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Crash Test Data for 2000 Mercury

Mercury Vehicle Front Star Rating Side Star Rating Rollover Resistance Rating
Driver Passenger Front Seat Rear Seat
2000 Grand MarquisNot
Tested
2000 MountaineerNot
Tested
2000 MystiqueNot
Tested
Not
Tested
Not
Tested
2000 SableNot
Tested
2000 SableNot
Tested
2000 VillagerNot
Tested

 

Service Bulletins for 2000 Mercury

2000 MERCURY COUGAR
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: 00186
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE NO START CONDITION WHEN THE WIPER SWITCH IS IN THE INTERMITTENT OR LOW-SPEED SETTING DURING VEHICLE START-UP. *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: 0024
VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE THE LOW COOLANT LAMP TO ILLUMINATE WITH COOLANT AT NORMAL OPERATING LEVEL, VEHICLES WITH 2.5 L ENGINES. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 00252
ON SOME VEHICLES, AN OBJECTIONABLE EXHAUST, SULFUR, OR ROTTEN EGG ODOR FOLLOWING AGGRESSIVE DRIVING, SUCH AS FULL-THROTTLE ACCELERATION MAY OCCUR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 00256
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A V6 ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A FLICKERING CONDITION OF THE HEADLAMP, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, RADIO, AND INTERIOR LIGHTS DURING ENGINE START-UP AND MAY CONTINUE DURING THE FIRST SEVERAL MINUTES OF ENGINE IDLE.
Bulletin Number: 00265
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DISC BRAKES MAY EXHIBIT A MOANING / GROANING NOISE ON INITIAL BRAKE APPLICATION (COLD SOAK). *TT
Bulletin Number: 0037
VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE THE MALFUNCTION INCIATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS). *MJS
Bulletin Number: 0063
VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE WATER LEAKS IN THE FRONT PASSENGER COMPARTMENT DURING HEAVY RAINS AND/OR GOING THROUGH CAR WASH- VEHICLES BUILT FROM 11/2/99 THROUGH 11/22/99 EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINES AND CD4E TRANSAXLES. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 00S03
SAFETY RECALL PERTAINING TO BRAKE PRESSURE CONTROL REDUCING VALVE REPLACEMENT. *JB
Bulletin Number: 0114
EXPERIENCING A SPARK KNOCK OR PRE-IGNITION CONDITION ON VEHICLES WITH AN AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSMISSION DURING STEADY CRUISE DRIVING OR UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01156
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 01157
INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 01162
SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 22-SEP-2000, MAY EXHIBIT THE BRAKE LAMPS STAYING ON. *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: 01224
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION WHERE THE DEFROSTER GRILLE EDGES LIFT OUT OF THE DASH PAD. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01246
ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0135
SOME VEHICLES NOT EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIRBAGS MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION WHERE THE AIRBAG WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) U2017 AND / OR U2018. *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: 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: 0245
INFORMATION REGARDING DISCHARGED BATTERY CHARGING SERVICE TIPS AND GUIDELINES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0246
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT COMPLAINTS OF FALSE ALARM ACTIVATION OFTHE PERIMETER ANTI-THEFT ALARM OR BEING INOPERATIVE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03148
NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 031501
INOPERATIVE ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (HEATED BACKLITE) GRID LINES, INTEGRAL ANTENNA CONCERNS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 031514
THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY BE ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P1380, P1381, P1383, AND/OR P0340 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *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: 04104
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0420 AND/OR P0430/ 2.5L ENGINE ONLY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 041514
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04174
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - SYSTEM LEAN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) - SERVICE TIPS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 F-SERIES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 041814
STEERING COLUMN SHIPPED WITHOUT CRUSH PAD - REUSE ORIGINAL CRUSH PAD IF NOT DAMAGED. *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: 04N02
ENGINE HESITATION, LOSS OF POWER, SURGING, AND OTHER SIMILAR SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF CONTAMINATION OF THE FUEL PUMP. THIS PROGRAM EXTENDS THE COVERAGE OF THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM). *TT *MJ
Bulletin Number: 13169
INFORMATION REGARDING RADIO REMOVAL/INSTALLATION. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13318
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY REPORT A CONCERN OF RADIO VOLUME GOING UP AND DOWN ON ITS OWN WHILE DRIVING OR FLUCFTATING BY ITSELF. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13319
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A RADIO THAT IS INTERMITTENTLY INOPERATIVE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13324
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT PAINT BUBBLING / PEELING ON THE FRONT AND / OR REAR BUMPER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13325
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT INTERMITTENT AND / OR INOPERATIVE SPEAKER FUNCTION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13355
INFORMATION REGARDING A/C PEANUT O-RING COLOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13386
INFORMATION ON INVESTIGATING HARD START / NO START CONDITIONS ACCOMPANIED BY OVERFUELING IN AMBIENTS BELOW 32F/0C, ON VEHICLES WITH VCT EQUIPPED 2.0L ZETEC ENGINES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13454
SUBJECT REGARDING THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH VOLTAGE READINGS - SERVICE TIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13468
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A TIMING BELT SHREDDING OR TIMING BELT STRIKING THE FRONT COVER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13507
SOME VEHICLES WITH THE OPTIONAL OVERHEAD WARNING INDICATOR CONSOLE MAY EXHIBIT THE DOOR AJAR WARNING AND INTERIOR COURTESY LAMPS ILLUMINATING WHEN THE KEY IS TURNED TO THE ON POSITION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13508
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WINDNOISE OR WHISTLE FROM THE WINDSHIELD A-PILLAR MOLDINGS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13552
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY REPORT A CONCERN OF RADIO OPERATING WITH IGNITION SWITCH OFF, WITH OR WITHOUT A KEY IN IGNITION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13830
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5L ENGINE AND BUILT AFTER MAY 5, 1999 MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT HARD/NO START, ROUGH IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER A HOT SOAK OF APPROXINATELY 30 MINUTES. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13866
EXPERIENCING A HOOT NOISE FROM THE IDLE IDLE AIR BYPASS SOLENOID ON DECELERATION, USUALLY IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13936
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE BATTERY WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATING DUE TO FUSE 2 OR 7 BLOWING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13975
VEHICLES WITH 2.5L ENGINE AND BUILT AFTER MAY 25, 1999 MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT HARD / NO START, ROUGH IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER A HOT SOAK OF APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14077
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER A HOT SOAK AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES. **MR
Bulletin Number: 14355
INFORMATION PERTAINING TO DURATEC OIL PAN INVESTIGATION. *JB
Bulletin Number: 14376
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES MAY EXHIBIT A REAR DISC BRAKE MOAN / GROAN NOISE. *JB
Bulletin Number: 14401
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT MULTIPLE MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) WITH NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERN NOTED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14472
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK OR SQUEAL IN THE FRONT BRAKE SYSTEM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14472
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK OR SQUEAL IN THE FRONT BRAKE SYSTEM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14475
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (ABS) MAY EXHIBIT AN ABS LIGHT ON CONDITION DIAGNOSED AS RELATED TO THE WHEEL SPEED SENSORS. FORD MOTOR COMPANY IS INVESTIGATING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14491
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14516
INFORMATION ON IMPROVED FUEL TANK FILLER PIPE GROMMET. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14516
VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JUN 21, 2000, AN IMPROVED FUEL FILLER TANK GROMMET IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14837
INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING A FUEL LEVEL INDICATION INTERMITTENTLY DROPPING TO EMPTY WITH FUEL IN THE FUEL TANK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14838
SOME VEHICLES WITH CD4E TRANSMISSIONS BUILT 7/1/2000 THRU 12/20/200 MAY EXHIBIT INTERMITTENT LOSS OF BOTH FIRST AND SECOND GEAR, (REPORTED AS A LOSS OF POWER) TCIL LAMP FLASH, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP MAY ILLUMINATE, WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUB
Bulletin Number: 14971
SOME VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 02-01-2001 MAY EXHIBIT THE FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR INTERMITTENTLY DROPPING TO EMPTY WITHFUEL IN THE TANK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15020
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT MULTIPLE MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES WITH NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERN NOTED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15118
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A STEERING DRIFT/PULL TO THE RIGHT. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 15183
INFORMATION REGARDING COUGAR HEADLAMP PARTING LINE, WHICH RESULTS FROM THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS AND CAN BE SEEN DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE TURN SIGNAL FUNCTION FROM THE TOP TO THE BOTTOM. *YD
Bulletin Number: 15197
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN OF BACKLITE/HATCHBACK MOLDINGS BECOMING LOOSE. *JG
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: 15257
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE DEFROSTER VENT EDGES LIFTING OUT OF THE DASH PAD. *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: 15538
SUBJECT ON BRAKE FLUID LEAK. *YH
Bulletin Number: 15636
CONCERN WITH HEADLAMPS AND/OR INSTRUMENT PANEL LAMPS DIMMING SLIGHTLY AT IDLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15828
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1213, B1342, B1601, B2431. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15830
BATTERY LAMP ON, HOWEVER THE CHARGING SYSTEM IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 16028
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT MULTIPLE MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES WITH NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS NOTED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 17174
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0171/P0174 OR P1072/P0175 STORED IN MEMORY OR AS HARD FAULTS. HESITATION, LACK OF POWER OR RUNS ROUGH CONDITION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 6984
CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHIBITING INTERMITTENT AND / OR INOPERATIVE SPEAKER FUNCTION WHEN THE RADIO IS REMOVED OR REINSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7242
SOME CUSTOMER MAY REPORT A CONCERN WITH THE RADIO VOLUME GOING UP AND DOWN ON ITS OWN WHILE DRIVING OR FLUCTUATING BY ITSELF. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7243
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A RADIO THAT IS INTERMITTENTLY INOPERATIVE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7244
A CONCERN WITH PAINT BUBBLING / PEELING ON THE FRONT AND / OR REAR BUMPER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7245
EXHIBITING AN INTERMITTENT AND / OR INOPERATIVE SPEAKER FUNCTION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7249
INFORMATION ON USING PEANUT STYLE A/C FITTINGS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7430
INFORMATION REGARDING SPEED CONTROL SWITCH VOLTAGE READINGS - SERVICE TIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7451
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A TIMING BELT SHREDDING OR TIMING BELT STRIKING THE FRONT COVER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7532
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WINDNOISE OR WHISTLE FROM THE WINDSHIELD A-PILLAR MOLDINGS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7822
THE NEW SYNTHETIC TRANSMISION FLUID MUST BE USED WHENEVER ADDING FLUID OR PERFORMING ANY TYPE OF SERVICE TO THE TRANSAXLE FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE MTX-75 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSAXLE.
Bulletin Number: 8054
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5L ENGINE AND BUILT AFTER MAY 5, 1999 MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT HARD / NO START, ROUGH IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER A HOT SOAK OF APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8128
