR NO START IN COLD CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0147 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT Bulletin Number: 0193 A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE A DRIVELINE VIBRATION AND / OR A TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK FROM THE EXTENSION HOUSING SEAL AREA MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY THE EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING OR SEAL WALKING / SPINNING OUT DUE T Bulletin Number: 02105 SOME BI-FUEL CANG AND LPG VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 0214 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 Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02193 DRIVEABILITY-IDLE-HIGH IDLE SPEEDS-THROTTLE STICKS AFTER STEADY STATE DRIVING IN EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES-VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 12/31/01 EQUIPPED WITH 4.6L ENGINE. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02221 ENGINE-GEAR DRIVEN SYNCHRONIZERS-INCORRECT INSTALLATION-CAMSHAFT POSITION SYNCHRONIZER (CMP) INSTALLATION TOOL CORRECT APPLICATION. *MJ Bulletin Number: 030402 ON SOME DEDICATED CNG VEHICLES, A POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR AT THE FUEL FILL VALVE. REVISED SERVICE PARTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03102 COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG). ROUGH IDLE OR NO START WHEN COLD. VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CNG BI-FUEL ENGINE ONLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 03103 VEHICLES WITHOUT THE COOLANT LOCK-OFF MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 031404 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 Number: 03144 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 Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 031513 TIE ROD END INSPECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 03183 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 Number: 03206 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 Number: 032125 AFTERMARKET WIRING ALTERATIONS - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 0324 DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR GLASS THAT BINDS WHEN OPERATED. *TT Bulletin Number: 0342 POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR AT THE FUEL FILL VALVE, ON SOME DEDICATED CNG VEHICLES. *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 03610 TIE ROD END INSPECTION PROCEDURE. CANADA VEHICLES ONLY. *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 0399 TIE ROD END INSPECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 041601 WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04217 GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04266 A DRIVELINE CLUNK OR BUMP WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP. *TT Bulletin Number: 0457 POP/THUMP NOISE AT END OF WINDOW MOVEMENT AND/OR DRIVER'S WINDOW BOUNCE BACK AND REVERSE TO MID-POSITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 04L19 CUSTOMER MAINTENANCE REMINDER - LITERATURE PROGRAM 04L19 - TIE ROD INSPECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 050618 REAR AXLE NOISE REPAIR. *SC Bulletin Number: 05417 INTERMITTENT ROUGH IDLE - NON-COMMANDED EGR (EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE) FLOW. *TT Bulletin Number: 0554 USE OF STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST STUDS IN SERVICE FOR 5.4L 2V ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 05618 REAR AXLE NOISE REPAIR. *TT Bulletin Number: 07212 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 Number: 090308 MIL LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DTC P0442, P0455 Bulletin Number: 11794 EXPERIENCING A RUBBING OR SQUEAK NOISE AS THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. *TT Bulletin Number: 11799 SOME SUPERCAB VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MOAN / DROAN IN THE CAB AT 1500 - 1600 RPM OR A CAB VIBRATION AT 1800 - 1900 RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: 11811 SOME VEHICLES BUILT WITH 16 INCH CHROME STYLED STEEL WHEELS AND WITH 16 INCH STEEL WHEELS MAY EXHIBIT SIGNS OF RUST AROUND THE EDGES OF THE WHEELS. *TT Bulletin Number: 11814 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. *TT Bulletin Number: 12071 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12139 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.6L OR 6.8L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A COLD START ENGINE NOISE UNTIL WARMED UP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12154 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PATS (SECURILOCK) EXCEPT CERTAIN MODELS NOW HAVE AVAILABILITY OF FLEET KEYS THROUGH ROTUNDA. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12161 SOME VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3-LEAF REAR SPRINGS MAY EXHIBIT A REAR SPRING RATTLE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12208 SOME TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) TRUCKS MAY ENCOUNTER A RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI) CONDITION WHEN USING HAND HELD TWO-WAY RADIOS IN THE RANGE OF 47.18 MHZ. *TT Bulletin Number: 12590 SOME 4X4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MOAN NOISE FROM THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATING IN 4X2 MODE AND GOES AWAY WHEN OPERATING IN 4X4 MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12601 EXPERIENCING WHISTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 12720 SOME VEHICLES MAY DEVELOP A COOLANT LEAK AT THE WORM GEAR CLAMP LOCATED AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE METAL INTAKE COOLANT TUBE AND THE FLEXIBLE RUBBER COOLANT HOSE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12725 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE FROM SUSTAINED HIGH SPEED OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 12738 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A IDLE VIBRATION. Bulletin Number: 12879 SUBJECT REGARDING REAR SPRING CLIP KITS FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING A REAR SPRING RATTLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12882 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF REAR SPRING CLIP KITS FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING REAR SPRING RATTLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12905 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AXLE WIND UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A FOUR WHEEL DRIVE HI OR LOW RANGE MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13054 EXPERIENCING WINDNOISE AT THE TOP OF THE DOOR GLASS SEAL / WEATHERSTRIP MOLDING AREA. *TT Bulletin Number: 13106 ON SOME VEHICLES THE FRONT BUMPERS MAY EXHIBIT RED STAINING (SPOTS) ON THE BUMER WING ENDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13186 INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT COVER & WATER PUMP BOLTS-TORQUE VALVE REVISION/3.8-4.2L. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13203 INFORMATION REGARDING OUTWARD DENTS IN PICKUP BOX WHEEL WELLS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13219 INFORMATION REGARDING STEERING GEAR LEAKS FROM INPUT SHAFT SEALS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13238 INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES THAT EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13412 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO (DTC) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE STORED IN THE GEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 13479 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. *TT Bulletin Number: 13505 ALL 4X4 VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ONTHE FLY TRANSFER CASES WILL DISPLAY CONTACT PLATE PIDS OPPOSITE OF THE 1999 OR EARLIER WORKSHOP MANUAL INDICATES WHEN USING NGS WITH 15.0 LEVEL OR LATER SOFTWARE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13550 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DENTS ON THE WHEEL WELL SHEET METAL OF THE PCIK-UP BOX AREA WHEN USED IN OFF-ROAD APPLICATIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13745 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONDITION OF NO 4 X 4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4 X 4 LOW RANGE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13838 CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHIBITING A WINDSHIELD CREAK / SQUEAK. *TT Bulletin Number: 14365 THIS BULLETIN ADDRESSES CONCERNS A NOISE AT INTIAL ENGINE STARTUP WHEN COLD FROM THE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT. *JB Bulletin Number: 14609 SUBJECT REGARDING HIGH IDLE AND/OR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CONDITION. *JB Bulletin Number: 15113 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FUEL FILL VALVE SEALING CONDITION. *YD Bulletin Number: 15145 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE LOCKING TAILGATES MAY EXHIBIT A TAILGATE LOCKING ITSELF WHEN THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN OVER ROUGH ROADS OR IS SLAMMED SHUT. *ET Bulletin Number: 15260 CONCERNS WITH CORRODED POSITIVE STARTER CABLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15271 DEDICATED CNG REGULATOR BOWL KIT AVAILABLE. *JG Bulletin Number: 15299 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CORROSION AT THE ATTACHMENT POINT OF THE STARTER CABLE B+ TERMINAL, AT THE STARTER SOLENOID. *TT Bulletin Number: 15570 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS INCLUDING LACKS POWER, HESITATES, HARD TO START, AND/OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED AND PRODUCE POSSIBLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0103, P0172 AND P0175. *TT Bulletin Number: 15692 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK, SNAP, RATTLE, OR CLUNK IN THE FRONT END WHEN TURNING OR GOING OVER BUMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 15758 SNOW PACKING OF THE AIR FILTER WHEN DRIVING IN SEVERE SNOW CONDITIONS MAY EXHIBIT LOSS OF POWER AND / OR THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATING. *TT Bulletin Number: 16416 NO/HARD START IN COLD AMBIENTS / NEW TWO-PIECE BLOCK HEATER CORD RELEASED. *MJ Bulletin Number: 16602 LOCKING TAILGATE LOCKS ITSELF. *TT Bulletin Number: 16605 REDUCED POWER STEERING ASSIST AND/OR POWER STEERING LEAKS WHEN DRIVEN IN TEMPERATURES EQUAL TO OR LESS THAN -25 DEGREES CELCIUS. *TT Bulletin Number: 16835 TAILGATE LOCKING BY ITSELF WHEN SLAMMED SHUT OR WHEN THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN OVER ROUGH ROADS. *TT Bulletin Number: 16928 VARIOUS INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL CONCERNS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO SOME ACCESSORIES REMAINING POWERED UP WITH THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION, MULTIPLE SYSTEM WARNING LIGHTS WITH SHORT TO POWER OR LOW BATTERY VOLTAGE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES Bulletin Number: 16969 DAMAGED REAR LICENSE PLATE LAMPS DUE TO ROCKS AND/OR GRAVEL HITTING THE LAMP ASSEMBLIES. *TT Bulletin Number: 17320 BROKEN EXHAUST MANIFOLD STUDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 17448 REMOTE OIL FILTER ADAPTOR REPLACEMENT - NEW SERVICE PART. *TT Bulletin Number: 17731 WHINE FROM POWER STEERING. *TT Bulletin Number: 17777 REAR LEAF SPRING NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 17823 POWER STEERING LEAK - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 18466 AXLE WHINE HOWL. THIS INCLUDES 1997-05 FORD VEHICLES. *EH Bulletin Number: 4619 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442, P0455 SET. *TT Bulletin Number: 4628 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT REAR AXLE NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4631 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBIT VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 4635 COLD ENGINE KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 4638 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON, WITH P0300 - P0308 MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES WITH A 4.6L ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4682 SOME SUPER CAB VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MOAN / DROAN IN THE CAB AT 1500 - 1600 RPM OR A CAB VIBRATION AT 1800 - 1900 RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: 4683 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A RUBBING OR SQUEAK NOISE AS THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. *TT Bulletin Number: 4703 SOME TRUCKS BUILT WITH 16 INCH CHROME STYLED STEEL WHEELS AND TRUCKS BUILT WITH 16 INCH STEEL WHEELS MAY EXHIBIT SIGNS OF RUST AROUND THE EDGES OF THE WHEELS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4981 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A COLD START ENGINE KNOCK CONCERN UNTIL WARMED UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 5128 SOME VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ON THE FLY 4X4 SYSTEMS MAY STICK IN 4X4 LOW. ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING. *TT Bulletin Number: 5257 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING COLD ENGINE KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 5258 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 5262 INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSTICING ERRATIC WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5267 SUBJECT REGARDING MISFIRE CODES ON ALL ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: 5955 SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT DIFFERENTIAL NOISE INVESTIGATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 6232 SOME VEHICLES MAY DEVELOP A COOLANT LEAK AT THE WORM GEAR CLAMP LOCATED AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE METAL INTAKE COOLANT TUBE AND THE COIL RESULTING IN ENGINE MISFIRE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0304 AND / OR ROUGH IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6242 EXPERIENCING A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6287 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN IDLE VIBRATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 6477 SUBJECT REGARDING REAR SPRING RATTLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6489 SOME VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3-LEAF OR 4-LEAF REAR SPRINGS MAY EXHIBIT A REAR SPRING RATTLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6996 INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE IN THE TORQUE VALUES OF THE ENGINE FRONT COVER WATER PUMP BOLTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 7022 INFORMATION REGARDING OUTWARD DENTS IN PICKUP BOX WHEEL WELLS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 7080 INFORMATION REGARDING STEERING GEAR LEAKS FROM INPUT SHAFT SEALS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 7100 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION TROUBLE CODES. *MJS Bulletin Number: 7353 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES STORED IN THE GEM MODULE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7821 CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. Bulletin Number: 870197 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 Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 962210 WINDSHIELD WASHERS - WASHER HOSE TOO SHORT AND/OR IS TRAPPED BY THE HOOD - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 4/15/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96226 AIR CONDITIONING - COMPRESSOR FAILURE - INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF REFRIGERANT OIL. *TW Bulletin Number: 962410 TRANSMISSION - E40D - 4R70W - 4R44E - 5R55E - NEW DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR - DIAGNOSIS SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962418 TRANSMISSION - E40D - REVISED DESIGN FORWARD PLANET THRUST WASHER - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962510 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307 AND/OR P0308 STORED IN MEMORY. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962518 DOOR - POWER POINT ACCESS DOOR BREAKS - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 8/31/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 96252 LOCKS - REPLACE AND/OR REPAIR ANY LOCK COMPONENT - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962523 RUNS ROUGH - MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0300 THROUGH P0308 STORED IN MEMORY - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 10/14/96 WITH 4.6L ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 962525 NOISE - RATTLE - SUMMARY OF CONCERNS - SERVICE TIPS. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96265 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307, AND/OR P0308 STORED IN MEMORY. *TW Bulletin Number: 97090297183 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL). *YC Bulletin Number: 97090297187 SOME VEHICLES MAY STALL WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS PLACED INTO GEAR. *YC Bulletin Number: 971110972313 A NEW DESIGN TRANSMISSION CASE AND EXTENSION HOUSING HAS BEEN RELEASED. *YC Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97410 TRANSMISSION- E4OD- COOLER BYPASS VALVE SERVICE DURING TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9747 FRAME- RIVET REPLACEMENT WITH BOLTS- SERVICE TIPS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9751 INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 976007 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING CYLINDER HEAD TEMPERATURE (CHT) AND FAIL SAFE COOLING. *TT Bulletin Number: 976011 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY DIAGNOSING VEHICLES WITH EVAPORATIVE FUEL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9779 WIRING- AFTERMARKET WIRING ALTERATIONS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 980310 EXPERIENCING VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *YC Bulletin Number: 980317 SYMPTOMS REGARDING P0300-P0308 MISFIRE DTCS WITH 4.6L ENGINES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9810569 CONCERNS OF SQUEAKY / NOISY PITMAN ARM. *YC Bulletin Number: 98113 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO RED RUST STAINS ON THE EDGES OF THE BUMPER CENTER VENT AND FOG LAMP OPENINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811342 INFORMATION ON REMOVING THE RADIO CHASSIS FROM SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811344 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT LOOSE LUGNUTS AND / OR BROKEN WHEEL STUDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98123 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62, 628, AND / OR 1728 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 981512 A DIRECT REPLACEMENT PART FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY. AK Bulletin Number: 981517 INSTALL A REVISED CHILD SEAT TETHER KIT. Bulletin Number: 981610 THE SEAT BACK MAY NOT LATCH/ LOCK IN THE DESIRED POSITION AND REMAIN FOLDED FORWARD OVER THE SEAT CUSHION. YD Bulletin Number: 981612 FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE SPRING LOCK COUPLINGS. YD Bulletin Number: 981613 TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKS AT RADIATOR. YD Bulletin Number: 981617 FLOOR MAT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE SERVICE TIP. YD Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98168 INSTALLATION OF VINYL FLOOR MATS SERVICE TIP. AK Bulletin Number: 98168 TRANSMISSION- E40D/4R100-1989-99-MAIN CONTROLS, SEPARATOR PLATES AND SEPARATOR PLATE GASKETS USAGE CHART. YD Bulletin Number: 98169 STEERING -ALIGNMENT-TOE SET PROCEDURE SERVICE TIP. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982110 DURING HIGH IDLE SPEEDS THROTTLE STICKS AFTER STEADY STATE DRIVING IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982117 A NEW PARKING BRAKE CONTROL RUBBER BUMPER STOP IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98231 CONDITION WITH WATER INTRUSION INTO THE GENERIC ELECTRONIC MODULE ( GEM ) MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982312 ISSUES REGAREDING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTCS ) P0705, P0708, P1704, AND / OR P1705 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 982325 THE MALFUCNTION INDICATOR LAMP ( MIL ) MAY ILLUMINATE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0455 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982512 SOME VEHICLES WITH HIGHER ODOMETER READINGS MAY EXPERIENCE A HESITATION ON ACCELERATION JUST OFF IDLE AND MISFIRE COMPLAINTS WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LALMP ( MIL ) ON. *YC Bulletin Number: 982548 BRIEF INFORMATION GIVING THE CORRECT PART NUMBER FOR TSB 98-3-12. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 982673 IF YOU ENCOUNTER A VEHICLE WITH A MISSING WHEEL HUB O-RING, DO NOT INSTALL A NEW O-RING. *YC Bulletin Number: 983070 SOMVE VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BUZZ / LOW GROWL NOISE COMING FROM THE AREA OF THE TRANSFER CASE MANUAL SHIFT LEVER. *TT Bulletin Number: 983074 CONCERNS WITH AXLE WIND-UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 983301 THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES PROCEDURES ON NEUTRALIZING THE EXHAUST, TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE MOUNTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983302 THIS BULLETIN MENTIONS HOW SOME HUB O-RINGS MAY BE CUT DURING THE INSTALLATION OF THE WHEELS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983306 CONCERNS OF FRAME STRIKE ON THE REAR AXLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 983570 SOME ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT OIL LEAKAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 983573 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CAB VIBRATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 98417 COLD AIR MAY BE FELT ON THE FLOOR WHILE IN HEAT MODE ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98419 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62,628, AND/OR 1728. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4717 VEHICLES EXHIBIT CRACKS IN DOOR SHEET METAL AT LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR BELT MOLDING. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4725 VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4738 COLD ENGINE KNOCK 5.4L ACTION. *AK Bulletin Number: 985028 INFORMATION REGARDING A NEW SERVICE PART RELEASED FOR THE LICENSE PLATE LIGHT CIRCUIT WHICH WILL REDUCE THE COSE OF REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 985029 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. *TT Bulletin Number: 985059 EXPERIENCING COLD ENGINE KNOCK (REPEAT / REVISED MESSAGE). *TT Bulletin Number: 985062 SUBJECT REGARDING IDLE VIBRATION (REPEAT MESSAGE). *TT Bulletin Number: 985063 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. (REPEAT MESSAGE). *TT Bulletin Number: 985128 SOME VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ON THE FLY 4X4 SYSTEMS MAY STICK IN 4X4 LOW. *TT Bulletin Number: 985185 COLD START ENGINE NOISE Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985200 VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3-LEAF REAR SPRINGS MAY EXHIBIT A REAR SPRING RATTLE *MJS Bulletin Number: 9858 THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0503 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A12 RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES FOR TOWING BEHIND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A51 ON SOME VEHICLES REPEAT REPAIRS MAY BE MADE TO 4-WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEMS (4WABS) DUE TO MISDIAGNOSIS OF 4WABS CONCERNS WHICH MAY RESULT IN REPLACEMENT OF FUNCTIONAL COMPONENTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98611 CONCERNS WITH REDUCED POWER, STALLING, HESITATION, AND SURGE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98613 SUBJECT REGARDING COLD AIR FELT ON THE FLOOR WHILE IN HEAT MODE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9869 CONCERNS WITH HESITATION, STUMBLE, SURGE, MISS, ROUGH IDLE, STALL AT IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 98812 A VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS MAY BE FELT ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98B33 OWNER NOTIFICATION FOR REPLACEMENT OF ENGINE CYLINDER HEADS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98S14 SAFETY RECALL UPDATE TO REPLACE LOCKING LUG NUTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99107 CONDITIONS ON REAR DRUM GRABBING DURING FIRST FEW BRAKE APPLICATIONS WHILE BRAKES ARE COLD. *TT Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99128 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WHISTLING NOISE WHILE DRIVING WITH A/C IN THE OFF POSITION AT SPEEDS ABOVE 64 KM/H (40 MPH). *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99131 CONCERNS WITH ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9913125 SONE POLICE VEHICLES AND OTHER VEHICLES WITH 4R70W MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE FROM SUSTAINED HIGH SPEED OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 991313 SUBJECT REGARDING ANTI-LOCK BRAKE LAMP ILLUMINATION, INCREASED BREAK PEDAL EFFORT AND / OR FALSE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CYCLING AT LOW SPEEDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99143 SOME 4X4 VEHICLES BUILT WITH CENTER DISCONNECT FRONT AXLES MAY EXHIBIT A MOANING NOISE FROM THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL WHILE OPERATING IN 4X2 MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99144 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A MOANING NOISE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 1100 RPM WITH THE A/C COMPRESSOR ENGAGED. *TT Bulletin Number: 99164 CONCERNS WITH A HARD TO TURN IGNITION KEY AND / OR A HARD TO REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION CYLINDER. *TT Bulletin Number: 99185 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 3/15/1997 AND 12/31/1998 AND WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXPERIENCE DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0782 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99188 VEHICLES WITH 4.2L ENGINE (CANADIAN) MAY BACKFIRE ON ACCELERATION AT ALL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99207 SUBJECT ON ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO THE ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99234 INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING A VEHICLE WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442 AND P0455 STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99411 VEHICLES EXPERIENCING INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT AND / OR FALSE ABS CYCLING AT LOW SPEEDS, OR ABS LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 9946 CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING AT RADIATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9946 CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING AT THE RADIATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 996034 EXPERIENCING A ENGINE KNOCK AT COLD START-UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 996042 INFORMATION ON USING 1999 PROCEDURES MANUAL FOR SIDE MIRROR REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 996113 EXPERIENCING FRONT DIFFERENTIAL NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 996139 CONCERNS WITH FRONT DIFFERENTIAL NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 996754 THIS ONLINE BULLETIN ADDRESSES CONCERNS WITH CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. *TT Bulletin Number: 996780 THIS ONLINE SERVICE BULLETIN INVOLVES VEHICLES EXHIBITING WINDNOISE AT THE TOP OF THE DOOR GLASS SEAL / WEATHERSTRIP MOLDING AREA. *TT Bulletin Number: 996876 INFORMATION PERTAINING TO CONDITIONS WITH RED STAINING (SPOTS) ON THE FRONT BUMPER WING ENDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9996 EXPERIENCING A DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, PRIMARILY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS COLD ON VEHICLES WITH FORD QALITY REMANUFACTURED (FQR) 4R70W TRANSMISSION EXCHANGE UNITS WITH JULIAN BUILD BETWEEN 062-97 AND 040-99. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0053970201 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E40D TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0053972301 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0056972301 SOME VEHICLES WITH AIR CONDITIONING CAN EXHIBIT A COLD START ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT NOISE (CHIRP) CONCERN. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0120970201 DIAGNOSIS WINDNOISE AT THE INNER BELT, RAISE DOOR GLASS TO FULL UP POSITION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0121970201 DRIVELINE RATTLE OVER BUMPS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0124970201 FOR CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF STALL, ROUGH IDLE, LACKS POWER, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, BACKFIRE, SURGE UNDER HEAVY ACCELERATION, LOSS IN FUEL PRESSURE UNDER ACCELERATION OF EXCESSIVE FUEL PRESSURE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0197970201 ENGINE OVERHEATING- WATER PUMP CONCERN DUE TO FREE SPINNING WATER PUMP IMPELLER. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0315961101 FEAD BELT SQUEAL, COLD ONLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0315970201 FEAD BELT SQUEAL, COLD ONLY. REVISED BELT RELEASED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0316961101 DRIVELINE CLUNK OR ACCEL OR DECEL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0325961129 SOME FRONT END SERPENTINE BELTS MAY MAKE NOISE WHEN BETWEEN 30 AND 50 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0325972301 SOME 5.4L FRONT END SERPETNTINE BELTS MAY MAKE SOME NOISE BETWEEN TEMPERATURES FO 30 F-50 F. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0340961127 CERTAIN 1997 VEHCILES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH THE 240 SECOND MISFIRE DELAY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0345970201 DRIVELINE CLUNK, 4.2L BACKFIRE, 4.6L LACK OF POWER, 4.6L MISFIRE/MIL LIGHT ISSUES, AND WINDNOISE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0477961114 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING DEALERSHIP CONCERNS WITH FOULED OR CRACKED SPARK PLUGS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0676961025 INFORMATION WHEN ELECTRONIC/HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (EHCU) MALFUNCTIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0693961023 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0694961023 INFORMATION FOR RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND). *TT Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0697961023 WINDNOISE CONCERNS IN THE RIGHT DOOR A-PILLAR AREA OF THE SUPERCAB. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0750961017 SPADE TERMINAL BETWEEN SENDER & FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A EYELET TERMINAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0753961017 4X4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GRINDING NOISE WHILE SHIFTING INTO 4L. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0765961016 INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING WIND NOISE & WATER LEAKS AT THE LOWER PASSENGER DOOR AREA & 3RD DOOR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0782961014 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0823961010 CONCERN OF WATER ENTRY INTO THE TRANSFER CASE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0841961008 CONCERNS OF WINDSHIELD WIPER NOT CLEANING, STREAKING OR SMEARING. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0854961007 REATTACHMENT OF HEATER HOSE FITTINGS FOR CONCERN OF NO HEAT, OVERHEAT, OR COOLANT LOSS MAY OCCUR DUE TO HEATER HOSES NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED AT THEIR QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0883961004 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0884961004 FOR MISFIRE CONCERNS ON 4.2L/4.6L/5.4L/6.8L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0950960927 TECHNICIANS ARE EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY REMOVING DOOR TRIM PANELS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0990961021 INFORMATION ON ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE OIL PAN, FRONT COVER &/OR THE FRONT & REAR CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1012897020 WIND NOISE AT THE INNER BELT, RAISE DOOR GLASS TO FULL UP POSITION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1012997020 DRIVELINE RATTLE OVER BUMPS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1013297020 STALL, ROUGH IDLE, LACKS POWER, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, BACKFIRE, SURGE UNDER HEAVY ACCELERATION, LOSS IN FUEL PRESSURE UNDER ACCELERATION OR EXCESSIVE FUEL PRESSURE AND/OR MIL ACTIVATION WITH DTCS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1015397020 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1020097230 THE SECOND PRINTING OF THE 1997 OWNERS GUIDE STATES THAT THE VEHICLES 4X4 LONG WHEELBASE MAY HAVE A SNOWPLOW INSTALLED- THIS IS INCORRECT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1022797230 THE NGS DISPLAYS INCORRECT DATA FOR THE IGN GEM PID ON THE VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105849705 VEHICLES WITH PREMIUM RADIOS WILL BE EQUIPPED WITH VOLUME CONTROL/ON-OFF SWITCH. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2150970206 INSTRUCTIONS FOR DIAGNOSING FUEL GUAGE CONCERNS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2301970501 NEW CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER WITH A REDESIGNED LIP SEAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2360970501 FOR CONCERNS OF NOISY/SQUEAKY STEERING AND DIAGNOSIS IS FOR THE PITMAN ARM, RECOMMENDED SERVICE IS TO REPLACE THE PITMAN ARM. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2363970501 THE ONLY AUTHORIZED REPAIR FOR A FRONT FRAME BUMPER MOUNTING BRACKET NEEDING REPLACEMENT IS TO REPLACE THE FRAME. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2385970501 F SERIES FLARESIDE WHEN EQUIPPED WITH THE CAB STEP, WILL NOT HAVE MUD FLAPS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2391970501 ENGINEERING IS ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OF INTERMITTENT/UNABLE TO ADJUST MIRROR CONCERNS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3090970225 VEHICLES WITH A ROUGH RUNNING/MISS SYMPTOM WITH A MISFIRE DTC ON A PARTICULAR CYLINDER WHERE NORMAL DIAGNOSIS DOES NOT PINPOINT A CAUSE - CHECK FOR DAMAGE TO CAMSHAFT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3101970224 SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3153970219 INOPERATIVE OR ERRATIC CRUISE CONTROL OPERATION ALONG WITH HARSH TRANSMISSION SHIFTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3242970210 DRIVELINE CLUNKING OR GRUNTING NOISE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3279970207 CONCERNS WITH THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3282970206 GEM CONCERN - CHECK FOR MORE THAN ONE GEM CONTROLLED COMPONENT THAT IS INOPERATIVE OR FOR A STRING OF FALSE GEM DTC'S RECEIVED IN MEMORY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3363972301 THE NGS DISPLAYS INCORRECT DATE FOR THE ING GEM PID ON THE VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3443972301 SECOND PRINTING OF THE 1997 OWNERS GUIDE STATES THAT THE VEHICLES LONG WHEELBASE MAY HAVE A SNOWPLOW INSTALLED- THIS IS INCORRECT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3510972301 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH DTC P0455 IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY ON 1997 5.4L VEHICLE APPLICATIONS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5168961001 PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING THE CONCERN OF WATER ENTRY INTO THE TRANSFER CASE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5201961001 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: TSB-14-0147 FORD/LINCOLN: SAFETY RECALL ISSUED DUE TO ONE OR BOTH FUEL TANK STRAPS FRACTURING DUE TO BEING IN HIGH CORROSION AREAS FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD AND DISLODGING FUEL TANK. MODEL 1997-99 F250, 1997-03 F150, 2004 F150 HERITAGE, 2002-2003 BLACKW Bulletin Number: TSB-14-0164 FORD/LINCOLN: SAFETY RECALL REGARDING HIGH CORROSION AREAS FOR OPERATING, FOR AN EXTENDED TIME, VEHICLES WHERE BOTH OR ONE STRAP OF FUEL TANK CAN FRACTURE, AFTER CONTACTING GROUND. MODEL 1997-99 F250 LD, 1997-03 F150, 2004 F150 HERITAGE, 1997 FORD F-250 Bulletin Number: 0014 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE INNER FENDER WELL- DENTED OR DINGED FROM STONES BEING THROWN INTO WHEELWELL. *MJS Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 0017 SUBJECT ON THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES MAY APPEAR. *MJS Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 00238 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO CRANK / NO START CONDITION IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 12 DEGREES C (10 DEGREES F). *TT Bulletin Number: 00239 A CONDITION MAY EXIST WITH POSSIBLE ELECTRONC DAMAGE OCCURING TO THE COMPUVALVE FROM VOLTAGE SPIKES BETWEEN THE COMPUVALVE CONNECTIONS WHEN CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING THE MAIN COMPUVALVE HARNESS C4025. *TT Bulletin Number: 00254 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE BUCK, SURGE, OR JERK (ALSO KNOWN AS HITCHING / HESITATION) WHILE THE SPEED CONTROL IS ACTIVE THROUGH ALL ENGINE TEMPERATURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 00261 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.6L, 5.4L, OR 6.8L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE / MISS AFTER START-UP IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 0038 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE SOLID PARTICLE CONTAMINANTS FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR, MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM IS NOT PROPERLY FLUSHED, FLUID IN-LINE FILTER KIT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00611 SOME BI-FUEL VEHICLES MAY REQUIRE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPLACEMENT DURING SERVICE AND MAY NOT RUN ON CNG OR LPG., RECALIBRATION OF THE PCM/REPLACEMENT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 01111 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WATER LEAK AROUND THE REAR (SLIDING) WINDOW. *TT Bulletin Number: 01166 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT WATER IN THE TRANSFER CASE, THIS COULD CAUSE LOW RANGE 4X4 LAMP TO ILLUMINATE, SHORT OF TRANSFER CASE SWITCH, OR WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO BE ERRATIC OR INOPERATIVE. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01182 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A COSMETIC CRACK IN THE OUTER DOOR PANEL AT THE LOWER REAR CORNER OF WINDOW OPENING.*JB Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 01215 A CONDITION MAY EXIST, WHERE THROTTLE STICKING MAY OCCUR ON A FEW VEHICLES IN VERY COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES AFTER OPERATING AT STEADY SPEED OR EXTENDED IDLE FOR A PERIOD OF TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0147 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT Bulletin Number: 0193 A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE A DRIVELINE VIBRATION AND / OR A TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK FROM THE EXTENSION HOUSING SEAL AREA MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY THE EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING OR SEAL WALKING / SPINNING OUT DUE T Bulletin Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02193 DRIVEABILITY-IDLE-HIGH IDLE SPEEDS-THROTTLE STICKS AFTER STEADY STATE DRIVING IN EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES-VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 12/31/01 EQUIPPED WITH 4.6L ENGINE. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02E17 SUBJECT REGARDING HEATER HOSE TO FUEL RAIL FLEX LINE INSPECTION. *JG Bulletin Number: 030402 ON SOME DEDICATED CNG VEHICLES, A POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR AT THE FUEL FILL VALVE. REVISED SERVICE PARTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03103 VEHICLES WITHOUT THE COOLANT LOCK-OFF MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 032119 AN ENGINE VIBRATION AND/OR MOANING NOISE AT 2600-3000 RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: 032120 7.3L DIT GLOW PLUG START-UP ON-TIME DURING COLD TEMPERATURE - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 032121 A HIGH NUMBER OF HIGH PRESSURE REXROTH PUMPS AND INJECTION PRESSURE REGULATORS (IPR) ARE BEING REPLACED DUE TO OIL LEAKING, WHEN ALL THAT IS REQUIRED IS A NEW GASKET OR SEAL ON EITHER THE PUMP OR IPR. *TT Bulletin Number: 032123 LOW RPM, NO START, RUNS POORLY, STALL. 7.3L DIT ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 032125 AFTERMARKET WIRING ALTERATIONS - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 03213 A NO-START OR REDUCED POWER CONDITION MAY OCCUR INTERMITTENTLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 032140 ENGINE BUCK, SURGE OR JERK (ALSO KNOWN AS HITCHING/HESITATION) WHILE THE SPEED CONTROL IS ACTIVE THROUGH ALL ENGINE TEMPERATURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 0342 POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR AT THE FUEL FILL VALVE, ON SOME DEDICATED CNG VEHICLES. *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04217 GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04L19 CUSTOMER MAINTENANCE REMINDER - LITERATURE PROGRAM 04L19 - TIE ROD INSPECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 05417 INTERMITTENT ROUGH IDLE - NON-COMMANDED EGR (EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE) FLOW. *TT Bulletin Number: 07212 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 Number: 11794 EXPERIENCING A RUBBING OR SQUEAK NOISE AS THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. *TT Bulletin Number: 11799 SOME SUPERCAB VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MOAN / DROAN IN THE CAB AT 1500 - 1600 RPM OR A CAB VIBRATION AT 1800 - 1900 RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: 11811 SOME VEHICLES BUILT WITH 16 INCH CHROME STYLED STEEL WHEELS AND WITH 16 INCH STEEL WHEELS MAY EXHIBIT SIGNS OF RUST AROUND THE EDGES OF THE WHEELS. *TT Bulletin Number: 11814 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. *TT Bulletin Number: 12071 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12113 SOME VEHICLES WITH E40D AND CALIFORNIA CALIBRATION 7-90P-R10/11 MAY STALL DURING LONG DECEL CONDITIONS WHILE IN MKANUAL 1 OR 2 GEAR. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12139 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.6L OR 6.8L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A COLD START ENGINE NOISE UNTIL WARMED UP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12154 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PATS (SECURILOCK) EXCEPT CERTAIN MODELS NOW HAVE AVAILABILITY OF FLEET KEYS THROUGH ROTUNDA. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12208 SOME TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) TRUCKS MAY ENCOUNTER A RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI) CONDITION WHEN USING HAND HELD TWO-WAY RADIOS IN THE RANGE OF 47.18 MHZ. *TT Bulletin Number: 12248 SOME HEAVY DUTY AND SUPER DUTY VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS TRANSMISSION CONCERNS, INCLUDING STALL ON TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AND / OR A BUZZ NOISE ON ENGAGEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 12590 SOME 4X4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MOAN NOISE FROM THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATING IN 4X2 MODE AND GOES AWAY WHEN OPERATING IN 4X4 MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12601 EXPERIENCING WHISTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 12720 SOME VEHICLES MAY DEVELOP A COOLANT LEAK AT THE WORM GEAR CLAMP LOCATED AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE METAL INTAKE COOLANT TUBE AND THE FLEXIBLE RUBBER COOLANT HOSE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12738 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A IDLE VIBRATION. Bulletin Number: 12879 SUBJECT REGARDING REAR SPRING CLIP KITS FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING A REAR SPRING RATTLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12882 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF REAR SPRING CLIP KITS FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING REAR SPRING RATTLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12905 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AXLE WIND UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A FOUR WHEEL DRIVE HI OR LOW RANGE MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13054 EXPERIENCING WINDNOISE AT THE TOP OF THE DOOR GLASS SEAL / WEATHERSTRIP MOLDING AREA. *TT Bulletin Number: 13106 ON SOME VEHICLES THE FRONT BUMPERS MAY EXHIBIT RED STAINING (SPOTS) ON THE BUMER WING ENDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13203 INFORMATION REGARDING OUTWARD DENTS IN PICKUP BOX WHEEL WELLS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13238 INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES THAT EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13412 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO (DTC) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE STORED IN THE GEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 13479 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. *TT Bulletin Number: 13505 ALL 4X4 VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ONTHE FLY TRANSFER CASES WILL DISPLAY CONTACT PLATE PIDS OPPOSITE OF THE 1999 OR EARLIER WORKSHOP MANUAL INDICATES WHEN USING NGS WITH 15.0 LEVEL OR LATER SOFTWARE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13550 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DENTS ON THE WHEEL WELL SHEET METAL OF THE PCIK-UP BOX AREA WHEN USED IN OFF-ROAD APPLICATIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13745 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONDITION OF NO 4 X 4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4 X 4 LOW RANGE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13838 CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHIBITING A WINDSHIELD CREAK / SQUEAK. *TT Bulletin Number: 14365 THIS BULLETIN ADDRESSES CONCERNS A NOISE AT INTIAL ENGINE STARTUP WHEN COLD FROM THE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT. *JB Bulletin Number: 14455 OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT OR REAR CYLINDER HEAD OIL SUPPLY RAIL END PLUGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 15113 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FUEL FILL VALVE SEALING CONDITION. *YD Bulletin Number: 15260 CONCERNS WITH CORRODED POSITIVE STARTER CABLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15570 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS INCLUDING LACKS POWER, HESITATES, HARD TO START, AND/OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED AND PRODUCE POSSIBLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0103, P0172 AND P0175. *TT Bulletin Number: 16515 OIL LEAK AT HIGH PRESSURE PUMP FITTINGS AND/OR PLUG. THIS INCLUDES SUPER DUTY F-SERIES. OASIS. *TT Bulletin Number: 17571 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0603 (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE KEEP ALIVE MEMORY ERROR) OR P0605 ( POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE READ ONLY MEMORY ERROR). *TT Bulletin Number: 4614 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4616 BRIEF INFORMATION VEHICLES EXHIBITING HARD START / NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4617 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING LACK OF POWER CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4625 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING A STALL ON DECELERATION CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4628 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT REAR AXLE NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4629 BRIEF INFORMATION CONCERN VEHICLES EXHBITING EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4631 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBIT VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 4633 REAR BRAKE DRAG OR EXCESSIVE WEAR ON REAR BRAKES. *TT Bulletin Number: 4635 COLD ENGINE KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 4638 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON, WITH P0300 - P0308 MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES WITH A 4.6L ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4682 SOME SUPER CAB VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MOAN / DROAN IN THE CAB AT 1500 - 1600 RPM OR A CAB VIBRATION AT 1800 - 1900 RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: 4683 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A RUBBING OR SQUEAK NOISE AS THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. *TT Bulletin Number: 4703 SOME TRUCKS BUILT WITH 16 INCH CHROME STYLED STEEL WHEELS AND TRUCKS BUILT WITH 16 INCH STEEL WHEELS MAY EXHIBIT SIGNS OF RUST AROUND THE EDGES OF THE WHEELS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4981 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A COLD START ENGINE KNOCK CONCERN UNTIL WARMED UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 5046 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING A LACK OF POWER. *TT Bulletin Number: 5047 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING A HARD START / NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5250 INFORMATION ON SUPER DUTY MODELS WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5251 SOME SUPER DUTY VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIT DIESEL ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT 4X4 LIGHTS ON, 4X4 INOPERATIVE AND / OR MULTIPLE GEM CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 5254 INFORMATION ON SUPER DUTY 7.3 DIT DIESEL ENGINE VEHICLES EXHIBITI LACK OF POWER. *TT Bulletin Number: 5257 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING COLD ENGINE KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 5258 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 5262 INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSTICING ERRATIC WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5262 SERVICE INFORMATION FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING STALL ON DECELERATION CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5267 SUBJECT REGARDING MISFIRE CODES ON ALL ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: 5316 SOME SUPER DUTY 7.3L E4OD AND 7.3L 4R100 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS TRANSMISSION CONCERNS, INCLUDING STALL ON TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AND / OR A BUZZ NOISE ON ENGAGEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 5955 SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT DIFFERENTIAL NOISE INVESTIGATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 6232 SOME VEHICLES MAY DEVELOP A COOLANT LEAK AT THE WORM GEAR CLAMP LOCATED AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE METAL INTAKE COOLANT TUBE AND THE COIL RESULTING IN ENGINE MISFIRE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0304 AND / OR ROUGH IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6287 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN IDLE VIBRATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 6477 SUBJECT REGARDING REAR SPRING RATTLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6489 SOME VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3-LEAF OR 4-LEAF REAR SPRINGS MAY EXHIBIT A REAR SPRING RATTLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7022 INFORMATION REGARDING OUTWARD DENTS IN PICKUP BOX WHEEL WELLS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 7353 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES STORED IN THE GEM MODULE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7821 CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. Bulletin Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 962213 EXHAUST - EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L OR 7.5L ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96226 AIR CONDITIONING - COMPRESSOR FAILURE - INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF REFRIGERANT OIL. *TW Bulletin Number: 962410 TRANSMISSION - E40D - 4R70W - 4R44E - 5R55E - NEW DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR - DIAGNOSIS SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962412 BRAKES - REAR PARKING BRAKE CABLE BINDS - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 8/20/96 - ALL CHASSIS CAB VEHICLES ARE EXCLUDED. *TW Bulletin Number: 962418 TRANSMISSION - E40D - REVISED DESIGN FORWARD PLANET THRUST WASHER - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962518 DOOR - POWER POINT ACCESS DOOR BREAKS - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 8/31/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 96252 LOCKS - REPLACE AND/OR REPAIR ANY LOCK COMPONENT - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962521 STEERING - CLUNK NOISE FROM STEERING COLUMN ON ACCELERATING AND BRAKING. *TW Bulletin Number: 962525 NOISE - RATTLE - SUMMARY OF CONCERNS - SERVICE TIPS. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 97111097238 SUBJECT ON REAR VIBRATION/SHUDDER WHEN APPLYING BRAKES. *YC Bulletin Number: 97113 AN ENGINE VIBRATION AND/OR "MOANING" NOISE AT 2600-3000 RPM MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: 97214 ENGINE - 7.3L DIT - GLOW PLUG START-UP ON-TIME DURING COLD TEMPERATURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 97215 DIAGNOSTIC GUIDES FOR OUT-OF-WARRANTY VEHICLES TO BE USED AS A MASTER COPY - DIAGNOSTIC GUIDES NO LONGER AVAILABLE FROM ADISTRA. *TW Bulletin Number: 97216 LEAK - OIL LEAKAT ENGINE VALLEY PAN AND/OR HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMP - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97410 TRANSMISSION- E4OD- COOLER BYPASS VALVE SERVICE DURING TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9747 FRAME- RIVET REPLACEMENT WITH BOLTS- SERVICE TIPS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9751 INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 976007 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING CYLINDER HEAD TEMPERATURE (CHT) AND FAIL SAFE COOLING. *TT Bulletin Number: 976011 CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF INTERMITTENT STALL / BUCKS / JERKS WHILE DRIVING. *TT Bulletin Number: 97618 LOW RPM- 7.3L DIT ENGINE FAILS TO START- CODE 340 STORED IN MEMORY AND/OR ENGINE FAILS TO ACHIEVE RATED SPEED FOR 2-3 MINUTES AFTER EXTENDED COLD SOAK- F-SERIES BUILT THROUGH 2/9/96 AND ALL ECONOLINES. *JD Bulletin Number: 97627 NOISE- "RATCHETING"- FRONT AXLE- 4X4- SELF-ENGAGEMENT OF AUTOMATIC HUB LOCKS- F-250 AND F-350 OVER 8500# GVW. *JD Bulletin Number: 97629 TRANSMISSION- E4OD- HARSH/DELAYED 2-3 UPSHIFTS- VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIESEL AND 49-STATE CALIBRATION- F-SERIES BUILT THROUGH 2/3/97 AND ALL 1996 E-350. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97713 NOISE- "BUZZING"- UNDERHOOD WHEN AIR SUSPENSION IS IN OPERATION. *JD Bulletin Number: 9778 HEADLAMP- HEADLAMP HOUSING MELTS- AMBULANCE AND EMERGENCY VEHICLES ONLY. *JD Bulletin Number: 9779 WIRING- AFTERMARKET WIRING ALTERATIONS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 980298 INFORMATION REGARDING THE HOTLINE SURVEY. *YC Bulletin Number: 9803000 HOTLINE CONTACT ID NUMBER ON OASIS. A NINE DIGIT CONTACT NUMBER IS ATTACHED TO THE OASIS INFORMATION WHEN A VIN AND SYMPTOM CODE IS ENTERED INTO OASIS. *YC Bulletin Number: 980307 VEHICLE STALLS/QUITS WHILE DRIVING. *AK Bulletin Number: 980310 EXPERIENCING VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *YC Bulletin Number: 980312 EXCESSIVE WHITE SMOKE. VERIFY GLOW PLUG OPERATION BY PERFORMING GLOW PLUG SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK ON THE HARD START/NO START DIAGNOSTIC SHEET. *TT Bulletin Number: 980317 SYMPTOMS REGARDING P0300-P0308 MISFIRE DTCS WITH 4.6L ENGINES. *YC Bulletin Number: 980323 CONCERNS WITH EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS. *YC Bulletin Number: 980323 DTC'S P1211/1212 ICP PRESSURE HIGHER/LOWER THAN EXPECTED. Bulletin Number: 980325 COLD ENGINE UPPER KNOCK/TICK. *YC Bulletin Number: 9810569 CONCERNS OF SQUEAKY / NOISY PITMAN ARM. *YC Bulletin Number: 98113 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO RED RUST STAINS ON THE EDGES OF THE BUMPER CENTER VENT AND FOG LAMP OPENINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811335 EXHIBITING A VIBRATION, NOISE OR GROUND OUT CONDITION WHEN TURNING OR UNDER LOAD. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811342 INFORMATION ON REMOVING THE RADIO CHASSIS FROM SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811344 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT LOOSE LUGNUTS AND / OR BROKEN WHEEL STUDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811346 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN INTERMITTENT STALL CONDITION AFTER A LONG DECELERATION WHEN USING THE M1 OR M2 GEAR ON THE E40D OR WHEN USING A LOWER GEAR WITH THE M50D FOR ENGINE BRAKING. *TT Bulletin Number: 98151 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 981512 A DIRECT REPLACEMENT PART FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY. AK Bulletin Number: 981517 INSTALL A REVISED CHILD SEAT TETHER KIT. Bulletin Number: 98158 FRONT END SHIMMY MAY OCCUR AT VARIOUS DRIVING SPEEDS AND IS USUALLY INDUCED WHEN HITTING BUMPS, SUCH AS LARGE POTHOLES OR ROUGH RAILROAD CROSSINGS. SHIMMY IS NOT ALWAYS VERIFIED DURING ROAD TEST. *AK Bulletin Number: 981610 THE SEAT BACK MAY NOT LATCH/ LOCK IN THE DESIRED POSITION AND REMAIN FOLDED FORWARD OVER THE SEAT CUSHION. YD Bulletin Number: 981612 FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE SPRING LOCK COUPLINGS. YD Bulletin Number: 981613 TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKS AT RADIATOR. YD Bulletin Number: 981617 FLOOR MAT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE SERVICE TIP. YD Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98168 INSTALLATION OF VINYL FLOOR MATS SERVICE TIP. AK Bulletin Number: 98168 TRANSMISSION- E40D/4R100-1989-99-MAIN CONTROLS, SEPARATOR PLATES AND SEPARATOR PLATE GASKETS USAGE CHART. YD Bulletin Number: 98169 STEERING -ALIGNMENT-TOE SET PROCEDURE SERVICE TIP. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982110 DURING HIGH IDLE SPEEDS THROTTLE STICKS AFTER STEADY STATE DRIVING IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982117 A NEW PARKING BRAKE CONTROL RUBBER BUMPER STOP IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98231 CONDITION WITH WATER INTRUSION INTO THE GENERIC ELECTRONIC MODULE ( GEM ) MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982312 ISSUES REGAREDING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTCS ) P0705, P0708, P1704, AND / OR P1705 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 982313 SOME VEHICLES WITH A 7.3L DIRECT INJECTION (DI) TURBO DIESEL ENGINE, ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING CONCERNS MAY BE PRESENT: ROUGH IDLE, STALLING, HESITATION/ STUMBLE, LOSS / LACK OF POWER, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, AND EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. Bulletin Number: 982314 PREMATURE WEAR OF THE BELT TENSIONER MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982512 SOME VEHICLES WITH HIGHER ODOMETER READINGS MAY EXPERIENCE A HESITATION ON ACCELERATION JUST OFF IDLE AND MISFIRE COMPLAINTS WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LALMP ( MIL ) ON. *YC Bulletin Number: 982548 BRIEF INFORMATION GIVING THE CORRECT PART NUMBER FOR TSB 98-3-12. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 982673 IF YOU ENCOUNTER A VEHICLE WITH A MISSING WHEEL HUB O-RING, DO NOT INSTALL A NEW O-RING. *YC Bulletin Number: 982740 CONCERNS WITH HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMPS ARE NOT SERVICEABLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 983070 SOMVE VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BUZZ / LOW GROWL NOISE COMING FROM THE AREA OF THE TRANSFER CASE MANUAL SHIFT LEVER. *TT Bulletin Number: 983074 CONCERNS WITH AXLE WIND-UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 983301 THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES PROCEDURES ON NEUTRALIZING THE EXHAUST, TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE MOUNTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983302 THIS BULLETIN MENTIONS HOW SOME HUB O-RINGS MAY BE CUT DURING THE INSTALLATION OF THE WHEELS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983564 EXPERIENCING A SQUEALING NOISE FROM THE FRONT BRAKES WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 983570 SOME ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT OIL LEAKAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 98413 A GRABBING CONDITION AND / OR SQUEAL NOISE FROM THE REAR BRAKES DURING FIRST FEW BRAKE APPLICATIONS AFTER RAINFALL AND / OR WHILE BRAKES ARE COLD. *TT Bulletin Number: 98419 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62,628, AND/OR 1728. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4717 VEHICLES EXHIBIT CRACKS IN DOOR SHEET METAL AT LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR BELT MOLDING. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4722 REPEAT MESSAGE, NO CHANGE- ROUGH IDLE/MISS. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4725 VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4726 REPEAT MESSAGE, NO CHANGE: HARD START/ NO START. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4734 LACK OF POWER DUE TO FAILURE OF ENGINE TURBO BOOST Bulletin Number: 98-4738 COLD ENGINE KNOCK 5.4L ACTION. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4742 VEHICLE STALLS UPON ACCELERATION. *AK Bulletin Number: 985028 INFORMATION REGARDING A NEW SERVICE PART RELEASED FOR THE LICENSE PLATE LIGHT CIRCUIT WHICH WILL REDUCE THE COSE OF REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 985029 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. *TT Bulletin Number: 985042 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 985058 SUBJECT REGARDING EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS - REPEAT MESSAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 985059 EXPERIENCING COLD ENGINE KNOCK (REPEAT / REVISED MESSAGE). *TT Bulletin Number: 985062 SUBJECT REGARDING IDLE VIBRATION (REPEAT MESSAGE). *TT Bulletin Number: 985063 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING VIBRATION AT CRUISE OVER 50 MPH. (REPEAT MESSAGE). *TT Bulletin Number: 985185 COLD START ENGINE NOISE Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9858 THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0503 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A23 A COMPREHENSIVE PULL AND DRIFT DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO ASSIST TECHNICIANS IN HELPING TO RESOLVE PULL OR DRIFT CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 985A25 A VIBRATION OR SHUDDER MAY BE FELT DURING BRAKING ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A35 THE REAR PARKING BRAKE CABLES MAY BIND AND NOT ALLOW THE REAR BRAKE SHOES TO RETURN FULLY TO THE ANCHOR PINS AFTER THE PARKING BRAKE IS APPLIED. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98611 CONCERNS WITH REDUCED POWER, STALLING, HESITATION, AND SURGE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98613 SUBJECT REGARDING COLD AIR FELT ON THE FLOOR WHILE IN HEAT MODE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9869 CONCERNS WITH HESITATION, STUMBLE, SURGE, MISS, ROUGH IDLE, STALL AT IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 98S14 SAFETY RECALL UPDATE TO REPLACE LOCKING LUG NUTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99128 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WHISTLING NOISE WHILE DRIVING WITH A/C IN THE OFF POSITION AT SPEEDS ABOVE 64 KM/H (40 MPH). *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 991313 SUBJECT REGARDING ANTI-LOCK BRAKE LAMP ILLUMINATION, INCREASED BREAK PEDAL EFFORT AND / OR FALSE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CYCLING AT LOW SPEEDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99143 SOME 4X4 VEHICLES BUILT WITH CENTER DISCONNECT FRONT AXLES MAY EXHIBIT A MOANING NOISE FROM THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL WHILE OPERATING IN 4X2 MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99164 CONCERNS WITH A HARD TO TURN IGNITION KEY AND / OR A HARD TO REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION CYLINDER. *TT Bulletin Number: 99185 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 3/15/1997 AND 12/31/1998 AND WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXPERIENCE DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0782 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99234 INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING A VEHICLE WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442 AND P0455 STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99411 VEHICLES EXPERIENCING INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT AND / OR FALSE ABS CYCLING AT LOW SPEEDS, OR ABS LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 9946 CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING AT RADIATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9946 CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING AT THE RADIATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 996034 EXPERIENCING A ENGINE KNOCK AT COLD START-UP. *TT Bulletin Number: 996042 INFORMATION ON USING 1999 PROCEDURES MANUAL FOR SIDE MIRROR REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 996113 EXPERIENCING FRONT DIFFERENTIAL NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 996128 SUBJECT REGARDING RIGHT REAR BRAKE CONCERNS UNDER INVESTIGATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 996139 CONCERNS WITH FRONT DIFFERENTIAL NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 996754 THIS ONLINE BULLETIN ADDRESSES CONCERNS WITH CRACKS IN THE DOOR SHEET METAL AT THE LOWER REAR OF THE WINDOW OPENING NEAR THE BELT MOLDING. *TT Bulletin Number: 996780 THIS ONLINE SERVICE BULLETIN INVOLVES VEHICLES EXHIBITING WINDNOISE AT THE TOP OF THE DOOR GLASS SEAL / WEATHERSTRIP MOLDING AREA. *TT Bulletin Number: 996876 INFORMATION PERTAINING TO CONDITIONS WITH RED STAINING (SPOTS) ON THE FRONT BUMPER WING ENDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9996 EXPERIENCING A DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, PRIMARILY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS COLD ON VEHICLES WITH FORD QALITY REMANUFACTURED (FQR) 4R70W TRANSMISSION EXCHANGE UNITS WITH JULIAN BUILD BETWEEN 062-97 AND 040-99. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0053970201 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E40D TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0053972301 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0056972301 SOME VEHICLES WITH AIR CONDITIONING CAN EXHIBIT A COLD START ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT NOISE (CHIRP) CONCERN. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0120970201 DIAGNOSIS WINDNOISE AT THE INNER BELT, RAISE DOOR GLASS TO FULL UP POSITION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0121970201 DRIVELINE RATTLE OVER BUMPS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0124970201 FOR CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF STALL, ROUGH IDLE, LACKS POWER, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, BACKFIRE, SURGE UNDER HEAVY ACCELERATION, LOSS IN FUEL PRESSURE UNDER ACCELERATION OF EXCESSIVE FUEL PRESSURE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0256970201 A RUNNING CHANGE FOR THE 7.3L TO ALLOW BETTER DEFINITION ON CYLINDER CONTRIBUTION TESTS IN PROCESS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0315961101 FEAD BELT SQUEAL, COLD ONLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0315970201 FEAD BELT SQUEAL, COLD ONLY. REVISED BELT RELEASED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0321961101 POP/CLUNK FROM STEERING LINKAGE OVER BUMPS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0321970201 POP/CLUNK FROM STEERING LINKAGE OVER BUMPS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0321972301 POP/CLUNK FROM STEERING LINKAGE OVER BUMPS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0325972301 SOME 5.4L FRONT END SERPETNTINE BELTS MAY MAKE SOME NOISE BETWEEN TEMPERATURES FO 30 F-50 F. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0340961127 CERTAIN 1997 VEHCILES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH THE 240 SECOND MISFIRE DELAY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0345970201 DRIVELINE CLUNK, 4.2L BACKFIRE, 4.6L LACK OF POWER, 4.6L MISFIRE/MIL LIGHT ISSUES, AND WINDNOISE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0676961025 INFORMATION WHEN ELECTRONIC/HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (EHCU) MALFUNCTIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0693961023 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0694961023 INFORMATION FOR RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND). *TT Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0697961023 WINDNOISE CONCERNS IN THE RIGHT DOOR A-PILLAR AREA OF THE SUPERCAB. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0750961017 SPADE TERMINAL BETWEEN SENDER & FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A EYELET TERMINAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0753961017 4X4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GRINDING NOISE WHILE SHIFTING INTO 4L. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0782961014 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0823961010 CONCERN OF WATER ENTRY INTO THE TRANSFER CASE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0841961008 CONCERNS OF WINDSHIELD WIPER NOT CLEANING, STREAKING OR SMEARING. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0854961007 REATTACHMENT OF HEATER HOSE FITTINGS FOR CONCERN OF NO HEAT, OVERHEAT, OR COOLANT LOSS MAY OCCUR DUE TO HEATER HOSES NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED AT THEIR QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0883961004 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0884961004 FOR MISFIRE CONCERNS ON 4.2L/4.6L/5.4L/6.8L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1012897020 WIND NOISE AT THE INNER BELT, RAISE DOOR GLASS TO FULL UP POSITION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1012997020 DRIVELINE RATTLE OVER BUMPS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1013297020 STALL, ROUGH IDLE, LACKS POWER, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, BACKFIRE, SURGE UNDER HEAVY ACCELERATION, LOSS IN FUEL PRESSURE UNDER ACCELERATION OR EXCESSIVE FUEL PRESSURE AND/OR MIL ACTIVATION WITH DTCS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1015397020 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1020097230 THE SECOND PRINTING OF THE 1997 OWNERS GUIDE STATES THAT THE VEHICLES 4X4 LONG WHEELBASE MAY HAVE A SNOWPLOW INSTALLED- THIS IS INCORRECT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1020897230 AVAILABLITY OF THE SBDS "RED DISC" WITH IMPROVMENTS TO 7.3L/E40D 2-3 SHIFT QUALITY AND ENHANCED APCM FUNTIONING HAS BEEN DELAYED TO LATE FEBRUARY FORM THE ORIGINAL JANUARY 1997 DATE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1022797230 THE NGS DISPLAYS INCORRECT DATA FOR THE IGN GEM PID ON THE VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105849705 VEHICLES WITH PREMIUM RADIOS WILL BE EQUIPPED WITH VOLUME CONTROL/ON-OFF SWITCH. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2297970501 WHEN THE AIR CLEANER IS BEING REPLACED, THE DRAIN MECHANISM ON THE BOTTOM OF THE AIR CLEANER CASE IS TO BE CLEANED OF OBSTRUCTIONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2301970501 NEW CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER WITH A REDESIGNED LIP SEAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2360970501 FOR CONCERNS OF NOISY/SQUEAKY STEERING AND DIAGNOSIS IS FOR THE PITMAN ARM, RECOMMENDED SERVICE IS TO REPLACE THE PITMAN ARM. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2363970501 THE ONLY AUTHORIZED REPAIR FOR A FRONT FRAME BUMPER MOUNTING BRACKET NEEDING REPLACEMENT IS TO REPLACE THE FRAME. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2391970501 ENGINEERING IS ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OF INTERMITTENT/UNABLE TO ADJUST MIRROR CONCERNS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3090970225 VEHICLES WITH A ROUGH RUNNING/MISS SYMPTOM WITH A MISFIRE DTC ON A PARTICULAR CYLINDER WHERE NORMAL DIAGNOSIS DOES NOT PINPOINT A CAUSE - CHECK FOR DAMAGE TO CAMSHAFT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3101970224 SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3130970221 DIESEL EXHAUST SMELL IN PASSENGER CABIN MAY BE DUE TO POOR CONNECTION AT THE INLET OR OUTLET TO/FROM THE TURBO. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3153970219 INOPERATIVE OR ERRATIC CRUISE CONTROL OPERATION ALONG WITH HARSH TRANSMISSION SHIFTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3171970217 UNEXPLAINED GLASS BREAKAGE OF THE LEFT FRONT DOOR. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3212970213 CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR INFORMATION . *TW Bulletin Number: BC3241970210 EXHAUST LEAKS OR NOISE AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE Y-PIPE AND THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3242970210 DRIVELINE CLUNKING OR GRUNTING NOISE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3279970207 CONCERNS WITH THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3287970206 THE CLUTCH MAY BE HARD TO DEPRESS DUE TO DUST/CONTAMINATION ENTERING THE SLAVE CYLINDER. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3363972301 THE NGS DISPLAYS INCORRECT DATE FOR THE ING GEM PID ON THE VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3440972301 AVAILABLITY OF THE SBDS "RED DISC" WITH IMPROVEMENTS TO 7.3L/E40D 2-3 SHIFT QUALITY AND ENHANCED APCM FUNCTIONING HAS BEEN DELAYED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3443972301 SECOND PRINTING OF THE 1997 OWNERS GUIDE STATES THAT THE VEHICLES LONG WHEELBASE MAY HAVE A SNOWPLOW INSTALLED- THIS IS INCORRECT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3510972301 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH DTC P0455 IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY ON 1997 5.4L VEHICLE APPLICATIONS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5168961001 PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING THE CONCERN OF WATER ENTRY INTO THE TRANSFER CASE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5201961001 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BPI9905 CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE RAYBESTOS ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROLLER DOES NOT WORK, WORKS INCORRECTLY, WORKS INTERMITTENTLY, PULSES THE 4-WAY FLASHERS, AND / OR INTERFERS WITH ANTILOCK BRAKES OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: TSB-14-0147 FORD/LINCOLN: SAFETY RECALL ISSUED DUE TO ONE OR BOTH FUEL TANK STRAPS FRACTURING DUE TO BEING IN HIGH CORROSION AREAS FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD AND DISLODGING FUEL TANK. MODEL 1997-99 F250, 1997-03 F150, 2004 F150 HERITAGE, 2002-2003 BLACKW Bulletin Number: TSB-14-0164 FORD/LINCOLN: SAFETY RECALL REGARDING HIGH CORROSION AREAS FOR OPERATING, FOR AN EXTENDED TIME, VEHICLES WHERE BOTH OR ONE STRAP OF FUEL TANK CAN FRACTURE, AFTER CONTACTING GROUND. MODEL 1997-99 F250 LD, 1997-03 F150, 2004 F150 HERITAGE, 1997 FORD F-250 SD Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 0038 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE SOLID PARTICLE CONTAMINANTS FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR, MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM IS NOT PROPERLY FLUSHED, FLUID IN-LINE FILTER KIT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 03211 LOSS OF POWER AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP MAY ALSO ILLUMINATE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES 128 AND 845 OR P0236 AND P0238 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 032126 MOANING NOISE DURING 1500-2000 RPM ON NEUTRAL ENGINE RUN-UP, OR WHILE DRIVING UNDER LOAD. *TT Bulletin Number: 032131 ROUGH IDLE AND ENGINE MISS DUE TO INJECTOR BORE SCUFFING AT GREEN ENGINE BREAK-IN. *TT Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 98113 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO RED RUST STAINS ON THE EDGES OF THE BUMPER CENTER VENT AND FOG LAMP OPENINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98119 CONDITIONS WITH ENGINE STALLING DURING LONG DECEL WHILE IN MANUAL 1 OR MANUAL 2 GEAR ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 98122 INFORMATION ON THE DEFROSTER PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT. Bulletin Number: 98156 EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS--VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L 0R 7.5L ENGINE. *AK Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98168 TRANSMISSION- E40D/4R100-1989-99-MAIN CONTROLS, SEPARATOR PLATES AND SEPARATOR PLATE GASKETS USAGE CHART. YD Bulletin Number: 98205 EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE AND ENGINE MISS DUE TO INJECTOR BORE SCUFFING AT GREEN ENGINE BREAK-IN. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982721 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A POPPING / SQUEAKING NOISE IN THE STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING. *YC Bulletin Number: 98414 EXPERIENCING AN ENGINE STALL CONDITION ON 1997 CALIFORNIA F SERIES 7.3L DIESEL E40D VEHICLES AFTER A LONG DECEL WHEN USING M1 GEAR FOR ENGINE BRAKING. *YC Bulletin Number: 98419 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62,628, AND/OR 1728. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 985176 SOME TRUCKS WITH E40D AND CALIFORNIA CALIBRATION 7-90P-R10/11 MAY STALL DURING LONG DECEL CONDITIONS WHILE IN MANUAL 1 OR 2 GEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 985A23 A COMPREHENSIVE PULL AND DRIFT DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO ASSIST TECHNICIANS IN HELPING TO RESOLVE PULL OR DRIFT CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 985A25 A VIBRATION OR SHUDDER MAY BE FELT DURING BRAKING ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A27 LUBRICANT LEAKING FROM REAR AXLE SEAL CONTAMINATING BRAKE SHOES. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 98810 SOME CUSTOMERS MAY REQUIRE A HEAVY DUTY 7-WAY TRAILER WIRING CONNECTOR SYSTEM WHEN THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A 4-WAY CONNECTOR. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99236 SUBJECT REGARDING 4R100 TRANSMISSION FLEXPLATE REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT 1997 FORD F-350 Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 00254 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE BUCK, SURGE, OR JERK (ALSO KNOWN AS HITCHING / HESITATION) WHILE THE SPEED CONTROL IS ACTIVE THROUGH ALL ENGINE TEMPERATURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 0038 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE SOLID PARTICLE CONTAMINANTS FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR, MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM IS NOT PROPERLY FLUSHED, FLUID IN-LINE FILTER KIT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 03211 LOSS OF POWER AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP MAY ALSO ILLUMINATE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES 128 AND 845 OR P0236 AND P0238 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 032119 AN ENGINE VIBRATION AND/OR MOANING NOISE AT 2600-3000 RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: 032120 7.3L DIT GLOW PLUG START-UP ON-TIME DURING COLD TEMPERATURE - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 032121 A HIGH NUMBER OF HIGH PRESSURE REXROTH PUMPS AND INJECTION PRESSURE REGULATORS (IPR) ARE BEING REPLACED DUE TO OIL LEAKING, WHEN ALL THAT IS REQUIRED IS A NEW GASKET OR SEAL ON EITHER THE PUMP OR IPR. *TT Bulletin Number: 032123 LOW RPM, NO START, RUNS POORLY, STALL. 7.3L DIT ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 032125 AFTERMARKET WIRING ALTERATIONS - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 032126 MOANING NOISE DURING 1500-2000 RPM ON NEUTRAL ENGINE RUN-UP, OR WHILE DRIVING UNDER LOAD. *TT Bulletin Number: 03213 A NO-START OR REDUCED POWER CONDITION MAY OCCUR INTERMITTENTLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 032131 ROUGH IDLE AND ENGINE MISS DUE TO INJECTOR BORE SCUFFING AT GREEN ENGINE BREAK-IN. *TT Bulletin Number: 032140 ENGINE BUCK, SURGE OR JERK (ALSO KNOWN AS HITCHING/HESITATION) WHILE THE SPEED CONTROL IS ACTIVE THROUGH ALL ENGINE TEMPERATURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 12113 SOME VEHICLES WITH E40D AND CALIFORNIA CALIBRATION 7-90P-R10/11 MAY STALL DURING LONG DECEL CONDITIONS WHILE IN MKANUAL 1 OR 2 GEAR. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12248 SOME HEAVY DUTY AND SUPER DUTY VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS TRANSMISSION CONCERNS, INCLUDING STALL ON TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AND / OR A BUZZ NOISE ON ENGAGEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 12905 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AXLE WIND UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A FOUR WHEEL DRIVE HI OR LOW RANGE MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 14455 OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT OR REAR CYLINDER HEAD OIL SUPPLY RAIL END PLUGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 17571 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0603 (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE KEEP ALIVE MEMORY ERROR) OR P0605 ( POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE READ ONLY MEMORY ERROR). *TT Bulletin Number: 4614 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4616 BRIEF INFORMATION VEHICLES EXHIBITING HARD START / NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4617 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING LACK OF POWER CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4625 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING A STALL ON DECELERATION CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4629 BRIEF INFORMATION CONCERN VEHICLES EXHBITING EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4633 REAR BRAKE DRAG OR EXCESSIVE WEAR ON REAR BRAKES. *TT Bulletin Number: 5046 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING A LACK OF POWER. *TT Bulletin Number: 5047 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING A HARD START / NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5250 INFORMATION ON SUPER DUTY MODELS WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5251 SOME SUPER DUTY VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIT DIESEL ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT 4X4 LIGHTS ON, 4X4 INOPERATIVE AND / OR MULTIPLE GEM CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 5254 INFORMATION ON SUPER DUTY 7.3 DIT DIESEL ENGINE VEHICLES EXHIBITI LACK OF POWER. *TT Bulletin Number: 5262 SERVICE INFORMATION FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING STALL ON DECELERATION CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 5316 SOME SUPER DUTY 7.3L E4OD AND 7.3L 4R100 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS TRANSMISSION CONCERNS, INCLUDING STALL ON TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AND / OR A BUZZ NOISE ON ENGAGEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 962213 EXHAUST - EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L OR 7.5L ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96226 AIR CONDITIONING - COMPRESSOR FAILURE - INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF REFRIGERANT OIL. *TW Bulletin Number: 962412 BRAKES - REAR PARKING BRAKE CABLE BINDS - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 8/20/96 - ALL CHASSIS CAB VEHICLES ARE EXCLUDED. *TW Bulletin Number: 962418 TRANSMISSION - E40D - REVISED DESIGN FORWARD PLANET THRUST WASHER - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96252 LOCKS - REPLACE AND/OR REPAIR ANY LOCK COMPONENT - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962621 VIBRATION- DRIVELINE RESONANCE/VIBRATION BETWEEN 1400 AND 2000 RPM WITH CONVERTER CLUTCH ENGAGED DURING MEDIUM TO HEAVY THROTTLE CONDITIONS- VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DI TURBO ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION BUILT PRIOR TO 11/13/95 (5L13) TRANSMISSION- E4 Bulletin Number: 97050110621 PART NUMBER INFORMATION FOR THE USE OF A CHILD SEAT TETHER. *TW Bulletin Number: 97090297187 SOME VEHICLES MAY STALL WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS PLACED INTO GEAR. *YC Bulletin Number: 971110972313 A NEW DESIGN TRANSMISSION CASE AND EXTENSION HOUSING HAS BEEN RELEASED. *YC Bulletin Number: 97111097238 SUBJECT ON REAR VIBRATION/SHUDDER WHEN APPLYING BRAKES. *YC Bulletin Number: 97113 AN ENGINE VIBRATION AND/OR "MOANING" NOISE AT 2600-3000 RPM MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: 97214 ENGINE - 7.3L DIT - GLOW PLUG START-UP ON-TIME DURING COLD TEMPERATURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 97215 DIAGNOSTIC GUIDES FOR OUT-OF-WARRANTY VEHICLES TO BE USED AS A MASTER COPY - DIAGNOSTIC GUIDES NO LONGER AVAILABLE FROM ADISTRA. *TW Bulletin Number: 97216 LEAK - OIL LEAKAT ENGINE VALLEY PAN AND/OR HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMP - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 97310 NOISE- "POPPING/CREAKING"- FRONT FRAME OR SUSPENSION BRACKETS- FRAME- "POPPING/CREAKING"- FASTENER REPLACEMENT. *JD Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9747 FRAME- RIVET REPLACEMENT WITH BOLTS- SERVICE TIPS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97618 LOW RPM- 7.3L DIT ENGINE FAILS TO START- CODE 340 STORED IN MEMORY AND/OR ENGINE FAILS TO ACHIEVE RATED SPEED FOR 2-3 MINUTES AFTER EXTENDED COLD SOAK- F-SERIES BUILT THROUGH 2/9/96 AND ALL ECONOLINES. *JD Bulletin Number: 97627 NOISE- "RATCHETING"- FRONT AXLE- 4X4- SELF-ENGAGEMENT OF AUTOMATIC HUB LOCKS- F-250 AND F-350 OVER 8500# GVW. *JD Bulletin Number: 97629 TRANSMISSION- E4OD- HARSH/DELAYED 2-3 UPSHIFTS- VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIESEL AND 49-STATE CALIBRATION- F-SERIES BUILT THROUGH 2/3/97 AND ALL 1996 E-350. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9778 HEADLAMP- HEADLAMP HOUSING MELTS- AMBULANCE AND EMERGENCY VEHICLES ONLY. *JD Bulletin Number: 9779 WIRING- AFTERMARKET WIRING ALTERATIONS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 980307 VEHICLE STALLS/QUITS WHILE DRIVING. *AK Bulletin Number: 980312 EXCESSIVE WHITE SMOKE. VERIFY GLOW PLUG OPERATION BY PERFORMING GLOW PLUG SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK ON THE HARD START/NO START DIAGNOSTIC SHEET. *TT Bulletin Number: 980323 CONCERNS WITH EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS. *YC Bulletin Number: 980325 COLD ENGINE UPPER KNOCK/TICK. *YC Bulletin Number: 98113 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO RED RUST STAINS ON THE EDGES OF THE BUMPER CENTER VENT AND FOG LAMP OPENINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811335 EXHIBITING A VIBRATION, NOISE OR GROUND OUT CONDITION WHEN TURNING OR UNDER LOAD. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811346 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN INTERMITTENT STALL CONDITION AFTER A LONG DECELERATION WHEN USING THE M1 OR M2 GEAR ON THE E40D OR WHEN USING A LOWER GEAR WITH THE M50D FOR ENGINE BRAKING. *TT Bulletin Number: 98115 INFORMATION REGARDING RANDOM HAIRLINE CRACKS, "STAR CRACKING" IN REAR SHEET MOLDING COMPOSITE (SMC) FENDERS - DUAL REAR VEHICLES OPERATING IN SEVERE DUTY CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98119 CONDITIONS WITH ENGINE STALLING DURING LONG DECEL WHILE IN MANUAL 1 OR MANUAL 2 GEAR ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 98122 INFORMATION ON THE DEFROSTER PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT. Bulletin Number: 98122 PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT FOR DEFROSTER. *TT Bulletin Number: 98123 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62, 628, AND / OR 1728 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 98151 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98156 EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS--VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L 0R 7.5L ENGINE. *AK Bulletin Number: 98158 FRONT END SHIMMY MAY OCCUR AT VARIOUS DRIVING SPEEDS AND IS USUALLY INDUCED WHEN HITTING BUMPS, SUCH AS LARGE POTHOLES OR ROUGH RAILROAD CROSSINGS. SHIMMY IS NOT ALWAYS VERIFIED DURING ROAD TEST. *AK Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98168 TRANSMISSION- E40D/4R100-1989-99-MAIN CONTROLS, SEPARATOR PLATES AND SEPARATOR PLATE GASKETS USAGE CHART. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 98205 EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE AND ENGINE MISS DUE TO INJECTOR BORE SCUFFING AT GREEN ENGINE BREAK-IN. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982313 SOME VEHICLES WITH A 7.3L DIRECT INJECTION (DI) TURBO DIESEL ENGINE, ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING CONCERNS MAY BE PRESENT: ROUGH IDLE, STALLING, HESITATION/ STUMBLE, LOSS / LACK OF POWER, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, AND EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. Bulletin Number: 982314 PREMATURE WEAR OF THE BELT TENSIONER MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982740 CONCERNS WITH HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMPS ARE NOT SERVICEABLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 983074 CONCERNS WITH AXLE WIND-UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983564 EXPERIENCING A SQUEALING NOISE FROM THE FRONT BRAKES WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 98413 A GRABBING CONDITION AND / OR SQUEAL NOISE FROM THE REAR BRAKES DURING FIRST FEW BRAKE APPLICATIONS AFTER RAINFALL AND / OR WHILE BRAKES ARE COLD. *TT Bulletin Number: 98414 EXPERIENCING AN ENGINE STALL CONDITION ON 1997 CALIFORNIA F SERIES 7.3L DIESEL E40D VEHICLES AFTER A LONG DECEL WHEN USING M1 GEAR FOR ENGINE BRAKING. *YC Bulletin Number: 98419 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62,628, AND/OR 1728. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4722 REPEAT MESSAGE, NO CHANGE- ROUGH IDLE/MISS. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4726 REPEAT MESSAGE, NO CHANGE: HARD START/ NO START. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4734 LACK OF POWER DUE TO FAILURE OF ENGINE TURBO BOOST Bulletin Number: 98-4742 VEHICLE STALLS UPON ACCELERATION. *AK Bulletin Number: 985042 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 985058 SUBJECT REGARDING EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS - REPEAT MESSAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 985176 SOME TRUCKS WITH E40D AND CALIFORNIA CALIBRATION 7-90P-R10/11 MAY STALL DURING LONG DECEL CONDITIONS WHILE IN MANUAL 1 OR 2 GEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A25 A VIBRATION OR SHUDDER MAY BE FELT DURING BRAKING ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A27 LUBRICANT LEAKING FROM REAR AXLE SEAL CONTAMINATING BRAKE SHOES. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A35 THE REAR PARKING BRAKE CABLES MAY BIND AND NOT ALLOW THE REAR BRAKE SHOES TO RETURN FULLY TO THE ANCHOR PINS AFTER THE PARKING BRAKE IS APPLIED. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 98810 SOME CUSTOMERS MAY REQUIRE A HEAVY DUTY 7-WAY TRAILER WIRING CONNECTOR SYSTEM WHEN THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A 4-WAY CONNECTOR. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99236 SUBJECT REGARDING 4R100 TRANSMISSION FLEXPLATE REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0053970201 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E40D TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0053972301 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0256970201 A RUNNING CHANGE FOR THE 7.3L TO ALLOW BETTER DEFINITION ON CYLINDER CONTRIBUTION TESTS IN PROCESS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0321961101 POP/CLUNK FROM STEERING LINKAGE OVER BUMPS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0321970201 POP/CLUNK FROM STEERING LINKAGE OVER BUMPS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0321972301 POP/CLUNK FROM STEERING LINKAGE OVER BUMPS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0750961017 SPADE TERMINAL BETWEEN SENDER & FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A EYELET TERMINAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0854961007 REATTACHMENT OF HEATER HOSE FITTINGS FOR CONCERN OF NO HEAT, OVERHEAT, OR COOLANT LOSS MAY OCCUR DUE TO HEATER HOSES NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED AT THEIR QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0883961004 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1015397020 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1020897230 AVAILABLITY OF THE SBDS "RED DISC" WITH IMPROVMENTS TO 7.3L/E40D 2-3 SHIFT QUALITY AND ENHANCED APCM FUNTIONING HAS BEEN DELAYED TO LATE FEBRUARY FORM THE ORIGINAL JANUARY 1997 DATE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC2301970501 NEW CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER WITH A REDESIGNED LIP SEAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3130970221 DIESEL EXHAUST SMELL IN PASSENGER CABIN MAY BE DUE TO POOR CONNECTION AT THE INLET OR OUTLET TO/FROM THE TURBO. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3171970217 UNEXPLAINED GLASS BREAKAGE OF THE LEFT FRONT DOOR. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3212970213 CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR INFORMATION . *TW Bulletin Number: BC3241970210 EXHAUST LEAKS OR NOISE AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE Y-PIPE AND THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3287970206 THE CLUTCH MAY BE HARD TO DEPRESS DUE TO DUST/CONTAMINATION ENTERING THE SLAVE CYLINDER. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3440972301 AVAILABLITY OF THE SBDS "RED DISC" WITH IMPROVEMENTS TO 7.3L/E40D 2-3 SHIFT QUALITY AND ENHANCED APCM FUNCTIONING HAS BEEN DELAYED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5201961001 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BPI9905 CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE RAYBESTOS ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROLLER DOES NOT WORK, WORKS INCORRECTLY, WORKS INTERMITTENTLY, PULSES THE 4-WAY FLASHERS, AND / OR INTERFERS WITH ANTILOCK BRAKES OPERATION. *TT 1997 FORD F-350 SD Bulletin Number: 982721 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A POPPING / SQUEAKING NOISE IN THE STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING. *YC 1997 FORD F-450 SD Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 14455 OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT OR REAR CYLINDER HEAD OIL SUPPLY RAIL END PLUGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 17571 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0603 (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE KEEP ALIVE MEMORY ERROR) OR P0605 ( POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE READ ONLY MEMORY ERROR). *TT Bulletin Number: 982740 CONCERNS WITH HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMPS ARE NOT SERVICEABLE. *YC 1997 FORD F47 Bulletin Number: 96226 AIR CONDITIONING - COMPRESSOR FAILURE - INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF REFRIGERANT OIL. *TW Bulletin Number: 97310 NOISE- "POPPING/CREAKING"- FRONT FRAME OR SUSPENSION BRACKETS- FRAME- "POPPING/CREAKING"- FASTENER REPLACEMENT. *JD Bulletin Number: 9747 FRAME- RIVET REPLACEMENT WITH BOLTS- SERVICE TIPS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT 1997 FORD F-53 Bulletin Number: 4626 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING AND O/D OFF LAMP FLASHING WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 62 / 628 / 1728. *TT Bulletin Number: 962413 SUSPENSION - FRONT OR REAR - SIDE-TOSIDE LEVELING PROCEDURES AND ATTITUDE SERVICE KITS FOR F53 RV BASIC STRIPPED CHASSIS. *TW Bulletin Number: 962414 STEERING - STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT - CLEAR VISION. *TW Bulletin Number: 962418 TRANSMISSION - E40D - REVISED DESIGN FORWARD PLANET THRUST WASHER - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 97090297187 SOME VEHICLES MAY STALL WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS PLACED INTO GEAR. *YC Bulletin Number: 97515 SPEEDOMETER- SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER INOPERATIVE/ERRATIC AND/OR HARSH TRANSMISSION SHIFTS- F-53 CLASS "A" F-SUPER DUTY MOTORHOME CHASSIS. *JD 1997 FORD F-550 SD Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 14455 OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT OR REAR CYLINDER HEAD OIL SUPPLY RAIL END PLUGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 17571 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0603 (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE KEEP ALIVE MEMORY ERROR) OR P0605 ( POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE READ ONLY MEMORY ERROR). *TT Bulletin Number: 982721 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A POPPING / SQUEAKING NOISE IN THE STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING. *YC Bulletin Number: 982740 CONCERNS WITH HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMPS ARE NOT SERVICEABLE. *YC 1997 FORD F600 Bulletin Number: 01127 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 26 INCH DIAMETER FANS MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE OVERHEAT CONDITION. *TT 1997 FORD F700 Bulletin Number: 01127 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 26 INCH DIAMETER FANS MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE OVERHEAT CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 11817 SOME MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS MAY HAVE A CONCERN WITH A WORN OR BINDING CLUTCH ROD BALL END. *TT Bulletin Number: 4709 SOME MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS MAY HAVE A CONCERN WITH A WORN OR BINDING CLUTCH ROD BALL END. *TT Bulletin Number: 962213 EXHAUST - EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L OR 7.5L ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 98156 EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS--VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L 0R 7.5L ENGINE. *AK Bulletin Number: 991311 CONDITIONS WITH POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING FROM THE BRAKE PUMP RESERVOIR AT 90 DEGREE ELBOW ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT 1997 FORD F800 Bulletin Number: 01127 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 26 INCH DIAMETER FANS MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE OVERHEAT CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 11817 SOME MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS MAY HAVE A CONCERN WITH A WORN OR BINDING CLUTCH ROD BALL END. *TT Bulletin Number: 4709 SOME MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS MAY HAVE A CONCERN WITH A WORN OR BINDING CLUTCH ROD BALL END. *TT Bulletin Number: 4751 VEHICLE EXHIBITING SIGNS OF FRONT BRAKE HOSE NOT ALIGNED PROPERLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 962213 EXHAUST - EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L OR 7.5L ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 98156 EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS--VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L 0R 7.5L ENGINE. *AK Bulletin Number: 991311 CONDITIONS WITH POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING FROM THE BRAKE PUMP RESERVOIR AT 90 DEGREE ELBOW ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT 1997 FORD F900 Bulletin Number: 991311 CONDITIONS WITH POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING FROM THE BRAKE PUMP RESERVOIR AT 90 DEGREE ELBOW ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT 1997 FORD FIESTA Bulletin Number: 12528 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HESITATION OR STUMBLE AT AROUND 2000 RPM DURING WARM UP. *TT 1997 FORD FORD Bulletin Number: 011801 SUBJECT REGARDING INADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *JG Bulletin Number: 012112 CONCERNS WITH THROTTLE STICKING AFTER STEADY STATE DRIVING IN EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES ON VEHICLES BUILT 12/21/1997 THORUGH 7/15/1999. *TT Bulletin Number: 13047 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING HIGH MILEAGE SUSPENSION PART RETURN. *TT Bulletin Number: 13458 SUBJECT REGARDING WHEEL VIBRATION DIAGNOSIS - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 5253 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXPERIENCE A DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, PRIMARILY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS COLD. *TT Bulletin Number: 7434 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT WHEEL / TIRE RELATED VIBRATION THAT IS DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE. *TT Bulletin Number: 9705013528 DISCONNECTION WITH THE AIR BAG AND CLOCKSPRING THE SHORTING BARS SHORT THESE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9705014116 NEW REAR MAIN SEAL TOOL HAS BEEN RELEASED. *YC Bulletin Number: 9705018818 INFORMATION ON OPERATING THE ENGINE'S COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE. *YC Bulletin Number: 976011 INFORMATION SBTS / NGS FUNCTIONALITY ENHANCEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 980321 INFORMATION REGARDING THE PATS KEY PROGRAMMING REGARDING PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM. *AK Bulletin Number: 982035 FOR AVAILABILITY OF MAJOR ASSEMBLIES, PLEASE REFER TO THE EXCHANGE PROGRAM GUIDE. *TT Bulletin Number: 98-3425 INFORMATION ON ON USING THE RELATIVE CAM TIMING TEST ON SBDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98-4718 ALL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM--- REPEAT MESSAGE REVISED (SYMPTOM-PATS KEY PROGRAMMING). *AK Bulletin Number: 985041 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING ALL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 985074 SOME 7.3 DIT ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A ENGINE MISS AFTER EXTENDED IDLING IN COLD TEMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 985177 SUBJECT REGARDING ALL 1996 THROUGH 1999 VEHICLES (EXCEPT ASPIRE, PROBE, AND VILLAGER) WITH EEC-V THAT REQUIRE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 9912651 WHEN USING THE NGS WITH THE 5.0 SERVICE CARD ON SOME VEHICLES, THE HELP SELECTION HAS BEEN DELETED FROM THE INITIAL SCREEN. *TT Bulletin Number: 99-4597 INFORMATION ON PROGRAMMING PCMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 996103 INFORMATION ON REVISED NGS 5.0 HELP MENU SELECTION. *TT Bulletin Number: 996765 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING HIGH MILEAGE FIELD DURABILITY ON SHOCKS, BALL JOINTS, CONTROL ARMS, SPRINGS, STA-BAR LINKS, AND STRUTS ON VEHICLES WITH MORE THAN 36K MILES IN SERVICE. IF REPLACING ONE OF THESE COMPONENTS, ENGINEERING WOULD Bulletin Number: BC0073961101 THE REAR MAIN SEAL REMOVAL TOOL LISTED IN THE SERVICE MANUAL FOR THE 3.0L 4V DURATEC AND 4.6L 4V CONTINENTAL ENGINES IS INCORRECT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0111970201 UNITS WITH CATALTYIC CONVERTER/MUFFLERS THAT OPERATE IN COLD WEATHER MAY EXHIBIT LOW POWER DUE TO A PLUGGED CATALYST. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0845961001 CLARIFIED TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFETY RECALL - RCL/96S54 (ATTACHMENT III, DEALER LETTER). *TT Bulletin Number: BC0846961001 INFORMATION ON PART NUMBER FOR THE ROTUNDA TOOL THAT IS STATED IN SAFETY RECALL RCL/96S48-RCL/96S99. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1010597020 1995 AND LATER BUILT VEHICLES DO NOT REQUIRE UNDER-DOOR WEATHER STRIPS ENEN THOUGH ATTACHING HOLES FOR THE WEATHER STRIPS MAY OR MAY NOT BE PRESENT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1014397020 IGNITION PULSE WHEEL WITH TWO CRANKSHAFT KEY SLOTS- DURATEC ENGINES USE A BLUE PAINT STRIPE- KEY SLOT WITH ORANGE STRIPE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1032597020 SPARK PLUGS MAY EXHIBIT A LOW FREQUENCY CONCERN OF AN OPEN CIRCUIT CAUSED BY AN INTERNAL CRACK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105779705 NEW CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER WITH A REDESIGNED LIP SEAL TO BE RELEASED IN 3RD QUARTER OF 1997. *TW Bulletin Number: BC1661970201 REPAIR KIT BOX 4 IS AVAILABLE TO SERVICE 93 AND NEWER VEHICLES WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY REPAIR KIT BOX 1, 2, & 3. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5200961001 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE UNEXPLAINED MIL LIGHT CODES &/OR IRREGULAR SHIFTING (A4LD). THE -12A581- (95-96) OR -12B637- (97) WIRE LOOM IS COMING INTO CONTACT W/ THE CENTER WIPER ACCESS PLATE LWR CTR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5220961001 INFORMATION ON SERVICING VEHICLES WITH FLUID LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE VENT. REVISED COVER PT# F6TZ-4033-BA. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5221961001 REVISED HOSE PART# F6HZ-9J291-A HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO REPLACE HOSE THAT SHOWS SIGNS OF DETERIORATION, CRACKS MAY APPEAR IN THE OUTER COVERING OF THE HOSE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9685961001 PARTS INFORMATION FOR REPLACING THE MAIN CONTROL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9705970201 VEHICLES WITH WATER IN THE ABS CONNECTOR (C1057), BLOW THE WATER AND/OR CORROSION OUT WITH COMPRESSED AIR. *JD 1997 FORD FORD TRUCK Bulletin Number: 4751 VEHICLE EXHIBITING SIGNS OF FRONT BRAKE HOSE NOT ALIGNED PROPERLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 982035 FOR AVAILABILITY OF MAJOR ASSEMBLIES, PLEASE REFER TO THE EXCHANGE PROGRAM GUIDE. *TT Bulletin Number: 983302 THIS BULLETIN MENTIONS HOW SOME HUB O-RINGS MAY BE CUT DURING THE INSTALLATION OF THE WHEELS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0014961101 TRUCKS WITH 7.3L ENGINES WITH HARD STARTING CONCERN AND DTC OF 340, 341 OR 344 MAY HAVE A DAMAGED CMP SENSOR. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0015961101 GLOW PLUG DIAGNOSTIC CHANGES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0141970201 VERIFY THE TRANSAXLE INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE IS THE CORRECT MODEL AND MODEL YEAR FOR THE VEHICLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0845961001 CLARIFIED TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFETY RECALL - RCL/96S54 (ATTACHMENT III, DEALER LETTER). *TT Bulletin Number: BC0846961001 INFORMATION ON PART NUMBER FOR THE ROTUNDA TOOL THAT IS STATED IN SAFETY RECALL RCL/96S48-RCL/96S99. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5200961001 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE UNEXPLAINED MIL LIGHT CODES &/OR IRREGULAR SHIFTING (A4LD). THE -12A581- (95-96) OR -12B637- (97) WIRE LOOM IS COMING INTO CONTACT W/ THE CENTER WIPER ACCESS PLATE LWR CTR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5220961001 INFORMATION ON SERVICING VEHICLES WITH FLUID LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE VENT. REVISED COVER PT# F6TZ-4033-BA. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5221961001 REVISED HOSE PART# F6HZ-9J291-A HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO REPLACE HOSE THAT SHOWS SIGNS OF DETERIORATION, CRACKS MAY APPEAR IN THE OUTER COVERING OF THE HOSE. *TT 1997 FORD F SERIES Bulletin Number: 01B77 OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT 7 REVISED INFORMATION - REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF WILDERNESS AT TIRES. *TT Bulletin Number: 02169 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE DEVELOPED FOR DIAGNOSING AND CORRECTING VEHICLE LEAN. *TT Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03261 NEW SERVICE PART - NUMBER 5 NEEDLE BEARING AND RACE KIT - 4R70W TRANSMISSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04217 GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 11675 ROUGH IDLE, MISS AND VARIOUS OTHER DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS ON VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIT ENGINE. THIS MAY BE RELATED TO INJECTOR BORE SCUFFING CAUSED BY FUEL QUALITY ISSUES. *TT Bulletin Number: 11776 SOME VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIT ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A NO START / HARD START AND / OR LONG CRANK TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: 11781 INFORMATION ON SETTING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND SETTING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0455 (EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS GROSS LEAK). *TT Bulletin Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12230 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 Number: 12261 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE FOR WARRANTY REIMBURSEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 12298 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 Number: 12556 SUBJECT REGARDING TECHNICAL HOTLINE ASSISTANCE FOR BI-FUEL VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 12564 SUBJECT REGARDING PROPER OPERATION AND INTERPRETATION OF DUAL AIR PRESSURE GAUGE READINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: 12743 EXHIBITING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC(S) PO351 AND / OR P0356 (COIL PRIMARY CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION). *TT Bulletin Number: 12744 SOME VEHICLES MAY RETREIEVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0351 AND / OR P0357 (COIL PRIMARY CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION). *TT Bulletin Number: 12767 EXHIBITING A VIBRATION THAT MAY BE INTERPRETED AS AN NVH CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 12798 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENGINES PRODUCED BY WINDSOR ENGINE PLANT MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 12890 BRIEF INFORMATION ON REMOVING THE FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE THREAD. *TT Bulletin Number: 13180 INFORMATION REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL CHART. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13285 EXPERIENCING ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13322 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13331 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENGINES PRODUCED BY WINDSOR ENGINE PLANT MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13342 VEHICLES WITH 2.4L, 4.6L, AND 5.4L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT AN A/C MOAN AT IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13832 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 Number: 14484 SOME CALIFORNIA 7.3L ENGINE EQUIPPED VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BUCK / SURGE / JERK (ALSO KNOWN AS HITCHING) DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING AT SPEEDS 40 MPH OR GREATER WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. *TT Bulletin Number: 15225 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DIFFICULT TO REMOVE WHEEL RIM CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 15355 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DI ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT FALSE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1105, P1106 (UPPER AND LOWER ALTERNATOR FAULTS). *TT Bulletin Number: 15373 SOME VEHICLES MAY RUN ROUGH AT CRUISE OR MOMENTARILY AFTER STOPPING, A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT,AND P030X CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 15397 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF OIL CONTAMINATION IN COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 15504 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DRIVEABILTY CONDITIONS AND/OR CHECK ENGINE LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0455 (GROSS LEAK DETECTED). *TT Bulletin Number: 15605 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS AND / OR CHECK ENGINE LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE P0455 (GROSS LEAK DETECTED). *TT Bulletin Number: 15708 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT WHEELS THAT SEIZE TO THE HUBS AND ARE DIFFICULT TO REMOVE DURING SERVICE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15901 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 Number: 16683 FALSE FAILURE OF THE VAPOR MANAGEMENT VALVE (VMV). *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 4658 SOME VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIT ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A NO START / HARD START AND / OR LONG CRANK TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: 4664 THIS BULLETIN STATES THAT FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO SET THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND SET DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0455 (EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS GROSS LEAK) IF A CUSTOMER REFUELS THE VEHICLE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. * Bulletin Number: 5203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 5343 THIS BULLETIN STATES THAT REPLACEMENT UNDER WARRANTY OF CERTAIN SPECIFIED COMPONENTS ON ANY 7.3L DIT DIESEL VEHICLE, REQUIRES THAT THE REPLACED COMPONENT BE RETURNED WITH THE APPROPRIATE YEAR DIESEL ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE FOR WARRANTY REIM Bulletin Number: 5892 SUBJECT REGARDING TECHINICAL HOTLINE ASSISTANCE FOR BI-FUEL VEHICLES WITH GFI ALTERNATE FUEL SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 5899 CLARIFICATION PERTAINING TO THE DUAL AIR PRESSURE GAUGE FUNCTION. *TT Bulletin Number: 6350 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENGINES PRODUCED BY WINDSOR ENGINE PLANT MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 6473 SOME MEDIUM TRUCKS PRODUCED AT KENTUCKY ASSEMBLY PLANT MAY EXHIBIT OIL LEAKING OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER. *TT Bulletin Number: 6505 BRIEF INFORMATION ON REMOVING THE FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE ON NATURAL GAS VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 6585 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIT DIESEL ENGINES MAY DEVELOP A CRACKED FLEXPLATE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6997 SOME SERVICE MANUALS MAY LIST THE INCORRECT CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR VEHICLES WITH VARIOUS ENGINE SIZES. *TT Bulletin Number: 7155 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH WINDSOR ENGINES ONLY MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE KNOCK AT INITIAL COLD STARTUP. *TT Bulletin Number: 8058 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 Number: 8058 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 Number: 962218 STARTER - STARTER DOES NOT ENGAGE AND/OR STARTER MAY CYCLE (ENGAGE-DISENGAGE-ENGAGE) WHILE CRANKING - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN FD ENGINE AND AN ALLISON MD3000 TRANSMISSION BUILT THROUGH 8/1/96, *TW Bulletin Number: 962420 LACK OF POWER - ACCELERATOR CABLE DISLODGES FROM ACCELERATOR PEDAL - VEHICLES WITH 7.0L ENGINE - VEHICLES BUILT FROM 8/1/90 THROUGH 6/3/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 962529 FEAD BELT - HIGH WEAR AND/OR COMES OFF THE DRIVE PULLEY - VEHICLES BUILT FROM 4/1/92 THROUGH 9/1/96 WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110607 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONCERNS OF THE REAR ABS LIGHT COMING ON WHEN THE IGNITION IS IN THE ON POSITION. Bulletin Number: 97050110608 VEHICLES BUILT WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS BEARING A PREFIX OF F7 MUST BE OVERHAULED OR REPLACED WITH A NEW ASSEMBLY AS NO FQR ASSEMBLIES ARE AVAILABLE. *TW Bulletin Number: 97115 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 Number: 97117 HEATER- LACK OF HEAT IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 ENGINE- COOLING SYSTEM- ENGINE DOES NOT REACH OPERATING TEMPERATURE- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97118 ENGINE- FD1060 OR FD1460- HIGH VIBRATION AT LOW ENGINE RPM- VIBRATION- HIGH- AT LOW ENGINE RPM- VEHICLES WITH FD1060 OR FD1460 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97315 NO START- STARTER WILL NOT TURN ENGINE OVER- VEHICLES WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97411 FEAD BELT- HIGH WEAR AND/OR COMES OFF OF THE DRIVE PULLEY- VEHICLES BUILT FROM 4/1/92 THROUGH 6/1/96 WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97517 ENGINE- DIESEL- FD1060 AND FD1460- WHITE SMOKE FROM EXHAUST- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97630 HARD STARTING- POSSIBLE PLUGGED CATALYTIC CONVERTER/MUFFLER (CCM)- VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 11/29/93 EQUIPPED WITH 1994 EMISSION LEVEL FD1060 OR FD1460 DIESEL ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97716 FUEL INJECTION PUMP- BOSCH- SERVICE INFORMATION FOR FD1060/1460 DIESEL ENGINES. *JD Bulletin Number: 980301 EXPERIENCING ROUGH IDLE/MISS. *AK Bulletin Number: 980302 SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCING HARD START/ NO START. *YC Bulletin Number: 980303 SYMPTOMS WITH LACK OF POWER. VERIFY ACTUAL ENGINE TURBO-BOOST AS OUTLINED ON THE DIAGNOSTIC SHEET. *AK Bulletin Number: 980304 COMPLAINTS REGARDING THE FUEL ECONOMY. *YC Bulletin Number: 980307 CONDITIONS WITH PRESSURE BEING HIGHER/LOWER THAN EXPECTED. *YC Bulletin Number: 980323 CONCERNS WITH EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9811337 SUBJECT REGARDING CHANGES TO THE MIDLINE RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811339 INFORMATION ON THE REVISED FUEL INJECTOR O-RING KIT. *TT Bulletin Number: 981511 HARD TO START VEHICLE AT COLD TEMPERATURE.*AK Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98217 EXPERIENCING FLUID ON BRAKE SHOES AND REAR AXLE SEAL LEAK. *YC Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982544 SOME MOTOR HOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXPERIENCE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS AFTER REPLACING THE TRANSMISSION CASE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982691 CONCERNS OF ENGINE CHECKLIGHT ON AND DTC P1506 ( IDLE AIR CONTROL OVER SPEED ERROR ) AND/OR FAST IDLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982733 VEHICLES WITH THE E4OD ARE ADDED TO THE FQR ( FORD QUALITY RENEWAL ) ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. *YC Bulletin Number: 983106 INFORMATION REGARDING ENGINE ASSEMBLIES BEING ADDED TO THE FQR (FORD QUALITY RENEWAL) PROGRAM. *TT Bulletin Number: 983170 CONCERNS WITH CODES P0500, P0503, P1501 OR P1503 WHICH MAY BE CAUSED MY A LOOSE SPEEDOMETER DRIVE GEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 983592 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO RADIO INOPERATIVE CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 985072 SOME VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIT ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A NO START / HARD START AND / OR LONG CRANK TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98614 THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE READING MAY BE INACCURATE. *YC Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99133 SUBJECT REGARDING INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL ISSUES, SUCH AS DASH LIGHTS FLASHING WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED. *TT Bulletin Number: 991413 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 OR FD1460 MIDRANGE DIESEL ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE A VIBRATION OR BUZZ THROUGH THE THROTTLE PEDAL. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99205 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 996130 INFORMATION ON THE IMPROVED LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD SIDE GASKETS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9983 EXPERIENCING VARIOUS INTERMITTENT CONCERNS, SUCH AS LOW COOLANT LEVEL SENSOR LEAKING COOLANT INTO WIRING HARNESS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99B29 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE ENGINE COOLANT LEAKS AT THE ENGINE FRONT COVER GASKET. OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM PROVIDING REPLACEMENT OF THE ENGINE FRONT COVER GASKET. *TT Bulletin Number: 99B29#1 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACMENT OF ENGINE FRONT COVER GASKET. **MR Bulletin Number: 99E03 EMISSION RECALL FOR VEHICLES THAT WERE BUILT WITH A FUEL FILLER-VALVE WHICH COULD LEAK WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING OPERATED WHICH CAN EXCEED EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS STANDARDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0053970201 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E40D TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0054961101 VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A 240 SECOND MISFIRE DELAY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0255970201 4X4 FRONT AXLE IS LEAKING THROUGH THE VENT TUBE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0256970201 A RUNNING CHANGE FOR THE 7.3L TO ALLOW BETTER DEFINITION ON CYLINDER CONTRIBUTION TESTS IN PROCESS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0322961101 HARD STARTING WITH DTC'S P0341, P0344. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0322970201 1600-1900 RPM MOAN/DRONE WHILE DRIVING. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0322972301 1600-1900 RPM MOAN/DRONE WHILE DRIVING. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0601961101 MANY MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS THAT ARE REPLACED/REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY AND RETURNED TO THE WPRC SHOW SIGNS OF IMPROPER/LACK OF MAINTENANCE OR MISDIAGNOSIS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0602961101 INSTRUCTIONS ON SECURING SPARE TIRE TO UNDERBODY OF VEHICLE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0604961101 NEW FUEL HOSE TO REPLACE THE HOSE USED IN THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL RETURN SYSTEM - THE CURRENT HOSE MAY SHOW SIGHN OF DETERIOATION OR CRACKS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0693961023 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0694961023 INFORMATION FOR RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND). *TT Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0750961017 SPADE TERMINAL BETWEEN SENDER & FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A EYELET TERMINAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0782961014 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0854961007 REATTACHMENT OF HEATER HOSE FITTINGS FOR CONCERN OF NO HEAT, OVERHEAT, OR COOLANT LOSS MAY OCCUR DUE TO HEATER HOSES NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED AT THEIR QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0883961004 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0884961004 FOR MISFIRE CONCERNS ON 4.2L/4.6L/5.4L/6.8L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1011097020 OVERHEATING ON 4.6/5.4L VEHICLES MAY BE CAUSED BY POSSIBLE WATER PUMP CONCERN DUE TO FREE SPINNING WATER PUMP IMPELLER. Bulletin Number: BC1017697230 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH DTC P0455 IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY ON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1018797230 DIAGNOSE THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1022497230 INOPERATIVE FLOOR MODE CONCERNS MAY BE DUE TO THE PANEL/FLOOR DOOR VACUUM ACTUATOR LINKAGE DISCONNECTING FROM THE DOOR PIVOT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1026797230 FD 1060 ENGINE HARD START OR NO START IN EXTREMELY COLD AMBIENTS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1029097020 ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT MAY OCCUR. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1029697020 FD 1060 ENGINES THE LOWER COOLANT PIPE, BASE PART NUMBER -8291- WAS CHANGED. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1033797020 CONDENSATE FORMING ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE EVAPORATOR. *JD Bulletin Number: BC2232970501 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONDITIONS THAT CAUSE THE ABS LIGHT (RABS) TO ILLUMINATE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2233970501 1997 F SERIES TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TRANSMISSIONS BEARING F7 PREFIXES DO NOT HAVE ASSEMBLIES AVAILABLE -REPAIR BY OVERHAUL OR USE NEW ASSEMBLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2308970501 NEW VOLUME CONTROL/ON-OFF SWITCH. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2312970501 NEW THROTTLE CABLE TO REDUCE VIBRATION ATTHE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2370970501 CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF POOR HEATER PERFORMANCE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3070970227 CONCERNS OF CONDENSATE FORMING ON OUTSIDE OF EVAPORATOR CASE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3071970227 DIAGNOSTICS FOR POOR HEATER PERFORMANCE CONCERNS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3172970217 CLUNK/GRUNT NOISE ON 5.4L F-SERIES 3.55 LIMITED SLIP AXLES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3230970211 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT - DTC P1450 - CHECK FOR MOLD FLASHING CAUSING A FLOW RESTRICTION IN THE 90 DEGREE ELBOW EVAP LINE COMING OUT OF THE CANNISTER ASSEMBLY AND GOING TO THE FUEL TANK . *TW Bulletin Number: BC3360972301 INOPERATIVE FLOOR MODE CONCERNS MAY BE DUE TO THE PANEL/FLOOR DOOR VACUUM ACTUATOR LINKAGE DISCONNECTING FROM THE DOOR PIVOT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3505972301 THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5201961001 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: TB-08-258 JERR-DAN: ANTI STALL FEATURE FOR FORD F SERIES LIGHT DUTY CHASSIS WITH V10 GAS ENGINE AND AN ENGINE DRIVE CLUTCH PUMP. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE 1997 FORD F SERIES (LIGHT) Bulletin Number: 12069 INFORMATION REGARDING A NEW SERVICE PART THAT HAS BEEN RELEASED FOR THE LICENSE PLATE LIGHT CIRCIUT WHICH WILL REDUCE THE COST OF REPAIR. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12227 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 Number: 15517 SUBJECT REGARDING EXAGGERATED ENGINE BRAKING ON DECELERATION. *YD Bulletin Number: 962528 BRAKES - AIR COMPRESSOR/AIR PUMP SUPPORT BRACKET BROKEN - VEHICLES WITH 7.0L ENGINE - ENGINE - 7.0L - ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT ROLL - NOISE - RATTLE - AIR BRAKE COMPRESSOR/AIR PUMP SUPPORT BRACKET CRACKED- VEHICLES WITH 7.0L ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 99-6172 INFORMATION REGARDING STEERING WHEEL LEATHER REPAIR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0602961101 INSTRUCTIONS ON SECURING SPARE TIRE TO UNDERBODY OF VEHICLE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0693961023 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0694961023 INFORMATION FOR RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND). *TT Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0750961017 SPADE TERMINAL BETWEEN SENDER & FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A EYELET TERMINAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0782961014 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0854961007 REATTACHMENT OF HEATER HOSE FITTINGS FOR CONCERN OF NO HEAT, OVERHEAT, OR COOLANT LOSS MAY OCCUR DUE TO HEATER HOSES NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED AT THEIR QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0883961004 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0884961004 FOR MISFIRE CONCERNS ON 4.2L/4.6L/5.4L/6.8L ENGINES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5201961001 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: ONP96B05 OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM 96B05 - SPARE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT FOR CERTAIN 1997 F150 TRUCKS WITH OFF-ROAD OPTION. *TW 1997 FORD F SERIES (MEDIUM) Bulletin Number: 13736 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE OIL LEAKING FROM THE SHIFT LEVER. *MJS Bulletin Number: 97218 SUSPENSION - NOISE FROM FRONT SPRING REAR HANGER - REVISED REAR SPRING HANGER INSULATOR PAD - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 6000, 7000 OR 9000 LB AXLES BUILT THROUGH 10/1/97. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0693961023 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0750961017 SPADE TERMINAL BETWEEN SENDER & FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A EYELET TERMINAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0782961014 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0854961007 REATTACHMENT OF HEATER HOSE FITTINGS FOR CONCERN OF NO HEAT, OVERHEAT, OR COOLANT LOSS MAY OCCUR DUE TO HEATER HOSES NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED AT THEIR QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0883961004 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC3236970211 FD 1060 ENGINES - NEW DESIGN STARTER MOTOR TO ALLEVIATE HARD START/NO START CONCERNS IN COLD AMBIENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5201961001 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT 1997 FORD F SUPER DUTY Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 0038 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE SOLID PARTICLE CONTAMINANTS FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR, MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM IS NOT PROPERLY FLUSHED, FLUID IN-LINE FILTER KIT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03211 LOSS OF POWER AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP MAY ALSO ILLUMINATE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES 128 AND 845 OR P0236 AND P0238 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 032120 7.3L DIT GLOW PLUG START-UP ON-TIME DURING COLD TEMPERATURE - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 032121 A HIGH NUMBER OF HIGH PRESSURE REXROTH PUMPS AND INJECTION PRESSURE REGULATORS (IPR) ARE BEING REPLACED DUE TO OIL LEAKING, WHEN ALL THAT IS REQUIRED IS A NEW GASKET OR SEAL ON EITHER THE PUMP OR IPR. *TT Bulletin Number: 032123 LOW RPM, NO START, RUNS POORLY, STALL. 7.3L DIT ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 032125 AFTERMARKET WIRING ALTERATIONS - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 03213 A NO-START OR REDUCED POWER CONDITION MAY OCCUR INTERMITTENTLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 032145 EXTERNAL OIL LEAK DIAGNOSIS FOR 7.3L DIT ENGINES. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2003 SUPER DUTY F SERIES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04266 A DRIVELINE CLUNK OR BUMP WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP. *TT Bulletin Number: 13412 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO (DTC) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE STORED IN THE GEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 15871 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT INTERFERENCE AND / OR STATIC IN THE LAND-MOBILE RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 16697 EXHAUST AIR RUSH NOISE AND LOWER POWER. *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 4614 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE / MISS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4616 BRIEF INFORMATION VEHICLES EXHIBITING HARD START / NO START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4617 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING LACK OF POWER CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4625 BRIEF INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING A STALL ON DECELERATION CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4626 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING AND O/D OFF LAMP FLASHING WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 62 / 628 / 1728. *TT Bulletin Number: 4629 BRIEF INFORMATION CONCERN VEHICLES EXHBITING EXTERNAL OIL LEAKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4633 REAR BRAKE DRAG OR EXCESSIVE WEAR ON REAR BRAKES. *TT Bulletin Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 962213 EXHAUST - EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L OR 7.5L ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962413 SUSPENSION - FRONT OR REAR - SIDE-TOSIDE LEVELING PROCEDURES AND ATTITUDE SERVICE KITS FOR F53 RV BASIC STRIPPED CHASSIS. *TW Bulletin Number: 962418 TRANSMISSION - E40D - REVISED DESIGN FORWARD PLANET THRUST WASHER - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96B95 OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM 96B95 - ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM RADIATOR REPLACEMENTON CERTAIN 1997 F SUPER DUTY MOTORHOME STRIPPED CHASSIS. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110621 PART NUMBER INFORMATION FOR THE USE OF A CHILD SEAT TETHER. *TW Bulletin Number: 971110972313 A NEW DESIGN TRANSMISSION CASE AND EXTENSION HOUSING HAS BEEN RELEASED. *YC Bulletin Number: 97214 ENGINE - 7.3L DIT - GLOW PLUG START-UP ON-TIME DURING COLD TEMPERATURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 97215 DIAGNOSTIC GUIDES FOR OUT-OF-WARRANTY VEHICLES TO BE USED AS A MASTER COPY - DIAGNOSTIC GUIDES NO LONGER AVAILABLE FROM ADISTRA. *TW Bulletin Number: 97216 LEAK - OIL LEAKAT ENGINE VALLEY PAN AND/OR HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMP - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 97310 NOISE- "POPPING/CREAKING"- FRONT FRAME OR SUSPENSION BRACKETS- FRAME- "POPPING/CREAKING"- FASTENER REPLACEMENT. *JD Bulletin Number: 9747 FRAME- RIVET REPLACEMENT WITH BOLTS- SERVICE TIPS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97617 STEERING- HIGH EFFORT DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING- F SUPER DUTY MOTORHOME CHASSIS VEHICLES BUILT FROM 7/1/93 THROUGH 8/9/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 97618 LOW RPM- 7.3L DIT ENGINE FAILS TO START- CODE 340 STORED IN MEMORY AND/OR ENGINE FAILS TO ACHIEVE RATED SPEED FOR 2-3 MINUTES AFTER EXTENDED COLD SOAK- F-SERIES BUILT THROUGH 2/9/96 AND ALL ECONOLINES. *JD Bulletin Number: 97619 FUEL PUMP- AVAILABILITY OF NEW STYLE FUEL PUMP AND SENDER- F SUPER DUTY MOTORHOME CHASSIS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9778 HEADLAMP- HEADLAMP HOUSING MELTS- AMBULANCE AND EMERGENCY VEHICLES ONLY. *JD Bulletin Number: 9779 WIRING- AFTERMARKET WIRING ALTERATIONS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 98123 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62, 628, AND / OR 1728 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 98156 EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS--VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L 0R 7.5L ENGINE. *AK Bulletin Number: 98168 TRANSMISSION- E40D/4R100-1989-99-MAIN CONTROLS, SEPARATOR PLATES AND SEPARATOR PLATE GASKETS USAGE CHART. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982119 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ERRATIC 4-3 SHIFT HUNTING WHILE ASCENDING A GRADE AND/OR NO 3-4 UPSHIFT AFTER CRESTING A GRADE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982120 STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT- VEHICLES WITH MOTORHOME CHASSIS. Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982314 PREMATURE WEAR OF THE BELT TENSIONER MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982321 SERVICE PROCEDURES AND VEHICLE ATTITUDE SERVICE KITS HAVE BEEN DEVELOPED TO ASSIST CUSTOMERS AND VEHICLE MODIFIERS WITH SIDE -TO- SIDE LEVELING CONCERNS RELATED TO WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 98419 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 62,628, AND/OR 1728. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4722 REPEAT MESSAGE, NO CHANGE- ROUGH IDLE/MISS. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4726 REPEAT MESSAGE, NO CHANGE: HARD START/ NO START. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4734 LACK OF POWER DUE TO FAILURE OF ENGINE TURBO BOOST Bulletin Number: 98-4742 VEHICLE STALLS UPON ACCELERATION. *AK Bulletin Number: 985185 COLD START ENGINE NOISE Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99236 SUBJECT REGARDING 4R100 TRANSMISSION FLEXPLATE REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0053972301 SOME 1995 AND ALL 1996 AND 1997 VEHICLES WITH E4OD TRANSMISSIONS HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REUSABLE ELASTOMERIC TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0256970201 A RUNNING CHANGE FOR THE 7.3L TO ALLOW BETTER DEFINITION ON CYLINDER CONTRIBUTION TESTS IN PROCESS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0693961023 INVESTIGATING 7.3L IRREGULAR IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0821961010 CONCERNS W/ THE SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER INDICATION PLUS TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONCERNS DUE TO FAILURE OF THE SPEEDOMETER DRIVE GEAR (E8TZ-2N598-A) LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSMISSION MOUNTED PARKING BRAKE ASSY. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0844961008 E4OD TRANS MAY EMIT A TICK/RATTLE NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT LIGHT LOADS IN 1ST GEAR AT 1100 TO 1800 RPM RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC2297970501 WHEN THE AIR CLEANER IS BEING REPLACED, THE DRAIN MECHANISM ON THE BOTTOM OF THE AIR CLEANER CASE IS TO BE CLEANED OF OBSTRUCTIONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3130970221 DIESEL EXHAUST SMELL IN PASSENGER CABIN MAY BE DUE TO POOR CONNECTION AT THE INLET OR OUTLET TO/FROM THE TURBO. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3212970213 CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR INFORMATION . *TW Bulletin Number: BC3241970210 EXHAUST LEAKS OR NOISE AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE Y-PIPE AND THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. *TW Bulletin Number: BC5166961001 CONCERNS W/ THE SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER INDICATION PLUS TRANS SHIFT CONCERNS DUE TO A FAILURE OF THE SPEEDOMETER DRIVE GEAR (E8TZ-2N598-A) LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANS MOUNTED PARKING BRAKE ASSY. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT 1997 FORD GRAND MARQUIS Bulletin Number: 12154 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PATS (SECURILOCK) EXCEPT CERTAIN MODELS NOW HAVE AVAILABILITY OF FLEET KEYS THROUGH ROTUNDA. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12178 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 Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD 1997 FORD LOUISVILLE Bulletin Number: 02169 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE DEVELOPED FOR DIAGNOSING AND CORRECTING VEHICLE LEAN. *TT Bulletin Number: 11755 SOME VEHICLES WITH THE CATERPILLAR 3306 ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT THE LOWER RADIATOR HOSE BEING DISCONNECTED FROM THE ENGINE WATER PUMP OUTLET. *TT Bulletin Number: 11800 SOME MODELS EQUIPPED WITH A 5.9L (FD1060) ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A CRACKED ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK TUBE NEAR THE ENGINE PORT. *TT Bulletin Number: 4687 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 5.9L (FD1060) ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A CRACKED ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK TUBE NEAR THE ENGINE PORT. *TT Bulletin Number: 962216 STEP PLATE - FUEL TANK STEP PLATE VIBRATES - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 10/1/96 EQUIPPED WITH 70 AND/OR 120 GALLON REAR-MOUNTED CYLINDRICAL FUEL TANKS WITH TANK-MOUNTED STEP PLATE. *TW Bulletin Number: 962527 WINDNOISE - TOP CORNERS OF DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 8/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 97010510638 THE VERTICAL EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD MAY EXHIBIT CRACKING AROUND ITS MOUNTING BOLT HOLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 97050110609 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE FD 1460 ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT REAR ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET ATTACHING BOLTS LOSSENING. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110623 NEW DESIGN FOR THE GRILL MOUNTED BUG/DIRT SCREEN TO ALLEVIATE PROBLEM OF SCREENS RUBBING ON POWER STEERING COOLER. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110624 NEW DESIGN FOR GRILL MOUNTED BUG/DIRT SCREEN TO ALLEVIATE PROBLEM OF SCREEN RUBBING AGAINST POWER STEERING COOLER. *TW Bulletin Number: 970902971813 UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, ROAD SPLASH AND SPRAY MAY BUILD UP ON THE CAB SIDE WINDOWS. *YC Bulletin Number: 970902971815 SOME VEHICLES FAN CLUTCH MAY CYCLE ON WHEN ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES, SUCH AS TURN SIGNALS, HEADLAMPS, ETC. ARE ACTIVATED. *YC Bulletin Number: 970902971816 THE FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT MAY WEAR AND/OR COME OFF ON SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DETROIT DIESEL ENGINE AND AIR CONDITIONING. *YC Bulletin Number: 970902971817 SOME ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED DIESEL ENGINES CAN BE MODIFIED TO INCREASE ENGINE OUTPUT BY ALTERING THE ORIGINAL ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 97117 HEATER- LACK OF HEAT IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 ENGINE- COOLING SYSTEM- ENGINE DOES NOT REACH OPERATING TEMPERATURE- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97119 NOISE- AIR LEAK FROM BEHIND INSTRUMENT- PANEL- VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 10/21/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 97217 DOORS - BATTERY ACCESS DOORS MAY COME LOOSE - NEW PART AVAILABILITY - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 9-96. *TW Bulletin Number: 97412 COOLING SYSTEM- ENGINE COOLING FAN CRACKS AT CENTER HUB. *JD Bulletin Number: 97517 ENGINE- DIESEL- FD1060 AND FD1460- WHITE SMOKE FROM EXHAUST- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97518 FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT (FEAD)- FEAD BELT MAY WEAR AND/OR COME OFF- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1460 ENGINE BUILT THROUGH 12/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 97630 HARD STARTING- POSSIBLE PLUGGED CATALYTIC CONVERTER/MUFFLER (CCM)- VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 11/29/93 EQUIPPED WITH 1994 EMISSION LEVEL FD1060 OR FD1460 DIESEL ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97715 SUN VISOR- OPTIONAL ROOF-MOUNTED SUN VISOR VIBRATES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97716 FUEL INJECTION PUMP- BOSCH- SERVICE INFORMATION FOR FD1060/1460 DIESEL ENGINES. *JD Bulletin Number: 97717 WIRING- WIRE HARNESS GROUND- INTERMITTENT OR OPEN. *JD Bulletin Number: 9811333 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONDITIONS ON THE HOOD SPRING CONTACTING THE HOOD CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE HOOD AND / OR INSULATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811468 SOME MODELS WITH CAT C10/C12 ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE ENGINE FRONT COVER, NEAR THE FAN HUB PULLEY SUPPORT MOUNTING CONTAC STUDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 98157 FRONT ENGINE COVER CRACKS. YD Bulletin Number: 98201 INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL ISSUES, SUCH AS DASH LIGHTS FLASHING WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98202 THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX COVER IS NOW AVAILABLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982022 DELCO-REMY HAS MADE AVAILABLE A REVISED GENERATOR FOR SERVICE. *YC Bulletin Number: 982023 HINGES AND HINGE SPRINGS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE FOR THE OPTIONAL READY LINE ACCESS DOOR, BUTTERFLY DOORS OR TRANSVERSE ACCESS DOORS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982115 A NEW SERVICE PARTS RELEASED. *YC Bulletin Number: 982116 THE LOWER RADITTOR HOSE IS BEING PULLED OFF AT THE ENGINE WATER PUMP ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982118 A NOISE HEARD DURING DRIVELINE TORQUE. Bulletin Number: 982323 THE MESSAGE CENTER MAY DISPLAY FALSE INFORMATION / ERRORS FROMTHE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ( ABS). *YC Bulletin Number: 98237 SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCE HEATER SUPPLY TUBES THAT MAY CRACK AND/ OR LEAK COOLANT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98243 CONCERNS REGARDING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL PLATE CRACKS AT PARKING BRAKE VALVE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982520 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRAME-MOUNTED VERTICAL MUFFLER SUPPORTS MAY EXHIBIT A CRACK ALONG THE PIPE BEND. *YC Bulletin Number: 98257 CONCERNS WITH THE FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT ( FEAD )-FEAD BELT MAY WEAR AND/OR COME OFF. *YC Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 98424 CONDITION WITH TIRES BEING LOWER THAN EXPECTED TIRE LIFE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98425 DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATIN AND WIRING SCHEMATICS FOR BOTH THE HORTON AND KYSOR ENGINE COOLING FAN CLUTCHES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98518 THE OIL LEVEL INDICATOR MAY BE DIFFICULT TO INSTALL AND/OR WHEN INSTALLED MAY CONTACT THE CRAKSHAFT ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98711 INFORMATION ON AVAILABILITY OF REVISED COOLANT LEVEL SENSOR. *YC Bulletin Number: 99102 INFORMATION REGARDING HIGH FLOOR HEAT DURING IDLE WITH PTO IN OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99205 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 9944 PROCEDURES ON REPAIRING BROKEN RADIATOR COOLANT SUPPLY TANK VENT HOSE NIPPLES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0191970201 VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEVERAL MEGAFUSES ARE USED. NOW HAS A NEW PLASTIC COVER. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0193970201 REVISED FAN ASSEMBLIES FOR PREMIUM DIESEL ENGINES ARE NOW AVAILABLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0200970201 DASH MOUNTED AIR VALVE ASSEMBLIES, BASE PART #4484, MAY LEAK AIR. NEW VALVE PART. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0205970201 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE CUMMINS ELECTRONIC ENGINE THE TACHOMETER MAY BE INOPERATIVE OR ERRATIC. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0323961101 TACHOMETER INOPERATIVE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0323970201 TACHOMETER INOPERATIVE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0323972301 TACHOMETER INOPERATIVE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0480961113 REPLACEMENT LEVELING VALVE EXTENTION ROD FOR HENDRICKSON AIR-RIDE SUSPENSION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0756961017 INFORMATION WHEN TROUBLESHOOTING THE SPEEDOMETER & TACHOMETER. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0831961009 BATTERY ACCESS PANEL MAY BECOME LOOSE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0840961008 COOLANT TEMP GAUGE MAY READ ON THE HIGH OR HOT SIDE OF NORMAL, CAUSED BY LOCATION OF COOLANT TEMP SENSOR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1009097020 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE CUMMINS ELECTRONIC ENGINE THE TACHOMETER MAY BE INOPEATIVE OR ERRATIC. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1018797230 DIAGNOSE THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1022997230 IF ONE OF THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS IS REPROTED ON A VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH AN ELECTRONIC ENGINE PLEASE CONTACT FORD HEAVY TRUCKS: INTERMITTENT SPEEDOMETER OR SPEED CONTROL FUNCTIONS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1023097230 POOR OR INADEQUATE CAB HEAT ON VEHICLES WITH FD 1060 MAY BE DUE TO MISROUTED HEATER SYSTEM COMPONENTS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1026897020 THE DIPSTICK RUBBING AGAINST THE ENGINE CRANKSHAFT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1031997020 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE HENDRICKSON AIR SUSPENSION, IT MAY BE DIFFICULT TO MAINTAIN THE CORRECT VEHICLE RIDE HEIGHT DUE TO THE CURRENT MOUNTING OF THE AIR LEVELING VALVE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC2234970501 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT REAR ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET ATTATCHING BOLTS LOOSENING. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2394970501 THE AIR OPERATED COOLING FAN MAYU RUN CONTINUOUSLY IF THE ENGINE ECM FAN CONTROL PARAMETERS ARE SET INCORRECTLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2444970501 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS M-11 AND N-14 SELECT PLUS ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT THE AIR OPERATED COOLING FAN RUNNING CONTINUOUSLY IF THE ENGINE ECM FAN CONTROL PARAMETERS ARE SET INCORRECTLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3093970225 A/C COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT OR ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT ROLLING OFF DRIVE PULLEYS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3157970219 FEAD BELT MAY OR ROLL OFF - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD 1460 ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3163970218 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HENDRICKSON HAS SUSPENSION - MAY BE DIFFICULT TO MAINTAIN CORRECT VEHICLE RIDE HEIGHT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3200970214 A SCRAPING NOISE MAY BE HEARD FROM THE LOWER CAB TO SLEEPER CONNECTION POINT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3202970214 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER STEERING AND A BUG/DIRT SCREEN - THE SCREEN MAY CONTACT THE POWER STEERING COOLER ON THE PASSENGER SIDE CAUSING A NOISE CONCERN AND OVER TIME, MAY WEAR A HOLE IN THE POWER STEERING COOLER, RESULTING IN A FLUID L Bulletin Number: BC3222970212 CONCERN WITH LOWER ROOF AIR DEFLECTOR SUPPORT BRACKETS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3223970212 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DETROIT DIESEL ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONCERN WITH ENGINE WARNING LAMPS COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3235970211 FD 1060 ENGINES - DIPSTICK RUBBING AGAINST CRANKSHAFT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3244970210 FD 1460 ENGINES - NON-FUNCTIONING AIR INTAKE HEATERS - ENSURE THAT THE DIAGNOSTIC SWITCH IS IN OFF POSITION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3275970207 INOPERATIVE HORN OR HORN OPERATES EVEN THOUGH NOT PUSHED. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3278970207 AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR BELT MAY COME OFF DRIVE PULLY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3350972301 ENGINE DERATE (REDUCTION IN ENGINE-POWER) POSSIBLY INTERMITTENT- INTERMITTEN SPEEDOMETER OR SPEED CONTROL FUNCTION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3351972301 POOR OR INADEQUATE CAB HEAT ON VEHICLE WITH FD 1060, MAY BE DUE TO MISROUTED HEATER SYSTEM COMPONENTS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3505972301 THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5189961001 INFORMATION ON TROUBLESHOOTING THE SPEEDOMETER & TACHOMETER. *TT 1997 FORD L SERIES Bulletin Number: 02169 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE DEVELOPED FOR DIAGNOSING AND CORRECTING VEHICLE LEAN. *TT Bulletin Number: 12116 INFORMATION ON SERVICING THE AIR CLEANER ELEMENT ON ALL 1995- 1996-1997 L-SERIES EQUIPPED WITH CAT 3306 ENGINES. *MJS Bulletin Number: 962217 ENGINE - WILL NOT ACCELERATE ABOVE IDLE SPEED - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS M11, N14 OR DETROIT DIESEL SERIES 60 ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: 962218 STARTER - STARTER DOES NOT ENGAGE AND/OR STARTER MAY CYCLE (ENGAGE-DISENGAGE-ENGAGE) WHILE CRANKING - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN FD ENGINE AND AN ALLISON MD3000 TRANSMISSION BUILT THROUGH 8/1/96, *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 970902971817 SOME ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED DIESEL ENGINES CAN BE MODIFIED TO INCREASE ENGINE OUTPUT BY ALTERING THE ORIGINAL ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 97115 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 Number: 97117 HEATER- LACK OF HEAT IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 ENGINE- COOLING SYSTEM- ENGINE DOES NOT REACH OPERATING TEMPERATURE- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97118 ENGINE- FD1060 OR FD1460- HIGH VIBRATION AT LOW ENGINE RPM- VIBRATION- HIGH- AT LOW ENGINE RPM- VEHICLES WITH FD1060 OR FD1460 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97315 NO START- STARTER WILL NOT TURN ENGINE OVER- VEHICLES WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97411 FEAD BELT- HIGH WEAR AND/OR COMES OFF OF THE DRIVE PULLEY- VEHICLES BUILT FROM 4/1/92 THROUGH 6/1/96 WITH FD1060 ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97412 COOLING SYSTEM- ENGINE COOLING FAN CRACKS AT CENTER HUB. *JD Bulletin Number: 97517 ENGINE- DIESEL- FD1060 AND FD1460- WHITE SMOKE FROM EXHAUST- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97630 HARD STARTING- POSSIBLE PLUGGED CATALYTIC CONVERTER/MUFFLER (CCM)- VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 11/29/93 EQUIPPED WITH 1994 EMISSION LEVEL FD1060 OR FD1460 DIESEL ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 97716 FUEL INJECTION PUMP- BOSCH- SERVICE INFORMATION FOR FD1060/1460 DIESEL ENGINES. *JD Bulletin Number: 98214 CONCERNS OF AIR CLEANER COVER MAY RUB A HOLE IN THE HOOD AT THE FRONT EDGE OF THE AIR CLEANER INLET " WAGON WHEEL " ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 991413 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 OR FD1460 MIDRANGE DIESEL ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE A VIBRATION OR BUZZ THROUGH THE THROTTLE PEDAL. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99205 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0018961101 ON L SERIES EQUIPPED WITH CUSH-N-AIR SEATS, THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE A SIDE TO SIDE MOVEMENT OR WOBBLE OF THE SEAT DUE TO INADEQUATE WELDS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0193970201 REVISED FAN ASSEMBLIES FOR PREMIUM DIESEL ENGINES ARE NOW AVAILABLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0465961115 DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE A SIDE TO SIDE MOVEMENT OR WOBBLE OF THE SEAT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0480961113 REPLACEMENT LEVELING VALVE EXTENTION ROD FOR HENDRICKSON AIR-RIDE SUSPENSION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0601961101 MANY MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS THAT ARE REPLACED/REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY AND RETURNED TO THE WPRC SHOW SIGNS OF IMPROPER/LACK OF MAINTENANCE OR MISDIAGNOSIS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0604961101 NEW FUEL HOSE TO REPLACE THE HOSE USED IN THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL RETURN SYSTEM - THE CURRENT HOSE MAY SHOW SIGHN OF DETERIOATION OR CRACKS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0813961011 THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR &/OR IDLE VALIDATION SWITCH FAILS, IN MAY GENERATE ECM SERVICE CODES OR DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS. A REVISED ONE PIECE SENSOR & SWITCH IS NOW AVAILABLE. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1018797230 DIAGNOSE THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD Bulletin Number: BC2312970501 NEW THROTTLE CABLE TO REDUCE VIBRATION ATTHE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3201970214 HENDRICKSON AIR RIDE SUSPENSION WITH TRANSVERSE MOUNTED TORQUE RODS- THE FLAT WASHERS USED ON THE ROD TO AXLE ATTATCHING BOLT MAY DEFORM. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3236970211 FD 1060 ENGINES - NEW DESIGN STARTER MOTOR TO ALLEVIATE HARD START/NO START CONCERNS IN COLD AMBIENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3505972301 THE FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID ON THE P-7100 PUMP. *JD 1997 FORD L SERIES (HEAVY) Bulletin Number: BC0813961011 THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR &/OR IDLE VALIDATION SWITCH FAILS, IN MAY GENERATE ECM SERVICE CODES OR DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS. A REVISED ONE PIECE SENSOR & SWITCH IS NOW AVAILABLE. *TT 1997 FORD LTD Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9666961001 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 1997 FORD MOTOR HOME Bulletin Number: 16683 FALSE FAILURE OF THE VAPOR MANAGEMENT VALVE (VMV). *TT *JB 1997 FORD MOUNTAINEER Bulletin Number: 00M11 INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT SWAY BAR LINK . *YH Bulletin Number: 13745 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONDITION OF NO 4 X 4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4 X 4 LOW RANGE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13752 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION SEAL. *MJS Bulletin Number: 7918 FRONT AXLE PINION LIL SEAL LEAKS. Bulletin Number: 981617 FLOOR MAT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE SERVICE TIP. YD Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98165 EVAPORATOR CORE FAILED, CAUSING THE AIR CONDITIONER TO DRIP ON TO PASSENGER FLOOR. YD Bulletin Number: RCDNN-00V402-817 This recall action involves replacement of the front stabilizer bar links in certain 1995 through 1997 model year Explorer and Mountaineer vehicles. Under certain conditions, predominantly in cold weather areas, a front stabilizer bar 1997 FORD MUSTANG Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00212 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HOOD THAT IS HARD TO CLOSE. *JB Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 00241 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION THAT MAY BE HEARD OF FELT AT THE CLUTCH PEDAL BETWEEN IDLE AND 2300 RPM, AND GOES AWAY WHEN DEPRESSING THE CLUTCH AT LEAST 25MM. *TT Bulletin Number: 00S37S1 SUBJECT REGARDING PARKING BRAKE CONTROL ASSEMBLY MODIFICATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 01235 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE T45 MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF BEING STUCK IN REVERSE, DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE OR MAY POP OUT OF REVERSE. *TT Bulletin Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0147 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT Bulletin Number: 0162 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) MAY NOT START OR CRANK. *TT Bulletin Number: 0214 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 Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02208 CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH Bulletin Number: 0222 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTAKE MANIFOLD CROSSOVER (FIRST RUNNER) COOLANT SEEPAGE CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 02221 ENGINE-GEAR DRIVEN SYNCHRONIZERS-INCORRECT INSTALLATION-CAMSHAFT POSITION SYNCHRONIZER (CMP) INSTALLATION TOOL CORRECT APPLICATION. *MJ Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03261 NEW SERVICE PART - NUMBER 5 NEEDLE BEARING AND RACE KIT - 4R70W TRANSMISSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 05N04 EXTENDED COVERAGE PROGRAM 05N04 - EXTENDED COVERAGE FOR COMPOSITE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THIS PROGRAM IS BEING PROVIDED AS A SETTLEMENT TO A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT. THE TERMS OF THE SETTLEMENT EXTEND THE COVERAGE OF THE ALL-COMPOSITE INTAKE MANIF Bulletin Number: 07212 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 Number: 11530 WHEN DIAGNOSING CRANK / NO START ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT (PATS) CHECK THE CUSTOMERS KEY RING FOR ANY MAGNETIC OBJECTS LIKE THE MOBILE SPEEDPASS KEY WHICH MAY AFFECT THE SIGNAL TRANSMISSION BETWEEN THE PATS KEY A Bulletin Number: 11804 SUBJECT REGARDING THE SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE ON COUPES WITH THE MACH 460 AUDIO SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 12073 VEHICLES WITH FEDERAL EMISSION EQUIPPED 1998, MAY EXHIBIT A FUEL SMELL IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AT TIMES. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12154 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PATS (SECURILOCK) EXCEPT CERTAIN MODELS NOW HAVE AVAILABILITY OF FLEET KEYS THROUGH ROTUNDA. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12178 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 Number: 12195 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DRIVER AND / OR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WINDOW THAT TRAVELS BEYOND THE UPSTOP AND EXITS THE GLASS RUN. *TT Bulletin Number: 12298 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 Number: 12523 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ACCOMPANIED WITH OBD-II CODE P0340 SET IN THE PCM MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 12725 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE FROM SUSTAINED HIGH SPEED OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 12742 SOME VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION EQUIPPED CONVERTIBLES MAY EXHIBIT A BODY VIBRATION / SHAKE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12771 SOME VEHICLES WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A FEAD BELT CONCERN (FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE). *TT Bulletin Number: 12899 INFORMATION ON POWER SEAT SWITCH REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 13061 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT TOSS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13180 INFORMATION REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL CHART. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13186 INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT COVER & WATER PUMP BOLTS-TORQUE VALVE REVISION/3.8-4.2L. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13240 INFORMATION REGARDING VIBRATION/EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13428 SOME CONVERTIBLES MAY EXHIBIT A RATTLE NOISE FROMTHE DOOR WEDGE WHEN DRIVING ON ROUGH ROADS. *TT Bulletin Number: 14149 INFORMATION ON CASTER ADJUSTMENT WHEN PERFORMING A FRONT END ALIGNMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 14520 INFORMATION PERTAINING TO 4.6L 4V PULLEY INSTRUCTIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 14520 SUBJECT REGARDING INSTALLATION OF CRANKSHAFT PULLEY TORQUE SPECIFICATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 15067 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A POWERTRAIN NOISE DESCRIBED AS A BRIEF ROAR, HOOT OR GROAN BETWEN 2500 - 3500 RPM WHEN THE CLUTCH PEDAL IS HALF WAY DOWN, DURING SHIFTING OR WHEN DEPRESSING AND RELEASING THE CL Bulletin Number: 15158 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FEAD BELT JUMP-OFF TOSS. *YH Bulletin Number: 15178 SOME VEHICLES EXHIBIT THE DOOR GLASS POPPING OFF TRACK. *YH Bulletin Number: 15205 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE DOOR GLASS COMING OFF OF THE WINDOW TRACK. *TT Bulletin Number: 15702 SUBJECT REGARDING SPEED CONTROL LAMP. *TT Bulletin Number: 17868 INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER OR CRANK NO START - POSSIBLE PATS LAMP FLASHING AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) U1147 AND/OR U1262. *TT Bulletin Number: 4608 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE PASSENGER AND / OR DRIVER SIDE FRONT WINDOW(S) THAT DO NOT ROLL PROPERLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 4696 SUBJECT REGARDING THE SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE ON COUPES WITH THE MACH 460 AUDIO SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 5031 SOME VEHICLES AND CERTAIN FEDERAL EMISSION EQUIPPED VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FUEL SMELL IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AT TIMES. *TT Bulletin Number: 5203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 5240 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DRIVER AND / OR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WINDOW THAT TRAVELS BEYOND THE UPSTOP AND EXITS THE GLASS RUN. *TT Bulletin Number: 5847 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ACCOMPANIED WITH OBD-II CODE P0340 SET IN THE PCM MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 6242 EXPERIENCING A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6314 SOME VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A FED BELT CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 6512 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT SOME NORMAL SERVICE CONCERNS WITH POWER SEAT OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 6996 INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE IN THE TORQUE VALUES OF THE ENGINE FRONT COVER WATER PUMP BOLTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 6997 SOME SERVICE MANUALS MAY LIST THE INCORRECT CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR VEHICLES WITH VARIOUS ENGINE SIZES. *TT Bulletin Number: 7854 ABS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES(DTCS) CAN ONLY BE RETRIEVED USING SUPER STARII TESTER OR THE FLASH OUT PROCEDURE BY GROUNDING OUT DIAGNOSTIC CIRCUIT AT TEST CONNECTOR. Bulletin Number: 8485 INFORMATION REGARDING FREE FLOOR MAT EXCHANGE. **MR Bulletin Number: 870197 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 Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96226 AIR CONDITIONING - COMPRESSOR FAILURE - INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF REFRIGERANT OIL. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96253 INTERIOR TRIM - CENTER CONSOLE - AVAILABILITY OF GAP HIDER FOR CENTER CONSOLE - VEHICLES BUILT FROM 6/1/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96268 BLOWER MOTOR - INTERMITTENT OR INOPERATIVE - TEMPERATURES AT OR BELOW 0 DEGREES C (32 DEGREES F). *TW Bulletin Number: 97111097234 VEHICLES EXHIBITING A "SQUEAKING" OR "CHIRPING" FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW BLOWER MOTOR SPEEDS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9751 INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97610 BLOWER MOTOR- "CHIRPING" OR "SQUEAKING" FROM BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW SPEEDS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9773 VIBRATION- SHUDDER OR VIBRATION UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35 MPH) WHILE IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AODE OR 4R70W TRANSMISSION. *JD Bulletin Number: 97M91 INFORMATION REGARDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE FOR INTAKE MANIFOLD MALFUNCTIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 980308 VEHICLES WITH T45 MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS MAY JUMP OUT OF GEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 98110 SUBJECT REGARDING PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982018 THE FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE ( FEAD ) BELT MAY BECOME BROKEN OR FRAYED AND / OR DETACH FROM ( OR ROLL OFF OF) THE ENGINE. *YC Bulletin Number: 98222 EXPERIENCING VIBRATION/ NOISE FELT IN CLUTCH PEDAL WHEN LIGHTLY TOUCHING CLUTCH PEDAL. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98241 DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS ON PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM ( PATS ). *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982464 CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES WITH A T-45 TRANSMISSION MAY SHIFT FROM 4TH TO NEUTRAL WHEN THE CLUTCH IS RELEASED. *YC Bulletin Number: 98253 CONCERNS WITH THE FRONT WINDOW MAY TRAVEL BEYOND THE UPSTOP AND EXIT THE GLASS RUN ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 982734 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT PARTIAL OR NO OPERATION OF THE POWER SEAT WHEN USING THE SEAT SWITCH. *YC Bulletin Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 983107 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING ENGINES BEING ADDED TO THE FQR (FORD QUALITY RENEWAL) ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. *TT Bulletin Number: 983108 EFFECTIVE MARCH 2, 1998M3.8L ENGINE ASSEMBLY IS ADDED TO FQR(FORD QUALITY RENEWAL) ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. *AK Bulletin Number: 983294 SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF SHIFT LEVER VIBRATION WHILE DRIVING IN 3RD GEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 983566 INFORMATION ON PROGRAMMING / DIAGNOSING ANY PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) RELATED ISSUES. *TT Bulletin Number: 983566 INFORMATION REGARDING PROGRAMMING / DIAGNOSING PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) RELATED ISSUES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9874 A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9887 EXPERIENCING A TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SHUDDER OR VIBRATION. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 99101 CONCERNS WITH ROAD NOISE MAY BE HEARD FROM THE REAR WHEEL AREA AS WELL AS DUST INTRUSION INTO THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT AND / OR EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9912717 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VIBRATION / SHAKE WHEN DRIVEN ON SMOOTH ROADS AT SPPED AROUND 62 MPH / 100 KPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99131 CONCERNS WITH ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9913125 SONE POLICE VEHICLES AND OTHER VEHICLES WITH 4R70W MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE FROM SUSTAINED HIGH SPEED OPERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99185 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 3/15/1997 AND 12/31/1998 AND WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXPERIENCE DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0782 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99195 SERVICE INFORMATION FOR MUSTY AND MILDEW TYPE ODORS COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING / HEATING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99207 SUBJECT ON ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO THE ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99225 CONCERNS WITH THE CONVERTIBLE TOP BOOT MAY FIT IMPROPERLY OR BE DIFFICULT TO INSTALL ON SOME VEHICLES DUE TO THE TOP NOT FOLDING DOWN ALL THE WAY INTO THE WELL. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 9946 CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING AT RADIATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9946 CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING AT THE RADIATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 996795 SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.6L ENGINE REGARDLESS OF TRANSMISSION, MAY EXHIBIT A (FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT- BELT NOISE, DAMAGE, AND / OR BELT COMES OFF). *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9996 EXPERIENCING A DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, PRIMARILY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS COLD ON VEHICLES WITH FORD QALITY REMANUFACTURED (FQR) 4R70W TRANSMISSION EXCHANGE UNITS WITH JULIAN BUILD BETWEEN 062-97 AND 040-99. *TT Bulletin Number: 99B29 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE ENGINE COOLANT LEAKS AT THE ENGINE FRONT COVER GASKET. OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM PROVIDING REPLACEMENT OF THE ENGINE FRONT COVER GASKET. *TT Bulletin Number: 99B29#1 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACMENT OF ENGINE FRONT COVER GASKET. **MR Bulletin Number: BC0040970201 CURRENTLY INVESTIGATING CRUISE CONTROL SERVO ISSUES AND WOULD LIKE YOUR FEEDBACK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0079961101 THE ABS SENSOR RESISTANCE READINGS PROVIDED IN THE 1997 MUSTANG SERVICE MANUAL ARE INCORRECT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0250970201 ABS SENSOR RESISTANCE READINGS PROVIDED IN THE 1997 MUSTANG SERVICE MANUAL ARE INCORRECT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0314961101 SERPENTINE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT ROLL-OFF OR LOSS OF ALIGNMENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0351961126 FORD IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ON OIL LEAK AT THE REAR CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0351970201 ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE REAR CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0351972301 AN ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE REAR CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0407961115 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING DIAGNOSED FAILED PARTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0490961112 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING DIAGNOSED FAILED COMPONENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0810961011 VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AODE OR 4R70W TRANS HAS A CONCERN OF SHUDDER FROM THE TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR OR DURING 3-4 SHIFT. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1015697020 CRUISE CONTROL SERVO ISSUES AND WOULD LIKE FEEDBACK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1024497230 THE PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM IS NOW STANDARD ON ALL 1997 MUSTANGS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1025097230 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1031397020 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 8/15/96 AND 11/4/96 MAY EXPERIENCE A CONCERN WITH THE COOLING FAN TO THE ELECTRIC MOTOR RETAINER COMING LOOSE OR SEPARTING. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105879705 INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADJUSTING THE CASTER WHEN PERFORMING A FRONT END ALIGNMENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC105949705 VEHICLES MAY ENCOUNTER DIFFICULTY GETTING THE SHIFT LEVER INTO GEAR WHEN THE CLUTCH DISC IS HOT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2292970501 INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO ADJUST THE CASTER WHEN PERFORMING A FRONT END ALIGNMENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2299970501 VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 3/1/97 MAY ENCOUNTER DIFFICULTY GETTING THE SHIFT LEVER INTO GEAR WHEN THE CLUTCH DISC IS HOT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2392970501 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A T-45 TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A SECOND GEAR TO NEUTRAL MOVEMENT CONDITION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3133970221 CONCERN OF COOLING FAN TO ELECTRIC MOTOR COMING LOOSE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3221970212 VIBRATION/NOISE FROM THE CLUTCH PEDAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3272970207 VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) - VEHICLE WILL NOT START WITHOUT THE CORRECT IGNITION KEY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3286970206 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM NOW STANDARD ON ALL MUSTANGS - THE UNDERHOOD SWITCH FOR THE ACTIVE ALARM SYSTEM WAS ELIMINATED (INCORRECTLY INCLUDED IN 1997 MUSTANG SERVICE MANUAL). *TW Bulletin Number: BC3288970206 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A COLD START ENGINE FEAD BELT CHIRP NOISE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9690961001 VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ A MANUAL TRANS, THE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT MAY COME OFF OF THE PULLEYS UNDER HIGH RPM CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9714961101 DIAGNOSTIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICING EVAPORATIVE EMISSION PURGE FLOW SYSTEM. *TW 1997 FORD MUSTANG COBRA Bulletin Number: 11504 SOME VEHICLES WITH A T-45 TRANSMISSION MAY SHIFT FROM 4TH TO NEUTRAL (POP OUT) WHEN THE CLUTCH IS RELEASED. *TT Bulletin Number: 13302 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO CRANK CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 13950 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT THAT HAS BECOME BROKEN OR FRAYED AND / OR DETACH FROM THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13950 SOME VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION OR WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT THAT HAS BECOME BROKEN OR FRAYED AND / OR DETACH FROM THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15901 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 Number: 7236 EXPERIENCING A NO CRANK CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 8106 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO CRANK CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 8278 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT THAT HAS BECOME BROKEN OR FRAYED AND / OR DETACH FROM THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 8278 SOME VEHICLES WITH MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT THAT HAS BECOME BROKEN OR FRAYED AND / OR DETACHED FROM THE ENGINE. *TT 1997 FORD MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE Bulletin Number: 0042 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE VIBRATION/SHAKE AT STEADY SPEED APPROXIMATELY 100 KM/H (62 MPS), VEHICLES WITH 3.8 L ENGINE AND CONVERTIBLE TOP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12093 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE VIBRATION/SHAKE WHEN DRIVEN ON SMOOTH ROADS AT CONSTANT SPEEDS AROUND 62 MPH/100 KPH. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12717 EXPERIENCING VIBRATION / SHAKE WHEN DRIVEN ON SMOOTH ROADS AT SPEED AROUND 62 MPH / 100 KPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 5132 SOME GT CONVERTIBLES MAY EXPERIENCES VIBRATION / SHAKE WHEN DRIVEN ON SMOOTH ROADS AT CONSTANT SPEEDS AROUND 62 MPH / 100 KPH. THE CONDITION MAY BE DUE TO HARMONIC RESONANCE BETWEEN THE ENGINE, BODY AND SUSPENSION. *TT Bulletin Number: 6227 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CONCERNS OF VIBRATION / SHAKE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7373 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A RATTLE NOISE FROM THE DOOR WEDGE WHEN DRIVING ON ROUGH ROADS. *TT Bulletin Number: 985131 SOME GT MODELS MAY EXPERIENCE VIBRATION / SHAKE WHEN DRIVEN ON SMOOTH ROADS AT CONSTANT SPEEDS AROUND 62 MPH / 100 KPH. *TT Bulletin Number: 9912717 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VIBRATION / SHAKE WHEN DRIVEN ON SMOOTH ROADS AT SPPED AROUND 62 MPH / 100 KPH. *TT 1997 FORD MUSTANG GT Bulletin Number: 11504 SOME VEHICLES WITH A T-45 TRANSMISSION MAY SHIFT FROM 4TH TO NEUTRAL (POP OUT) WHEN THE CLUTCH IS RELEASED. *TT Bulletin Number: 13950 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT THAT HAS BECOME BROKEN OR FRAYED AND / OR DETACH FROM THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13950 SOME VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION OR WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT THAT HAS BECOME BROKEN OR FRAYED AND / OR DETACH FROM THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 8278 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT THAT HAS BECOME BROKEN OR FRAYED AND / OR DETACH FROM THE ENGINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 8278 SOME VEHICLES WITH MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT THAT HAS BECOME BROKEN OR FRAYED AND / OR DETACHED FROM THE ENGINE. *TT 1997 FORD NAVIGATOR Bulletin Number: 13712 INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES THAT EXPERIENCE THE RADIOS THAT DISPLAY NO DJ-NO DISC OR CD WILL NOT EJECT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13745 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONDITION OF NO 4 X 4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4 X 4 LOW RANGE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13773 INFORMATION FOR COMPACT DISC PLAYER PROBLEMS, RADIO MAY DISPLAY NO DJ- NO DUSC OR CD WILL NOT EJECT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 15122 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AT IDLE AND/OR ENGINE DROANING NOISE ON ACCELERATION FROM A STOP. *SLC Bulletin Number: 15123 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DRIVELINE VIBRATION AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 60-70 MPH. *SLC Bulletin Number: 7929 DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION FOR COMPACT DISC PLAYER PROBLEMS. Bulletin Number: 9810569 CONCERNS OF SQUEAKY / NOISY PITMAN ARM. *YC Bulletin Number: 98169 STEERING -ALIGNMENT-TOE SET PROCEDURE SERVICE TIP. YD 1997 FORD PROBE Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00182 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT NO FORWARD GEAR RANGES DUE TO THE MISALIGNMENT OF THE FORWARD / COAST CLUTCH CYLINDER SNAP RING WITH RESPECT TO THE LEGS OF THE FORWARD CLUTCH PISTON. *JB Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 0224 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE CD4E TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT HARSH AND DELAYED 1-2/2-3 UPSHIFTS AFTER TRANSAXLE OR TURBINE SHAFT SPEED SENSOR REPLACEMENT, POSSIBLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES 628, 642, 645, 646, 647, 648, P0731, P0732, P0734, P0 Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 11791 SOME VEHICLES WITH CD4E TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO CRANK / NO START IN PARK. VEHICLE WILL CRANK AND START IN NEUTRAL. *TT Bulletin Number: 14936 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CD4E AUTO TRANSAXLES MAY EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES FOR GEAR RATIO OR HARSH AND DELAYED 1-2 / 2-3 UPSHIFTS AFTER TRANSAXLE OR TURBINE SPEED SENSOR (TSS) REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 4674 SOME VEHICLES WITH CD4E TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO CRANK / NO START IN PARK. VEHICLE WILL CRANK AND START IN NEUTRAL. *TT Bulletin Number: 6583 INFORMATION ON SERVICING THE LEFT STEERING RACK BUSHING. *TT Bulletin Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962411 TRANSAXLE - CD4E - NEW DESIGN PARKING PAWL RATCHET SPRING AND PARKING CAM ACTUATING LEVER ASSEMBLY. *TW Bulletin Number: 96245 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1794 STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY - PROBE WITH 2.5L, ESCORT WITH 1.8L AND ASPIRE. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96254 RESTRAINT SYSTEM - AIR BAG MODULE - DIAGNOSTIC FAULT CODE 51 - IMPROVED DIAGNOSTICS AND REPAIR. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962614 TRANSAXLE - CD4E - HARSH SHIFT AND/OR ENGAGEMENT - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 628 OR P0741. *TW Bulletin Number: 97111097235 SUBJECT REGARDING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0505. *YC Bulletin Number: 9729 NOISE - BUZZ/VIBRATION IN REVERSE AND/OR CLICKING NOISE ACCOMPANIED BY VIBRATION ON RIGHT HAND TURNS DURING ACCLERATION - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 1/6/97 WITH 2.0L ENGINE AND CD4E TRANSAXLE. *TW Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9746 TRANSAXLE- CD4E- HARSH SHIFT AND/OR ENGAGEMENT- DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) 628 OR P0741- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9751 INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9759 LEAK- AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID- CD4E TRANSAXLE IN FLUID COLLECTION ON MAIN CONTROL ASSEMBLY. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9812016 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN WHERE THE CHECK ENGINE FALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE IN BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1407 IS STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 981510 REVISED OIL PUMP INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982311 MINIMAL CLEARANCE OF THE CD4E TRANSAXLE TO SUBFRAME MAKES TRANSAXLE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL MORE DIFFICULT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 985016 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN WHERE THE CHECK ENGINE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP MAY ILLUMINATE IN BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1407 IS STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9874 A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99129 INFORMATION ON "WHINING" / "BUZZING" NOISE COMING THROUGH ENTERTAINMENT OR TWO-WAY RADIO SPEAKER CAUSED BY THE FUEL PUMP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99249 THIS BULLETIN ADDRESSES AN ISSUE WITH THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID SEEPING FROM THE VENT, RESULTING IN FLUID COLLECTING ON THE MAIN CONTROL ASSEMBLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0045970201 BEGINNING DECEMBER 2, 1996 ALL CD4E TRANSAXLES ARE BUILT WITH A REDESIGNED PUMP BODY SEPARATOR PLATE AND PUMP BODY SEPARATOR PLATE GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0045972301 BEGINNING DECEMBER 2, 1996 (BEGINNING TRAN SERIAL NUMBER (6337-0001)) ALL CD4E TRANSAXLES ARE BUILT WITH A REDESIGNED PUMP BODY SEPARATOR PLATE AND PUMP BODY SEPARATOR PLATE GASKET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0132970201 A CLUNK ON LEFT HAND TURNS WHILE ACCELERATING. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY IMPROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE #1 ENGINE MOUNT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0422961119 CONCERNS OF TRANSMISSION POPPING OUT OF 3RD OR 5TH GEAR. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0760961016 WAVE SPRING LOCATED UNDER THE FORWARD ONE-WAY CLUTCH IN NO LONGER ONE PIECE. IT HAS BEEN 'SPLIT'. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0763961016 SHOULDER BELT THAT IS SLOW TO RETRACT MAY BE CAUSED BY A TWIST IN THE SEAT BELT WEBBING BEHIND THE 'B' PILLAR TRIM. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1010397020 HARD TO START/LONG CRANK TIME CONCERN ON 96-97 VEHICLES DUE TO FUEL PRESSURE LEAK DOWN. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1012697020 CLUNK ON LEFT HAND TURNS WHILE ACCELERATING ON 1997 PROBE 2.0L CD4E VEHICLES. MAY BE CAUSED BY IMPROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE ENGINE MOUNT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1017597230 THE LUMBAR BAG INFLATES BUT DOES NOT APPLY ADEQUATE PRESSURE TO THE SEAT BACK MAY BE CAUSED BY IMPROPER POSITIONING OF THE LUMBAR BAG SUPPORT RODS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019097230 OIL PUMP TO CYLINDER BLOCK ALIGNMENT CONCERN ON VEHICLE BUILT BETWEEN 9/5/96 AND 12/9/96 WITH ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FS200304 THROUGH FS209265. JD Bulletin Number: BC1026697230 VEHICLES EXHIBITING HARSH SHIFTS AND/OR HARSH ENGAGEMENT ACCOMPANIED BY DTCS 628 OR P0741. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1030597020 PAINT BLISTER, PEEL OR CRACK CONCERNS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1033497020 THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH CODE P0441 STORED IN MEMORY. *JD Bulletin Number: BC2372970501 A HARD TO START/LONG CRANK TIME CONCERN ON 96-97 PROBE VEHICLES MAY BE DUE TO FUEL PRESSURE LEAK DOWN. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3081970226 PARTIALLY RESTRICTED VACUUM HOSE TO CANNISTER MAY BE CAUSE OF MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) CODE P0441. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3162970218 CLICKING NOISE CAUSED BY DIFFERENTIAL LUBE TUBE CONTACTING DIFFERENTIAL CASE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3204970214 HARSH SHIFTS AND/OR HARSH ENGAGEMENT ACCOMPANIED BY DTC'S 628 OR P0741. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3492972301 AN OIL PUMP TO CYLINDER BLOCK ALIGNMENT CONCERN ON VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 9/5/96 AND 12/9/96 WITH ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FS200304 THROUGH FS209265. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9666961001 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 1997 FORD RANGER Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 01124 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 Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01186 INFORMATION ON CLIMATE CONTROL, LOUD A/C CLUTCH CYCLING NOISE.*JB Bulletin Number: 01197 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.0L OHV ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE NOISE WHICH MAY BE PERCEIVED BY THE CUSTOMER AS A PISTON / ONNECTING ROD BEARING KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 01212 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L OHV ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A LOUD A/C CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0146 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CHATTER OR BINDING CONDITION WHEN OPERATING THE POWER SIDE WINDOWS EITHER IN THE DOWN OR UP MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0147 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT Bulletin Number: 0186 ON SOME VEHICLES, INCLUDING SPORT AND SPORT TRAC, THE FRONT AXLE LEAKS FLUID FROM THE VENT TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: 01B77 OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT 7 REVISED INFORMATION - REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF WILDERNESS AT TIRES. *TT Bulletin Number: 02138 LOW LINE PRESSURE READING AT WIDE OPEN THROTTLE (WOT), SLIPPING SHIFTS AND / OR DELAYED ENGAGEMENTS WITH POSSIBLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0732, P0733, P1762 SET ON VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 12/1/2001. *TT Bulletin Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02221 ENGINE-GEAR DRIVEN SYNCHRONIZERS-INCORRECT INSTALLATION-CAMSHAFT POSITION SYNCHRONIZER (CMP) INSTALLATION TOOL CORRECT APPLICATION. *MJ Bulletin Number: 0242 CERTAIN VEHICLES WITH 4X4 OR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE MAY HAVE A FLUID LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE VENT TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0282 SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 9/15/2001 MAY EXHIBIT LOW LINE PRESSURE READINGS WHILE IN DRIVE, NO 2ND GEAR, NO 3RD GEAR, NO ENGINE BRAKING IN MANUAL 1ST AND SLIPPING SHIFTS AND / OR DELAYED ENGAGEMENTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 030508 FRONT AXLE LEAKS FLUID FROM VENT TUBE - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4X4 OR AWD. *TT Bulletin Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03203 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 Number: 0358 FLUID MAY LEAK OUT OF THE FRONT AXLE VENT TUBE. *TT *JB Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04217 GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 1014997020 UPDATE TO TSB 96-21-9 ADDITIONAL CALIBRATION ADDED- ANY CALIBRATION REVISION LEVEL FOR A VEHICLE WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION THAT IS NOT CALLED OUT IN TSB 96-21-9 SHOULD ALSO BE INCLUDED AS PART OF THAT TSB. *JD Bulletin Number: 11512 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONCERNS OF NOISY FRONT SYSTEM BLOWER MOTORS ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 11761 SOME VEHICLES WITH 2.3L ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP LIGHT WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0340. *TT Bulletin Number: 12138 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CLIMATE CONTROL ISSUE OF LACK OF HEAT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12152 SOME VEHICLES WITH 4 X 4 OPTION OPERATING IN 4 X 2 MODE MAY EXHIBIT A PING SOUND ON SLIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12154 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PATS (SECURILOCK) EXCEPT CERTAIN MODELS NOW HAVE AVAILABILITY OF FLEET KEYS THROUGH ROTUNDA. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12230 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 Number: 12518 CONCERNS WITH THE IN-DASH CD STOPS OPERATING WHEN HOT / RADIO DISPLAY READS CD TOO HOT. *TT Bulletin Number: 12905 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AXLE WIND UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A FOUR WHEEL DRIVE HI OR LOW RANGE MODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13054 EXPERIENCING WINDNOISE AT THE TOP OF THE DOOR GLASS SEAL / WEATHERSTRIP MOLDING AREA. *TT Bulletin Number: 13118 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE NOISE WHICH MAY BE PERCEIVED BY THE CUSTOMER AS A PISTON / CONNECTING ROD BEARING KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 13154 SUBJECT REGARDING 4.0L ENGINE HOTLINE PHONE NUMBERS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13154 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE HOTLINE PHONE NUMBERS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13180 INFORMATION REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL CHART. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13244 INFORMATION REGARDING WINDNOISE FROM WINDSHIELD/COWL AREA. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13412 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO (DTC) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE STORED IN THE GEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 13423 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT NEUTRAL GEAR ROLLOVER NOISE WHICH OCCURS AT IDLE WITH TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL AND CLUTCH ENGAGED. *TT Bulletin Number: 13426 EXHIBITING VERY LIGHT STEERING VIBRATION / SHIMMY / NIBBLE AT ENGINE IDLE OR LOW SPEEDS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13440 EXPERIENCING VERY LIGHT STEERING VIBRATION / SHIMMY / NIBBLE AT ENGINE IDLE OR LOW SPEEDS (PARKING LOT TYPE MANEUVERS). *TT Bulletin Number: 13484 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L OHV ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AS REPORTED BY THE CUSTOMER. *TT Bulletin Number: 13505 ALL 4X4 VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ONTHE FLY TRANSFER CASES WILL DISPLAY CONTACT PLATE PIDS OPPOSITE OF THE 1999 OR EARLIER WORKSHOP MANUAL INDICATES WHEN USING NGS WITH 15.0 LEVEL OR LATER SOFTWARE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13745 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONDITION OF NO 4 X 4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4 X 4 LOW RANGE. *MJS Bulletin Number: 14056 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION OIL SEAL AREA. **MR Bulletin Number: 14583 CONCERNS WITH BROKEN THERMOSTATS ON ENGINES. *JB Bulletin Number: 14617 SUBJECT PERTAINING TO BROKEN THERMOSTAT. *JB Bulletin Number: 14847 CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHBIT FLUID LEAKAGE FROM THE FRONT AXLE VENT TUBE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15167 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LOUD COMPRESSOR CYCLING NOISE. *YH Bulletin Number: 15198 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT LOUD A/C CLUTCH CYCLING NOISE CONDITION. *JG Bulletin Number: 15887 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO 1-2 UPSHIFT, NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, A NO ENGINE BRAKING CONDITION IN MANUAL 1 OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0732 (GEAR 2 INCORRECT RATIO) OR P0733 (GEAR 3 INCORRECT RATIO). *TT Bulletin Number: 16040 EXPERIENCING A CLICKING / POPPING NOISE FROM THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN AREA WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 17254 CLICKING/POPPING NOISE FROM UPPER STEERING COLUMN AREA WHEN TURNING. 2004 E SERIES AND EXPLORER SPORT TRAC ALSO INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 17777 REAR LEAF SPRING NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 4634 STEERING WHEEL SHIMMY, VIBRATION OR GRUNT ON SLOW SPEED TURNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4644 SOME VEHICLES WITH 2.3L ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0340. *TT Bulletin Number: 5203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 5249 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING STEERING WHEEL SHIMMY, VIBRATION OR GRUNT ON SLOW SPEED TURNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 5518 INFORMATION ON SERVICING OIL PAN GASKET LEAKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 5652 COMPLAINTS THAT THE IN-DASH CD STOPS OPERATING WHEN HOT. *TT Bulletin Number: 6574 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OCCASIONAL HOOT / MOAN FROM THE IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) VALVE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6603 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN AUDIBLE PINGING OR CREAKING NOISE THAT MAY BE HEARD FROM THE DRIVELINE WHEN ENGINE TORQUE IS INITIALLY APPLIED TO THE DRIVELINE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6896 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE NOISE WHICH MAY BE PERCEIVED BY THE CUSTOMER AS A PISTON / CONNECTING ROD BEARING KNOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 6926 SUBJECT REGARDING THE ENGINE HOTLINE PHONE NUMBERS FOR 1997 - 2000 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 6997 SOME SERVICE MANUALS MAY LIST THE INCORRECT CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR VEHICLES WITH VARIOUS ENGINE SIZES. *TT Bulletin Number: 7126 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT WINDNOISE HEARD FROM THE COWL / WINDSHIELD AREA. *TT Bulletin Number: 7353 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES STORED IN THE GEM MODULE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7366 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT NEUTRAL GEAR ROLLOVER NOISE (A LIGHT METALLIC RATTLING SOUND FROM THE TRANSMISSION) WHICH OCCURS AT IDLE WITH TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL CLUTCH ENGAGED (CLUTCH PEDAL UP). *TT Bulletin Number: 7471 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L OHV ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AS REPORTED BY THE CUSTOMER. *TT Bulletin Number: 8164 INFORMATION ON 5R55E - 4R55E - 4R44E PUMP ALIGNMENT TOOLS. *TT Bulletin Number: 8164 INFORMATION REGARDING PUMP ALIGNMENT TOOLS. **MR Bulletin Number: 8512 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION OIL SEAL AREA. **MR Bulletin Number: 870197 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 Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 962215 FLUID - NEW MERCON V REQUIRED - TRANSMISSION - 4R44E - DESCRIPTION OF FEATURES AND MAJOR COMPONENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96226 AIR CONDITIONING - COMPRESSOR FAILURE - INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF REFRIGERANT OIL. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110607 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONCERNS OF THE REAR ABS LIGHT COMING ON WHEN THE IGNITION IS IN THE ON POSITION. Bulletin Number: 97050110627 ROUGH IDLE ACCOMPANIED BY STALLS/ QUITS AT IDLE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9705014158 VEHICLES INCLUDES GRAPHICS FOR A SPEED CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT. *YC Bulletin Number: 97090297189 EXPERIENCING A "THUMPING" NOISE OR TEMPEATURE GAUGE FLUCTATION WITH SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 971110972312 CONCERNS WITH "PINGING" OR "CREAKING" BEING HEARD FROM THE DRIVELINE WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, BETWEEN DRIVE AND REVERSE, OR WHEN ENGAGING THE CLUTCH. *YC Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9737 DOOR HANDLE- OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE HAS EXTENDED TRAVEL- VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 11/1/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 9747 FRAME- RIVET REPLACEMENT WITH BOLTS- SERVICE TIPS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97615 BRAKES- "SQUEALING" NOISE AND/OR STICKING DURING FIRST FEW BRAKE APPLICATIONS AFTER A RAINFALL AND/OR WHEN BRAKES ARE COLD. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 980319 CONCERNS WITH FALSE ABS ACTIVATION WHILE LIGHT BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS. *YC Bulletin Number: 980324 CONCERNS OF COLD ENGINE UPPER KNOCK / TICK. *YC Bulletin Number: 98112 SUBJECT REGARDING A NEW SERVICE CENTER SUPPORT THAT USES A THRUST BEARING (#3 AND #4) IN PLACE OF THRUST WASHERS HAS BEEN RELEASED. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811284 EXPERIENCING A LONG CRANK HARD START CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811488 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A CTM (CENTRAL TIMER MODULE) MAY EXPERIENCE INTERMITTENT WIPER OPERATION WITHOUT COMMAND; DOME LIGHTS REMAINING ON; OR THE DOOR CHIMES REMAINING ON. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 981516 OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR MANUAL REPLACEMENT. Bulletin Number: 98158 THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S DOOR GLASS CHATTER WHEN OPERATING THE WINDOW IN DOWN MODE. Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98165 EVAPORATOR CORE FAILED, CAUSING THE AIR CONDITIONER TO DRIP ON TO PASSENGER FLOOR. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982111 HIGHTER THAN EXPECTED ENGINE RPMS DURING A 2-3 PARTIAL BACKOUT UPSHIFT OR AFTER A 3-2 OR4-2 WIDE OPEN THROTTLE DOWNSHIFT MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982312 ISSUES REGAREDING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTCS ) P0705, P0708, P1704, AND / OR P1705 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98238 CONDENSATE MAY LEAK ONTO THE PASSENGER FLOOR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982526 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE VARIOUS CONCERNS SUCH AS INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION WITHOUT COMMAND, DOME LIGHTS REMAINING ON, AND/OR THE DOOR CHIMES REMAING ON. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 982671 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE POOR RADIO RECEPTION ( AM/FM). *YC Bulletin Number: 983071 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING THE IMPROVED SAIL MOUNT MANUAL MIRROR. *TT Bulletin Number: 983074 CONCERNS WITH AXLE WIND-UP AND / OR CLUNKING, POPPING, RATCHETING TYPE NOISES WHEN MAKING CORNERING MANEUVERS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 983226 EXPERIENCING A LONG CRANK HARD START CONDITIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 9839 THE DRIVER'S AND/OR PASSENGER DOOR GLASS MAY Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4732 STEERING WHEEL SHIMMIES, VIBRATION OR GRUNT ON SLOW SPEED TURNS.. Bulletin Number: 985045 REVISED MESSAGE REGARDING STEERING WHEEL SHIMMY, VIBRATION OR GRUNT ON SLOW SPEED TURNS ACTION ON SOHC EQUIPPED VEHICLES, PERFORM TSB 98-21-01. *TT Bulletin Number: 985085 SOME VEHICLES WITH POWER WINDOWS MAY EXHIBIT WINDOW CHATTERING OR JERKING MOTION WHEN OPERATING IN THE DOWN MODE. *AK *TT Bulletin Number: 98514 CONCERNS WITH A WHISTLING OR HISSING NOISE FROM THE MAIN CONTROL AREA OCCURING WHILE IDLING IN DRIVE AND / OR REVERSE ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 985174 SOME VEHICLES WITH 4X4 OPTION IN 4X2 MODE MAY EXHIBIT A PING SOUND ON SLIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. *TT Bulletin Number: 985178 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CLIMATE CONTROL ISSUE OF LACK OF HEAT. *TT Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9856 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HARD START/LONG CRANK TIME AND/OR A STUMBLE/HESITATION AFTER COLD START ON ACCELERATION. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A21 ISSUES WITH THE REAR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ( RABS ) LAMP MAY ILLUMINATE AFTER FRONT WHEEL LOCK UP DURING 4X4 OPERATION. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A36 A GRABBING AND/OR STICKING CONDITION DURING THE FIRST FEW BRAKE APPLICATIONS WHEN THE BRAKES ARE COLD OR IN THE MORNING AFTER AN OVERNIGHT RAIN MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9867 INFORMATION ON THE REVISED MANUAL OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS BUILT THROUGH 2/13/98. *TT Bulletin Number: 9868 A ROUGH IDLE, STALLING AT AN IDLE AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0171, P0174, AND/OR P1151 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY ON SOME VEHICLES WITH A 4.OL ENGINE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99161 EXPERIENCING AN AUDIBLE PINGING OR CREAKING (NOT A CLUNKING NOISE) HEARD FROM THE DRIVELINE WHEN ENGINE TORQUE IS INITIALLY APPLIED TO THE DRIVELINE SUCH AS WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, BETWEEN DRIVE AND REVERSE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99162 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0125 STORED IN MEMORY, AND / OR LACK OF HEAT WITH THE CLIMATE CONTROL. *TT Bulletin Number: 99183 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION ON REVISED OIL PAN GASKET REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99235 DURING EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES AND UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS, MOISTURE IN THE CRANKCASE MAY ENTER THE PCV SYSTEM, FREEZE AND CAUSE PRESURE IN THE ENGINE CRANKCASE. THE PCV FITTING IN THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD MAY FREEZE OR Bulletin Number: 99238 A TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLUCTUATION AND / OR A KNOCKING / THUMPING NOISE MAY BE AUDIBLE INTHE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 995157 INFORMATION ON MAINTAINING TIRE PRESSURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 996125 SUBJECT REGARDING FUEL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC. *TT Bulletin Number: 996780 THIS ONLINE SERVICE BULLETIN INVOLVES VEHICLES EXHIBITING WINDNOISE AT THE TOP OF THE DOOR GLASS SEAL / WEATHERSTRIP MOLDING AREA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0185970201 SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT BE PUT INTO ALIGNMENT- CAMBER READINGS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0324961101 COLD ENGINE KNOCK/TICK NOISE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0324970201 COLD ENGINE KNOCK/TICK NOISE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0324972301 REAR BRAKES "GRAB" WHEN COLD OR DAMP. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0407961115 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING DIAGNOSED FAILED PARTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0490961112 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING DIAGNOSED FAILED COMPONENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0692961023 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE UNEXPLAINED MIL LIGHT CODES &/OR IRREGULAR SHIFTING (A4LD). *TT Bulletin Number: BC0764961016 THE OIL INDICATOR TUBE (DIP STICK) IS COMING INTO CONTACT W/ THE CRANK SHAFT, CAUSING A TICKING SOUND. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1018997230 BLOCK HEATERS MAY EXPERIENCE COOLANT LEAKS DUE TO INTERFERENCE WITH THE BLOCK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019197230 EXHIBITING A PULSATING, CYCLICAL TYPE OF NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT AXLE TUBE AREA FROM 0 TO 45 MPH. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019797230 THE VEHICLES WILL SHIFT 1,2,3,4,5 REGARDLESS OF THROTTLE POSITION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019997230 4.0L EQUIPPED VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLUCTUATION THAT MAY BE ACCOMPNIED WITH A THUMPING NOISE OR FEEL IN THE COOLANT HOSES WITH THE ENGINE AT NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1021097230 SOME VEHICLES WITH 4R44E TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE INCORRECT ID TAG NUMBERS ON THE MAIN CONTROLS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1022797230 THE NGS DISPLAYS INCORRECT DATA FOR THE IGN GEM PID ON THE VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105889705 1997 RANGER VEHICLES DO NOT HAVE TAILGATE TAPE STRIPES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC105939705 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A MOAN IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AT OR NEAR 2800 RPM. *TW Bulletin Number: BC105979705 UPDATE INFORMATION FOR 1997 4R44E AND 5R55E TRANSMISSIONS - THERE ARE TWO (2) DIFFERENT SIZE DIRECT CLUTCH STEEL PLATES WHEN SERVICING 4R44E OR 5R55E TRANSMISSIONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC106009705 1997 4X4 RANGERS RABS (REAR ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM) LAMP MAY ILLUMINATE AFTER FRONT WHEEL LOCK-UP DURING 4X4 OPERATION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2226970501 SERVICING TIP - TRANSMISSION - THERE ARE TWO DIFFERENT SIZE DIRECT CLUTCH STEEL PLATES WHEN SERVICING 4R44E OR 5R55E TRANSMISSIONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2232970501 ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONDITIONS THAT CAUSE THE ABS LIGHT (RABS) TO ILLUMINATE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2242970501 RABS (REAR ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM) LAMP MAY ILLUMINATE AFTER FRONT WHEEL LOCK-UP DURING 4X4 OPERATION. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2293970501 1997 RANGERS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH TAILGATE STRIPES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2298970501 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A MOAN IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT NEAR 2800 RPM - TO FIX, INSTALL A VIBRATION DAMPER TO A/C SUCTION LINE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2301970501 NEW CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER WITH A REDESIGNED LIP SEAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2361970501 AUTHORIZED WARRANTY PART REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE PADS TO CORRECT EXCESSIVE BRAKE NOISE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2381970501 WHEN REMOVING STICKERS/LABELS FROM THE PRIVACY QUARTER GLASS WINDOWS, DO NOT USE ANY SHARP OR RAZOR LIKE EDGES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3170970217 RANGER 4X4 WITH REAR ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM - VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE ILLUMINATION OF THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WHEN BRAKING UNDER 4X4 MODE ON SLIPPERY/ICY SURFACES WITH FRONT WHEEL LOCK UP. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3282970206 GEM CONCERN - CHECK FOR MORE THAN ONE GEM CONTROLLED COMPONENT THAT IS INOPERATIVE OR FOR A STRING OF FALSE GEM DTC'S RECEIVED IN MEMORY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3363972301 THE NGS DISPLAYS INCORRECT DATE FOR THE ING GEM PID ON THE VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3382972301 VEHICLES WITH AN UNUSUAL NEGATIVE CAMBER READING, AND CANNOT BE ADJUSTED TO WITHIN THE PROPER CAMBER SPECIFICATION, CAN BE REPAIRED BY NEW SPRINGS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3441972301 AS OF 1/7/97 THE AUTOMATIC SHIFT LOCK FEATURE TAG THAT WAS AFFIXED AROUND THE GEAR SELECTOR, HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED FOR PRODUTION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3442972301 SOME 1997 2.3L RANGERS WITH 4R44E TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE INCORRECT ID TAG NUMBERS ON THE MAIN CONTROLS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3483972301 THE VEHICLE WILL SHIFT 1,2,3,4,5 REGARDLESS OF THROTTLE POSTION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3485972301 4.0L EQUIPPED VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLUCTUATION THAT MAY BE ACCOMPANIED WITH A THUMPING NOISE OR FEEL IN THE COOLANT HOSE WITH THE ENGINE AT NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3491972301 SOME 4.0L ENGINES WITH BLOCK HEATERS MAY EXPERIENCE COOLANT LEAKS DUE TO INTERFERENCE WITH THE BLOCK. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3493972301 VEHICLES EXHIBITING A PULSATING, CYCLICAL TYPE OF NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT AXLE TUBE AREA FROM 0 TO 45 MPH. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9666961001 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 Number: BC9714961101 DIAGNOSTIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICING EVAPORATIVE EMISSION PURGE FLOW SYSTEM. *TW 1997 FORD SUPER DUTY F SERIES Bulletin Number: 00610 INFORMATION ON THE 7.3L DIT ENGINES, ROTUNDA TOOL HAS ISSUED AN INJECTOR PERFORMANCE ANALYZER THAT MAY NOW BE PRUCHASED AS AN EFFECTIVE AID IN HELPING TO RESOLVE ROUGH IDLE CONCERNS. *MJS Bulletin Number: 032137 FOR 7.3L DIT ENGINES, ROTUNDA TOOL HAS ISSUED AN INJECTOR PERFORMANCE ANALYZER THAT MAY NOW BE PURCHASED AS AN EFFECTIVE AID IN HELPING TO RESOLVE ROUGH IDLE CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 13488 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIT ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH ENGINE IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13505 ALL 4X4 VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT ONTHE FLY TRANSFER CASES WILL DISPLAY CONTACT PLATE PIDS OPPOSITE OF THE 1999 OR EARLIER WORKSHOP MANUAL INDICATES WHEN USING NGS WITH 15.0 LEVEL OR LATER SOFTWARE. *TT Bulletin Number: 16480 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0340, POSSIBLE FALSE CODE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 1994-1996 FORD EXCURSION. *TT Bulletin Number: 16945 AN OIL LEAK AT THE TURBOCHARGER PEDESTAL AROUND THE EXHAUST BACKPRESSURE ACTUATOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 16999 HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMP LEAK. *TT Bulletin Number: 17777 REAR LEAF SPRING NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7353 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES STORED IN THE GEM MODULE. *TT Bulletin Number: 7475 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 73L DIT ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH ENGINE IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 996034 EXPERIENCING A ENGINE KNOCK AT COLD START-UP. *TT 1997 FORD TAURUS Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 00191 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A SEPARATION BETWEEN LAYERS OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. *JB Bulletin Number: 00203 A SEPARATION BETWEEN LAYERS OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL.*JB Bulletin Number: 00263 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A POWER WINDOW THAT WILL NOT OPERATE DOWNWARD BECAUSE IT'S STUCK / BOUND TO THE WEATHERSHIP HEADER. *TT Bulletin Number: 00E11 SERVICE ACTION 00E11, SUPPLEMENT #1 - UPDATE INFORMATION REGARDING ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UPGRADE. *TT Bulletin Number: 00E11 SERVICE ACTION BULLETIN REGARDING ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UPGRADE. *TT Bulletin Number: 01116 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT COOLING SYSTEM CONDITIONS SUCH CONTAMINATED / CORRODED COOLANT; LEAKING / DISCOLORED COOLANT OVERFLOW BOTTLES; VIBRATION FROM ENGINE; LEAKING HEATER CORE; COOLANT OVERFLOW; HIGH TEMPERATURE GAUGE READINGS, ETC. Bulletin Number: 01124 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 Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0147 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT Bulletin Number: 0162 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) MAY NOT START OR CRANK. *TT Bulletin Number: 0214 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 Number: 02153 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 3.0L 4V DURATEC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1518, INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL. *TT Bulletin Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02183 EXHAUST SYSTEM Y-PIPE CRACK AT THE NOISE VIBRATION HARNESS BRACKET. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02208 CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH Bulletin Number: 02221 ENGINE-GEAR DRIVEN SYNCHRONIZERS-INCORRECT INSTALLATION-CAMSHAFT POSITION SYNCHRONIZER (CMP) INSTALLATION TOOL CORRECT APPLICATION. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02236 ERRATIC OPERATION OF THE COOL/WARM FUNCTION OF THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM - REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR STRATIFICATION (SECONDARY) TEMPERATURE BLEND DOOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 03123 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 Number: 031404 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 Number: 03141 IN VEHICLE LOCTITE SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR CAMSHAFT TUBE AND GEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 0398 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 Number: 041601 WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 090308 MIL LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DTC P0442, P0455 Bulletin Number: 11530 WHEN DIAGNOSING CRANK / NO START ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT (PATS) CHECK THE CUSTOMERS KEY RING FOR ANY MAGNETIC OBJECTS LIKE THE MOBILE SPEEDPASS KEY WHICH MAY AFFECT THE SIGNAL TRANSMISSION BETWEEN THE PATS KEY A Bulletin Number: 11773 SUBJECT REGARDING SERVICE EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLIES. *TT Bulletin Number: 11793 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD / NO START CONCERN WHEN PARKED IN A STEEP NOSE-UP POSITION WITH LESS THAN 1/4 TANK OF FUEL AND FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: 12079 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BUZZ OR RATTLE CONDITION ON A COLD START OR DURING A LOW RPM STEAD SPEED. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12154 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PATS (SECURILOCK) EXCEPT CERTAIN MODELS NOW HAVE AVAILABILITY OF FLEET KEYS THROUGH ROTUNDA. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12163 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT VIBRATION DURING ACCELERATION ONLY. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12169 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NGS ERROR MESSAGE AFTER NGS/SBTS PCM REPROGRAMMING. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12178 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 Number: 12189 INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION A NEW FUEL PUMP , ENSURE THAT THE PUMP HAS PLASTIC SHEATHING OVER THE WIRES. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12238 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE POWER WINDOW CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 12559 CONCERNS WITH REVERSE CLUTCH THAT COULD BECOME SHEARED OR TORN IN EXTREMELY COLD TEMPERATURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 12570 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT FRONT OUTER TIE RODS SQUEAK AND / OR POP NOISE OVER BUMPS AND / OR TURNING. *TT Bulletin Number: 12616 INFORMATION ON TRANSAXLE SERVICE CASE REPLACEMENT WITH OSS (OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED SENSOR) HOLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 13180 INFORMATION REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL CHART. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13250 INFORMATION REGARDING SLIGHT VIBRATION UPON ACCELERATION. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13802 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT LOSS OF INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL (ICP) ILLUMINATION. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13802 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT LOSS OF INTEGRATED CONTROL PANEL (ICP) ILLUMINATION. AUDIO AND CLIMATE CONTROLS CONTINUE TO OPERATE DURING THE ICP'S LOSS OF ILLUMINATION CONDITION. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A FAULTY INTERNAL RIBBO Bulletin Number: 14087 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1518 AND/OR P1519, RELATED TO INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL (IMRC). **MR Bulletin Number: 14584 SUBJECT REGARDING FLEX FUEL VECHICLE OIL AND FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS. *JB Bulletin Number: 14856 SOME VEHICLES EQUPPED WITH 3.0L 2V VULCAN OR 4V DURATEC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST RUST-THRU, WELD FATIGUE CONDITION BETWEEN THE TWO TOEBOARD CATALYSTS WHERE A TIE-IN BRACKET IS WELDED TO THE FORMED INLET PIPE OF THE REAR BANK TOEBOARD C Bulletin Number: 15142 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARSH 2-3 SHIFT AFTER INSTALLING A REMANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE. *YH Bulletin Number: 15370 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GROAN/BUZZ/VIBRATION WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR IS IN PARK. *TT Bulletin Number: 15390 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND/OR EGR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES 332, P0401, P1407 (LACKOF EGR FLOW). *TT Bulletin Number: 15392 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A PARK PULLOUT CLUNK NOISE WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO ANOTHER GEAR POSITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 15879 SOME SHO VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A TICKING NOISE ORIGINATING FROM THE VALVE COVER AREA. *TT Bulletin Number: 17358 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 Number: 18614 SURGE, IDLE ROLL, ROUGH IDLE ONLY WHEN THE ENGINE COOLING FANS ARE OPERATING. *TT Bulletin Number: 4619 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH EVAPORATIVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442, P0455 SET. *TT Bulletin Number: 4621 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CONTAMINATED / CORRODED COOLANT, HIGH OR FLUCTUATING TEMP GAUGE, COOLANT ODOR, COOLANT OVERFLOW, BLOWN OR LEAKING HOSES, BLOWN HEAD GASKET, FAILED ENGINE, LACK OF HEAT. *TT Bulletin Number: 4630 SUBJECT REGARDING GENERAL STALLING CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 4636 DIAGNOSING HARD START / LONG CRANK CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 4655 INFORMATION ON THE SERVICE EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLIES. *TT Bulletin Number: 4676 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD / NO START CONCERN WHEN PARKED IN A STEEP NOSE-UP POSITION WITH LESS THAN 1/4 TANK OF FUEL AND FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. *TT Bulletin Number: 5048 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING CONTAMINATED / CORRODED COOLANT, HIGH OR FLUCTUATING TEMP GAUGE; COOLANT ODOR, COOLANT OVERFLOW, BLOWN OR LEAKING HOSES, BLOWN HEAD GASKET, FAILED ENGINE, LACK OF HEAT. *TT Bulletin Number: 5203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 5205 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NGS ERROR MESSAGE, TOTAL CHECKSUM ERROR AFTER NGS / SBTS PCM REPROGRAMMING. *TT Bulletin Number: 5226 INFORMATION ON INSTALLING A NEW FUEL PUMP ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 5255 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CONTAMINATED / CORRODED COOLANT, HIGH OR FLUCTUATING TEMP GAUGE, COOLANT ODOR, COOLANT OVERFLOW, BLOWN OR LEAKING HOSES, BLOWN HEAD GASKET, FAILED ENGINE, AND OR LACK OF HEAT. *TT Bulletin Number: 5301 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING AN INOPERATIVE POWER WINDOW. *TT Bulletin Number: 5518 INFORMATION ON SERVICING OIL PAN GASKET LEAKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 5897 EXPERIENCING A SQUEAKING AND / OR POPPING NOISE FROM THE FRONT OUTER TIRE RODS. *TT Bulletin Number: 6612 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT FRONT SUSPENSION NOISE DUE TO FRONT STRUT, FRONT SWAY BAR LINKS OR SYMPTOMS SUCH AS PREMATURE REAR BRAKE PAD WEAR DUE TO SEIZED REAR BRAKE CALIPERS OR SLIDES. *TT Bulletin Number: 6997 SOME SERVICE MANUALS MAY LIST THE INCORRECT CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR VEHICLES WITH VARIOUS ENGINE SIZES. *TT Bulletin Number: 7292 NNERS OF THE EDSR-OF-THE-MONTH QUALITY AWARD ANNOUNCEMENT FOR SEPTEMBER. *TT Bulletin Number: 7855 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT INTERMITTENT INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL (ICP) ILLUMINATION. Bulletin Number: 8016 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT LOSS OF INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL (ICP). Bulletin Number: 8016 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT LOSS OF INTEGRATED CONTROL PANEL (ICP) ILLUMINATION. **MR** Bulletin Number: 8199 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A RATTLING OR CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT END (FRONT STABILIZER LINK) UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. Bulletin Number: 8316 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH COMPACT DISC CHANGER MAY EXHIBIT A 6 DISC CD CHANGER THAT IS NOT EJECTING THE MAGAZINE OR IS NOT RESPONDING TO COMMAND FROM THE RADIO. Bulletin Number: 8583 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DTC P1518 AND / OR P1519, RELATED TO INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL (IMRC). *MR Bulletin Number: 870197 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 Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962515 NOISE-"CREAKING" IN A-PILLAR WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS AND/OR TURNING-VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 12/31/96. *JD Bulletin Number: 96261 BODY - PRODUCT CHANGES FOR 1997 TAURUS/SABLE AND TAURUS SHO VEHICLES ELECTRICAL - PRODUCT CHANGES FOR 1997 TAURUS/SABLE AND TAURUS SHO VEHICLES MISCELLANEOUS - PRODUCT CHANGES FOR 1997 TAURUS/SABLE AND TAURUS SHO VEHICLES. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962613 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 Number: 9705011635 INFORMATION IN TSB 97-09-04 IS INCORRECT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9705019584 CONCERNS OF GRUNT OR GROAN DURING WHEEL RETURN. *YC Bulletin Number: 97090297181 SOME VEHICLES DURING WET WEATHER CONDITIONS AND/OR WHEN DRIVING THROUGH PUDDLES AND /OR THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY MAY BE DAMAGED. *YC Bulletin Number: 97090297183 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL). *YC Bulletin Number: 97090297184 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE STATIC IN THE AM BAND OF THE RADIO WHILE DRIVING. *YC Bulletin Number: 97111097231 DIAGNOSTIC AND INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR FRONT SUSPENSION NOISE. *YC Bulletin Number: 97111097234 VEHICLES EXHIBITING A "SQUEAKING" OR "CHIRPING" FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW BLOWER MOTOR SPEEDS. *YC Bulletin Number: 97111097237 CONCERNS WITH HARSH ENGAGEMENTS AND HARSH SHIFTS WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 628, P0741 AND/OR P1744. *YC Bulletin Number: 9723 FRAME - SUBFRAME INSULATORS - CLUNK ON HEAVY ACCELERATION AND/OR DECELERATION HEARD OR FELT IN FLOOR PAN AREA - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 2/28/97. *TW Bulletin Number: 9724 STEERING - GRUNTING OR GROANING NOISE DURING STEERING WHEEL RETURN FROM FULL RIGHT TURN - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 11/8/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 9725 SUSPENSION - CLUNKING NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION - TAURUS SABLE BUILT THROUGH 1/14/97 - CONTINENTAL BUILT THROUGH 12/16/96. *TW Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9751 INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 976011 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY DIAGNOSING VEHICLES WITH EVAPORATIVE FUEL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9761 LOCKS- REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)- LOCATION OF RKE FOBS- SERVICE TIP- VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 3/17/97. *JD Bulletin Number: 97610 BLOWER MOTOR- "CHIRPING" OR "SQUEAKING" FROM BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW SPEEDS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9763 STEERING- STEERING COLUMN- AIR BAG SLIDING CONTACT SERVICING- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9765 HESITATION- ON ACCELERATION- VEHICLES WITH 3.0L 4-VALVE ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9767 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL)- DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0172, P0175, P1130, P1150 AND/OR P1152 STORED IN MEMORY AND/OR STALL ON LOW SPEED ACCELERATION OR DECELERATION- 3.4L SHO VEHICLES ONLY. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9772 HESITATION- ON ACCELERATION- VEHICLES WITH 3.0L 4-VALVE ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9802169837 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN NO FORWARD OR REVERSE MOVEMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9802169838 TRANSAXLES USE A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID. *YC Bulletin Number: 980305 VEHICLES EXPERIENCING COOLANT ODOR, COOLANT OVERFLOW, HIGH OR FLUCTUATING TEMP GAUGE READINGS, BLOWN OR LEAKING HOSES, BLOWN HEAD GASKET, FAILED ENGINE, AND LACK OF HEAT. *YC Bulletin Number: 980312 ENGINE CHECK LAMP ON WITH MISFIRE DTC(S). Bulletin Number: 980314 EXPERIENCING A HARD START / LONG CRANK. *YC Bulletin Number: 98110 SUBJECT REGARDING PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811481 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L 4-VALVE ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A MOAN NOISE AT IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 981512 A DIRECT REPLACEMENT PART FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY. AK Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 98164 A TRANSEAL COATING IS ON THE FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS. THIS COATING MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE DELIVERY TO THE CUSTOMER. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982112 SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCE A HARD START/LONG CRANK TIME CONDITION. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982320 SOME VEHICLES WITH A VERY LOW ODOMETER READING MAY EXPERIENCE A LACK TEMPERATURE CONTROL. *YC Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98241 DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS ON PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM ( PATS ). *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 98251 CONCERNS OF A POSSIBLE CHAFING OF THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY WIRES RESULTING IN AN OPEN FUSE AND/OR INOPERABLE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY OR A NO START CONDITION. *YC Bulletin Number: 982513 EXHIBITING AN INOPERATIVE POWER WINDOW. *YC Bulletin Number: 982514 CONCERNS WITH THE TIMING ARROWS/FLAGS ON THE BACK OF THE CAMSHAFT SPROCKET (S) ARE MIS-MARKED BY AS MUCH AS 30 DEGREES ROTATION. *YC Bulletin Number: 982523 SOME ENGINE VALVES MAY EXHIBIT A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A MOAN NOISE AT IDLE. *AK Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 982675 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 Number: 982742 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A STEERING GROAN NOISE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 983112 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT NEUTRAL CONDITION AFTER DRIVING AND COMING TO A STOP. *TT Bulletin Number: 983221 EXHIBITING A VIBRATION AT SPPEDS OF 45 MPH AND ABOVE WITH THE CRUISE ON. Bulletin Number: 983496 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT B1522 OR GEM "HOOD SW" PID CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 983566 INFORMATION ON PROGRAMMING / DIAGNOSING ANY PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) RELATED ISSUES. *TT Bulletin Number: 983566 INFORMATION REGARDING PROGRAMMING / DIAGNOSING PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) RELATED ISSUES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4724 CONTAMINATED/CORRODED COOLANT, HIGH OR FLUCTUATING TEMPERATURE GAUGE. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4731 CLUNK OR PLOP COMING FROM FRONT END. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4735 HARD START/LONG CRANK. Bulletin Number: 98-4737 ENGINE SPARK KNOCK ON ACCELERATION. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4741 FUEL GAUGE ACCURACY OR FUEL GAUGE ERRATIC OPERATION. *AK Bulletin Number: 98-4803 SOME 1996-1998 TAURUS/SABLE VEHICLES WITH 3.0L 4-V ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN OF MOAN NOISE AT IDLE. Bulletin Number: 984984 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L 2-VALVE ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A SPARK KNOCK CONCERN ON ACCELERATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 985065 REPEAT MESSAGE REGARDING HARD START / LONG CRANK CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 985083 SOME VEHICLES (3.0L 4 VALVE ONLY) MAY EXHIBIT A CATALYTIC CONVERTER BUZZ OR RATTLE CONDITION ON A COLD START OR DURING A LOW RPM STEADY SPEED. *TT Bulletin Number: 9851 EXERPEINCING A MOANING NOISE HEARD FROM THE POWER STEERING DURING ENGINE IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9865 TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH NOT ENGAGING AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0741 OR P1744 STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9874 A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9884 THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE FOR MISFIRES AT HIGH ENGINE RPMS DURNG ENGINE WARM UP. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 98B18 OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM 98B18- COOLING SYSTEM BY-PASS KIT INSTALLATION. *AK Bulletin Number: 98B23 THE OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM 98B23 CONTAINED INCORRECT LABOR ALLOWANCE AND COOLANT PART NUMBER INFORMATION Bulletin Number: 98B23S1 INSTALLATION OF COOLING SYSTEM BY-PASS KIT. *TT Bulletin Number: 98B26 COOLING SYSTEM BY-PASS KIT INSTALLATION ON CERTAIN TAURUS VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L VULCAN METHANOL ENGINES. GASOLINE OR ETHANOL ENGINES ARE COVERED BY OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM 98B23.*AK Bulletin Number: 98B27 COOLANT BY-PASS KIT REPLACEMENT ON CERTAIN TAURUS VEHICLES. ENGINES PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED WITH 98B18 SERVICE BY-PASS KIT. Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99127 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1135 OR P1155 STORED IN MEMORY AND / OR A LONG CRANK / SLOW START. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99183 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION ON REVISED OIL PAN GASKET REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99184 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 Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99195 SERVICE INFORMATION FOR MUSTY AND MILDEW TYPE ODORS COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING / HEATING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99234 INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING A VEHICLE WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442 AND P0455 STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9941 EXPERIENCING A MOANING NOISE FROM THE POWER STEERING DURING ENGINE IDLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 996123 CONCERNS WITH BUZZ OR VIBRATION WITH THE GEAR SELECTOR IN PARK. *TT Bulletin Number: 996735 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 Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 99B01 EXPERIENCING A LOSS OF AIR CONDITIONING FUNCTION, DUE TO A FRACTURE OF THE COMPRESSOR'S INTERNAL ROTOR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0011970201 A BUZZ NOISE IN AX4S TRANSAXLES ON 1996/97 TAURUS/SABLE AND WINDSTARS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0011972301 BUZZ NOISE IN AX4S TRANSAXLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0042970201 FOR 1996 3.OL 2-VALVE VEHICLES STOP UPDATING THE PROCESSOR TO THE R-12 CALIBRATION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0042972301 FOR 1996 3.0L 2-VALVE VEHICLES STOP UPDATING THE PROCESSOR TO THE R-12 CALIBRATION. THIS UPDATE MAY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO STALL ON COLD ENGAGEMENT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0130970201 REMOVING OR REPLACING ONE OF THE FRONT STRUT SPRINGS ON A 1996/97 TAURUS OR SABLE VEHICLE USE ROTUNDA #014-00781 STRUT SPRING COMPRESSOR MASTER SET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0144970201 RESIDUAL BRAKE PRESSURE ON THE REAR BRAKES OF A 1996-1997 TAURUS OR SABLE, MAKE SURE TO SUPPORT THE REAR CONTROL ARMS TO REMAIN AT THE NORMAL RIDE HEIGHT POSITION. IF THE REAR CONTRAL ARM ON THE DRIVERS SIDE IS ALLOWED TO HANG ALL THE WAY D Bulletin Number: BC0152970201 WATER LEAK IN THE REAR OF A TAURUS OR SABLE WAGON, CHECK FOR WATER ENTERING IN AT THE REAR HATCH HINGES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0180970201 THE CRANKSHAFT DAMPER BOLT, FOUND UNDERNEATH THE PULLEY HAS A STANDARD RIGHT AND LEFT HAND THREAD. TO AVOID DAMAGE TO PLASTIC, AVOID USING HEAT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0196970201 NOISY FUEL PUMPS ON 1996/1997 TAURUS/SABLE VEHICLES. REVISED FUEL PUMP TO ALEVIATE NOISE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0251970201 ABS INDICATOR ILLUMINATION WITH DTC C1095. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0252970201 UNEVEN IDLE RPM, STALL, ROUGH RUNNING, SURGE, AND/OR SPARK KNOCK WHEN THE COOLING FANS COME ON AT A IDLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0253970201 OWNER GUIDE LISTS THAT THE 3.0L 2V VULCAN ENGINE USES A FL-400-S OIL FILTER AND THE 3.0L 4V DURATEC USES A FL-820-S FILTER. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0264970201 THE REAR MAIN SEAL REMOVAL TOOL LISTED IN THE SERVICE MANUAL FOR THE 3.0L 4V DURATIC AND 4.6L CONTINENTAL ENGINES, IS INCORRECT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0307972301 BATTERY GOES DEAD- CHECK THE CURRENT DRAW WITH AN AMMETER. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0307A97020 BATTERY OES DEAD OVERNIGHT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0308961101 THUMP/CLUNK NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION AREA. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0308970201 THUMP/CLUNK NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION AREA. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0308972301 THUMP/CLUNK NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION AREA. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0308A97020 THUMP/KLUNK NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION AREA. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0309970201 SURGE AT STEADY STATE CRUISE (POWER TRAIN SHUFFLE), MISFIRE CODES,STALLS AT HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0309972301 SURGE AT STEADY CRUISE (POWER TRAIN SHUFFLE), MISFIRE CODES, STALLS AT HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0503961108 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR SYSTEM INDICATORS KIT WITH DTCS C1165 AND/OR C1175. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0535961108 THE EGR TUBE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS IN SERVICE MANUAL ARE INCORRECT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0541961107 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WHISTLE CONDITION FROM THE A/C EVAPORATOR. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0680961024 VEHICLES SHIPPED W/ LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0713961021 CONCERNS OF A SURGE (POWERTRAIN SHUFFLE) AT 35-40 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0762961016 REPETITIVE THUMPING/KNOCKING NOISE PROPORTIONAL TO WHEEL SPEED WHEN BRAKING. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0850961007 CONCERNS OF VEHICLE STALL, HESITATION STUMBLE, ROUGH IDLE, MISSING, FUEL PRESSURE, OR FUEL PRESSURE RELATED CHECK THE REAR GROUND. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0851961007 PROCEDURE FOR CONCERNS OF RIDE QUALITY. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1010197020 NOISY FUEL PUMPS ON 1996/97 VEHICLES. A REVISED FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN RELEASED WITH A MODIFIED MANIFOLD OUTLET TO REDUCE NOISE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1010297020 ENGINES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A UNIQUE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY ASSEMBLY WHICH THREADS INTO THE CRANKSHAFT DAMPER USING A LEFT-HANDED THREAD. HEATING THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY WILL DAMAGE THE RUBBER COMPONENTS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC101209702 VERIFY THE TRANSAXLE INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE IS THE CORRECT MODEL AND MODEL YEAR FOR THE VEHICLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1012397020 RESIDUAL BRAKE PRESURE ON THE REAR BRAKES OF A 1996-1997 VEHICLE, MAKE SURE TO SUPPORT THE REAR CONTROL ARMS TO REMAIN AT THE NORMAL RIDE HEIGHT POSITION- SUPPORT DURING LIFTING PROCESS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1012497020 REMOVING OR REPLACING ONE OF THE FRONT STRUT SPRING ON A VEHICLE US A ROTUNDA #014-00781 STRUT SPRING COMPRESSOR MASTER SET. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1013997010 MAY HAVE NO AUDIO IN CDDJ MODE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1016397230 BUZZ NOISE IN AX4S TRANSAXLES AT ALL SPEEDS OR IDLE ON VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1019697230 REPLACING FRONT OR REAR STRUTS ON A 1996/97 VEHICLE, THE REPLACEMENT STRUT MAY APPEAR TO BE APPROXIMATELY 2" TOO SHORT WHEN COMPARED TO THE STRUT IN THE VEHICLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1021497230 WATER LEAK AT THE RIGHT FRONT FLOOR, CHECK FOR A BROKEN COWL TOP INNER PANEL SHIELD. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1025097230 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1029897020 KNOCK OR WOP NOISE FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT NEAR THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1030097020 WHISTLE OR SQUEAL NOISE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON 1997 VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 11/1/96 WITH THE 2-VALVE ENGINE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1030697020 GROAN OR MOAN NOISE FROM THE POWER STEERING WHEN RETURNING FROM A RIGHT TURN. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1032697020 VEHICLES HAVE A CABIN AIR FILTER THAT MUST BE CHANGED EVERY 15000 MILES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105739705 WHEN PERFORMING THE AIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURE, THE SERVICE MANUALS DO NOT CLEARLY STATE WHICH SIMULATORS TO USE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2224970501 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A KNOCK OR WOP NOISE IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2310970501 DEACTIVATION PROCEDURE - CLARIFICATION OF INSTRUCTIONS IN SERVICE MANUAL. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2311970501 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE REAR SUSPENSION WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2380970501 HARSH 1-2 UPSHIFT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3061970228 REPEAT POWER STEERING GRUNT/GROAN AFTER COMPLETION OF TSB 97-02-04. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3100970224 MICRON FILTER - REMINDER THAT THE FILTER MUST BE CHANGED EVERY 15000 MILES - SYMPTOMS THAT MIGHT INDICATE NEED FOR CHANGE INCLUDE POOR A/C-HEATER PERFORMANCE AND/OR WINDOW FOGGING. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3142970220 GROAN OR MOAN NOISE FROM THE POWER STEERING WHEN RETURNING FROM A RIGHT TURN. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3205970214 CONCERN OF WATER INGESTION IN ENGINE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3272970207 VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) - VEHICLE WILL NOT START WITHOUT THE CORRECT IGNITION KEY. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3410972301 WATER LEAK AT THE RIGHT FRONT FLOOR ON VEHICLES, CHECK FOR A BROKEN COWL TOP INNER PANEL SHIELD. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3482972301 REPLACING FRONT REAR STRUTS ON A VEHICLE, THE REPLACEMENT STRUT MAY APPEAR TO BE APPOXIMATELY 2" TOO SHORT. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9584961001 INFORMATION FOR CONCERNS OF GRUNT OR GROAN DURING WHEEL RETURN FROM FULL RIGHT TURN. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9683961001 PROCEDURE FOR UPDATING THE CALIBRATION FROM R-11 TO R-12 FOR STALLING ON DECEL & MISFIRE CODES ON 3.0L VEHICLES. *TT 1997 FORD TAURUS (SHO) Bulletin Number: 8016 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT LOSS OF INTEGRATED CONTROL PANEL (ICP) ILLUMINATION. **MR** 1997 FORD TAURUS SHO Bulletin Number: 00E11 SERVICE ACTION 00E11, SUPPLEMENT #1 - UPDATE INFORMATION REGARDING ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UPGRADE. *TT Bulletin Number: 00E11 SERVICE ACTION BULLETIN REGARDING ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UPGRADE. *TT Bulletin Number: 03144 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 Number: 12570 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT FRONT OUTER TIE RODS SQUEAK AND / OR POP NOISE OVER BUMPS AND / OR TURNING. *TT Bulletin Number: 13802 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT LOSS OF INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL (ICP) ILLUMINATION. *MJS Bulletin Number: 15128 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARSH 2-3 SHIFT AFTER INSTALLING A REMANUFACTURED TRANSAXLE. *SLC Bulletin Number: 5249 INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING STEERING WHEEL SHIMMY, VIBRATION OR GRUNT ON SLOW SPEED TURNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 5897 EXPERIENCING A SQUEAKING AND / OR POPPING NOISE FROM THE FRONT OUTER TIRE RODS. *TT Bulletin Number: 980314 EXPERIENCING A HARD START / LONG CRANK. *YC Bulletin Number: 99127 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1135 OR P1155 STORED IN MEMORY AND / OR A LONG CRANK / SLOW START. *TT Bulletin Number: 996123 CONCERNS WITH BUZZ OR VIBRATION WITH THE GEAR SELECTOR IN PARK. *TT 1997 FORD TEMPO Bulletin Number: BC3274970207 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 Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9666961001 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 1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 002310 SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0147 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT Bulletin Number: 0214 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 Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02208 CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH Bulletin Number: 0222 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTAKE MANIFOLD CROSSOVER (FIRST RUNNER) COOLANT SEEPAGE CONDITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 02221 ENGINE-GEAR DRIVEN SYNCHRONIZERS-INCORRECT INSTALLATION-CAMSHAFT POSITION SYNCHRONIZER (CMP) INSTALLATION TOOL CORRECT APPLICATION. *MJ Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03261 NEW SERVICE PART - NUMBER 5 NEEDLE BEARING AND RACE KIT - 4R70W TRANSMISSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 05N04 EXTENDED COVERAGE PROGRAM 05N04 - EXTENDED COVERAGE FOR COMPOSITE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THIS PROGRAM IS BEING PROVIDED AS A SETTLEMENT TO A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT. THE TERMS OF THE SETTLEMENT EXTEND THE COVERAGE OF THE ALL-COMPOSITE INTAKE MANIF Bulletin Number: 07212 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 Number: 12098 SOME VEHICLES WITH NON-FUNCTIONAL WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY REQUIRE WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13180 INFORMATION REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL CHART. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13186 INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT COVER & WATER PUMP BOLTS-TORQUE VALVE REVISION/3.8-4.2L. *MJS Bulletin Number: 6996 INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE IN THE TORQUE VALUES OF THE ENGINE FRONT COVER WATER PUMP BOLTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 6997 SOME SERVICE MANUALS MAY LIST THE INCORRECT CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR VEHICLES WITH VARIOUS ENGINE SIZES. *TT Bulletin Number: 870197 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 Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96226 AIR CONDITIONING - COMPRESSOR FAILURE - INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF REFRIGERANT OIL. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962511 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96252 LOCKS - REPLACE AND/OR REPAIR ANY LOCK COMPONENT - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 97050110617 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE ILLUMINATION OF THE ENGINE COOLING INDICATOR LIGHT. *TW Bulletin Number: 97090297184 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE STATIC IN THE AM BAND OF THE RADIO WHILE DRIVING. *YC Bulletin Number: 97111097234 VEHICLES EXHIBITING A "SQUEAKING" OR "CHIRPING" FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW BLOWER MOTOR SPEEDS. *YC Bulletin Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9751 INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9753 VIBRATION- TIRES- VIBRATION FELT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS- VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 12/20/96 EQUIPPED WITH 16 INCH GOODYEAR TIRES. *JD Bulletin Number: 97610 BLOWER MOTOR- "CHIRPING" OR "SQUEAKING" FROM BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW SPEEDS. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9773 VIBRATION- SHUDDER OR VIBRATION UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35 MPH) WHILE IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AODE OR 4R70W TRANSMISSION. *JD Bulletin Number: 97M91 INFORMATION REGARDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE FOR INTAKE MANIFOLD MALFUNCTIONS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 98163 LOCKS FAILED. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 98216 A STEERING WHEEL MOVEMENT FELT WHEN DRIVING OVER ROUGH SURFACES. Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 982312 ISSUES REGAREDING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTCS ) P0705, P0708, P1704, AND / OR P1705 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *YC Bulletin Number: 982323 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 983107 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING ENGINES BEING ADDED TO THE FQR (FORD QUALITY RENEWAL) ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. *TT Bulletin Number: 983108 EFFECTIVE MARCH 2, 1998M3.8L ENGINE ASSEMBLY IS ADDED TO FQR(FORD QUALITY RENEWAL) ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. *AK Bulletin Number: 983224 SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE WATER CONTAMINATION IN THE AIR FILTER AND / OR THE MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 9834 AIR INLET-WATER IN AIR INLET ELBOW-MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATES DUE TO WATER CONTAMINATION OF AIR FILTER AND/OR MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR (MAF)- VEHICLE SWITH 4.6L ENGINE. *AK Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 985111 SOME VEHICLES WITH NON-FUNCTIONAL WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY REQUIRE WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A18 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE ROUGHNESS (BRAKE PEDAL PULSATION, STEERING WHEEL SHAKE AND / OR NIBBLE) UNDER LIGHT BRAKE APPLICATIONS FROM 105 TO 0 KM/H (65 TO 0 MPH). *YC Bulletin Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9874 A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC Bulletin Number: 9887 EXPERIENCING A TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SHUDDER OR VIBRATION. *YC Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 99129 INFORMATION ON "WHINING" / "BUZZING" NOISE COMING THROUGH ENTERTAINMENT OR TWO-WAY RADIO SPEAKER CAUSED BY THE FUEL PUMP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99131 CONCERNS WITH ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99207 SUBJECT ON ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO THE ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99242 INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9996 EXPERIENCING A DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, PRIMARILY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS COLD ON VEHICLES WITH FORD QALITY REMANUFACTURED (FQR) 4R70W TRANSMISSION EXCHANGE UNITS WITH JULIAN BUILD BETWEEN 062-97 AND 040-99. *TT Bulletin Number: 99B29 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE ENGINE COOLANT LEAKS AT THE ENGINE FRONT COVER GASKET. OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM PROVIDING REPLACEMENT OF THE ENGINE FRONT COVER GASKET. *TT Bulletin Number: 99B29#1 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACMENT OF ENGINE FRONT COVER GASKET. **MR Bulletin Number: BC0192970201 LOW COOLANT LIGHT STAYS ON. THE LOW FLUIDS MODULE IN THE CLUSTER NOT MAKING ELECTRICAL CONTACT WTH THE FLEX CURCUIT IN THE CLUSTER. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0226970201 ERRATIC SHIFTHING OF THE TRANSMISSION. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0407961115 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING DIAGNOSED FAILED PARTS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0490961112 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING DIAGNOSED FAILED COMPONENT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC0696961023 CONCERNS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) W/ CODES P0300 THRU P0308 & ENG RUNES ROUGH/MISSES. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0810961011 VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AODE OR 4R70W TRANS HAS A CONCERN OF SHUDDER FROM THE TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR OR DURING 3-4 SHIFT. *TT Bulletin Number: BC1023897230 VEHICLE EXHIBITS A PULL WHILE BRAKING, FOLLOW PROCEDURES OUTLINED IN 06-00-4 & PINPOINT TEST "A" ON 06-00-5 OF THE 1997 SERVICE MANUAL. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1024397230 VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN AUGUST 1996 AND JANUARY 1997 MAY EXHIBIT FLASHING LOW COOLANT AND LOW WASHER FLUID LAMPS AFTER ENGINE START.JD Bulletin Number: BC105709705 INSTRUCTIONS FOR RE-INSTALLING LOOSE FENDER CLADDING. *TW Bulletin Number: BC105869705 OCCASIONAL FLASHING OF THE LOW COOLANT AND LOW WASHER FLUID WARNING LAMPS SIMULTANEOUSLY DURING LOW TEMPERATURES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2291970501 COMPLAINTS OF FLASHING LOW COOLANT AND LOW WASHER FLUID WARNING LAMPS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2364970501 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REMOVING AND REINSTALLING A LOOSE FENDER CLADDING. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3243970210 ENGINE COOLING LIGHT ON - POSSIBLE OIL LEAK AT UPPER JAM NUT ON THE UPPER TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3274970207 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 Number: BC3281970206 VEHICLES EXHIBIT A PULL WHILE BRAKING - CHECK FOR KINKED BRAKE LINES , REPLACE IF NECESSARY - REPLACE LOWER ARM AND STRUT BUSHINGS ON THE SIDE THE VEHICLE PULL TO. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3285970206 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT FLASHINIG COOLANT AND LOW WASHER FLUID LAMPS AFTER ENGINE START AND DURING EXTREMELY LOW TEMPERATURES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3288970206 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A COLD START ENGINE FEAD BELT CHIRP NOISE. *TW Bulletin Number: BC5195961001 FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9714961101 DIAGNOSTIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICING EVAPORATIVE EMISSION PURGE FLOW SYSTEM. *TW 1997 FORD WINDSOR Bulletin Number: 982515 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A RATTLE NOISE FROM LH OR RH FRONT DOOR, GLASS-RUN RETAINER. *YC Bulletin Number: 982675 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 1997 FORD WINDSTAR Bulletin Number: CLIMATE CONTROL IS INVESTIGATING CONCERNS OF BROKEN AND OR BINDING BLEND DOORS ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 0015 INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 01124 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 Number: 01156 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 01157 INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC Bulletin Number: 011701 INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT APPLICATION CHART. *ET Bulletin Number: 01171 TRANSAXLE - AX4S - REPLACEMENT APPLICATION CHART - WINDSTAR VEHICLES ONLY. *NLM Bulletin Number: 01181 BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB Bulletin Number: 01205 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 Number: 01246 ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 0147 SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT Bulletin Number: 02132 GRUNT / POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION AT SPEEDS BELOW 20 MPH WHEN TURNING. *TT Bulletin Number: 0214 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 Number: 02152 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A POPPING / GRINDING NOISE FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS OR MAKING TURNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 02176 LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ Bulletin Number: 02208 CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH Bulletin Number: 02221 ENGINE-GEAR DRIVEN SYNCHRONIZERS-INCORRECT INSTALLATION-CAMSHAFT POSITION SYNCHRONIZER (CMP) INSTALLATION TOOL CORRECT APPLICATION. *MJ Bulletin Number: 03123 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 Number: 03148 NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT Bulletin Number: 03181 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 03203 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 Number: 0398 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 Number: 042107 GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 04L23 LITERATURE PROGRAM 04L23. CUSTOMER MAINTENANCE REMINDER - ALUMINUM WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE. *TT Bulletin Number: 11474 SOME MODEL YEAR VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF REAR END NOISE OVER BUMPS. *TT Bulletin Number: 11505 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 Number: 12099 VEHICLES WITH THE AX4S TRANSAXLE HAVE AN INLINE TRANSMISSION COOLER BYPASS VALVE LOCATED IN THE COOLER LINE NEAR THE RADIATOR COOLER. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12114 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT END GRIND/CRUNCH NOISE DURING A SLOW SPEED TURN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12174 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12178 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 Number: 12227 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 Number: 12230 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 Number: 12559 CONCERNS WITH REVERSE CLUTCH THAT COULD BECOME SHEARED OR TORN IN EXTREMELY COLD TEMPERATURES. *TT Bulletin Number: 12616 INFORMATION ON TRANSAXLE SERVICE CASE REPLACEMENT WITH OSS (OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED SENSOR) HOLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 12808 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ABS (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) LOW SPEED FALSE ACTIVATION WITH NO DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE). *TT Bulletin Number: 13024 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 Number: 13180 INFORMATION REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL CHART. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13186 INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT COVER & WATER PUMP BOLTS-TORQUE VALVE REVISION/3.8-4.2L. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13242 INFORMATION REGARDING TSB 97-20-08 FOR 3.8L ENGINES ONLY. *MJS Bulletin Number: 13309 SOME VEHICLES WITH 3.8L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT BLACK SOOT ON THE LOWER SECTION OF THE RIGHT REAR QUARTER PANEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 13931 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 Number: 14222 CONCERNS WITH SUBFRAME CLUNK ON ACCELERATION / DECELERATION FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE. *TT Bulletin Number: 14656 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 Number: 14773 INFORMATION ON INDEXING ORANGE DOT ON TORQUE CONVERTER TO FLEXPLATE. *TT Bulletin Number: 15370 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GROAN/BUZZ/VIBRATION WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR IS IN PARK. *TT Bulletin Number: 15373 SOME VEHICLES MAY RUN ROUGH AT CRUISE OR MOMENTARILY AFTER STOPPING, A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT,AND P030X CODES. *TT Bulletin Number: 15392 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A PARK PULLOUT CLUNK NOISE WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO ANOTHER GEAR POSITION. *TT Bulletin Number: 15682 EXHIBITING INTERMITTENT ANTI-SKID BRAKE SYSTEM AND / OR RED BRAKE LAMP ON AT TIMES WHILE DRIVING. *TT Bulletin Number: 15719 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 Number: 15767 SUBJECT REGARDING POWER STEERING LINE PART ORDERING INFORMATION. *TT Bulletin Number: 16987 SLIGHT AMOUNT OF FLUID RESIDUE ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE REAR WHEEL CYLINDER DUST BOOT ON VEHICLES WITH REAR DRUM BRAKES. *TT Bulletin Number: 17358 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 Number: 4639 INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING CHECK ENGINE LAMP ON AND MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0300 - P0306. *TT Bulletin Number: 5131 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 Number: 5203 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT Bulletin Number: 5518 INFORMATION ON SERVICING OIL PAN GASKET LEAKS. *TT Bulletin Number: 6392 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ABS (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) LOW SPEED FALSE ACTIVATION WITH NO (DTC) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6996 INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE IN THE TORQUE VALUES OF THE ENGINE FRONT COVER WATER PUMP BOLTS. *TT Bulletin Number: 6997 SOME SERVICE MANUALS MAY LIST THE INCORRECT CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR VEHICLES WITH VARIOUS ENGINE SIZES. *TT Bulletin Number: 7120 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT BLACK SOOT EMITTED FROM THE TAILPIPE LEAVING DEPOSITS ON RIGHT REARL LOWER QUARTER PANEL. *TT Bulletin Number: 8249 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 Number: 870197 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 Number: 96221 WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW Bulletin Number: 962214 SERVICE MANUAL - POWERTRAIN CONTROL/EMISSIONS DIAGNOSIS (PC/ED) ON BOARD DIAGNOSIS II (OBD II) - COVER PAGE REPLACEMENT TO INCLUDE 1997 WINDSTAR. *TW Bulletin Number: 96222 BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96225 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 96246 WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW Bulletin Number: 96249 TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962612 TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW Bulletin Number: 962613 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 Number: 97110 SUSPENSION-DIAGNOSTIC AAN INSPECTION FOR FRONT SUSPENSION NOISE (S)- SERVICE TIP. *AK TIP. Bulletin Number: 971110972311 CONDITIONS WITH NOISE COMING FROM THE RIGHT UPPER A-PILLAR AREA DURING TURNS. *YC Bulletin Number: 97111097234 VEHICLES EXHIBITING A "SQUEAKING" OR "CHIRPING" FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW BLOWER MOTOR SPEEDS. *YC Bulletin Number: 97111097237 CONCERNS WITH HARSH ENGAGEMENTS AND HARSH SHIFTS WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 628, P0741 AND/OR P1744. *YC Bulletin Number: 97115 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 Number: 97120897251 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 Number: 97211 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 Number: 9735 AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 9751 INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD Bulletin Number: 97511 FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97516 ENGINE- 3.8L - "CHIRPING" NOISE DURING NORMAL ENGINE OPERATION. *JD Bulletin Number: 97610 BLOWER MOTOR- "CHIRPING" OR "SQUEAKING" FROM BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW SPEEDS. *JD Bulletin Number: 97624 AIR CONDITIONING- WATER DRIPPING ONTO FLOOR DRAIN TUBE DURING A/C SYSTEM OPERATION. *JD Bulletin Number: 9768 FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD Bulletin Number: 9775 HOOD- SERVICE REPAIR TIPS. *JD Bulletin Number: 980304 INTERMITTENT NO FORWARD ENGAGEMENT WITH OR WITHOUT DTC P1784 ACTION. *AK Bulletin Number: 980311 CHECK ENGINE LAMP ON AND MISFIRE DTC (S) P0300-P0306. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-0316 CONCERNS WITH SLOW FUEL FILL, DISTORTED FUEL TANK, FUEL GAGE ERRATIC, FUEL ODOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811349 VEHICLES WITH POWER DOOR LOCKS MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT OPERATION OR GRIND WHEN CYCLED. *TT Bulletin Number: 9811484 SOME HIGH MILEAGE VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF INOPERATIVE OVERDRIVE CANCEL LIGHT. *TT Bulletin Number: 98125 VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT A "WHISTLING" NOISE HEARD FROM THE A/C PLENUM. *TT Bulletin Number: 98127 EXPERIENCING ACCELERATOR PEDAL "BUZZING" NOISE AND / OR EXHAUST "DRONING" NOISE AT APPROXIMATELY 1700 RPM WHLE DRIVING. *TT Bulletin Number: 9814 SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 981512 A DIRECT REPLACEMENT PART FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY. AK Bulletin Number: 981519 TRACTION CONTROL LAMP FLASING INTERMITTENTLY WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES U1009 AND/OR U1027. *AK Bulletin Number: 98153 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 Number: 981617 FLOOR MAT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE SERVICE TIP. YD Bulletin Number: 982010 EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC Bulletin Number: 982011 CONCERNS OF WEBBING TWISTS OR BINDS ON INTEGRATED CHILD SAFETY SEAT (ICS) BELT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98221 INTERMITTENT NEUTRAL CONDITION AFTER DRIVING AND COMING TO A STOP. *YC Bulletin Number: 982310 MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK Bulletin Number: 98246 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC Bulletin Number: 982465 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 Number: 982511 SERVICE TIPS ON COMPOSITE FUEL RAIL. *YC Bulletin Number: 982512 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF INOPERATIVE OVERDRIVE CANCEL LIGHT. *YC Bulletin Number: 982535 EXHIBITING A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF REAR END NOISE OVER BUMPS. *YC Bulletin Number: 98259 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 Number: 982675 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 Number: 982677 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH PITCH WHISTLE FROM THE HEATER CORE HOUSING CASE. *YC Bulletin Number: 983094 SOME VEHICLES WITH POWER DOOR LOCKS MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT OPERATION OR GRIND WHEN CYCLED. *TT Bulletin Number: 9831 REPAIRS TO VINYL COVERED SURFACES. *YC Bulletin Number: 983101 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NOISE WHILE TURNING OR BRAKING. *TT Bulletin Number: 983108 EFFECTIVE MARCH 2, 1998M3.8L ENGINE ASSEMBLY IS ADDED TO FQR(FORD QUALITY RENEWAL) ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. *AK Bulletin Number: 9833 SERVICE TIPS FOR SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING. *YC Bulletin Number: 983303 CONCERNS OF BROKEN AND OR BINDING BLEND DOOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 983581 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CONDITIONS OF EXHAUST DRONE AT 1700 RPM. *TT Bulletin Number: 98416 EXPERIENCING A GRINDING NOISE OR INOPERATIVE DOOR LOCK MAY OCCUR WHEN CYCLING THE POWER FRONT DOOR LOCKS ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9845 AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC Bulletin Number: 98-4723 ENGINE CHECK LAMP ON, AND MISFIRE DTC (S) PO300-PO306 ACTION. Bulletin Number: 985020 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 Number: 985086 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CUSTOMER CONCERN DESCRIBED AS AN AIR CONDITIONER HISS NOISE. *TT Bulletin Number: 985137 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FRONT END GRIND / CRUNCH NOISE DURING A SLOW SPEED TURN. *TT Bulletin Number: 98515 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAKING, RATTLING, CHIRPING, TICKING AND / OR BUZZING NOISE HEARD FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AREA. *YC Bulletin Number: 9852 INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9855 WET CARPET AND/OR HEADLINER IN CARGO AREA. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A11 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A28 SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCE THE PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT RELEASE. *YC Bulletin Number: 985A48 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 Number: 985A5 HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC Bulletin Number: 9864 INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 9873 EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT Bulletin Number: 9888 INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC Bulletin Number: 99111 INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT Bulletin Number: 991210 FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99129 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 Number: 9913073 CLIMATE CONTROL IS INVESTIGATING CONCERNS OF BROKEN AND / OR BINDING BLEND DOORS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99131 CONCERNS WITH ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99139 CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT Bulletin Number: 99152 INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT Bulletin Number: 99183 SERVICE TIP INFORMATION ON REVISED OIL PAN GASKET REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT Bulletin Number: 99184 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 Number: 99194 INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT Bulletin Number: 99195 SERVICE INFORMATION FOR MUSTY AND MILDEW TYPE ODORS COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING / HEATING SYSTEM. *TT Bulletin Number: 99196 INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT Bulletin Number: 99207 SUBJECT ON ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING INTO THE ENGINE OIL ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT Bulletin Number: 99222 SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT Bulletin Number: 9943 INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT Bulletin Number: 996735 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 Number: 99-8-15 SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Bulletin Number: 99816 FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0011970201 A BUZZ NOISE IN AX4S TRANSAXLES ON 1996/97 TAURUS/SABLE AND WINDSTARS. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0011972301 BUZZ NOISE IN AX4S TRANSAXLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0083970201 IF RED BRAKE LAMP OR THE YELLOW ABS LAMP IS ON, VERIFY THE MASTER CYLINDER IS FULL WITH BRAKE FLUID. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0122970201 UNIQUE COLD START UP STRATEGY THAT WILL RAISE INITIAL COLD FAST IDLE TO 2100 RPM. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0141970201 VERIFY THE TRANSAXLE INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE IS THE CORRECT MODEL AND MODEL YEAR FOR THE VEHICLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC0680961024 VEHICLES SHIPPED W/ LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC0990961021 INFORMATION ON ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE OIL PAN, FRONT COVER &/OR THE FRONT & REAR CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC101209702 VERIFY THE TRANSAXLE INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE IS THE CORRECT MODEL AND MODEL YEAR FOR THE VEHICLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1013097020 COLD START UP STRATEGY THAT WILL RAISE INITIAL COLD FAST IDLE TO 2100 RPM. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1013697020 INOPERTIVE AUTOLOCK SYSTEM. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1014497020 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 Number: BC1016397230 BUZZ NOISE IN AX4S TRANSAXLES AT ALL SPEEDS OR IDLE ON VEHICLES. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1017197230 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 Number: BC1022097230 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 Number: BC1024997230 A HARSH 1-2 SHIFT ON LIGHT THROTTLE, AT NORMAL SHIFT SPEEDS OF 10-15 MPH. *JD Bulletin Number: BC1031597020 POWER STEERING LINE LEAKS ON 95/96 3.8L TRAILER TOW EQUIPPED TUBE AND FIN COOLER SYSTEMS SEE OASIS MESSAGE 4685. *JD Bulletin Number: BC105909705 INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO IDENTIFY FUEL TANK SIZES. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2295970501 INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO IDENTIFY 20 GALLON OR 25 GALLON FUEL TANKS - 1996 SERVICE MANUAL INCORRECTLY LISTS FUEL TANK AT 16 GALLONS. *TW Bulletin Number: BC2380970501 HARSH 1-2 UPSHIFT. *TW Bulletin Number: BC3274970207 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 Number: BC3370972301 THE ILLUMINATION OF MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT, ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1131, P1151, P1132, P1152. *JD Bulletin Number: BC3381972301 ADAPTERS ARE AVAILABLE TO CONVERT VEHICLE "J HOOK" WINDSHIELD WIPER ARMS TO A CONVENTIONAL PIN STYLE. *JD Bulletin Number: BC5197961001 SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE BEEN SHIPPED W/ A LOW TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL. *TT Bulletin Number: BC9666961001 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 Number: BPI9904 CONDITIONS WITH THE TRAC OFF LAMP ILLUMINATING INTERMITTENTLY AND THER MAY ALSO BE STORED TROUBLE CODES U1009 AND / OR U1027. 1997 FORD ZX2 (ESCORT) Bulletin Number: 0059 SUBJECT CONCERNING THE IDLE-VIBRATION- 2.0L AND ZETEC ENGINES- SERVICE TIP. *MJS Bulletin Number: 0069 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GRINDING NOISE WHILE BRAKING, BRAKE DRAG AND/OR UNEVEN FRONT BRAKE PAD WEAR MAY OCCUR. *MJS Bulletin Number: 12295 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON, STALL AT TIP-IN FROM IDLE, ENGINE HESITATION, AND / OR SURGE CAUSED BY THE MASS AIR FLOW (MAF) SENSOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 12594 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT TRANSMISSION AND / OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON CONCERNS RELATING TO THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TR). *TT Bulletin Number: 12834 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID. *TT Bulletin Number: 13160 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT TRANSMISSION AND / OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON CONCERNS RELATING TO THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION RANGER SENSOR (TRS). *TT Bulletin Number: 13162 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1744. *TT Bulletin Number: 15256 SOME VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES MAY EXHIBIT A CLUNK NOISE ON INITIAL REVERSE ENGAGEMENT COLD. *TT Bulletin Number: 5381 BRIEF INFORMATION STATING THAT THE NGS FUEL ECONOMY TEST ON SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. *TT Bulletin Number: 6416 BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID APPEARANCE. *TT Bulletin Number: 6932 SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT TRANSMISSION AND / OR MIL ON CONCERNS RELATING TO THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR. *TT Bulletin Number: 6934 CONCERNS WITH A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1744. *TT Bulletin Number: 98204 A PORTION OF FOAM TAPE AT THE WINDSHIELD AND INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) MAY BE STICKING OUT ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC Recalls for 1997 Ford
1997 FORD AEROMAX NHTSA Campaign ID: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 04/29/1996 - 12/21/1997 Potential Units Affected: 1687 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL WABCO AIR DRYER. THE AIR BRAKE SYSTEM WAS PLUMBED SO THAT THE SYSTEMS DID NOT PROVIDE AIR RESERVOIR ISOLATION. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS."
Consequence:
THE AIR BRAKE RESERVOIR PRESSURE COULD BE DEPLETED, ACTIVATING THE EMERGENCY SPRING BRAKE. WITH THE EMERGENCY SPRING BRAKE DEPLOYED, THE VEHICLE WOULD STOP AND COULD NOT BE MOVED UNTIL THE BRAKE AIR SYSTEM WAS REPAIRED.
Action:
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE AIR LINE PLUMBING TO INSTALL A CHECK VALVE.
1997 FORD AEROMAX NHTSA Campaign ID: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:LOW PRESSURE WARNING Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 03/31/1995 - 07/29/1996 Potential Units Affected: 500 Defect Description:
THE AIR BRAKE SYSTEM WAS MANUFACTURED HAVING AIR BRAKE PRESSURE RELEASE TIMES OF APPROXIMATELY 1.5 SECONDS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS."