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HOOT NOISE FROM THE IDLE IDLE AIR BYPASS SOLENOID ON DECELERATION, USUALLY IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. THE IDLE SPEED MAY ALSO REMAIN SLIGHTLY HIGHER OR LOWER THAN DESIRED WHEN THIS NOISE IS PRESENT.
Bulletin Number: 8192
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPED WITH 4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES MAY EXHIBIT A GROAN / GRIND NOISE FROM THE REAR BRAKES ON THE FIRST APPLICATION AFTER THE VEHICLES HAS BEEN PARKED OVERNIGHT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8218
EXPERIENCING THE BATTERY WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATING DUE TO FUSE 2 BLOWING INTERMITTENTLY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8262
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE BATTERY WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATING DUE TO FUSE 2 OR 7 BLOWING. *TT
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: 8334
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5 ENGINE AND BUILT AFTER MAY 25, 1999 MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT HARD / NO START, ROUGH IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER A HOT SOAK OF APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8571
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER A HOT SOAK OF APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES. **MR
Bulletin Number: 99193
EXPERIENCING A GRINDING / GROANING / SQUEAKING / SQUEALING NOISE WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING THE SUNROOF. *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: 99244
EXHIBITING A WINDNOISE AND / OR WATER LEAK AROUND THE B-PILLAR MOULDINGS. *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
2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
Bulletin Number: 00213
SUBJECT REGARDING CLIMATE CONTROL - EATC - BLOWER MOTOR CONTROL SERVICE TIPS. *JB
Bulletin Number: 00214
INFORMATION REGARDING REVISED ENGINE MOUNTS FOR SEVERE DUTY VEHICLES. *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: 0111
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE ENGINE MOUNTS MAY NOT EXHIBIT SATISFACTORY DURABILITY UNDER SEVERE OPERATING CONDITIONS THAT MAY BE ENCOUNTERED BY POLICE, TAXI OR LIMO / LIVERY VEHICLES SUCH AS EXTENDED IDLING AT HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *
Bulletin Number: 01114
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VIBRATIONS FELT AT SPEEDS ABOVE 72 KM/H (45 MPH). *TT
Bulletin Number: 01137
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4R70W AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A CLUNK NOISE DURING THE 2-1 DOWNSHIFT EVENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01156
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 01157
INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 0116
SOME VEHICLES MAY PRODUCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED, ROUGH IDLE, A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0350 - P0360 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT
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: 012110
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE ROMEO BUILT 4.6L 2V ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE OIL LEAK OR OIL WEEPAGE FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET AT THE RIGHT HAND REAR OR THE LEFT HAND FRONT OF THE ENGINE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 012113
SOME IGNITION SWITCH LOCK CYLINDER ASSEMBLIES MAY EXHIBIT ROUGNESS AND / OR EXCESS EFFORT IN TURNING, KEY DOES NOT FULLY RETURN FROM START, A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP MAY ILLUMINATE WITH P0500, P1502 AND U1039 STORED IN POWERTRIAN CONTROL
Bulletin Number: 012114
PARTS AND PROCEDURE TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL OF FUEL TANK PUNCTURES DURING RARE AND EXTREMELY HIGH-SPEED REAR IMPACTS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01213
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT RAPID FLASHING OF THE TURN SIGNALS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01246
ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0125
SEAT BELT WARNING SYSTEM - BELT REMINDER FUNCTION, OPERATION AND SERVICE TIPS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0147
SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0158
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4R70W AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A TICKING OR CLICKING TYPE NOISE IN FIRST GEAR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0162
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) MAY NOT START OR CRANK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 02136
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK MAY BE INOPERATIVE, NOW ALLOWING THE OPERATOR TO MOVE THE SHIFT LEVER FROM THE PARK POSITION. STOP LAMP OPERATION MAY ALSO BE AFFECTED. *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: 0245
INFORMATION REGARDING DISCHARGED BATTERY CHARGING SERVICE TIPS AND GUIDELINES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0274
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHBIT A SQUEAK / CREAK NOISE COMING FROM THE LEFT FRONT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR HINGE AREA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0297
SOME VEHICLES PRODUCED BEFORE 3/5/2002 MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT RAPID FLASHING OF THE TURN SIGNALS. *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: 031501
INOPERATIVE ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (HEATED BACKLITE) GRID LINES, INTEGRAL ANTENNA CONCERNS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03157
GRINDING TYPE NOISE FROM THE TIMING CHAIN AREA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03181
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03193
EXCESSIVE MOISTURE IN THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY. *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: 03228
LACK OF AIR CONDITIONER (A/C) COOLING AND RESTRICTED/REDUCED AIR FLOW THROUGH THE A/C VENTS TYPICALLY DURING EXTENDED IDLING CONDITIONS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0326
REVISED COOLING FAN MOTOR AVAILABLE. *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: 041514
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 041601
WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04174
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - SYSTEM LEAN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) - SERVICE TIPS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 F-SERIES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04189
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *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: 042421
SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04251
ALUMINUM CORROSION - SERVICE TIP. *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: 13290
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CD CHANGER WITH A CD MAGAZINE THAT JAMS / WILL NOT EJECT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13355
INFORMATION REGARDING A/C PEANUT O-RING COLOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13360
SUBJECT REGARDING COWL WEATHERSTRIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13361
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT STATIC NOISE THROUGH THE AUDIO SYSTEM SPEAKERS WITH THE RADIO TUNED TO THE LOWER AM BAND WHEN THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER IS OPERATING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13448
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ENGINE OIL THAT HAS A MILKY APPEARANCE AT PREDELIVERY INSPECTION DUE TO CONDENSATION IN THE CRANKCASE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13487
ON SOME VEHICLES THE SEAT BELT MINDER INDICATOR WILL FLASH AND THE CHIME WILL SOUND IF THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN WITH THE DRIVERS SEAT BELT NOT FASTENED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13553
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A THUMP NOISE FROM THE AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM APPROXIMATELY 5-6 SECONDS AFTER INITIAL AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR ENGAGEMENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13952
EXHIBITING STATIC NOISE THROUGH THE AUDIO SYSTEM SPEAKERS WITH THE RADIO TUNED TO THE AM BAND WHEN THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER IS OPERATING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14080
SOME VEHICLES WITH FULL SIZE LUXURY WHEEL COVERS MAY EXHIBIT A CLICKING NOISE WHILE DRIVING. **MR
Bulletin Number: 14081
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE KEYLESS ENTRY PAD. **MR
Bulletin Number: 14181
CONCERNS WITH FUEL TANK THUMP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14181
VEHICLES BUILT UP TO DECEMBER OF 1999 MAY EXHIBIT A CLUNK NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING OVER SPEED BUMPS. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY THE FILL-LIMITING VALVE INSIDE THE FUEL TANK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14310
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INCORRECT P1729 (4X4 LOW SWITCH) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) IN CONTINUES MEMORY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14807
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HOOT NOISE AT IDLE COMING FROM THE INDUCTION SYSTEM. POSSIBLE ADDITIONAL SYMPTOMS MAY INCLUDE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1506 AND A HIGHER THAN NORMAL IDLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14821
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.6L ROMEO ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET AREA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14862
INFORMATION ON REPLACING FUEL TANK STRAP BOLTS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14864
SUBJECT REGARDING CERTAIN VEHICLES WITH 4.6L ROMEO ENGINES EXHIBITING AN OIL LEAK FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET AREA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14907
CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHIBITING THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE REGISTERING LOW OR NO OIL PRESSURE USUALLY ON INITIAL START-UP AFTER SEVERAL HOURS OF COLD SOAK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15026
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A STALL AT IDLE AFTER START-UP CONDITION. *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: 15130
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A TURN SIGNAL FAST FLASH CONDITION WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL BLOWER SPEED AT THE FULL HOT OR FULL COLD SETTING. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 15158
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FEAD BELT JUMP-OFF TOSS. *YH
Bulletin Number: 15793
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT OIL LEAK AT THE CYLINDER HEAD TO BLOCK JOINT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15808
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A ONE-TOUCH DOWN MODULE OR A DRIVERS DOOR MOUDLE MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION WHERE THE DRIVERS WINDOW MOVES DOWN WHEN ONE OF THE OTHER WINDOWS IS OPERATED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15812
OVERSPEED WARNING CHIME ACTIVATION WHEN TRAVELLING ABOVE 70 M PH / 110 KPH. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15893
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE ENGINE COOLING FAN. *TT
Bulletin Number: 16068
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE VIBRATION AT 1100-1500 RPM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 16380
SERVICE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET FOR 4.6L APPLICATIONS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 16401
BRAKE BOOSTER PUSH ROD ADJUSTMENT. BRAKE PEDAL FEEL CONDITION. *MJ
Bulletin Number: 17757
INTERMITTENT RAPID FLASHING OF THE TURN SIGNALS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 17810
TRANSMISSION FAILURE WHERE THERE IS A LARGE AMOUNT OF METAL OR DEBRIS IN THE PAN. *TT
Bulletin Number: 17871
MULTIPLE DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS UNDER ACCELERATION CAUSED BY IGNITION COIL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7207
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CD CHANGER WITH A CD MAGAZINE THAT JAMS / WILL NOT EJECT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7249
INFORMATION ON USING PEANUT STYLE A/C FITTINGS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7259
SUBJECT REGARDING THE COWL WEATHERSTRIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7260
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT STATIC NOISE THROUGH AM RADIO WHILE USING REAR DEFROST. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7474
INFORMATION ON THE REVISED SEAT BELT MINDER STRAGETY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7919
INCORRECT INFORMATION ABOUT THE BELTMINDER FEATURE IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE MANUAL INCORRECTLY DESCRIBES THE BELTMINDER FEATURE AS BEING DEPENDENT ON VEHICLE MOTION.
Bulletin Number: 8038
EXPERIENCING A THUMP NOISE FROM THE AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM APPROXIMATELY 5-10 SECONDS AFTER INITIAL AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR ENGAGEMENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8049
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT STATIC NOISE THROUGH THE AUDIO SYSTEM SPEAKERS WITH THE RADIO TUNED TO THE LOWER AM BAND WHEN THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER IS OPERATING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8060
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT STEERING DRIFT / WANDER CONDITION, USUALLY NOTED DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8077
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ANY OF P0350 THROUGH P0358 COIL DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AND ROUGH IDLE UNDER COLD START CONDITIONS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8190
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ANY OF P0350 - P0358 COIL (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES), CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND ROUGH IDLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8283
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT STATIC NOISE THROUGH THE AUDIO SYSTEM SPEAKERS WITH THE RADIO TUNED TO THE AM BAND WHEN THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER IS OPERATING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8382
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MISS, BUCK / JERK, SURGE IN THE IGNITION COIL / SPARK PLUG BOOT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8576
SOME VEHICLES WITH FULL SIZE LUXURY WHEELS COVERS MAY EXHIBIT A CLICKING NOISE WHILE DRIVING. **MR
Bulletin Number: 991412
SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR GREEN SERVICE TAGGED 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS. *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: 99208
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE INTERIOR DOME LAMP MAY NOT BE ADHERED TO THE ROOF. *TT
Bulletin Number: 99219
THIS BULLETIN MENTIONS THAT THE WORKSHOP MANUALS DO NOT CONTAIN A PROCEDURE FOR INSPECTING THE PITMAN ARM BALL JOINT FOR WEAR. *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: 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
Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2026
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo
2000 MERCURY MERCURY
Bulletin Number: 13248
INFORMATION REGARDING SBDS EVAP TEST FOR DTC PO455. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 7130
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0455 CAUSED BY AN EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM LEAK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7434
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT WHEEL / TIRE RELATED VIBRATION THAT IS DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE. *TT
2000 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
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: 002405
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 5.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0351 THROUGH P0354 POSSIBLE WITH NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS PRESENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 00245
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 5.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0351 THROUGH P0354 POSSIBLE WITH NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS PRESENT. *TT
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: 00L09
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE INFLATION LABEL. *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: 01110
AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES B1994 AND / OR B1998 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01114
SOME 4X4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH-PITCHED SQUEAL OR WHISTLE TYPE NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE AREA OF THE VEHICLE AT SPEEDS FROM 16 TO 64 KM/H (10 TO 40 MPH). *TT
Bulletin Number: 01137
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4R70W AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A CLUNK NOISE DURING THE 2-1 DOWNSHIFT EVENT. *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: 012113
SOME IGNITION SWITCH LOCK CYLINDER ASSEMBLIES MAY EXHIBIT ROUGNESS AND / OR EXCESS EFFORT IN TURNING, KEY DOES NOT FULLY RETURN FROM START, A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP MAY ILLUMINATE WITH P0500, P1502 AND U1039 STORED IN POWERTRIAN CONTROL
Bulletin Number: 01246
ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01411
HIGH-PITCHED FRONT AXLE SQUEAL OR WHISTLE TYPE NOISE FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AT SPEEDS FROM 16 TO 64 KM/H (10 TO 40 MPH). *TT
Bulletin Number: 0154
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLASHING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) ACCOMPANIED BY A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0741 AND IN SOME CASES P1728. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0162
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) MAY NOT START OR CRANK. *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: 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: 02171
PAINT-PREMATURE CLEARCOAT CRACKING-SERVICE TIPS. *MJ
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: 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: 0245
INFORMATION REGARDING DISCHARGED BATTERY CHARGING SERVICE TIPS AND GUIDELINES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0276
INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING ENGINE RATTLE NOISE FROM PRIMARY CHAIN DRIVE AREA BETWEEN 2000-3000 RPM ON COLD ENGINE OPERATION ONLY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0281
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.0 SOHC (SINGLE OVER-HEAD CAM) ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A PRIMARY TIMING CHAIN RATTLE NOISE. *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: 0285
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC) BLOWS COLD AIR FROM THE FLOOR DUCTS ON VEHICLES PRODUCED BEFORE 9/30/2000 ONLY. *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: 031501
INOPERATIVE ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (HEATED BACKLITE) GRID LINES, INTEGRAL ANTENNA CONCERNS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03181
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03199
RATTLE/BUZZ SOUND FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE ON 4.0L SINGLE OVERHEAD CAM (SOHC) ENGINES. *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: 03261
NEW SERVICE PART - NUMBER 5 NEEDLE BEARING AND RACE KIT - 4R70W TRANSMISSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0335
IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) VALVE DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS. *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: 041514
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04174
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - SYSTEM LEAN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) - SERVICE TIPS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 F-SERIES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04189
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *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: 042421
SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04251
ALUMINUM CORROSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04262
FALSE PARKING AID WARNINGS. *TT UPDATE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0471
WARNING INDICATORS-PARKING AID-REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (RSS) AND FORWARD SENSING SYSTEM (FSS)-FALSE ACTIVATION OF WARNING TONE-SERVICE TIPS. *MJ UPDATE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13049
EXHIBITING A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK FROM THE STEERING GEAR BOOT(S). *TT
Bulletin Number: 13097
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT NO 2-STEP UNLOCK OR A FALSE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1834 (DOOR UNLOCK DISARM OUTPUT - CIR) GENERATED BY THE GEM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13101
SUBJECT REGARDING THE SBDS RELATIVE CAM TIMING TEST. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13147
SUBJECT REGARDING THE ABS MODULE ACTIVE COMMAND MODES FEATURE OF NGS SOFTWARE VERSION 16.1. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13157
SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBIT HIGHER THAN NORMAL BASE IDLE SPEED OF 1200 - 1600 RPM WHEN THE VEHICLE IS INITIALLY RECEIVED FROM THE ASSEMBLY PLANT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13166
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK NOISE FROM THE REAR WHILE DRIVING, ESPECIALLY WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS. *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: 13174
INFORMATION REGARDING CONTACT ENGINEERING WITH BATTERY LEAK CONCERNS. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13176
INFORMATION REGARDING REAR AXLE WHINE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13177
INFORMATION REGARDING 4.0L SOHC ENGINE REPAIR PROCEDURE UPDATE. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13181
INFORMATION REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL CHART (CONTINUED). *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13193
INFORMATION REGARDING REAR AXLE WHINE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13213
INFORMATION REGARDING RADIO LIGHTS AND DISPLAY FLICKER/FLASH WITH HEADLIGHTS ON. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13222
INFORMATION REGARDING NEUTRAL TOW KIT AVAILABLE. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13223
INFORMATION REGARDING MANUAL A/C SYSTEM- BLOWER WORKS IN HIGH SETTING ONLY. *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: 13263
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A POP / CREAK NOISE FROM THE RIGHT A PILLAR / UPPER DOOR HINGE AREA WHILE DRIVING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13290
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CD CHANGER WITH A CD MAGAZINE THAT JAMS / WILL NOT EJECT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13300
SOME VEHICLES WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / MOAN / BOOM AT IDLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13315
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINES AND 3.73:1 RATIO / 8.8 INCH RING GEAR REAR AXLES MAY EXHIBIT A WHINE NOISE DURING VARIOUS DRIVE MODES AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 45 TO 65 MPH. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13333
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT FUSE #18 IN THE FUSE JUNCTION PANEL INTERMITTENTLY GOING OPEN. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13334
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A HESITATION ON ACCELERATION DURING ENGINE WARM UP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13335
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT HESITATION ON ACCELERATION DURING ENGINE WARM UP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13337
SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 9/15/99 MAY EXHIBIT FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER ACTIVATION WITHOUT COMMAND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13340
EXHIBITING A MISS / ROUGH IDLE WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ON AND DTC P0340 IN SELF TEST. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13350
SOME VEHICLES WITH A4WD BUILT PRIOR TO 9/13/99 MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / PULSATION AT 0 - 45 MPH. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13352
VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC 4 WHEEL DRIVE MAY EXHIBIT MULTIPLE GENERIC ELECTRONIC MODULE (GEM) FUNCTIONAL CONCERNS. *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: 13414
EXHIBITING A LACK OF HEAT, EXHAUST SULPHUR SMELL AND / OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0125. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13415
EXHIBITING A SQUEAK TYPE NOISE FROM THE REAR STABILIZER BAR WHILE DRIVING, ESPECIALLY WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13425
SUBJECT REGARDING DISCONTINUED RUNNING BOARD LIGHTS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13426
EXHIBITING VERY LIGHT STEERING VIBRATION / SHIMMY / NIBBLE AT ENGINE IDLE OR LOW SPEEDS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13435
EXPERIENCING A POPPING, SNAPPING OR TICKING NOISE FROM THE RIGHT A-PILLAR / UPPER DOOR HINGE AREA WHLE DRIVING. *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: 13483
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT AN AIR SUSPENSION LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE C1726 IN SELF TEST. *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: 13512
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE LEFT FRONT POWER WINDOW IS INOPERATIVE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13545
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L OHV OR 4.0L SOHC ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOMS DUE TO INJECTOR(S) CONTAMINATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13563
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH SIDE AIR BAG DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES B1994 AND B1998 IN SELF TEST. ENGINEERING HAS RELEASED A ROBUST OVERLAY HARNESS TO INSTALL ON VEHICLES THAT COME IN FOR THIS ISSUE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13581
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH SIDE AIR BAG DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES B1994 AND / OR B1998 IN SELF TEST. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13723
SOME ALL WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A LOW SPEED WHINING NOISE FROM THE TRANSFER CASE. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13725
SOME VEHICLES WITH A4WD MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / MOAN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13752
SOME 4X4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION SEAL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13843
ENGINEERING IS CURRENTLY INVESTIGATING CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHIBITING A VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT
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: 14010
SOME VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 11/22/99 AND EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS THAT LEAD TO IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) VALVE REPLACEMENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14011
SOME 2000 AND 2001 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE INSIDE DIAMETER OF THE REAR AXLE PINION OIL SEAL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14012
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE PREMIUM AM / FM / CASSETTE / SINGLE CD (PIONEER T100I RADIO) MAY EXHIBIT A RADIO REMAINING ON AFTER THE KEY IS SHUT OFF AND REMOVED POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN A DEAD BATTERY / NO CRANK CONDITION. *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: 14062