Consequence:
THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN SLIGHT TRAILER BRAKE DRAG AND TIRE SCUFFING INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A QUICK RELEASE VALVE IN THE AIR PRESSURE RELEASE SYSTEMS.
1997 FORD AEROSTAR NHTSA Campaign ID: POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 01/31/1992 - 01/20/1997 Potential Units Affected: 75000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ALL WHEEL DRIVE PASSENGER MINIVANS. THESE VEHICLES CAN DEVELOP POWERTRAIN BENDING RESONANCE OR TRANSFER CASE OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING DISPLACEMENT. THE POWERTRAIN BENDING RESONANCE OR THE OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING DISPLACEMENT CAN RESULT IN STRUCTURAL FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION AND/OR TRANSFER CASE. FLUID EXPLUSION, DRIVESHAFT SEPARATION OR LOSS OF VEHICLE DRIVE CAN RESULT.
Consequence:
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, AND, IF THE EXPELLED FLUID CONTACTS THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW TRANSFER CASE REAR OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING AND AN ALUMINUM DRIVESHAFT WILL BE INSTALLED.
1997 FORD AEROSTAR NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/14/1996 - 08/22/1997 Potential Units Affected: 36500 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES. AN ACCELERATOR CABLE WAS KINKED DURING INSTALLATION, CAUSING THE CORE WIRES TO EVENTUALLY FRAY.
Consequence:
THIS COULD INCREASE THE FRICTION IN THE CABLE, CAUSING THE THROTTLE TO BE SLOW TO RETURN TO IDLE. THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW ACCELERATOR CABLE.
1997 FORD AEROSTAR NHTSA Campaign ID: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/12/1991 - 08/22/1997 Potential Units Affected: 762201 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH A HIGHER THAN SPECIFIED ELECTRICAL LOAD THROUGH THE ACCESSORY POWER FEED CIRCUIT. THE POTENTIAL FOR CONTACT BETWEEN THE B2 (BATTERY), A2 (ACCESSORY), AND P1 (PROOF) CIRCUITS CAN OCCUR, CREATING A SHORT CIRCUIT, ALLOWING CURRENT TO FLOW THROUGH THE GROUND WIRE.
Consequence:
THIS CAN CAUSE OVER HEATING AND THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A JUMPER HARNESS WITH A RELAY WHICH WILL RE-ROUTE AND ACTIVATE ALL A2 ACCESSORIES THROUGH THE RELAY.
1997 FORD CONTOUR NHTSA Campaign ID: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:CONTROLS/WIRING Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/01/1994 - 02/07/1997 Potential Units Affected: 566979 Defect Description:
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: 1995-1997 FORD CONTOUR AND MERCURY MYSTIQUE VEHICLES. THE HEATER BLOWER RESISTOR COULD OVERHEAT CAUSING THE ATTACHED ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR TO MELT.
Consequence:
THIS COULD CREATE THE POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE.
Action:
FORD WILL PROVIDE ADDITIONAL WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE HEATER BLOWER SWITCH FOR 10 YEARS FROM ORIGINAL DATE OF SALE OF THE VEHICLE OR 150,000 MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW HEATER BLOWER RESISTOR AND A NEW WIRE JUMPER HARNESS FREE OF CHARGE.
1997 FORD CONTOUR NHTSA Campaign ID: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 04/20/1995 - 08/24/1998 Potential Units Affected: 605581 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TERMINALS AT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AND WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR CAN EXPERIENCE HEAT DAMAGE AS A RESULT OF OVERHEATING.
Consequence:
THE DAMAGE COULD RESULT IN DISTORTION OF THE TERMINAL CAUSING AN OPEN CIRCUIT IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATION, PARKING LAMP, AND TAIL LAMP CIRCUITS.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A HEADLAMP SWITCH WIRING CONNECTOR CONTAINING BRONZE TERMINALS AND AN INSPECTION, AND REPLACEMENT IF NECESSARY, OF THE HEADLAMP SWITCH.
1997 FORD CONTOUR NHTSA Campaign ID: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 06/01/1996 - 05/31/1998 Potential Units Affected: 342962 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN MY 1996-1998 PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT AT THE KANSAS CITY, CUAUTITLAN ASSEMBLY PLANTS OR ON MY 1999 PASSENGER VEHCLES BUILT AT THE AUTOMOTIVE ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL ASSEMBLY PLANTS, THE ROUGH SURFACE OF THE HEATER BLOWER RESISTOR'S STAINLESS STEEL BLADES CAN DAMAGE THE COPPER SURFACE OF THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR. THE DAMAGE COULD, OVER TIME, CAUSE INCREASED RESISTANCE IN THE CONNECTOR AND, DUE TO SUBSEQUENT TERMINAL RELAXATION, RESULT IN AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION.
Consequence:
THE OPEN CIRCUIT COULD LEAD TO ELECTRICAL ARCING THAT COULD MELT THE CONNECTOR HOUSING MATERIAL CREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW HEATER BLOWER RESISTOR AND A NEW WIRE JUMPER HARNESS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 29, 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.
1997 FORD CONTOUR NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 04/18/1996 - 12/17/1996 Potential Units Affected: 1800 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: BI-FUEL VEHICLES MODIFIED TO RUN ON EITHER GASOLINE OR COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG). THE NATURAL GAS FUEL TANKS HAVE A SOLENOID SHUT-OFF VALVE THAT STOPS FUEL FLOW FROM THE FUEL TANK IN THE EVENT OF CERTAIN MODERATE TO SEVERE COLLISIONS. IF THE VEHICLE IS IN A COLLISION AND THE NATURAL GAS FUEL LINE IS DAMAGED, THE SYSTEM COULD LEAK NATURAL GAS.
Consequence:
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Action:
FORD HAS REQUESTED OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES TO HAVE THE CNG FUEL SYSTEM DISABLED UNDER A PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGN AND TO ONLY USE GASOLINE FUEL UNTIL A PERMANENT CORRECTIVE ACTION IS DEVELOPED. OWNERS ARE BEING ALERTED TO THIS SOLENOID VALVE CONCERN AT THIS TIME. THE TIMING OF CORRECTIVE ACTIONS IS BEING DELAYED TO ALLOW BOTH CONDITIONS TO BE REMEDIED AT ONE TIME. IN THE MEANTIME, THERE IS NOT RISK AS LONG AS THE NATURAL GAS SYSTEM HAS BEEN DISABLED AND THE VHEICLE IS ONLY OPERATED ON GASOLINE.
1997 FORD CONTOUR NHTSA Campaign ID: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 04/01/1996 - 08/24/1998 Potential Units Affected: 436200 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES NOT EQUIPPED WITH THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS). A PRESSURE CONSCIOUS REDUCING VALVE (PCRV) IN THE REAR BRAKES MAY BE SUBJECT TO CORROSION AND RESULT IN MALFUNCTION, WHEN OPERATED IN AREAS THAT USE SALT COMPOUNDS ON THE ROADWAY FOR DE-ICING OR DUST CONTROL.
Consequence:
IF BOTH PCRV'S MALFUNCTION, VEHICLE HANDLING COULD BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED DURING BRAKING AS A RESULT OF THE REAR WHEELS LOCKING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL IMPROVED PCRV'S IN THE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM. THIS RECALL WAS EXPANDED IN SEPTEMBER 2000 TO INCLUDE 1999 AND 2000 FORD CONTOUR, MERCURY MYSTIQUE AND COUGAR VEHICLES.
1997 FORD CONTOUR NHTSA Campaign ID: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 07/18/1994 - 01/12/1998 Potential Units Affected: 175000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FLOOR SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL CAN BE DAMAGED IF SUBJECTED TO CERTAIN INTERIOR CLEANING PRODUCTS. THE GEAR POSITION INDICATOR CAN DETERIORATE AND NOT CORRECTLY INDICATE THE ACTUAL GEAR POSITION.
Consequence:
THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN INCORRECT GEAR SELECTION.
Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLOOR SHIFT CONTROL.
1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA NHTSA Campaign ID: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 03/01/1991 - 10/07/1996 Potential Units Affected: 125000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: POLICE AND TAXI VEHICLES. THE HOOD LATCH STRIKER CAN WEAR OR BECOME DETACHED FROM THE HOOD.
Consequence:
EITHER OF THESE CONDITIONS CAN RESULT IN THE HOOD OPENING WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING OPERATED IMPAIRING THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED HOOD LATCH STRIKER (VEHICLES WITH 1992 MODEL HOODS) OR REVISED STRIKER PLATE ATTACHING FASTENERS (VEHICLES WITH 1993-1997 MODEL HOODS).
1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA NHTSA Campaign ID: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 03/19/1997 - Potential Units Affected: 43626 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH ELECTRONIC TRACTION CONTROL, THE REAR BRAKE LINE MAY CHAFE DUE TO CONTACT BETWEEN IT AND A FLOOR PAN STIFFENING RIB, AND A BRAKE FLUID LEAK MAY OCCUR.
Consequence:
THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY DEVELOP A "SPONGY" FEEL AND DROPS OF BRAKE FLUID MAY BE OBSERVED BENEATH THE VEHICLE. OVER TIME BRAKE PERFORMANCE MAY BE COMPROMISED AND STOPPING DISTANCES COULD BE EXTENDED WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SUBJECT VEHICLES FOR CONTACT BETWEEN THE BRAKE TUBE AND FLOOR PAN STIFFENING RIB. IF CONTACT IS EVIDENT, BUT NO ABRASION OR LEAKS EXIST, THE BRAKE TUBE WILL BE REPOSITIONED TO PRECLUDE FURTHER CONTACT AND POTENTIAL ABRASION. IF INDICATION OF ABRASION OR A LEAK IS EVIDENT, DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE BRAKE LINE. THIS CAMPAIGN BEGAN ON JULY 15, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 02/05/1992 - 02/28/1998 Potential Units Affected: 3600000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. OWNERS OF THE PASSENGER CARS INCLUDED IN THIS CAMPAIGN WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED AS AN INTERIM REPAIR. AS SOON AS REPAIR PARTS ARE AVAILABLE (EXPECTED OCTOBER 2007), OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN TO THE DEALERS FOR INSTALLATION OF A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 13, 2007, AND MAILING COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.
1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 4218 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN NATURAL GAS VEHICLES, IF A FLAME FROM A VEHICLE INTERIOR FIRE BECOMES LOCALLY DIRECTED AT THE NATURAL GAS FUEL TANK LOCATED IMMEDIATELY BEHIND THE REAR SEAT, THE FLAME COULD DAMAGE THE FIBERGLASS WRAP ON THE TANK WEAKENING THE TANK.
Consequence:
IF THE STRENGTH OF THE TANK IS SIGNIFICANTLY COMPROMISED, IT COULD RUPTURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN INSULATOR BEHIND THE CURRENT SEAT BACK. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JANUARY 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 07/01/1992 - 10/21/2002 Potential Units Affected: 350000 Defect Description:
IN ORDER TO ENHANCE POLICE OFFICE SAFETY, MODEL YEAR 1992-2003 CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTOR (CVPI) VEHICLES WILL BE EQUIPPED WITH SHIELDS DESIGNED TO HELP PROTECT THE FUEL TANK IN HIGH-SPEED REAR-IMPACT CRASHES. FORD ALSO WILL BE OFFERING AN OPTIONAL TRUNK PACKAGE DESIGNED TO IMPROVE THE SAFE TRANSPORT OF SHARP-EDGED, HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THESE VEHICLES.
Consequence:
SOME HIGH-SPEED REAR-IMPACT CRASHES HAVE RESULTED IN FUEL TANK PUNCTURES AND FIRES IN CVPI VEHICLES.
Action:
FORD HAS ADVISED US THAT SHIELD KITS HAVE BEEN AVAILABLE SINCE LATE OCTOBER AND WILL BE INSTALLED ON POLICE INTERCEPTOR VEHICLES AT NO COST. THE OPTIONAL TRANK PACKAGE WILL BE AVAILABLE BY THE END OF 2002. FORD HAS ESTABLISHED A NEW WEB SITE AT WWW.CVPI.COM TO ANSWER ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SAFE USE OF CPVI VEHICLES.
1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA NHTSA Campaign ID: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1129 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES USING AFTERMARKET FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE SOLD BY FORD PARTS DEPARTMENTS FROM JANUARY 1, THROUGH JUNE 13, 2000. THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." THE EQUIPMENT INVOLVED IS SERVICE STOCK SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES, MODEL NOS. H 9977, H 9979, T 9063, AND T 9217, BUILT BY TRW VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEMS, INC. (TRW) MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1, 1998 THROUGH MAY 21, 2000. SOME OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED AS SERVICE REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT ON THE VEHICLES INVOLVED IN THE RECALL.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION, THESE SEAT BELTS MAY NOT RESTRAIN AN OCCUPANT INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES AND REPLACE THE SERVICE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE INSTALLED IN THESE VEHICLES FROM JANUARY 1 THROUGH JUNE 13, 2000.
1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA NHTSA Campaign ID: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1167 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES USING AFTERMARKET DRIVER'S SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE SOLD BY FORD PARTS DEPARTMENTS FROM JANUARY 1, THROUGH JUNE 13, 2000. THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." THE EQUIPMENT INVOLVED IS SERVICE STOCK SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES, MODEL NOS. H 9977, H 9979, T 9063, AND T 9217, BUILT BY TRW VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEMS, INC. (TRW) MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1, 1998 THROUGH MAY 21, 2000. SOME OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED AS SERVICE REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT ON THE VEHICLES INVOLVED IN THE RECALL.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION, THESE SEAT BELTS MAY NOT RESTRAIN AN OCCUPANT INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES AND REPLACE THE SERVICE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE INSTALLED IN THESE VEHICLES FROM JANUARY 1 THROUGH JUNE 13, 2000.
1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 02/05/1992 - 10/31/1997 Potential Units Affected: 225000 Defect Description:
FORD IS RECALLING 225,000 MY 1992-2003 ECONOLINE, MY 1993-1995 TAURUS SHO, MY 1992-1998 CROWN VICTORIA, MY 1993 BRONCO, F-SERIES, MY 1995-1997 F-SERIES SUPER DUTY STRIPPED CHASSIS, MY 1992-1998 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS, AND MY 1992-1995 LINCOLN TOWN CAR VEHICLES. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED USING A WIRING HARNESS THAT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE VEHICLE CIRCUIT POLARITY.
Consequence:
AS A RESULT, THE FUSE IS LOCATED IN THE OUTPUT CIRCUIT RATHER THAN IN THE INTENDED INPUT POWER FEED CIRCUIT, AND MAY NOT OFFER THE INTENDED PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT TO GROUND.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW WIRING HARNESS, OR REPLACE THE MATING ELECTRICAL COMPONENT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA NHTSA Campaign ID: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 03/15/1996 - 12/14/1998 Potential Units Affected: 175000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN 1996-1999 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE, FLEET, NATURAL GAS, AND 1996-1999 LINCOLN TOWN CAR LIMOUSINE VEHICLES THAT WERE PRODUCED WITH A LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT CONTAINING A ONE PIECE BEARING; AND 1990-1996 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE, FLEET, AND NGV VEHICLES AND 1990-1996 LINCOLN TOWN CAR LIMOUSINE VEHICLES THAT HAVE BEEN SERVICED WITH EITHER A BALL JOINT CONTAINING THE ONE-PIECE BEARING OR A FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM CONTAINING A BALL JOINT WITH A ONE-PIECE BEARING. THE ONE-PIECE BEARING WITHIN THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT CAN WEAKEN SLOWLY DURING USE AND EVENTUALLY CRACK. THIS COULD RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE BALL AND CAP OF THE JOINT, ALLOWING THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP TO THE GROUND.
Consequence:
IF THIS OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING, REDUCED STEERING CONTROL COULD OCCUR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS (2).
1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA NHTSA Campaign ID: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 167742 Defect Description:
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATION 573. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. FORD IS INITIATING AN OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR OWNERS OF CERTAIN 1995-1997 CROWN VICTORIA MODEL VEHICLES WITH POLICE, TAXI, AND COMMERCIAL FLEET PACKAGES AND TOWN CAR VEHICLES WITH THE LIVERY PACKAGE. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE BRAKE LINE AND THE UNDERBODY FRONT FLOOR PAN ASSEMBLY WHICH COULD CAUSE WEAR OF THE BRAKE LINES.
Consequence:
THIS COULD LEAD TO BRAKE FLUID LOSS FOR THE REAR BRAKES AND, POTENTIALLY, INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE LINES FOR WEAR, INSTALL TWO NEW TUBE BUNDLE CLIPS, AND CHECK THE BRAKE LINES FOR PROPER CLEARANCES. IF THE BRAKE LINES ARE WORN, THE DAMAGED SECTION OF THE BRAKE LINE WILL BE REPLACED.
1997 FORD CVPI NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 07/01/1992 - 10/21/2002 Potential Units Affected: 350000 Defect Description:
IN ORDER TO ENHANCE POLICE OFFICE SAFETY, MODEL YEAR 1992-2003 CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTOR (CVPI) VEHICLES WILL BE EQUIPPED WITH SHIELDS DESIGNED TO HELP PROTECT THE FUEL TANK IN HIGH-SPEED REAR-IMPACT CRASHES. FORD ALSO WILL BE OFFERING AN OPTIONAL TRUNK PACKAGE DESIGNED TO IMPROVE THE SAFE TRANSPORT OF SHARP-EDGED, HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THESE VEHICLES.
Consequence:
SOME HIGH-SPEED REAR-IMPACT CRASHES HAVE RESULTED IN FUEL TANK PUNCTURES AND FIRES IN CVPI VEHICLES.
Action:
FORD HAS ADVISED US THAT SHIELD KITS HAVE BEEN AVAILABLE SINCE LATE OCTOBER AND WILL BE INSTALLED ON POLICE INTERCEPTOR VEHICLES AT NO COST. THE OPTIONAL TRANK PACKAGE WILL BE AVAILABLE BY THE END OF 2002. FORD HAS ESTABLISHED A NEW WEB SITE AT WWW.CVPI.COM TO ANSWER ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SAFE USE OF CPVI VEHICLES.
1997 FORD E-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 04/09/1996 - 08/02/2002 Potential Units Affected: 3600000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. OWNERS OF THE PASSENGER CARS INCLUDED IN THIS CAMPAIGN WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED AS AN INTERIM REPAIR. AS SOON AS REPAIR PARTS ARE AVAILABLE (EXPECTED OCTOBER 2007), OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN TO THE DEALERS FOR INSTALLATION OF A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 13, 2007, AND MAILING COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.
1997 FORD E-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 04/09/1996 - 11/14/2000 Potential Units Affected: 151000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ON CERTAIN VANS WITH AMBULANCE PREP PACKAGES OR OTHER SEVERE-DUTY APPLICATIONS INVOLVING OPERATION AT OR NEAR THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT WITH FREQUENT TWISTING OF THE VEHICLE BODY, SUCH AS OFF-ROAD, ROUGH ROAD OR SPEED BUMP EVENTS, THE 35 GALLON MID-SHIP FUEL TANK COULD DEVELOP A CRACK WHERE IT CONTACTS THE FRAME CROSS MEMBER. IF THE FUEL TANK CRACKS, FUEL LEAKAGE COULD OCCUR.
Consequence:
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK AND, IF CRACKED, WILL REPLACE THE TANK. INSULATOR PADS WILL BE INSTALLED ON ALL VEHICLES TO REDUCE THE STRESS LEVELS IN THE FUEL TANK. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 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.
1997 FORD E-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Manufacturer: ALL IN ONE MOBILITY, INC. Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 13 Defect Description:
ALL IN ONE MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1997 THROUGH 2008 CONVERSION VANS EQUIPPED WITH VMI/RICON 6-WAY POWER SEAT BASES. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF A DEFECTIVE WELD AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE PIVOTING PLATE AND THE PIVOTING PLATE PIN.
Consequence:
THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY BE INJURED IF THE SEAT BASE PIN WERE TO BREAK.
Action:
ALL IN ONE MOBILITY WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE VEHICLES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ALL IN ONE MOBILITY AT 1-503-255-5005.
1997 FORD E-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD E-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 09/03/1991 - 09/15/2003 Potential Units Affected: 225000 Defect Description:
FORD IS RECALLING 225,000 MY 1992-2003 ECONOLINE, MY 1993-1995 TAURUS SHO, MY 1992-1998 CROWN VICTORIA, MY 1993 BRONCO, F-SERIES, MY 1995-1997 F-SERIES SUPER DUTY STRIPPED CHASSIS, MY 1992-1998 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS, AND MY 1992-1995 LINCOLN TOWN CAR VEHICLES. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED USING A WIRING HARNESS THAT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE VEHICLE CIRCUIT POLARITY.
Consequence:
AS A RESULT, THE FUSE IS LOCATED IN THE OUTPUT CIRCUIT RATHER THAN IN THE INTENDED INPUT POWER FEED CIRCUIT, AND MAY NOT OFFER THE INTENDED PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT TO GROUND.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW WIRING HARNESS, OR REPLACE THE MATING ELECTRICAL COMPONENT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
1997 FORD E150 NHTSA Campaign ID: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Manufacturer: MOBILITY WORKS Manufacture Dates: 01/01/1997 - 08/01/2004 Potential Units Affected: 1660 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN VANS EQUIPPED WITH SURE-LOK WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT SYSTEMS, THE SPROCKET TEETH OF THE RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY IS OUT OF ALIGNMENT.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE WHEELCHAIR MAY NOT BE ADEQUATELY SECURED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURIES TO A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT RETRACTORS AS NECESSARY. SURE-LOK WILL HANDLE THE REPAIRS FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SURE-LOCK AT 1-908-231-1804 OR MOBILITYWORKS AT 1-800-769-8267.
1997 FORD E-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD E-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 04/09/1996 - 08/02/2002 Potential Units Affected: 3600000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. OWNERS OF THE PASSENGER CARS INCLUDED IN THIS CAMPAIGN WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED AS AN INTERIM REPAIR. AS SOON AS REPAIR PARTS ARE AVAILABLE (EXPECTED OCTOBER 2007), OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN TO THE DEALERS FOR INSTALLATION OF A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 13, 2007, AND MAILING COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.
1997 FORD E-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 09/03/1991 - 09/15/2003 Potential Units Affected: 225000 Defect Description:
FORD IS RECALLING 225,000 MY 1992-2003 ECONOLINE, MY 1993-1995 TAURUS SHO, MY 1992-1998 CROWN VICTORIA, MY 1993 BRONCO, F-SERIES, MY 1995-1997 F-SERIES SUPER DUTY STRIPPED CHASSIS, MY 1992-1998 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS, AND MY 1992-1995 LINCOLN TOWN CAR VEHICLES. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED USING A WIRING HARNESS THAT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE VEHICLE CIRCUIT POLARITY.
Consequence:
AS A RESULT, THE FUSE IS LOCATED IN THE OUTPUT CIRCUIT RATHER THAN IN THE INTENDED INPUT POWER FEED CIRCUIT, AND MAY NOT OFFER THE INTENDED PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT TO GROUND.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW WIRING HARNESS, OR REPLACE THE MATING ELECTRICAL COMPONENT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
1997 FORD E250 NHTSA Campaign ID: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Manufacturer: MOBILITY WORKS Manufacture Dates: 01/01/1997 - 08/01/2004 Potential Units Affected: 1660 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN VANS EQUIPPED WITH SURE-LOK WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT SYSTEMS, THE SPROCKET TEETH OF THE RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY IS OUT OF ALIGNMENT.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE WHEELCHAIR MAY NOT BE ADEQUATELY SECURED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURIES TO A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT RETRACTORS AS NECESSARY. SURE-LOK WILL HANDLE THE REPAIRS FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SURE-LOCK AT 1-908-231-1804 OR MOBILITYWORKS AT 1-800-769-8267.
1997 FORD E-350 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 09/03/1991 - 09/15/2003 Potential Units Affected: 225000 Defect Description:
FORD IS RECALLING 225,000 MY 1992-2003 ECONOLINE, MY 1993-1995 TAURUS SHO, MY 1992-1998 CROWN VICTORIA, MY 1993 BRONCO, F-SERIES, MY 1995-1997 F-SERIES SUPER DUTY STRIPPED CHASSIS, MY 1992-1998 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS, AND MY 1992-1995 LINCOLN TOWN CAR VEHICLES. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED USING A WIRING HARNESS THAT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE VEHICLE CIRCUIT POLARITY.
Consequence:
AS A RESULT, THE FUSE IS LOCATED IN THE OUTPUT CIRCUIT RATHER THAN IN THE INTENDED INPUT POWER FEED CIRCUIT, AND MAY NOT OFFER THE INTENDED PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT TO GROUND.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW WIRING HARNESS, OR REPLACE THE MATING ELECTRICAL COMPONENT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
1997 FORD E-350 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 04/09/1996 - 08/02/2002 Potential Units Affected: 3600000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. OWNERS OF THE PASSENGER CARS INCLUDED IN THIS CAMPAIGN WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED AS AN INTERIM REPAIR. AS SOON AS REPAIR PARTS ARE AVAILABLE (EXPECTED OCTOBER 2007), OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN TO THE DEALERS FOR INSTALLATION OF A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 13, 2007, AND MAILING COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.
1997 FORD E-350 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD E-350 NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 04/09/1996 - 11/14/2000 Potential Units Affected: 151000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ON CERTAIN VANS WITH AMBULANCE PREP PACKAGES OR OTHER SEVERE-DUTY APPLICATIONS INVOLVING OPERATION AT OR NEAR THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT WITH FREQUENT TWISTING OF THE VEHICLE BODY, SUCH AS OFF-ROAD, ROUGH ROAD OR SPEED BUMP EVENTS, THE 35 GALLON MID-SHIP FUEL TANK COULD DEVELOP A CRACK WHERE IT CONTACTS THE FRAME CROSS MEMBER. IF THE FUEL TANK CRACKS, FUEL LEAKAGE COULD OCCUR.
Consequence:
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK AND, IF CRACKED, WILL REPLACE THE TANK. INSULATOR PADS WILL BE INSTALLED ON ALL VEHICLES TO REDUCE THE STRESS LEVELS IN THE FUEL TANK. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 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.
1997 FORD E350 NHTSA Campaign ID: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Manufacturer: MOBILITY WORKS Manufacture Dates: 01/01/1997 - 08/01/2004 Potential Units Affected: 1660 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN VANS EQUIPPED WITH SURE-LOK WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT SYSTEMS, THE SPROCKET TEETH OF THE RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY IS OUT OF ALIGNMENT.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE WHEELCHAIR MAY NOT BE ADEQUATELY SECURED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURIES TO A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT RETRACTORS AS NECESSARY. SURE-LOK WILL HANDLE THE REPAIRS FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SURE-LOCK AT 1-908-231-1804 OR MOBILITYWORKS AT 1-800-769-8267.
1997 FORD E-450 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1200000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence:
OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURN AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 05V388)
1997 FORD E-450 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD E-550 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD ECONOLINE NHTSA Campaign ID: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 06/10/1996 - 09/05/1996 Potential Units Affected: 5000 Defect Description:
THE BATTERY CABLE HARNESS DOES NOT HAVE ADEQUATE PROTECTION FROM CONTACTING AND BEING DAMAGED BY THE RIGHT ENGINE MOUNT.
Consequence:
IF THE BATTERY CABLE OR STARTER WIRE INSULATION IS DAMAGED BY SUCH CONTACT, A SHORT TO GROUND CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN OVERHEATING OF THE WIRING AND POSSIBLE IGNITION OF SURROUNDING COMPONENTS.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR CHAFING OF THE CABLE AND WILL ADD INSULATION AND A TIE STRAP TO THE BATTERY CABLE HARNESS.
1997 FORD ECONOLINE NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 09/03/1991 - 09/15/2003 Potential Units Affected: 225000 Defect Description:
FORD IS RECALLING 225,000 MY 1992-2003 ECONOLINE, MY 1993-1995 TAURUS SHO, MY 1992-1998 CROWN VICTORIA, MY 1993 BRONCO, F-SERIES, MY 1995-1997 F-SERIES SUPER DUTY STRIPPED CHASSIS, MY 1992-1998 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS, AND MY 1992-1995 LINCOLN TOWN CAR VEHICLES. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED USING A WIRING HARNESS THAT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE VEHICLE CIRCUIT POLARITY.
Consequence:
AS A RESULT, THE FUSE IS LOCATED IN THE OUTPUT CIRCUIT RATHER THAN IN THE INTENDED INPUT POWER FEED CIRCUIT, AND MAY NOT OFFER THE INTENDED PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT TO GROUND.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW WIRING HARNESS, OR REPLACE THE MATING ELECTRICAL COMPONENT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
1997 FORD ESCORT NHTSA Campaign ID: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 11/02/1995 - 09/05/1997 Potential Units Affected: 396217 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE INTEGRATED AIR BAG MONITOR (IABM) CAN BE CONTAMINATED WITH WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS AND COULD EXPERIENCE INTERNAL ELECTRICAL SHORTING.
Consequence:
THIS MAY, IN TURN, CAUSE THE AIR BAG READINESS LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE AND IN VERY RARE OCCURRENCES, AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, MELTED WIRING, OR FIRE MAY OCCUR.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE SHIELD OVER THE IABM AND APPLY NYOGEL GREASE TO THE CONNECTOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 11, 2003. 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.
1997 FORD E-SERIES NHTSA Campaign ID: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1176000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATED ON THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ENGINE STALL.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF AN ENGINE STALL, A CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT WARNING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
1997 FORD EXCURSION NHTSA Campaign ID: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1176000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATED ON THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ENGINE STALL.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF AN ENGINE STALL, A CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT WARNING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
1997 FORD EXPEDITION NHTSA Campaign ID: SUSPENSION:REAR Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 07/22/1996 - 10/10/1996 Potential Units Affected: 25000 Defect Description:
THE REAR AXLE TRACK BAR BRACKET CAN SEPARATE FROM THE FRAME DUE TO MISSING WELDS OR INADEQUATE WELD PENETRATION.
Consequence:
IF BOTH BRACKETS SEPARATE, THE REAR AXLE CAN MOVE LATERALLY UNTIL THE TIRES CONTACT EITHER THE FRAME OR THE WHEELHOUSE RESULTING IN EITHER TIRE DAMAGE OR A SIGNIFICANT REDUCTION IN VEHICLE HANDLING PERFORMANCE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A TRACK BAR BRACKET REINFORCEMENT KIT AND INSPECTION OF THE AXLE TUBES. THE SUSPECT AXLE TUBES DO NOT HAVE A STAMPED DATE CODE ON THE TUBE. AXLES WITHOUT DATE CODES ON THE TUBES WILL BE REPLACED.
1997 FORD EXPEDITION NHTSA Campaign ID: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 07/22/1996 - 08/22/1997 Potential Units Affected: 866000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE ASSEMBLY WAS NOT FULLY ATTACHED TO THE STEERING COLUMN BRACKET, THE SHIFT CABLE ASSEMBLY CAN COME OUT OF THE BRACKET. THE VEHICLE OPERATOR WOULD THEN NOT BE ABLE TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION FROM ONE OF THE DRIVE GEAR POSITIONS INTO THE PARK POSITION EVEN THOUGH THE GEAR SHIFT SELECTOR WOULD INDICATE "PARK."
Consequence:
THE CONDITION WOULD NOT ALLOW A DISENGAGEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION FROM THE PARK POSITION OR AFFECT PROPER NEUTRAL START SWITCH OPERATION. UNINTENDED VEHICLE MOVEMENT COULD OCCUR IF THE PARKING BRAKE WAS NOT SET.
Action:
DEALERS WILL MAKE THE PROPER ATTACHMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONTROL CABLE TO THE STEERING COLUMN BRACKET AND ADD A TIE STRAP TO THAT CONNECTION.
1997 FORD EXPEDITION NHTSA Campaign ID: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 03/01/1996 - 09/30/1996 Potential Units Affected: 171446 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT YOKE SEPARATES FROM THE STEERING GEAR INPUT SHAFT, THE STEERING SYSTEM BECOMES DISCONNECTED.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT YOKE TO DETERMINE IF THE YOKE IS FULLY SEATED ON THE STEERING GEAR INPUT SHAFT. IF THE YOKE IS FULLY SEATED NO SERVICE IS REQUIRED. IF THE YOKE IS NOT FULLY SEATED AND BOLT GROOVE AND SPLINE IS VISIBLE, THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT AND BOLT WILL BE REPLACED AS WELL AS THE BOLT AT THE STEERING COLUMN CONNECTION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MAY 30, 2003. 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.
1997 FORD EXPEDITION NHTSA Campaign ID: EXTERIOR LIGHTING Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 20637 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
DEALERS WILL BE ADVISED TO DEACTIVATE THE RUNNING LIGHT FUNCTION AND TO COMPLETE ANY OUTSTANDING SAFETY RECALLS ON THESE VEHICLES.
1997 FORD EXPEDITION NHTSA Campaign ID: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 12/01/1995 - 04/14/1998 Potential Units Affected: 1520000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES AND LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. THE LUG NUTS ON THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT CREATE SUFFICIENT CLAMP LOAD ALLOWING WHEEL MOVEMENT IN RELATION TO THE HUB/ROTOR MOUNTING SURFACE.
Consequence:
THIS CAN RESULT IN THE LOOSENING OF LUG NUTS, STUD FATIGUE FAILURE, AND THE POTENTIAL FOR A WHEEL SEPARATION FROM THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Action:
OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES WILL BE RECEIVING TWO NOTIFICATIONS. THE FIRST NOTIFICATION, WHICH BEGAN IN MAY 1998, WILL PROVIDE AN INTERIM REPAIR PROCEDURE UNTIL PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE. THIS INTERIM PROCEDURE CAN BE COMPLETED BY OWNERS OR THEIR DEALERS. IT SPECIFIES THAT THE LUG NUT TORQUE MUST BE VERIFIED TO BE 100 LBS. THEN THE LUG NUTS NEED TO BE TIGHTENED AN ADDITIONAL 1/8 TO 1/4 TURN MORE. THERE WILL BE A SECOND OWNER NOTIFICATION, WHICH IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN JULY 20, 1998, UNDER WHICH DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WHEEL STUDS AND REPLACE THE WHEEL LUG NUTS.
1997 FORD EXPEDITION NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - 08/20/2002 Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Consequence:
A FIRE AT THE SWITCH COULD OCCUR.
Action:
BY LETTER DATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2005, OWNERS WERE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED. OWNERS WHO HAVE HAD THEIR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATED ARE BEING NOTIFIED THAT PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AND ADVISED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO RECONNECT THE SPEED CONTROL BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS WHO DID NOT HAVE THEIR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATED ARE BEING NOTIFIED TO HAVE THEIR SYSTEM REMEDIED BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS ARE URGED TO AVAIL THEMSELVES OF THE FREE DISCONNECT SERVICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE BECAUSE OF THE SIGNIFICANT RISK OF FIRE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 06V286)
1997 FORD EXPEDITION NHTSA Campaign ID: TRAILER HITCHES Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 07/22/1996 - 12/09/1999 Potential Units Affected: 565800 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES. THE TRAILER HITCH ASSEMBLY TO THE FRAME ATTACHING BOLTS COULD LOSE THE CLAMP LOAD.
Consequence:
THE TRAILER HITCH COULD THEN SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRAILER HITCH MOUNTING BOLTS AND NUT PLATES.
1997 FORD EXPLORER NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/11/1994 - 08/30/2002 Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD EXPLORER NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 05/29/1996 - 03/04/1999 Potential Units Affected: 898739 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN 1997-1999 RHD EXPLORER EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L OHV/SOHC ENGINES AND CRUISE CONTROL BUILT FROM MAY 29, 1996 THROUGH MARCH 4, 1999; 1998-1999 EXPLORER/MOUNTAINEERS EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L OHV/SOHC OR 5.0L ENGINES OR 1998-1999 RANGERS EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L, 3.0L FFV/EFI OR 4.0L ENGINES AND CRUISE CONTROL BUILT FROM JANUARY 5, 1998 THROUGH MARCH 4, 1999; 1998-1999 MUSTANGS EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L, 4.6L 2-VALVE OR 4-VALVE ENGINES AND CRUISE CONTROL BUILT FROM MARCH 2, 1998 THROUGH MARCH 4, 1999; 1999 F250/F350/F450/F550 (OVER 8,500 LBS.) TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L OR 6.8L ENGINES AND CRUISE CONTROL BUILT FROM MARCH 2, 1998 THROUGH MARCH 4, 1999; AND 1999 F-53 STRIPPED CHASSIS EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L OR 6.8L ENGINES AND CRUISE CONTROL BUILT FROM MARCH 2, 1998 THROUGH MARCH 4, 1999. A CRUISE CONTROL CABLE CAN INTERFERE WITH THE SPEED CONTROL SERVO PULLEY AND NOT ALLOW THE THROTTLE TO RETURN TO IDLE WHEN DISENGAGING THE CRUISE CONTROL.
Consequence:
IF THE CRUISE CONTROL IS USED AND THIS CONDITION IS PRESENT, A STUCK THROTTLE COULD RESULT, WHICH COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A CRASH.
Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLES. AT THE PRESENT TIME, THE REPLACEMENT CABLES ARE NOT AVAILABLE. CUSTOMERS ARE BEING ADVISED NOT TO USE THE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM UNTIL A REPLACEMENT CAN BE MADE.
1997 FORD EXPLORER NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/01/1996 - 02/01/1998 Potential Units Affected: 320000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SINGLE OVERHEAD CAM ENGINES. THE ENGINE FUEL LINES CAN BE DAMAGED IF THE VEHICLE IS JUMP STARTED AND THE GROUND CABLE IS ATTACHED TO THE FUEL LINE BRACKET THAT IS LOCATED NEAR THE BATTERY. SINCE THE BRACKET IS NOT GROUNDED, THE STAINLESS STEEL FUEL LINE BRAID COULD ACT AS A GROUND POTENTIALLY OVERHEATING THE PTFE INNER LINER OF THE FUEL LINE RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence:
THE FUEL LINES CAN LEAK, AND IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WARNING LABEL ON THE FUEL LINE BRACKET ADVISING OWNERS NOT TO USE IT FOR A JUMP START GROUND. ALSO A REVISED BOLT WILL BE INSTALLED IN THE ALTERNATOR BRACKET TO PROVIDE A CONVENIENT JUMP START GROUND LOCATION.
1997 FORD EXPLORER NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 02/02/1996 - 02/17/1997 Potential Units Affected: 23000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALASKA, IDAHO, IOWA, MAINE, MICHIGAN (UPPER PENINSULA ONLY), MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WISCONSIN, AND WYOMING. THESE VEHICLES, WHEN OPERATED FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND TEMPERATURES BELOW -20 DEGREES FARENHEIT, DO NOT RETURN TO IDLE DUE TO ICE IN THE THROTTLE BODY.
Consequence:
ALTHOUGH THE VEHICLE CAN BE CONTROLLED BY EITHER APPLYING THE SERVICE BRAKES OR SHIFTING THE TRANSMISSION TO NEUTRAL, INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL EFFORTS OR SOME INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE CAN RESULT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED PCV SYSTEM WITH WATER HEATED VACUUM SOURCE.