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A COOLING SYSTEM LEAK DUE TO A BROKEN CONSTANT TENSION CLAMP. **MR
Bulletin Number: 14090
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / NO START CONDITION WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14198
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK NOISE FROM THE FRONT LOWER DOOR HINGE(S) WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING THE DOORS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14345
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE REGISTERING LOW OR NO OIL PRESSURE USUALLY ON INITIAL STRT-UP AFTER SEVERAL HOURS OF COLD SOAK. *JB
Bulletin Number: 14371
SUBJECT REGARDING POP / CREAK NOISE FROM THE REAR UNDERBODY WHILE DRIVING. *JB
Bulletin Number: 14451
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ON WITH POSSIBLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P0351, P0352, P0353 AND / OR P0354 IN SELF TEST WITH NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS PRESENT.
Bulletin Number: 14451
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ON WITH POSSIBLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0351, P0352, P0353 AND / OR P0354 IN SELF TEST WITH NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS PRESENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14554
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4R70W TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT THE TCIL ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0741 (TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SYSTEM PERFORMANCE OR STUCK OFF) IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. *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: 14586
SOME 4.0L VEHICLES WITH A4WD BUILT PRIOR TO 9/13/99 MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / PULSATION AT 0-45 MPH ON DRY PAVEMENT UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION IN 4 AUTO MODE WHICH MAY CHARACTERISTIC WITH THE CONTROL TRAC 4X4 SYSTEM. *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: 14907
CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHIBITING THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE REGISTERING LOW OR NO OIL PRESSURE USUALLY ON INITIAL START-UP AFTER SEVERAL HOURS OF COLD SOAK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15119
INFORMATION REGARDING MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH PART NUMBER CLARIFICATION. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 15155
ON SOME VEHICLES THE REAR WIPER ARM FAILS TO CLEAN BACK GLASS. *ET
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: 15406
CONCERNS WITH REAR WIPERS THAT DO NOT SUFFICIENTLY CLEAN THE BACK GLASS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15422
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK CONDITION AFTER SITTING FOR AN HOUR OR MORE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15470
CONCERNS WITH SPARK KNOCK NOISE OR CHAIN RATTLE NOISE BETWEEN 2000-3000 RPM, DURING COLD ENGINE OPERATION ONLY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15496
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE APRIL 23, 2001 MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK AFTER SITTING FOR AN HOUR OR MORE DUE TO FUEL SYSTEM CONTAMINATION. *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: 15564
SOME 4 DOOR VEHICLES WITH THE AUTOLAMP FEATURE MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF THE HEADLAMPS STAYING ON ALL THE TIME. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15567
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE APRIL 23, 2001 MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK AFTER SITTING FOR AN HOUR OR MORE. *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: 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: 16114
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT REPEAT SERVICE FOR AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1994 (DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG CIRCUIT RESISTANCE HIGH) AND / OR B1998 (PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG CIRCUIT RESISTANCE HIGH). *TT
Bulletin Number: 16131
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT REPEAT SERVICE FOR AN AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES B1994 AND B1998 SET. *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: 17316
FUEL SIGNAL TO INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SERVICE TIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 6905
INFORMATION ON REMOVING AND / OR REPLACING THE GENERIC ELECTRONIC MODULE (GEM). *TT
Bulletin Number: 6915
SUBJECT REGARDING THE ABS MODULE ACTIVE COMMAND MODES FEATURES OF THE NGS SOFTWARE VERSION 16.1 IS NOT FUNCTIONING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 6929
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGHER THAN NORMAL BASE IDLE SPEED OF 1200 - 1600 PRM WHEN VEHICLE IS RECEIVED FROM ASSEMBLY PLANT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 6937
CONCERNS WITH SQUEAK -TYPE NOISE FROM THE REAR WHILE DRIVING OR GOING OVER BUMPS. *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: 6990
INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES EXHIBITING A BATTERY LEAK CONCERN. *TT
Bulletin Number: 6992
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WHINE NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE DURING VARIOUS DRIVE MODES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *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: 7005
INFORMATION REGARDING REAR AXLE WHINE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 7075
INFORMATION REGARDING RADIO LIGHTS AND DISPLAY FLICKER/FLASH WITH HEADLIGHTS ON. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 7083
INFORMATION REGARDING NEUTRAL TOW KIT AVAILABILITY. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 7084
SUBJECT ON MANUAL A/C SYSTEM-BLOWER WORKS IN HIGH SETTING ONLY. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 7138
SERVICE TIP INFORMATION WHEN SERVICING THE 4.0L SOHC SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7142
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A POP / CREAK NOISE FROM THE RIGHT A PILLAR / UPPER DOOR HINGE AREA WHILE DRIVING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7207
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CD CHANGER WITH A CD MAGAZINE THAT JAMS / WILL NOT EJECT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7241
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINES AND 3.73:1 RATIO / 8.8 INCH RING GEAR REAR AXLES MAY EXHIBIT A WHINE NOISE DURING VARIOUS DRIVE MODES AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 45 TO 65 MPH. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7247
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FUSE #18 OPEN / POWER DOOR LOCKS CYCLING UNCOMMANDED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7248
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT HESITATION ON ACCELERATION DURING ENGINE WARM UP. *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: 7322
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 12/1/1998 AND 8/31/1999 EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A LACK OF HEAT, EXHAUST SULPHUR SMELL AND / OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0125. *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: 7368
INFORMATION REGARDING THE DISCONTINUATION OF ILLUMINATED RUNNING BOARDS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7418
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A POPPING, SNAPPING OR TICKING NOISE FROM THE RIGHT A PILLAR / UPPER DOOR HINGE AREA WHILE DRIVING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7468
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION / GROAN ON ACCELERATION OR TAKE OFF.
Bulletin Number: 7470
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT AN AIR SUSPENSION LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE C1726 IN SELF TEST. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7536
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE LEFT FRONT POWER WINDOW INOPERATIVE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8035
TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK AT THE RADIATOR COOLER LINE FITTING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8037
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. ENGINEERING IS CURRENTLY INVESTIGATING THIS ISSUE AND IS LOOKING FOR VEHICLES THAT HAVE BEEN INTO DEALERSHIPS MORE THAN ONCE FOR THE CONCERN. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8090
FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING A VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, ENGINEERING IS CURRENTLY INVESTIGATING THIS ISSUE AND IS LOOKING FOR VEHICLES THAT HAVE BEEN INTO THE DEALERSHIP MORE THAN ONCE FOR THE CONCERN. *TT
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: 8200
SOME VEHICLES WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINE AND BUILT PRIOR TO 9/21/99 MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION OR BUZZ FELT THROUGH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WHICH IS MOST NOTICEABLE DURING ACCELERATION UNDER 2000 RPMS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8420
SOME VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 11/22/99 AND EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS THAT LEAD TO IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) VALVE REPLACEMENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8423
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE INSIDE DIAMETER OF THE REAR AXLE PINION OIL SEAL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8424
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE PREMIUM AM / FM / CASSETTE / SINGLE CD (PIONEER T100I RADIO) MAY EXHIBIT A RADIO REMAINING ON AFTER THE KEY IS SHUT OFF AND REMOVED POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN A DEAD BATTERY / NO CRANK CONDITION. *TT
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: 8534
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A COOLING SYSTEM LEAK DUE TO A BROKEN CONSTANT TENSION CLAMP. **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: 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: 9913072
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OUTSIDE PASSENGER OR DRIVER SIDE MIRROR SLIGHT FLUTTER / SHAKE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 9913094
CONCERNS WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES EQUIPPED VEHICLES EXHIBITING AN OIL LEAK FROM THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH BOSS OF THE ENGINE BLOCK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 9913138
INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND REMOVING THE GENERIC ELECTRONIC MODULE (GEM). *TT
Bulletin Number: 991412
SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR GREEN SERVICE TAGGED 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS. *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: 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: 99242
INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 99243
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY OPERATE WHILE THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 996777
EXHIBITING A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK FROM THE STEERING GEAR BOOT(S). *TT
Bulletin Number: 996804
CONCERNS WITH OUTSIDE PASSENGER OR DRIVER SIDE MIRROR SLIGHTLY FULTTERING / SHAKING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 996868
INFORMATION ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING A "NO 2-STEP UNLOCK" OR A FALSE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1834 (DOOR UNLOCK DISARM OUTPUT - CIR) STORED IN MEMORY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 996874
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO THE SBDS RELATIVE CAM TIMING TEST WHICH HAS BEEN TEMPORARILY REMOVED FROM USE ON SOME VEHICLES DUE TO NOISE CONCERNS. *TT
2000 MERCURY MYSTIQUE
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: 00186
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE NO START CONDITION WHEN THE WIPER SWITCH IS IN THE INTERMITTENT OR LOW-SPEED SETTING DURING VEHICLE START-UP. *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: 00252
ON SOME VEHICLES, AN OBJECTIONABLE EXHAUST, SULFUR, OR ROTTEN EGG ODOR FOLLOWING AGGRESSIVE DRIVING, SUCH AS FULL-THROTTLE ACCELERATION MAY OCCUR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0037
VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE THE MALFUNCTION INCIATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS). *MJS
Bulletin Number: 00S03
SAFETY RECALL PERTAINING TO BRAKE PRESSURE CONTROL REDUCING VALVE REPLACEMENT. *JB
Bulletin Number: 0114
EXPERIENCING A SPARK KNOCK OR PRE-IGNITION CONDITION ON VEHICLES WITH AN AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSMISSION DURING STEADY CRUISE DRIVING OR UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION. *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: 01B78
OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM 01B78 SUPPLEMENT #1 REGARDING INSTRUMENT PANEL COVER WARPAGE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01B78
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE WARPAGE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL COVER AT THE FRONT EDGE OF THE INSTUMENT PANEL COVER NEAR THE WINDSHIELD, ABOVE THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND AROUND THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 01B78
SUBJECT REGARDING INSTRUMENT PANEL COVER WARPAGE. *JG
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: 0245
INFORMATION REGARDING DISCHARGED BATTERY CHARGING SERVICE TIPS AND GUIDELINES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03148
NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 031501
INOPERATIVE ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (HEATED BACKLITE) GRID LINES, INTEGRAL ANTENNA CONCERNS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 031514
THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY BE ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P1380, P1381, P1383, AND/OR P0340 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *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: 0346
INSTRUMENT PANEL WARPAGE REPAIR. *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: 04104
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0420 AND/OR P0430/ 2.5L ENGINE ONLY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04174
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - SYSTEM LEAN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) - SERVICE TIPS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 F-SERIES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 041814
STEERING COLUMN SHIPPED WITHOUT CRUSH PAD - REUSE ORIGINAL CRUSH PAD IF NOT DAMAGED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04189
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *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: 13355
INFORMATION REGARDING A/C PEANUT O-RING COLOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13386
INFORMATION ON INVESTIGATING HARD START / NO START CONDITIONS ACCOMPANIED BY OVERFUELING IN AMBIENTS BELOW 32F/0C, ON VEHICLES WITH VCT EQUIPPED 2.0L ZETEC ENGINES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13454
SUBJECT REGARDING THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH VOLTAGE READINGS - SERVICE TIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13468
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A TIMING BELT SHREDDING OR TIMING BELT STRIKING THE FRONT COVER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13542
EXPERIENCING AN INTERMITTENTNOISE DESCRIBED AS A BUZZ OR RATTLE FROM THE CENTER OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL OR BEHIND THE CLUSTER AREA. *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: 13830
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5L ENGINE AND BUILT AFTER MAY 5, 1999 MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT HARD/NO START, ROUGH IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER A HOT SOAK OF APPROXINATELY 30 MINUTES. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13866
EXPERIENCING A HOOT NOISE FROM THE IDLE IDLE AIR BYPASS SOLENOID ON DECELERATION, USUALLY IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14077
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER A HOT SOAK AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES. **MR
Bulletin Number: 14355
INFORMATION PERTAINING TO DURATEC OIL PAN INVESTIGATION. *JB
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: 14836
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CD4E TRANSAXLE, (DOES NOT APPLY TO MTX) MAY EXHIBIT A POWER STEERING GRUNT / MOAN TYPE NOISE WHEN RETURNING FROM A RIGHT TURN. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14838
SOME VEHICLES WITH CD4E TRANSMISSIONS BUILT 7/1/2000 THRU 12/20/200 MAY EXHIBIT INTERMITTENT LOSS OF BOTH FIRST AND SECOND GEAR, (REPORTED AS A LOSS OF POWER) TCIL LAMP FLASH, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP MAY ILLUMINATE, WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUB
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: 15828
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1213, B1342, B1601, B2431. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15830
BATTERY LAMP ON, HOWEVER THE CHARGING SYSTEM IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 16028
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT MULTIPLE MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES WITH NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS NOTED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 16880
INOPERATIVE SHIFT INTERLOCK SOLENOID OR REPEAT INSTRUMENT INTERFACE MODULE FAILURE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 17174
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0171/P0174 OR P1072/P0175 STORED IN MEMORY OR AS HARD FAULTS. HESITATION, LACK OF POWER OR RUNS ROUGH CONDITION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7249
INFORMATION ON USING PEANUT STYLE A/C FITTINGS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7430
INFORMATION REGARDING SPEED CONTROL SWITCH VOLTAGE READINGS - SERVICE TIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7451
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A TIMING BELT SHREDDING OR TIMING BELT STRIKING THE FRONT COVER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7822
THE NEW SYNTHETIC TRANSMISION FLUID MUST BE USED WHENEVER ADDING FLUID OR PERFORMING ANY TYPE OF SERVICE TO THE TRANSAXLE FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE MTX-75 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSAXLE.
Bulletin Number: 7923
CLUTCH WILL NOT ENGAGE AFTER SERVICE.
Bulletin Number: 8054
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5L ENGINE AND BUILT AFTER MAY 5, 1999 MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT HARD / NO START, ROUGH IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER A HOT SOAK OF APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8128
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HOOT NOISE FROM THE IDLE IDLE AIR BYPASS SOLENOID ON DECELERATION, USUALLY IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. THE IDLE SPEED MAY ALSO REMAIN SLIGHTLY HIGHER OR LOWER THAN DESIRED WHEN THIS NOISE IS PRESENT.
Bulletin Number: 8195
SOME VEHICLES BUILT ON DECEMBER 13, 1999, AT KANSAS CITY ASSEMBLY PLANT MAY EXHIBIT A CREAKING OR GRUNTING TYPE NOISE FROM THE REAR SUSPENSION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8334
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5 ENGINE AND BUILT AFTER MAY 25, 1999 MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT HARD / NO START, ROUGH IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER A HOT SOAK OF APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8571
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER A HOT SOAK OF APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES. **MR
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: 99209
SERVICE TIP ON CLEARING TRANSAXLE SHIFT TABLES. *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: 99248
CONCERNS WITH THE INTERIOR LAMP STAYING ON. *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
2000 MERCURY SABLE
Bulletin Number: 0015
INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 00204
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE EXHAUST PIPE CONTACTS THE REAR CONTROL ARM RESULTING IN BUZZING, GROANING AND / OR RATTLING NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. *JB
Bulletin Number: 0025
VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE A BUSSING OR GROANING AND OR RATTLING NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 12-11-99. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 00255
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 3.0L 2-VALVE ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A SPARK KNOCK CONDITION ON HEAVY ACCELERATION WITH 87 OCTANE GASOLINE. *TT
Bulletin 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: 0052
SUBJECT ON A LABEL WITH THE INCORRECT R-134A REFRIGERANT CHARGE LEVEL AS INSTALLED ON SOME VEHICLES. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 00B34
SOME VEHICLES WITH 3.0L 2V VULCAN ENGINES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH A CAMSHAFT THAT WAS INCORRECTLY HEAT TREATED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS.
Bulletin Number: 00B55
INFORMATION REGARDING ENGINE PERFORMANCE, REPROGRAMMING OF POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE. *JB
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: 01125
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.0L 2 VALVE ENGINE AND AZ4N TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT A CLOSED THROTTLE, DOWNHILL, SURGE SENSATION AT 40 KM/H (25 MPH). DURING A 2-3 SHIFT WITH NO INCREASE IN VEHICLE SPEED. *TT
Bulletin 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: 01191
SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 10/5/2000 EQUIPPED WITH THE 3.0L 24-VALVE DURATEC ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT COLD ENGINE LONG CRANK/HAND START, TRANSMISSION SHUDDER/VIBRATION, HARSH DOWNSHIFT COASTING, AND ERRONEOUS CODE P1443 STORED. *TT
Bulletin 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: 012113
SOME IGNITION SWITCH LOCK CYLINDER ASSEMBLIES MAY EXHIBIT ROUGNESS AND / OR EXCESS EFFORT IN TURNING, KEY DOES NOT FULLY RETURN FROM START, A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP MAY ILLUMINATE WITH P0500, P1502 AND U1039 STORED IN POWERTRIAN CONTROL
Bulletin Number: 01246
ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0125
SEAT BELT WARNING SYSTEM - BELT REMINDER FUNCTION, OPERATION AND SERVICE TIPS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0143
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FUEL ODOR NOTICED THROUGH THE VENTS INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE ODOR MAY BE NOTICED UPON INITIAL STARTUP AFTER HOT SOAK. THIS CONDITION PRODUCES A FUEL ODOR ONLY AND DOES NOT INVOLVE VISIBLE FUEL OR INCLUDE THE
Bulletin 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: 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: 0245
INFORMATION REGARDING DISCHARGED BATTERY CHARGING SERVICE TIPS AND GUIDELINES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0251
ON SOME VEHICLES, THERE MAY BE AN INADVERTENT STOP LAMP SWITCH ACTIVATION WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL NOT DEPRESSED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 02M01
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 02M01 SUPPLEMENT #4. CERTAIN FORD 2000 THROUGH 2003 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A TUBE-MOUNTED EGR PRESSURE SENSOR - ADDITIONAL EGR PRESSURE SENSOR WARRANTY COVERAGE. *TT SUPPLEMENT #3. *MJ SUPPLEMENT #6
Bulletin 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: 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: 031501
INOPERATIVE ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (HEATED BACKLITE) GRID LINES, INTEGRAL ANTENNA CONCERNS. *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: 0322
STREAMLINED DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0401, P0402, P1400 OR P1401, OR RUNS ROUGH, LACKS POWER, SURGE, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, AND THE ABOVE LISTED DTCS WITHOUT
Bulletin Number: 03223
STREAMLINED DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0401, P0402, P1400 OR P1401. ADDITIONAL SYMPTOMS MAY INCLUDE RUNS ROUGH, LACKS POWER, SURGE, POOR FUEL ECONOMY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0325
GRUNTING NOISE FROM FRONT POWER WINDOW AFTER GLASS IS POWERED TO THE FULL-UP POSITION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0335
IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) VALVE DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0361
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH OR WITHOUT ROUGH RUNNING, LACK OF POWER, SURGE OR POOR FUEL ECONOMY WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0401, P0402, P1400, P1401. *TT *JB
Bulletin 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: 04111
STREAMLINED DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0401, P0402, P1400 OR P1401. ADDITIONAL SYMPTOMS MAY INCLUDE RUNS ROUGH, LACKS POWER, SURGE, POOR FUEL ECONOMY.
Bulletin Number: 0415
LOWER ENGINE OIL LEAKS 3.0L 2V VULCAN ENGINE. DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 041514
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 041601
WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04174
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - SYSTEM LEAN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) - SERVICE TIPS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 F-SERIES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04189
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *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: 04223
GRUNTING NOISE FROM FRONT POWER WINDOW GLASS IS POWERED TO THE FULL UP POSITION. *EH
Bulletin Number: 042421
SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04251
ALUMINUM CORROSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 05145
ERRATIC FLUID LEVEL READING ON TRANSAXLE DIPSTICK-LEAKS-4F50N, AX4N, AX4S TRANSAXLE. *SC
Bulletin Number: 052212
BUCK/JERK AND MISS DURING DRIVE CYCLE ABOVE 3000 RPM - NO DTC - 3.0L 2V GAS AND FFV ENGINE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 05224
POWER LOCK CONCERNS - SERVICE TIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 05227
POWER WINDOW CONCERNS - SERVICE TIP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 05310
SAFETY BELT WEB STOP BUTTON SERVICE. *EH
Bulletin Number: 13101
SUBJECT REGARDING THE SBDS RELATIVE CAM TIMING TEST. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13151
SUBJECT REGARDING A REDESIGNED PARK SYSTEM IN AX4S AND AX4N TRANSAXLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13180
INFORMATION REGARDING CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR ALIGNMENT TOOL CHART. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13297
SUBJECT REGARDING DOUBLE EDSR AWARD POINTS FOR EDSR'S. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13355
INFORMATION REGARDING A/C PEANUT O-RING COLOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13402
SUBJECT REGARDING PHONE CONTACTS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13403
VEHICLES WITH 3.0L 4V ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT HISS OR VACUUM LEAK TYPE SOUND FROM THE INTAKE MANIFOLD / THROTTLE BODY AREA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13407
INFORMATION ON ENABLING / DISABLING THE BELTMINDER / AUTOLOCK / HORN CHIRP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13472
FOR VEHICLES THAT REQUIRE CONFIGURATION OF THE ELECTRONIC CRASH SENSOR MOUDLE TO SETTINGS OTHER THAN THE PRESET SETTINGS, THE CONFIGURATION INSTRUCTIONS WERE OMITTED FROM THE SHOP MANUAL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13514
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN OCTOBER 4, 1999 AND NOVEMBER 30, 1999 MAY HAVE AN INCORRECT R134A REFRIGERANT CHARGE CAPACITY LABEL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13568
SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING THE PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT (PATS) SYSTEM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13732
SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 12/20/1999 EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L 2-VALVE ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A CRANK - NO START, ROUGH IDLE, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP AND / OR ANY DRIVEABILITY SYMPTON ASSOCIATED WITH A RICH OR LEAN FUEL MIXTURE. THIS MAY BE C
Bulletin Number: 13732
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L 2-VALVE ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A CRANKS NO-START, ROUGH IDLE, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP AND/OR ANY DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOM ASSOCIATED WITH A RICH OR LEAN FUEL MIXTURE. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13770
VEHICLES WITH 3.0L 2-VALVE VULCAN ENGINE HAVE REVISED ENGINE OIL INDICATOR (DIPSTICK) GRAPHICS. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13804
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD MAY REQUIRE THE NEED TO ACCESS THE KEYPAD CODE FOR THE VEHICLE. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13826
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DTC OF PO720,PO722, OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED SENSOR (OSS). *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13924
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE NOVEMBER 1999 MAY EXHIBIT TRANSMISSION FLUID AT THE BELL HOUSING AREA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13985
VEHICLES BUILT 1/19/2000 THROUGH 2/11/2000 WITH AX4N TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT FLUID VISIBLE AROUND THE TOP FRONT CORNER OF THE CHAIN COVER IN THE AREA OF THE TRANSAXLE SIDE PAN, 8 MM CORNER BOLT AND THREADED HOLE BEHIND THE SIDE PAN BOLT.
Bulletin Number: 13986
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L-2V (VULCAN) ENGINE, BUILT BEFORE 12/17/99 WITH AX4S TRANSAXLE AND 1/15/00 WITH AX4N TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT A GROWL OR SCRAPING SOUND DURING ACCELRATION FROM A STOP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14025
SUBJECT REGARDING CELLULAR PHONE OPTIONS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14041
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P1233, P1235, P1237, P0191) AND / OR DRIVEABILITY / TRANSMISSION SHIFTING CONCERNS DUE TO WIRING THAT HAS BECOME CHAFED ON THE TOP OF THE TRANSMISSION PAN OR THE BRACKET THAT
Bulletin Number: 14041
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY OR TRANSMISSION SHIFT RELATED SYMPTOMS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14074
ALL VEHICLES CONTAINING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCM) REQUIRE AXLE RATIO AND TIRE REVOLUTION PER MILE INFORMATION DURING A PCM REPLACEMENT OR PCM REPROGRAM. **MR
Bulletin Number: 14074
THIS BULLETIN STATES THAT CERTAIN VEHICLES' POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REQUIRE A FINAL DRIVE RATIO (NOT AXLE RATIO) AND TIRE REVOLUTION PER MILE INFORMATION DURING A PCM REPLACEMENT OR PCM RE-PROGRAM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14087
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1518 AND/OR P1519, RELATED TO INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL (IMRC). **MR
Bulletin Number: 14220
INFORMATION USED TO SERVICE AX4N TRANSAXLE EQUIPPED VEHICLES EXHIBITING SHUDDER DURING 3-4 SHIFT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14220
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AX4N TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT A SHUDDER DURING A 3-4 SHIFT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14355
EXHIBITING AN OIL LEAK FROM THE ENGINE OIL PAN. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14355
INFORMATION PERTAINING TO DURATEC OIL PAN INVESTIGATION. *JB
Bulletin Number: 14427
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION AND MULTIPLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES, MOSTLY TRANSMISSION RELATED, STORED IN MEMORY. THE TCIL LAMP WILL ALSO FLASH. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14533
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SIDE SEAT AIR BAGS MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) U2017 AND / OR U2018 (SIDE CRASH SENSOR COMMUNICATIONS ERROR) STORED IN MEMORY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14566
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 12/17/99 EQUIPPED WITH 3.0LV-2V (VULCAN) ENGINE AND AX4S TRANSAXLE AND BUILT BEFORE 01/14/2000 WITH AN AX4N TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT A GROWL OR SCRAPING SOUND DURING ACCELERATION FROM A STOP. *JB
Bulletin Number: 14579
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SIDE SEAT AIR BAGS MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES U2017 AND / OR U2018 (SIDE CRASH SENSOR COMMUNICATIONS ERROR) STORED IN MEMORY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14579
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SIDE SEAT AIR BAGS MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES U2017 AND / OR U2018 (SIDE CRASH SENSOR COMMUNICATIONS ERROR) STORED IN MEMORY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14666
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SEAT SIDE AIR BAGS MAY EXHIBIT A DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1994 OR B1998 (OPEN / RESISTANCE IN THE DRIVER / PASSENGER SEAT AIR BAG CIRCUIT). *TT
Bulletin Number: 14728
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L 2-VALVE ENGINE AND VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L 2V/4V MAY EXHIBIT INTERMITTENT NO STARTER CRANK AND / OR AUDIO MUTING IN PARK AND NEUTRAL OR AN INOPERATIVE CONTROL MODULE (PCM) FAULT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14812
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SIDE SEAT AIR BAGS BUILT PRIOR TO JUNE 1, 2001 MAY EXHIBIT AN AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1994 AND / OR B1998 (OPEN / HIGH RESISTANCE IN THE DRIVER / PASSENGER SIDE SEAT AIR BAG CIRCUITS).
Bulletin Number: 14854
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.0L 2 VALVE ENGINE AND AX4N TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT A CLOSED THROTTLE, DOWNHILL, SURGE SENSATION AT 25 MPH DURING A 2-3 SHIFT WITH NO INCREASE IN VEHICLE SPEED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14911
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AX4N OR 4F50N TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT A FLUID LEAK FROM THE MAIN CONTROL COVER AREA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14920
SUBJECT REGARDING AX4N TRANSAXLE DIAGNOSTIC PINT POINT TEST C3 ERROR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15016
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE AIR BAG LIGHT ON WITH A DIAGNOSTIC CODE C1946 (DRIVER SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION) STORED IN MEMORY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15059
CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A AX4N / 4F50N TRANSAXLE EXHIBITING A SHUDDER DURING A 3-4 SHIFT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15280
SOME VEHICLESMAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT STICKING/BINDING IGNITION KEY LOCK CYLINDER AT OR NEAR THE START POSITION. *JG
Bulletin Number: 15370
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GROAN/BUZZ/VIBRATION WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR IS IN PARK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15392
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A PARK PULLOUT CLUNK NOISE WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO ANOTHER GEAR POSITION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15481
SOME VEHICLES WITH 3.0L 2V AND 3.0L FFV ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT SPARK KNOCK DURING LIGHT ACCELERATOR TIP IN OR HEAVY ACCELERATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15559
SUBJECT REGARDING SHUDDER WHILE IN REVERSE. *YH
Bulletin Number: 15674
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ENGINE SPARK KNOCK CONDITION ON ACCELERATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15820
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AX4N/4F50N TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT A SHUDDER DURING A 3-4 SHIFT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15828
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1213, B1342, B1601, B2431. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15889
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC) WILL NOT CYCLE THE AI CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR WHEN THE FLOOR MODE IS SELECTED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 16190
LACK OF A/C COOLING. *MJ
Bulletin Number: 16315
HEADLINER GRAB HANDLES LOOSEN. *TT
Bulletin Number: 16678
AX4S TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT NO REVERSE ENGAGEMENT CONDITION. *TT *JB
Bulletin Number: 16710
RATTLING OR CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. *TT *JB
Bulletin Number: 16982
CLUNKING/POPPING NOISE FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT UPON ACCELERATION AND/OR DECELERATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 17094
RATTLING OR CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. *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: 17899
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH MULTIPLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS). *TT
Bulletin Number: 18471
RKE INOPERATIVE. *EH
Bulletin Number: 18614
SURGE, IDLE ROLL, ROUGH IDLE ONLY WHEN THE ENGINE COOLING FANS ARE OPERATING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 6918
INFORMATION ON THE REDESIGNED PARK SYSTEM IN VEHICLES WITH AX4S TRANSAXLES. *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: 7161
INFORMATION REGARDING DOUBLE EDSR AWARD POINTS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7249
INFORMATION ON USING PEANUT STYLE A/C FITTINGS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7314
SUBJECT REGARDING PHONE CONTACTS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7315
VEHICLES WITH 3.0L 4-VALVE ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT HISS OR VACCUM LEAK TYPE SOUND FROM THE INTAKE MANIFOLD / THROTTLE BODY AREA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7319
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ERROR MESSAGE ON THE NEW GENERATION STAR TESTER (NGS) WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ENABLE / DISABLE THE BELTMINDER, AUTOLOCK, AND (DOOR LOCKED) HORN CHIRP FEATURES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7538
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN OCTOBER 4, 1999 AND NOVEMBER 30, 1999 MAY HAVE AN INCORRECT R134A REFRIGERANT CHARGE CAPACITY LABEL. THE CHARGE CAPACITY SHOULD BE .96 KG (34 OZ.), NOT .79 KG AS THE LABEL MIGHT READ. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7819
THE ROTER COVERS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED TO REDUCE CORROSION WHILE IN DEALER STORAGE AND REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR BRAKE SHUDDER/VIBRATION CONCERNS. THEREFORE; DO NOT REMOVE ROTOR COVER UNTIL JUST PRIOR TO VEHICLE DELIVERY TO THE CUSTOMER.
Bulletin Number: 7820
SERVICE TIP, HOW TO REMOVE ICP RETAINING SPRING CLIP.
Bulletin Number: 7857
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.0L 2-VALVE ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0401 AND / OR P1408 STORED IN MEMORY. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY INSUFFICIENT EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION FLOW.
Bulletin Number: 7857
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0401 AND/OR P1408 STORED IN MEMORY. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A LOSS OF VACUUM TO THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION SYSTEM BECAUSE THE RUBBER VACUUM E
Bulletin Number: 7866
THE VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT A DTC P0720 AND P0722; OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSOR CONCERNS.
Bulletin Number: 7906
FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR CONTAMINATION, CAUSING CRANKS NO-START,ROUGH IDLE, MALFUNCTION INDICATIOR LAMP AND/OR ANY DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOM ASSOCIATED WITH A RICH OR LEAN FUEL MIXTURE.
Bulletin Number: 7927
REVISED ENGINE OIL INDICATOR (DIPSTICK) GRAPHICS. THE FULL LEVEL IS BETWEEN THE MIN AN MAX. IF THE OIL READING IS BETWEEN THE MARKINGS THE LEVEL IS ACCEPTABLE, DO NOT ADD OIL. IF THE OIL LEVEL IS BELOW THE MIN MARK ADD ENOUGH LIL TO RAIS
Bulletin Number: 7953
ALL VEHICLES WITH SECURILOCK (PARTS) DO NOT USE THE SAME TYPE OF IGNITION KEY. DIFFERENT PATS KEYS EXIST FOR DIFFERENT VEHICLES.
Bulletin Number: 8018
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD MAY REQUIRE THE NEED TO ACCESS THE KEYPAD CODE FOR THE VEHICLE. **MR
Bulletin Number: 8018
THE KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD MAY REQUIRE THE NEED TO ACCESS THE KEYPAD CODE FOR THE VEHICLE. A KEYPAD CODE CARD SHOULD BE FOUND IN THE GLOVE BOX.
Bulletin Number: 8053
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE OF P0720, P0722; OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED SENSOR (OSS). *TT
Bulletin Number: 8087
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BINDING, RATTLING OR AN INOPERABLE MOONROOF THAT MAY BE DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8087
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BINDING, RATTLING, OR INOPERABLE MOONROOF THAT MAY BE DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE. **MR
Bulletin Number: 8194
SOME VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L 4-VALVE DURATEC ENGINES BUILT PRIOR TO FEBRUARY 8TH, 2000 MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT EXHAUST RINGING NOISE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8199
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A RATTLING OR CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT END (FRONT STABILIZER LINK) UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS.
Bulletin Number: 8242
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE NOVEMBER, 1999 MAY EXHIBIT TRANSMISSION FLUID AT THE BELL HOUSING AREA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8242
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT TRANSMISSION FLUID AT THE BELL HOUSING AREA. **MR
Bulletin Number: 8306