1997 FORD EXPLORER NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 05/29/1996 - 10/20/1998 Potential Units Affected: 220000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES AND STILL RETAIN THE ORIGINAL THROTTLE BODY (PART NUMBERS 97JF-9E926AB OR 97JF-9E926-AC). SOME OF THE ORIGINAL THROTTLE BODIES INSTALLED ALLOWED A GAP BETWEEN THE PLATE AND BORE TO BE BUILT TOO NARROW. THIS REDUCED CLEARANCE ALLOWED THE ENGINE DEPOSITS NORMALLY PRESENT IN THE THROTTLE BODY TO CONTACT OR BRIDGE THE GAP. IF THE ENGINE DEPOSITS BRIDGED THE GAP BETWEEN THE THROTTLE PLATE AND BORE AND THEN HARDENED, ON THE INITIAL APPLICATION OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AFTER THE ENGINE HAS COOLED, THE OPERATOR WOULD NEED TO APPLY ADDITIONAL FORCE TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO BREAK THE BRIDGE.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN ENGINE SURGE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BREAKS FREE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL THROTTLE BODIES.
1997 FORD EXPLORER NHTSA Campaign ID: SUSPENSION Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/11/1994 - 10/31/1996 Potential Units Affected: 810000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, A FRONT SWAY BAR LINK CAN FRACTURE.
Consequence:
VEHICLE HANDLING COULD BE AFFECTED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT SWAY BAR LINKS.
1997 FORD EXPLORER NHTSA Campaign ID: TIRES:TREAD/BELT Manufacturer: BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE, INC. Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 14400000 Defect Description:
TIRE DESCRIPTION: FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT, SIZE P235/75R15, PRODUCED AT THE DECATUR, ILLINOIS TIRE PLANT AND ALL FIRESTONE RADIAL ATX AND RADIAL ATX II TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15. OPERATION OF THESE TIRES AT LOW INFLATION PRESSURES, HIGH SPEED, AND IN HOT WEATHER, CAN CONTRIBUTE TO SEPARATION OF THE TIRE TREAD.
Consequence:
IF THE TREAD SEPARATES FROM THE TIRE, THE DRIVER CAN LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
Action:
THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON AUGUST 29, 2001. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT FIRESTONE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-465-1904 FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
1997 FORD EXPLORER NHTSA Campaign ID: EXTERIOR LIGHTING Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 20637 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
DEALERS WILL BE ADVISED TO DEACTIVATE THE RUNNING LIGHT FUNCTION AND TO COMPLETE ANY OUTSTANDING SAFETY RECALLS ON THESE VEHICLES.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/14/1995 - 04/30/1996 Potential Units Affected: 133000 Defect Description:
THE SEAT ELT ANCHORAGE ATTACHMENTS ARE MISSING OR MISINSTALLED ON THESE VEHICLES.
Consequence:
A LOOSE FASTENER CAN EVENTUALLY DETACH AND WOULD NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN AN OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, AS NECESSARY, REPAIR THE SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE ATTACHMENTS.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 11/26/1995 - 02/19/1998 Potential Units Affected: 202000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY 4-WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP TRUCKS. IF THE VEHICLE IS OVERLOADED, THE REAR LEAF SPRINGS CAN BE OVERSTRESSED. A FATIGUE FRACTURE OF THE SPRING CAN OCCUR. THE CENTER LEAF OF THE SPRING CAN FRACTURE AT THE FORWARD EDGE OF THE SPRING SEAT AND, IN SOME CASES, CONTACT THE FUEL TANK.
Consequence:
FUEL TANK CONTACT CAN DAMAGE THE TANK AND RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR SPRINGS AND INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL CLIP ON THE FORWARD END OF THE REAR SPRINGS TO PREVENT FUEL TANK CONTACT IN THE EVENT OF A LEAF FRACTURE. ANY FRACTURED SPRINGS WILL BE REPLACED.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - 08/20/2002 Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Consequence:
A FIRE AT THE SWITCH COULD OCCUR.
Action:
BY LETTER DATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2005, OWNERS WERE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED. OWNERS WHO HAVE HAD THEIR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATED ARE BEING NOTIFIED THAT PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AND ADVISED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO RECONNECT THE SPEED CONTROL BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS WHO DID NOT HAVE THEIR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATED ARE BEING NOTIFIED TO HAVE THEIR SYSTEM REMEDIED BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS ARE URGED TO AVAIL THEMSELVES OF THE FREE DISCONNECT SERVICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE BECAUSE OF THE SIGNIFICANT RISK OF FIRE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 06V286)
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 11/26/1995 - 02/19/1998 Potential Units Affected: 202000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY 4-WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP TRUCKS. IF THE VEHICLE IS OVERLOADED, THE REAR LEAF SPRINGS CAN BE OVERSTRESSED. A FATIGUE FRACTURE OF THE SPRING CAN OCCUR. THE CENTER LEAF OF THE SPRING CAN FRACTURE AT THE FORWARD EDGE OF THE SPRING SEAT AND, IN SOME CASES, CONTACT THE FUEL TANK.
Consequence:
FUEL TANK CONTACT CAN DAMAGE THE TANK AND RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR SPRINGS AND INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL CLIP ON THE FORWARD END OF THE REAR SPRINGS TO PREVENT FUEL TANK CONTACT IN THE EVENT OF A LEAF FRACTURE. ANY FRACTURED SPRINGS WILL BE REPLACED.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/19/1996 - 08/23/1996 Potential Units Affected: 1200 Defect Description:
THE RETAINER CLIP THAT HOLDS THE MASTER CYLINDER PUSH ROD TO THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM IS MISSING.
Consequence:
A LOSS OF SERVICE BRAKING CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO VERIFY THAT THE RETAINER CLIPS ARE INSTALLED AND IF CLIPS ARE MISSING WILL INSTALL CLIPS.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: EXTERIOR LIGHTING Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 20637 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
DEALERS WILL BE ADVISED TO DEACTIVATE THE RUNNING LIGHT FUNCTION AND TO COMPLETE ANY OUTSTANDING SAFETY RECALLS ON THESE VEHICLES.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 11/01/1995 - 08/31/1997 Potential Units Affected: 670509 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS MANUFACTURED AT THE KANSAS CITY OR NORFOLK ASSEMBLY PLANTS. THE FRONT FUEL LINE ASSEMBLY COULD HAVE A HOLE RUBBED THROUGH IN ONE OF TWO LOCATIONS. THE FIRST LOCATION IS BELOW THE FUEL RAIL CONNECTION WHERE THE FLEXIBLE HOSE IS CRIMPED TO THE STEEL TUBE. THE BRACKET THAT ATTACHES THE FRONT FUEL LINE TO THE TRANSMISSION COULD HAVE BEEN BENT DURING ASSEMBLY. THE SECOND LOCATION IS AT THE REAR STEEL TUBE SECTION FORWARD OF THE REAR BRACKET. DURING INSTALLATION THE REAR STEEL TUBES OF THE FRONT FUEL LINE ASSEMBLY COULD HAVE BEEN BENT DOWNWARD. IN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A MANUAL 4XZ4 TRANSFER CASE SHIFTER, THE SHIFTER LINKAGE MAY CONTACT THE STEEL TUBES AS IT IS BEING SHIFTED BETWEEN 4H, 4L, 2L AND NEUTRAL.
Consequence:
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE LINES AND REPLACE THE FRONT FUEL LINE ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 27, 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.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 12/15/1995 - 03/11/1996 Potential Units Affected: 134770 Defect Description:
THE CERTIFICATION LABELS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES HAS INCORRECT REAR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE DESIGNATIONS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS."
Consequence:
INCORRECT INFLATION PRESSURES COULD CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR OF THE REAR TIRES. .
Action:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECT CERTIFICATION LABELS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLING THESE LABELS. DEALERS CAN INSTALL THIS LABEL IF THE OWNER SO DESIRES.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 03/01/1996 - 09/30/1996 Potential Units Affected: 171446 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT YOKE SEPARATES FROM THE STEERING GEAR INPUT SHAFT, THE STEERING SYSTEM BECOMES DISCONNECTED.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT YOKE TO DETERMINE IF THE YOKE IS FULLY SEATED ON THE STEERING GEAR INPUT SHAFT. IF THE YOKE IS FULLY SEATED NO SERVICE IS REQUIRED. IF THE YOKE IS NOT FULLY SEATED AND BOLT GROOVE AND SPLINE IS VISIBLE, THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT AND BOLT WILL BE REPLACED AS WELL AS THE BOLT AT THE STEERING COLUMN CONNECTION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MAY 30, 2003. 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.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 06/20/1995 - 08/04/2004 Potential Units Affected: 1100000 Defect Description:
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN 1997 THROUGH 2003 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150, 2004 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150 HERITAGE, 1997 THROUGH 1999 MODEL YEAR F-250 LESS THAN 8,500 LBS. GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR), AND 2002 AND 2003 LINCOLN BLACKWOOD VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 20, 1995, THROUGH AUGUST 4, 2004, ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, 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. PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO ROAD DEICING CHEMICALS MAY CAUSE SEVERE CORROSION OF THE FUEL TANK STRAPS WHICH SECURE THE TANK TO THE VEHICLE.
Consequence:
AS A RESULT OF THE CORROSION, ONE OR BOTH STRAPS MAY FAIL ALLOWING THE FUEL LINES TO SEPARATE FROM THE TANK, OR IN SOME CASES, CAUSING THE TANK TO CONTACT THE GROUND. EITHER SCENARIO MAY RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK PRESENTING A FIRE HAZARD.
Action:
FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND INSTRUCT THEM TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO A FORD OR LINCOLN DEALER TO HAVE THE FUEL TANK STRAPS REPLACED WITH STRAPS THAT HAVE INCREASED CORROSION PROTECTION. EARLY IN THIS CAMPAIGN, IF REPLACEMENT STRAPS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, DEALERS MAY INSTALL A CABLE SUPPORT UNDER THE STRAP AS AN INTERIM REPAIR OR A STEEL REINFORCEMENT OVER THE EXISTING STRAP AS A PERMANENT REPAIR. ANY REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332. FORD'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 11S21
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 07/22/1996 - 08/22/1997 Potential Units Affected: 866000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE ASSEMBLY WAS NOT FULLY ATTACHED TO THE STEERING COLUMN BRACKET, THE SHIFT CABLE ASSEMBLY CAN COME OUT OF THE BRACKET. THE VEHICLE OPERATOR WOULD THEN NOT BE ABLE TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION FROM ONE OF THE DRIVE GEAR POSITIONS INTO THE PARK POSITION EVEN THOUGH THE GEAR SHIFT SELECTOR WOULD INDICATE "PARK."
Consequence:
THE CONDITION WOULD NOT ALLOW A DISENGAGEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION FROM THE PARK POSITION OR AFFECT PROPER NEUTRAL START SWITCH OPERATION. UNINTENDED VEHICLE MOVEMENT COULD OCCUR IF THE PARKING BRAKE WAS NOT SET.
Action:
DEALERS WILL MAKE THE PROPER ATTACHMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONTROL CABLE TO THE STEERING COLUMN BRACKET AND ADD A TIE STRAP TO THAT CONNECTION.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 02/16/1996 - 03/04/1996 Potential Units Affected: 15500 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. THE TRANSMISSION BRACKET END FITTING CAN SEPARATE FROM THE SHIFT CABLE ASSEMBLY RESULTING IN OPERATOR INABILITY TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION FROM ONE OF THE DRIVE GEAR POSITIONS INTO THE PARK POSITION.
Consequence:
THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN UNINTENDED VEHICLE MOVEMENT IF THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT SET.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONTROL CABLE.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 11/26/1995 - 07/08/1996 Potential Units Affected: 22000 Defect Description:
VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, MONTANA, NORTH DAKOTA, MINNESOTA, WISCONSIN, MICHIGAN (UPPER PENINSULA), NEW YORK, MAINE, VERMONT, AND NEW HAMPSHIRE. OPERATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DURING EXTREME COLD, NORTHERN CLIMATE WINTER CONDITIONS, CAN RESULT IN ICE FORMING IN THE THROTTLE BODY OF THE ENGINE.
Consequence:
THIS ICE CAN CAUSE THE THROTTLE PLATE TO REMAIN IN THE HIGHWAY CRUISING POSITION AFTER THE ACCELERATOR IS RELEASED OR THE SPEED CONTROL IS DEACTIVATED. UNDER SUCH CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCES WOULD BE INCREASED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FOAM INSULATING SLEEVE ON THE LINE FROM THE PCV TO THE HOSE FITTING ON THE THROTTLE PLATE.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 12/01/1995 - 04/14/1998 Potential Units Affected: 1520000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES AND LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. THE LUG NUTS ON THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT CREATE SUFFICIENT CLAMP LOAD ALLOWING WHEEL MOVEMENT IN RELATION TO THE HUB/ROTOR MOUNTING SURFACE.
Consequence:
THIS CAN RESULT IN THE LOOSENING OF LUG NUTS, STUD FATIGUE FAILURE, AND THE POTENTIAL FOR A WHEEL SEPARATION FROM THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Action:
OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES WILL BE RECEIVING TWO NOTIFICATIONS. THE FIRST NOTIFICATION, WHICH BEGAN IN MAY 1998, WILL PROVIDE AN INTERIM REPAIR PROCEDURE UNTIL PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE. THIS INTERIM PROCEDURE CAN BE COMPLETED BY OWNERS OR THEIR DEALERS. IT SPECIFIES THAT THE LUG NUT TORQUE MUST BE VERIFIED TO BE 100 LBS. THEN THE LUG NUTS NEED TO BE TIGHTENED AN ADDITIONAL 1/8 TO 1/4 TURN MORE. THERE WILL BE A SECOND OWNER NOTIFICATION, WHICH IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN JULY 20, 1998, UNDER WHICH DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WHEEL STUDS AND REPLACE THE WHEEL LUG NUTS.
1997 FORD F-150 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 11/29/1995 - 11/02/1997 Potential Units Affected: 45000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A 4.2L ENGINE AND ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, MONTANA, NORTH DAKOTA, MINNESOTA, WISCONSIN, NEW YORK, VERMONT, NEW HAMPSHIRE, MAINE, MICHIGAN, IDAHO, WYOMING, SOUTH DAKOTA, COLORADO, NEBRASKA, KANSAS, IOWA, MISSOURI, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, AND MASSACHUSETTS. THE THROTTLE IS UNABLE TO RETURN TO IDLE DUE TO ICE FORMING IN THE THROTTLE BODY WHEN THE TEMPERATURE RANGES FROM -10 TO -40 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT.
Consequence:
INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL EFFORTS OR SOME INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE COULD RESULT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED PCV SYSTEM ON THESE VEHICLES.
1997 FORD F-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/19/1996 - 08/23/1996 Potential Units Affected: 1200 Defect Description:
THE RETAINER CLIP THAT HOLDS THE MASTER CYLINDER PUSH ROD TO THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM IS MISSING.
Consequence:
A LOSS OF SERVICE BRAKING CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO VERIFY THAT THE RETAINER CLIPS ARE INSTALLED AND IF CLIPS ARE MISSING WILL INSTALL CLIPS.
1997 FORD F-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: TIRES:BEAD Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 09/01/1996 - 07/17/1997 Potential Units Affected: 31600 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND CHASSIS. THE TIRES ON THESE VEHICLES WERE DAMAGED DURING MOUNTING ONTO THE WHEELS. ONLY TRUCKS PRODUCED AT THE CUAUTITLAN, MEXICO PLANT BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 1996, AND JULY 17, 1997, WERE AFFECTED BY THE DEFECT.
Consequence:
THE BEAD AREA OF THE TIRE WAS CUT WHICH COULD RESULT IN AIR LOSS. SUDDEN AIR LOSS COULD OCCUR RESULTING IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Action:
DUE TO THE AGE OF THE VEHICLES AND THIS RECALL AFFECTING ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TIRES ONLY, FORD WILL NO LONGER ACCEPT CLAIMS FOR THIS CAMPAIGN.
1997 FORD F-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 07/22/1996 - 08/22/1997 Potential Units Affected: 866000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE ASSEMBLY WAS NOT FULLY ATTACHED TO THE STEERING COLUMN BRACKET, THE SHIFT CABLE ASSEMBLY CAN COME OUT OF THE BRACKET. THE VEHICLE OPERATOR WOULD THEN NOT BE ABLE TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION FROM ONE OF THE DRIVE GEAR POSITIONS INTO THE PARK POSITION EVEN THOUGH THE GEAR SHIFT SELECTOR WOULD INDICATE "PARK."
Consequence:
THE CONDITION WOULD NOT ALLOW A DISENGAGEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION FROM THE PARK POSITION OR AFFECT PROPER NEUTRAL START SWITCH OPERATION. UNINTENDED VEHICLE MOVEMENT COULD OCCUR IF THE PARKING BRAKE WAS NOT SET.
Action:
DEALERS WILL MAKE THE PROPER ATTACHMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONTROL CABLE TO THE STEERING COLUMN BRACKET AND ADD A TIE STRAP TO THAT CONNECTION.
1997 FORD F-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 12/15/1995 - 03/11/1996 Potential Units Affected: 134770 Defect Description:
THE CERTIFICATION LABELS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES HAS INCORRECT REAR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE DESIGNATIONS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS."
Consequence:
INCORRECT INFLATION PRESSURES COULD CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR OF THE REAR TIRES. .
Action:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECT CERTIFICATION LABELS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLING THESE LABELS. DEALERS CAN INSTALL THIS LABEL IF THE OWNER SO DESIRES.
1997 FORD F-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 12/01/1995 - 04/14/1998 Potential Units Affected: 1520000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES AND LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. THE LUG NUTS ON THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT CREATE SUFFICIENT CLAMP LOAD ALLOWING WHEEL MOVEMENT IN RELATION TO THE HUB/ROTOR MOUNTING SURFACE.
Consequence:
THIS CAN RESULT IN THE LOOSENING OF LUG NUTS, STUD FATIGUE FAILURE, AND THE POTENTIAL FOR A WHEEL SEPARATION FROM THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Action:
OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES WILL BE RECEIVING TWO NOTIFICATIONS. THE FIRST NOTIFICATION, WHICH BEGAN IN MAY 1998, WILL PROVIDE AN INTERIM REPAIR PROCEDURE UNTIL PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE. THIS INTERIM PROCEDURE CAN BE COMPLETED BY OWNERS OR THEIR DEALERS. IT SPECIFIES THAT THE LUG NUT TORQUE MUST BE VERIFIED TO BE 100 LBS. THEN THE LUG NUTS NEED TO BE TIGHTENED AN ADDITIONAL 1/8 TO 1/4 TURN MORE. THERE WILL BE A SECOND OWNER NOTIFICATION, WHICH IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN JULY 20, 1998, UNDER WHICH DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WHEEL STUDS AND REPLACE THE WHEEL LUG NUTS.
1997 FORD F-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 11/01/1995 - 08/31/1997 Potential Units Affected: 670509 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS MANUFACTURED AT THE KANSAS CITY OR NORFOLK ASSEMBLY PLANTS. THE FRONT FUEL LINE ASSEMBLY COULD HAVE A HOLE RUBBED THROUGH IN ONE OF TWO LOCATIONS. THE FIRST LOCATION IS BELOW THE FUEL RAIL CONNECTION WHERE THE FLEXIBLE HOSE IS CRIMPED TO THE STEEL TUBE. THE BRACKET THAT ATTACHES THE FRONT FUEL LINE TO THE TRANSMISSION COULD HAVE BEEN BENT DURING ASSEMBLY. THE SECOND LOCATION IS AT THE REAR STEEL TUBE SECTION FORWARD OF THE REAR BRACKET. DURING INSTALLATION THE REAR STEEL TUBES OF THE FRONT FUEL LINE ASSEMBLY COULD HAVE BEEN BENT DOWNWARD. IN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A MANUAL 4XZ4 TRANSFER CASE SHIFTER, THE SHIFTER LINKAGE MAY CONTACT THE STEEL TUBES AS IT IS BEING SHIFTED BETWEEN 4H, 4L, 2L AND NEUTRAL.
Consequence:
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE LINES AND REPLACE THE FRONT FUEL LINE ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 27, 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.
1997 FORD F-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1200000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence:
OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURN AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 05V388)
1997 FORD F-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - 08/20/2002 Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Consequence:
A FIRE AT THE SWITCH COULD OCCUR.
Action:
BY LETTER DATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2005, OWNERS WERE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED. OWNERS WHO HAVE HAD THEIR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATED ARE BEING NOTIFIED THAT PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AND ADVISED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO RECONNECT THE SPEED CONTROL BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS WHO DID NOT HAVE THEIR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATED ARE BEING NOTIFIED TO HAVE THEIR SYSTEM REMEDIED BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS ARE URGED TO AVAIL THEMSELVES OF THE FREE DISCONNECT SERVICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE BECAUSE OF THE SIGNIFICANT RISK OF FIRE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 06V286)
1997 FORD F-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 06/20/1995 - 08/04/2004 Potential Units Affected: 1100000 Defect Description:
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN 1997 THROUGH 2003 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150, 2004 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150 HERITAGE, 1997 THROUGH 1999 MODEL YEAR F-250 LESS THAN 8,500 LBS. GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR), AND 2002 AND 2003 LINCOLN BLACKWOOD VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 20, 1995, THROUGH AUGUST 4, 2004, ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, 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. PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO ROAD DEICING CHEMICALS MAY CAUSE SEVERE CORROSION OF THE FUEL TANK STRAPS WHICH SECURE THE TANK TO THE VEHICLE.
Consequence:
AS A RESULT OF THE CORROSION, ONE OR BOTH STRAPS MAY FAIL ALLOWING THE FUEL LINES TO SEPARATE FROM THE TANK, OR IN SOME CASES, CAUSING THE TANK TO CONTACT THE GROUND. EITHER SCENARIO MAY RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK PRESENTING A FIRE HAZARD.
Action:
FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND INSTRUCT THEM TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO A FORD OR LINCOLN DEALER TO HAVE THE FUEL TANK STRAPS REPLACED WITH STRAPS THAT HAVE INCREASED CORROSION PROTECTION. EARLY IN THIS CAMPAIGN, IF REPLACEMENT STRAPS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, DEALERS MAY INSTALL A CABLE SUPPORT UNDER THE STRAP AS AN INTERIM REPAIR OR A STEEL REINFORCEMENT OVER THE EXISTING STRAP AS A PERMANENT REPAIR. ANY REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332. FORD'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 11S21
1997 FORD F-250 NHTSA Campaign ID: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 03/01/1996 - 09/30/1996 Potential Units Affected: 171446 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT YOKE SEPARATES FROM THE STEERING GEAR INPUT SHAFT, THE STEERING SYSTEM BECOMES DISCONNECTED.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT YOKE TO DETERMINE IF THE YOKE IS FULLY SEATED ON THE STEERING GEAR INPUT SHAFT. IF THE YOKE IS FULLY SEATED NO SERVICE IS REQUIRED. IF THE YOKE IS NOT FULLY SEATED AND BOLT GROOVE AND SPLINE IS VISIBLE, THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT AND BOLT WILL BE REPLACED AS WELL AS THE BOLT AT THE STEERING COLUMN CONNECTION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MAY 30, 2003. 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.
1997 FORD F-250 SD NHTSA Campaign ID: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1176000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATED ON THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ENGINE STALL.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF AN ENGINE STALL, A CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT WARNING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
1997 FORD F-250 SD NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD F-350 NHTSA Campaign ID: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/19/1996 - 08/23/1996 Potential Units Affected: 1200 Defect Description:
THE RETAINER CLIP THAT HOLDS THE MASTER CYLINDER PUSH ROD TO THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM IS MISSING.
Consequence:
A LOSS OF SERVICE BRAKING CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO VERIFY THAT THE RETAINER CLIPS ARE INSTALLED AND IF CLIPS ARE MISSING WILL INSTALL CLIPS.
1997 FORD F-350 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1200000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence:
OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURN AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 05V388)
1997 FORD F-350 NHTSA Campaign ID: TIRES:BEAD Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 09/01/1996 - 07/17/1997 Potential Units Affected: 31600 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND CHASSIS. THE TIRES ON THESE VEHICLES WERE DAMAGED DURING MOUNTING ONTO THE WHEELS. ONLY TRUCKS PRODUCED AT THE CUAUTITLAN, MEXICO PLANT BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 1996, AND JULY 17, 1997, WERE AFFECTED BY THE DEFECT.
Consequence:
THE BEAD AREA OF THE TIRE WAS CUT WHICH COULD RESULT IN AIR LOSS. SUDDEN AIR LOSS COULD OCCUR RESULTING IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Action:
DUE TO THE AGE OF THE VEHICLES AND THIS RECALL AFFECTING ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TIRES ONLY, FORD WILL NO LONGER ACCEPT CLAIMS FOR THIS CAMPAIGN.
1997 FORD F-350 SD NHTSA Campaign ID: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1176000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATED ON THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ENGINE STALL.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF AN ENGINE STALL, A CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT WARNING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
1997 FORD F-350 SD NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD F-450 SD NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD F-450 SD NHTSA Campaign ID: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1176000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATED ON THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ENGINE STALL.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF AN ENGINE STALL, A CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT WARNING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
1997 FORD F-450 SD NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1200000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence:
OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURN AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 05V388)
1997 FORD F-53 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 07/12/1994 - 12/19/1997 Potential Units Affected: 225000 Defect Description:
FORD IS RECALLING 225,000 MY 1992-2003 ECONOLINE, MY 1993-1995 TAURUS SHO, MY 1992-1998 CROWN VICTORIA, MY 1993 BRONCO, F-SERIES, MY 1995-1997 F-SERIES SUPER DUTY STRIPPED CHASSIS, MY 1992-1998 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS, AND MY 1992-1995 LINCOLN TOWN CAR VEHICLES. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED USING A WIRING HARNESS THAT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE VEHICLE CIRCUIT POLARITY.
Consequence:
AS A RESULT, THE FUSE IS LOCATED IN THE OUTPUT CIRCUIT RATHER THAN IN THE INTENDED INPUT POWER FEED CIRCUIT, AND MAY NOT OFFER THE INTENDED PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT TO GROUND.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW WIRING HARNESS, OR REPLACE THE MATING ELECTRICAL COMPONENT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
1997 FORD F-53 NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 07/12/1994 - 12/19/1997 Potential Units Affected: 3600000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. OWNERS OF THE PASSENGER CARS INCLUDED IN THIS CAMPAIGN WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED AS AN INTERIM REPAIR. AS SOON AS REPAIR PARTS ARE AVAILABLE (EXPECTED OCTOBER 2007), OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN TO THE DEALERS FOR INSTALLATION OF A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 13, 2007, AND MAILING COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.
1997 FORD F-550 SD NHTSA Campaign ID: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1176000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATED ON THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ENGINE STALL.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF AN ENGINE STALL, A CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT WARNING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
1997 FORD F-550 SD NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD F-550 SD NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 1200000 Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence:
OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURN AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 05V388)
1997 FORD F700 NHTSA Campaign ID: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 03/01/1994 - 08/23/1996 Potential Units Affected: 3300 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) ENGINE OR 7.0L EFI (GASOLINE) ENGINE WITH THE OPTIONAL CAB FLOOR PAN REINFORCEMENT. THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS OR BATTERY CABLE CAN BE PINCHED BETWEEN THE OPTIONAL CAB REINFORCEMENT AND THE FRAME CAUSING AN ABRASION WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
Consequence:
A SHORT CIRCUIT CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING AND ARCING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE REINFORCEMENT(S) AND, IF NECESSARY, REPOSITION THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS (INCLUDING INSTALLATION OF THE REVISED ENGINE WIRE HARNESS RETENTION BRACKET) AND BATTERY CABLE.
1997 FORD F700 NHTSA Campaign ID: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 03/01/1994 - 08/23/1996 Potential Units Affected: 3300 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) ENGINE OR 7.0L EFI (GASOLINE) ENGINE WITH THE OPTIONAL CAB FLOOR PAN REINFORCEMENT. THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS OR BATTERY CABLE CAN BE PINCHED BETWEEN THE OPTIONAL CAB REINFORCEMENT AND THE FRAME CAUSING AN ABRASION WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
Consequence:
A SHORT CIRCUIT CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING AND ARCING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE REINFORCEMENT(S) AND, IF NECESSARY, REPOSITION THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS (INCLUDING INSTALLATION OF THE REVISED ENGINE WIRE HARNESS RETENTION BRACKET) AND BATTERY CABLE.
1997 FORD F SUPER DUTY NHTSA Campaign ID: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 04/15/1996 - 07/19/1996 Potential Units Affected: 5500 Defect Description:
A PLASTIC COATED STEEL SUPPORT STRAP FOR THE BATTERY CABLE WAS DAMAGED WHEN IT WAS CRIMPED ONTO THE CABLE.
Consequence:
THIS DAMAGE CAN RESULT IN THE BATTERY CABLE DEVELOPING A SHORT TO GROUND. A SHORTED BATTERY CABLE CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CABLE INSULATION AND REPLACE THE SUPPORT STRAP WITH A REVISED, UNCRIMPED STRAP ATTACHED WITH TAPE. IN ADDITION, CONVOLUTE WILL BE ADDED BETWEEN THE CABLE AND THE SUPPORT STRAP. DAMAGED BATTERY CABLES WILL BE REPLACED.
1997 FORD F SUPER DUTY NHTSA Campaign ID: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 03/01/1993 - 10/28/1997 Potential Units Affected: 64000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOME CHASSIS. HOT EXHAUST GASSES CAN LEAK FROM THE EXHAUST GAS RETURN (EGR) TUBE ON THE ENGINE. A HOLE CAN DEVELOP IN THE FLEXIBLE SECTION OF THE TUBE. HEAT DAMAGE TO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FLOOR AND FLOOR COVERING CAN OCCUR.
Consequence:
DEPENDING ON THE MATERIALS USED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE COMPLETED VEHICLE, IGNITION OF THESE MATERIALS COULD OCCUR RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EGR TUBE.
1997 FORD F SUPER DUTY NHTSA Campaign ID: TIRES:BEAD Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 09/01/1996 - 07/17/1997 Potential Units Affected: 31600 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND CHASSIS. THE TIRES ON THESE VEHICLES WERE DAMAGED DURING MOUNTING ONTO THE WHEELS. ONLY TRUCKS PRODUCED AT THE CUAUTITLAN, MEXICO PLANT BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 1996, AND JULY 17, 1997, WERE AFFECTED BY THE DEFECT.
Consequence:
THE BEAD AREA OF THE TIRE WAS CUT WHICH COULD RESULT IN AIR LOSS. SUDDEN AIR LOSS COULD OCCUR RESULTING IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Action:
DUE TO THE AGE OF THE VEHICLES AND THIS RECALL AFFECTING ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TIRES ONLY, FORD WILL NO LONGER ACCEPT CLAIMS FOR THIS CAMPAIGN.
1997 FORD L8500 NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 06/10/1996 - 11/06/1996 Potential Units Affected: 3 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 AND FD1460 DIESEL ENGINES AND OPTIONAL MANUAL FUEL SHUTOFF SYSTEMS. THE HAND CONTROL OF THE MANUAL FUEL SHUTOFF SYSTEM, MOUNTED ON THE VEHICLE'S INSTRUMENT PANEL, IS LABELED WITH THE WORDS "SHUTOFF FUEL LOCK", AND THESE WORDS ARE NOT ILLUMINATED OTHER THAN BY THE CAB'S INTERIOR LIGHTS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 101, "CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS."
Consequence:
DUE TO THE LACK OF ILLUMINATION AND INCOMPLETE LABELING OF THE MANUAL FUEL SHUTOFF SYSTEM, A DRIVER MAY NOT IDENTIFY THE HAND CONTROL TO SHUT OFF FUEL SUPPLY TO THE ENGINE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MANUAL FUEL SHUTOFF SYSTEM WITH THE STANDARD AUTOMATIC KEY-OFF FUEL CONTROL SYSTEM.
1997 FORD LOUISVILLE NHTSA Campaign ID: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 06/10/1996 - 11/06/1996 Potential Units Affected: 3 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH FD1060 AND FD1460 DIESEL ENGINES AND OPTIONAL MANUAL FUEL SHUTOFF SYSTEMS. THE HAND CONTROL OF THE MANUAL FUEL SHUTOFF SYSTEM, MOUNTED ON THE VEHICLE'S INSTRUMENT PANEL, IS LABELED WITH THE WORDS "SHUTOFF FUEL LOCK", AND THESE WORDS ARE NOT ILLUMINATED OTHER THAN BY THE CAB'S INTERIOR LIGHTS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 101, "CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS."
Consequence:
DUE TO THE LACK OF ILLUMINATION AND INCOMPLETE LABELING OF THE MANUAL FUEL SHUTOFF SYSTEM, A DRIVER MAY NOT IDENTIFY THE HAND CONTROL TO SHUT OFF FUEL SUPPLY TO THE ENGINE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MANUAL FUEL SHUTOFF SYSTEM WITH THE STANDARD AUTOMATIC KEY-OFF FUEL CONTROL SYSTEM.
1997 FORD LOUISVILLE NHTSA Campaign ID: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:LOW PRESSURE WARNING Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 03/31/1995 - 07/29/1996 Potential Units Affected: 500 Defect Description:
THE AIR BRAKE SYSTEM WAS MANUFACTURED HAVING AIR BRAKE PRESSURE RELEASE TIMES OF APPROXIMATELY 1.5 SECONDS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS."
Consequence:
THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN SLIGHT TRAILER BRAKE DRAG AND TIRE SCUFFING INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A QUICK RELEASE VALVE IN THE AIR PRESSURE RELEASE SYSTEMS.
1997 FORD LOUISVILLE NHTSA Campaign ID: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 04/29/1996 - 12/21/1997 Potential Units Affected: 1687 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL WABCO AIR DRYER. THE AIR BRAKE SYSTEM WAS PLUMBED SO THAT THE SYSTEMS DID NOT PROVIDE AIR RESERVOIR ISOLATION. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS."
Consequence:
THE AIR BRAKE RESERVOIR PRESSURE COULD BE DEPLETED, ACTIVATING THE EMERGENCY SPRING BRAKE. WITH THE EMERGENCY SPRING BRAKE DEPLOYED, THE VEHICLE WOULD STOP AND COULD NOT BE MOVED UNTIL THE BRAKE AIR SYSTEM WAS REPAIRED.
Action:
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE AIR LINE PLUMBING TO INSTALL A CHECK VALVE.
1997 FORD MUSTANG NHTSA Campaign ID: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 911 Defect Description:
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MODULE REPLACED AFTER APRIL 5, 2000. THE REPLACEMENT DRIVER'S AIR BAG MODULE INFLATOR MAY HAVE INSUFFICIENT WELDS THAT COULD PREVENT PROPER INFLATION OF THE AIR BAG.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MAY NOT PROPERLY DEPLOY WHICH COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN LESS THAN THE INTENDED LEVEL OF OCCUPANT PROTECTION.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 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.
1997 FORD MUSTANG NHTSA Campaign ID: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 10/04/1993 - 10/10/2000 Potential Units Affected: 434000 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS. IF A VEHICLE IS PARKED WITH THE PARKING BRAKE NOT FULLY APPLIED AND NOT IN FIRST GEAR, AS DIRECTED IN THE OWNER GUIDE, AND THE SELF ADJUSTMENT PAWL SUBSEQUENTLY SKIPS ONE OR TWO TEETH, THE VEHICLE COULD MOVE ON SOME GRADES.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN UNINTENDED VEHICLE MOVEMENT AND A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE PARKING BRAKE CONTROL AND INSTALL A PLATE OR OVER-BRACKET TO THE CONTROL TO LOCK THE SELF ADJUST MECHANISM IN POSITION FOLLOWING ADJUSTMENT.
1997 FORD PROBE NHTSA Campaign ID: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 12/11/1996 - 06/10/1997 Potential Units Affected: 5700 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN EXTERNAL SPRING IN THE TIMING BELT TENSIONER CAN BREAK AND GET CAUGHT IN THE TIMING BELT.
Consequence:
THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN POSSIBLE ENGINE STALLING.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TENSIONER AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY.
1997 FORD RANGER NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 01/05/1994 - 12/05/2002 Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD RANGER NHTSA Campaign ID: TIRES:TREAD/BELT Manufacturer: BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE, INC. Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 14400000 Defect Description:
TIRE DESCRIPTION: FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT, SIZE P235/75R15, PRODUCED AT THE DECATUR, ILLINOIS TIRE PLANT AND ALL FIRESTONE RADIAL ATX AND RADIAL ATX II TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15. OPERATION OF THESE TIRES AT LOW INFLATION PRESSURES, HIGH SPEED, AND IN HOT WEATHER, CAN CONTRIBUTE TO SEPARATION OF THE TIRE TREAD.
Consequence:
IF THE TREAD SEPARATES FROM THE TIRE, THE DRIVER CAN LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
Action:
THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON AUGUST 29, 2001. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT FIRESTONE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-465-1904 FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
1997 FORD TAURUS NHTSA Campaign ID: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 06/09/1997 - 02/12/1998 Potential Units Affected: 571800 Defect Description:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TEXT AND/OR GRAPHICS FOR THE VEHICLE HEADLAMP AIMING INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE OWNER GUIDES ARE NOT SUFFICIENTLY CLEAR. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence:
IF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE REPLACED, CUSTOMERS MAY BE CONFUSED BY THE AIMING INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE OWNER GUIDES CAUSING THE HEADLAMPS TO BE IMPROPERLY AIMED.
Action:
OWNER GUIDES CONTAINING REVISED AIMING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE MAILED TO OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES.
1997 FORD TAURUS NHTSA Campaign ID: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/01/1996 - 08/28/1996 Potential Units Affected: 40000 Defect Description:
THE PARK PAWL ABUTMENT BRACKET HAS A SHARP EDGE WHICH CAN CAUSE THE PARKING PAWL TO HANG UP AND NOT ENGAGE THE PARK GEAR. THIS WOULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO MOVE EVEN THOUGH THE GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR SHOWS THAT THE VEHICLE IS IN PARK.
Consequence:
UNINTENDED AND UNEXPECTED VEHICLE MOVEMENT CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE PARK PAWL ABUTMENT BRACKET.
1997 FORD TAURUS NHTSA Campaign ID: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 11/24/1996 - 03/01/1997 Potential Units Affected: 100000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION AND REPLACE THESE SERVO COVERS.
1997 FORD WINDSTAR NHTSA Campaign ID: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 12/13/1993 - 07/03/1998 Potential Units Affected: 948492 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD WINDSTAR NHTSA Campaign ID: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 08/28/1996 - 07/03/1998 Potential Units Affected: 198583 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD WINDSTAR NHTSA Campaign ID: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 06/16/1995 - 10/24/2002 Potential Units Affected: 4500000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
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.
1997 FORD WINDSTAR NHTSA Campaign ID: EXTERIOR LIGHTING Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: - Potential Units Affected: 20637 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
DEALERS WILL BE ADVISED TO DEACTIVATE THE RUNNING LIGHT FUNCTION AND TO COMPLETE ANY OUTSTANDING SAFETY RECALLS ON THESE VEHICLES.
1997 FORD WINDSTAR NHTSA Campaign ID: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 06/16/1996 - 05/31/1999 Potential Units Affected: 789723 Defect Description:
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."
Consequence:
Action:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NEW LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
1997 FORD WINDSTAR NHTSA Campaign ID: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacture Dates: 11/24/1996 - 03/01/1997 Potential Units Affected: 100000 Defect Description:
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.
Action:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION AND REPLACE THESE SERVO COVERS.
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