SOME VEHICLES BUILT 1/19/2000 THROUGH 2/11/2000 WITH AX4N TRANSAXLE MAY EXHIBIT FLUID VISIBLE AROUND THE TOP FRONT CORNER OF THE CHAIN COVER IN THE AREA OF THE TRANSAXLE SIDE PAN, 8 MM CORNER BOLT AND THREADED HOLE BEHIND THE SIDE PAN BOLT.
Bulletin Number: 8306
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT FLUID VISIBLE AROUND THE TOP FRONT CORNER OF THE CHAIN COVER. **MR
Bulletin Number: 8359
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.0L-2V (VALCAN) ENGINE, BUILT BEFORE 12/17/1999 WITH AX4S TRANSAXLE AND 1/14/2000 WITH AX4N TRANSAXLES MAY EXHIBIT A GROWL OR SCRAPING SOUND DURING ACCELERATION FROM A STOP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8431
SUBJECT REGARDING CELLULAR PHONE OPTIONS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8484
INFORMATION REGARDING SOME VEHICLES EXHIBITING VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY OR TRANSMISSION SHIFT RELATED PROBLEMS. **MR
Bulletin Number: 8536
INFORMATION REGARDING PCM PROGRAMMING PER ONP 00B38. **MR
Bulletin Number: 8562
INFORMATION ON CONFIGURING AXLE RATIO WITH THE NGS OR WDS. **MR
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: 99165
SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR BLUE SERVICE TAGGED TRANSAXLES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 99171
SOME AX4N TRANSAXLES WILL HAVE A GREEN PRIOR TO REPAIR TAG ON THE LOWER PAN. THE GREEN TAG REFERS TO THIS TSB ARTICLE AND PROVIDES A TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBER TO BE USED BY ALL US AND CANADIAN DEALERS FOR FURTHER SERVICE DIRECTION. *TT
Bulletin 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: 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: 99202
THIS BULLETIN MENTIONS THAT SOME VEHICLES WITH AN AX4S OR AX4N TRANSAXLES HAVE A NEW REDESIGNED PARK SYSTEM IN THE TRANSAXLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 99222
SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 99227
SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE MOISTURE / CONDENSATION VISIBLE IN THE HEADLAMP OR TAILLAMP OUTER EDGE AREAS AFTER WASHING OR RAINFALL. *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: 99243
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY OPERATE WHILE THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION. *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: 996874
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO THE SBDS RELATIVE CAM TIMING TEST WHICH HAS BEEN TEMPORARILY REMOVED FROM USE ON SOME VEHICLES DUE TO NOISE CONCERNS. *TT
Bulletin Number: CSP-13B04
FORD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SPEED CONTROL CABLE IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO DAMAGE AND CAN DISCONNECT DURING HOOD MAINTENANCE AND ALSO INTERFERE WITH FULL THROTTLE RETURN TO IDLE AFTER RELEASING ACCELERATOR PEDAL. MODELS 20
Bulletin Number: TSB-14-0149
MERCURY/FORD: FRONT COIL SPRINGS CAN FRACTURE, AFTER OPERATING, FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, IN HIGH CORROSION AREAS, MOVE MOVE PAST SPRING SEAT AND CONTACT RUPTURE FRONT TIRE, RESULTING RAPID AIR LOSS. MODEL 1999-2001 TAURUS, SABLE.
Bulletin Number: TSB-14-0165
MERCURY/FORD: SAFETY RECALL REGARDING FRONT COIL SPRINGS CAN FRACTURE ON VEHICLES OPERATING FOR EXTENDED PERIODS IN HIGH CORROSION AREAS. MODEL 1999-01 TAURUS, SABLE. *PE
Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2026
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo
2000 MERCURY TRACER
Bulletin Number: 0015
INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 03148
NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *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: 13249
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP LIGHT ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0455 IN MEMORY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14379
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE INOPERATIVE OR INCORRECT A/C OPERATION AFTER REPLACING THE CCRM. *JB
Bulletin Number: 7131
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0455 (EVAPORATIVE EMISSION) IN MEMORY. *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
2000 MERCURY VILLAGER
Bulletin Number: 0015
INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 00181
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE VIBRATION / SHAKE FELT IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND / OR FLOOR PAN AND FRONT SEAT AT STEADY VEHICLE SPEEDS ABOVE 72 KM/H (45 MPH) ON SMOOTH ROADS AFTER THE TIRE / WHEEL ASSEMBLIES ARE BALANCED. *JB
Bulletin Number: 00233
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GEAR WHINE NOISE FROM THE FRONT UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 40 KM/H (25 MPH) AND 113 KM/H (70 MPH). *TT
Bulletin Number: 00247
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE SECOND ROW TWO-PASSENGER BENCH OR SECOND ROW BUCKET SEATS MAY SHAKE OR VIBRATE NOTICEABLY WHILE DRIVING ON ROUGH ROADS OR OVER BUMPS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0056
INFORMATION REGARDING THE POWER DOOR LOCKSTHAT MAY SELF-ACTIVATE OR CYCLE ON SOME VEHICLES. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 00B40
INFORMATION REGARDING MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH REPLACEMENT. **MR
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: 01188
POWER DOOR LOCKS, SELF ACTIVATING OR CYCLING.*JB
Bulletin Number: 01222
EXPEREINCING SLIGHT VIBRATION/SHAKE FELT ON SOME VEHICLES IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND/OR FLOOR PAN AND FRONT SEAT AT STEADY VEHICLE SPEEDS ABOVE 2 KM/H (45 MPH) AFTER TIRE/WHEEL ASSEMBLIES ARE BALANCED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01246
ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0157
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GEAR WHINE NOISE FROM THE FRONT UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 40 KM/H (25 MPH) AND 113 KM/H (70 MPH). *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: 0243
SOME VEHICLES BUILT FROM 9/26/1998 THROUGH 9/5/2001 MAY EXHIBIT POWER DOOR LOCKS THAT SELF-ACTIVE OR CYCLE ON. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0245
INFORMATION REGARDING DISCHARGED BATTERY CHARGING SERVICE TIPS AND GUIDELINES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03148
NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 031501
INOPERATIVE ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (HEATED BACKLITE) GRID LINES, INTEGRAL ANTENNA CONCERNS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03226
UPDATE WIRING HARNESS WHEN REPLACING FUEL INJECTOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 041514
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 04189
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *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: 13143
INFORMATION REGARDING REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13276
A CONDITION WITH PID MONITOR RECORD FEATURE INOPERATIVE / INTERMITTENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13290
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CD CHANGER WITH A CD MAGAZINE THAT JAMS / WILL NOT EJECT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13293
SOME VEHICLES WILL BE EQUIPPED WITH THE NEW REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (RSES). *TT
Bulletin Number: 13368
ADDRESSING AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION WHERE THE SPEED CONTROL WILL NOT SET OR MAY DISENGAGE WHILE DRIVING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13495
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLIP-OUT WINDOW GLASS IN THE SLIDING DOOR OR REAR QUARTER THAT, WHEN CLOSED, DOES NOT LATCH SECURELY, RATTLES OR POPS OPEN UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13496
SUBJECT REGARIDNG SLIDING SIDE DOOR OPERATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13715
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LIGHT WHEEL-SPEED VIBRATION WHEN DRIVING ON A SMOOTH ROAD SURFACE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. 8MJS
Bulletin Number: 13744
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF NOISE FROM THE FRONT WHEEL AREA WHILE BRAKING UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, VEHICLES BUILT 11/15/99 AND BEFORE MAY. *MJS
Bulletin Number: 13941
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE CONDITION WHEN VEHICLE CABIN TEMPERATURE IS VERY LOW, THEN IS RAPIDLY HEATED, OR THE HUMIDITY IS VERY HIGH WITHIN THE VEHICLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13963
INFORMATION REGARDING THE NGS NO COMMUNICATION ERROR MESSAGE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14014
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LIGHT WHEEL-SPEED VIBRATION WHEN DRIVING ON A SMOOTH ROAD SURFACE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14015
EXHIBITING A NOTICEABLE STEERING PULL OR DRIFT WHILE DRIVING ON A FLAT ROAD SURFACE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14067
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BRIEF OR SUSTAINED BUZZING TYPE NOISE FROM THE DASH AREA UNDER LOAD AT APPROXIMATELY 1600 RPM. **MR
Bulletin Number: 14498
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A TRANSMISSION OPERATION CONCERN. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14944
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 7/1/00 - 12/31/00 MAY EXHIBIT A LOOSE OUTSIDE UPPER WINDSHIELD TRIM PIECE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 14996
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE REAR UNDER BODY AIR CONDITIONING LINES LEAKING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15229
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT POOR AND / OR NO A/C PERFORMANCE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15556
INFORMATION REGARDING FLIP OUT WINDOW LATCH ADJUSTMENT. *YH
Bulletin Number: 15586
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT INTERIOR LAMPS THAT COME ON WHILE DRIVING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15621
SOME VEHICLES WITH THE REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE CONDITION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15654
CONCERNS WITH VEHICLE EXHIBITING A HEADLAMP THAT IS DIM, FLICKERS OR IS INOEPRATIVE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15713
INFORMATION PERTAINING TO LIFTGATE CYLINDER OPERATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 15971
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT STATIC OR IGNITION NOISE THROUGH THE RADIO ON THE AM BAND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 6911
INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7151
INFORMATION REGARDING AN INOPERATIVE / INTERMITTENT PID MONITOR RECORD FEATURE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7207
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CD CHANGER WITH A CD MAGAZINE THAT JAMS / WILL NOT EJECT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7210
INFORMATION REGARDING THE REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7264
EXHIBITING AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION WHERE THE SPEED CONTROL WILL NOT SET OR MAY DISENGAGE WHILE DRIVING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7481
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLIP-OUT WINDOW GLASS IN THE SLIDING DOOR OR REAR QUARTER THAT, WHEN CLOSED, DOES NOT LATCH SECURELY, RATTLES OR POPS OPEN UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7482
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THE THE LEFT OR RIGHT SLIDING DOOR MAY BE DIFFICULT TO OPERATE AND / OR STICKS IN THE FULLY OPEN (DETENT) POSITION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 7747
SOME VEHICLES MAY EMIT A MOMENTARY, LIGHT CHIRP NOISE FROM THE TRANSMISSION DURING THE 2-3 UPSHIFT. **MR
Bulletin Number: 7900
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LIGHT WHEEL-SPEED VIBRATION WHEN DRIVING ON A SMOOTH ROAD SURFACE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.
Bulletin Number: 7907
EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF NOISE FROM THE FRONT WHEELS WHEN BRAKING UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
Bulletin Number: 7998
REMOVE THE STYROFOAM PANEL BEFORE DELIVERY OF THE VEHICLE TO THE CUSTOMER. FACTORY INSTALLED RSES SYSTEM HAVE VIDEO GAME CAPABILITY, BUT DO NOT INCLUDE A GAME SYSTEM.
Bulletin Number: 8033
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A POWER FLIP-OUT 3RD-ROW WINDOW THAT STOPS OPERATING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8267
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE CONDITION WHEN VEHICLES CABIN TEMPERATURE IS VERY LOW, THEN IS RAPIDLY HEATED, OR THE HUMIDITY IS VERY HIGH WITHIN THE VEHICLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8309
CONCERNS WITH 2ND ROAD SEAT(S) SHAKES / VIBRATES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8312
SUBJECT REGARDING NGS NO COMMUNICATION ERROR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8403
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION WHERE THE HORN WILL NOT CHIRP AND THE LIGHTS WILL NOT FLASH WHEN USING THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER TO LOCK THE DOORS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8426
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LIGHT WHEEL-SPEED VIBRATION WHEN DRIVING ON A SMOOTH ROAD SURFACE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8427
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NOTICEABLE STEERING PULL OR DRIFT WHILE DRIVING ON A FLAT ROAD SURFACE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 8555
SOME VEHICLES MAY EMIT A BRIEF OR SUSTAINED BUZZING TYPE NOISE FROM THE DASH AREA UNDER LOAD AT APPROXIMATELY 1600 RPM. **MR
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: 99224
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT WIPERS OPERATING WHILE SWITCH IS IN OFF POSITION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 99243
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY OPERATE WHILE THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 99245
VEHICLES BUILT FROM 9/26/1998 THROUGH 9/15/1999 MAY HAVE POWER DOOR LOCKS THAT SELF-ACTIVE OR CYCLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: CSP-0-N-11
FORD: CERTAIN 1999 AND 2000 MODEL YEAR VILLAGER VILLAGERS ARE TO HAVE THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED. *PE

 

Recalls for 2000 Mercury

2000 MERCURY COUGAR
NHTSA Campaign ID:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:12/06/1997 - 03/16/2000
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.
2000 MERCURY COUGAR
NHTSA Campaign ID:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:12/06/1997 - 09/18/2000
Potential Units Affected:120000

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L V6 ENGINES. THE BATTERY CABLE WAS MISROUTED AND ITS ATTACHMENT TO THE ALTERNATOR CABLE WAS UNDER-TORQUED. IF MISROUTED, THE CABLE COULD CONTACT THE POWER STEERING LINE AND THE INSULATION COULD WEAR, RESULTING IN AN ELECTRICAL SHORT.

Consequence:

THE SHORT COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A FIRE, STALLING, OR A NO-START CONDITION.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BATTERY CABLE TO THE ALTERNATOR FOR DAMAGE AND, IF IT IS DAMAGED, WILL REPLACE THE CABLE. ADDITIONALLY, THE ROUTING OF THE CABLE WILL BE CORRECTED, AS NECESSARY, AND A ROUTING CLIP WILL BE ADDED. ALSO THE TORQUE ON THE ALTERNATOR ATTACHMENT OF THE CABLE WILL BE CHECKED AND, AS REQUIRED, WILL BE TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 22, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2000 MERCURY COUGAR
NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:05/25/1999 - 11/30/2001
Potential Units Affected:88600

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, CONTAMINATION OF THE FILTER IN THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM) CAN REDUCE, AND EVENTUALLY BLOCK, THE FLOW OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE.

Consequence:

THIS MAY CAUSE ENGINE HESITATION, LOSS OF POWER, SURGING, AND OTHER SIMILAR SYMPTOMS. OVER TIME, THE FILTER MAY BECOME SUFFICIENTLY BLOCKED TO CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Action:

THIS ACTION IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN AND IS NOT BEING CONDUCTED UNDER THE SAFETY ACT. ALL OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FDM WITH A NEW DESIGN AT NO CHARGE IF THE OWNER REPORTS THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITS ANY OF THE IDENTIFIED SYMPTOMS. THE FREE REPLACEMENT WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR A PERIOD OF 10 YEARS FOLLOWING THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE, WITH NO MILEAGE LIMIT. THE CAMPAIGN BEGAN ON APRIL 16, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:02/01/2000 - 02/02/2000
Potential Units Affected:39

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH LOWER THAN THE INTENDED LEVEL OF TORQUE ON THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE AIR BAG ELECTRONIC CRASH SENSOR MODULE TO THE VEHICLE.

Consequence:

A LOOSE MODULE COULD RESULT IN A DELAYED AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE AIR BAG ELECTRONIC CRASH SENSOR ATTACHING BOLTS.
2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
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.
2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:JACKS
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:06/18/1997 - 06/15/2000
Potential Units Affected:875000

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES HAVE JACKING INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF FOLLOWED, COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE OPERATOR TO PLACE THE JACK ON A FRAME WELD WHEN ATTEMPTING TO RAISE A REAR WHEEL. IF THE VEHICLE IS JACKED UP WITH THE JACK PLACED ON THE FRAME WELD AND IF THE VEHICLE IS FREE TO ROLL (WHEELS NOT BLOCKED OR CHOCKED), THE JACK COULD YIELD AND THE VEHICLE MAY DROP SUDDENLY.

Consequence:

IF THIS OCCURS AND ANY PORTION OF THE OPERATOR'S BODY IS UNDER THE VEHICLE, THE POTENTIAL FOR PERSONAL INJURY EXISTS.

Action:

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A REVISED JACK INSTRUCTION AND STOWAGE CARD AND JACK WARNING LABEL, AS WELL AS A SUPPLEMENT TO THE OWNER GUIDE.
2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
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.
2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
NHTSA Campaign ID:SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:02/29/2000 - 03/01/2000
Potential Units Affected:83

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH THE LEFT REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ATTACHING BOLTS INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED.

Consequence:

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Action:

DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE RETRACTOR MOUNTING BOLTS TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE.
2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
NHTSA Campaign ID:VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:03/26/2000 - 04/28/2000
Potential Units Affected:23000

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: A WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROL MODULE MAY NOT BE CAPABLE OF CARRYING THE CURRENT REQUIRED DURING HIGH LOAD CONDITIONS ON THE WIPERS (I.E., ICE, SNOW, OR OTHER DEBRIS).

Consequence:

THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS WITH NO ADVANCE WARNING.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIPER CONTROL MODULES AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY.
2000 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
NHTSA Campaign ID:SEAT BELTS
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:05/03/2000 - 06/30/2000
Potential Units Affected:144435

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND THEREFORE DO NOT PASS THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."

Consequence:

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE ON CERTAIN SEAT BELT BUCKLES OF YOUR VEHICLE AND REPLACE ALL SEAT BELT BUCKLES THAT FALL WITHIN THE SUSPECT DATE CODE RANGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 26, 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.
2000 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
NHTSA Campaign ID:VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:06/16/1998 - 09/27/2000
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.
2000 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
NHTSA Campaign ID:SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:05/13/1997 - 12/24/2000
Potential Units Affected:1552880

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HIGH BACK SEATS, THE UPPER BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE HIGH BACK SEAT, THAT ATTACHES THE SEAT RECLINER MECHANISM TO THE SEAT BACK FRAME, COULD FRACTURE. IF THE BOLT FRACTURES AND DOES NOT JAM IN THE SEAT BACK FRAME, THE SEAT BACK MAY RECLINE UNTIL IT MAKES CONTACT WITH AN OBJECT BEHIND THE SEAT, SUCH AS THE SECOND ROW SEAT CUSHION.

Consequence:

THE DRIVER COULD POTENTIALLY LOSE CONTACT WITH THE STEERING WHEEL OR FOOT PEDALS DURING SUCH AN EVENT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER SEAT UPPER BOLT WITH A METAL SPACER AND BOLT. IN ADDITION, SEATS WITH TUBULAR BACK FRAMES WILL HAVE THE FULLY THREADED LOWER RECLINER BOLT REPLACED WITH A PARTIALLY THREADED BOLT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON AUGUST 29, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2000 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
NHTSA Campaign ID:VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:03/05/1999 - 12/24/2000
Potential Units Affected:448005

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL AND 4.0L SOHC ENGINES, IF THE STRAND COVER ON THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE BECOMES FLARED AT THE END, THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE MAY BIND WHEN THE SPEED CONTROL IS ACTIVATED.

Consequence:

THE THROTTLE RETURN SPRING FORCE MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENT TO OVERCOME THE BINDING CONDITION WHEN THE SPEED CONTROL IS DISENGAGED. BRAKING FUNCTION WOULD BE MAINTAINED THOUGH STOPPING DISTANCES MAY BE INCREASED.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 29, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2000 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
NHTSA Campaign ID:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:09/14/1998 - 09/12/1999
Potential Units Affected:208903

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L ENGINES AND ALL-TIME 4-WHEEL DRIVE (A4WD) POWERTRAINS. THE GENERIC ELECTRONIC MODULE (GEM) COULD EXPERIENCE A CONDITION REFERRED TO AS "LOCK-UP" IN WHICH THE GEM CONTROLLED ELECTRONIC FUNCTIONS (E.G., FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS, INTERIOR LIGHTS, 4X4 SYSTEM, ETC.) COULD NOT BE TURNED ON OR, IN SOME CASES IF THE FUNCTION IS ON, COULD NOT BE TURNED OFF.

Consequence:

AN INOPERATIVE WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM COULD AFFECT DRIVER VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RESISTOR IN THE GEM CIRCUIT.
2000 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
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.
2000 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:06/01/2000 - 06/20/2000
Potential Units Affected:2300

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 4-DOOR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS. THE SUBJECT VEHICLES HAVE A REVISED LEVEL SIDE CRASH SENSOR THAT COULD DEPLOY THE SIDE AIR BAG IF THE IGNITION KEY IS IN THE "RUN" POSITION AND THE SEATBELT WEBBING IS FORCIBLY EXTRACTED FROM A LOCKED RETRACTOR WITH A JERKING MOTION.

Consequence:

INADVERTENT SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE CRASH SENSORS WITH A REVISED DESIGN THAT WILL REDUCE THE LIKELIHOOD OF AN UNEXPECTED SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT.
2000 MERCURY MYSTIQUE
NHTSA Campaign ID:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:08/02/1998 - 02/29/2000
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.
2000 MERCURY MYSTIQUE
NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:12/03/1999 - 12/06/1999
Potential Units Affected:1381

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN INCORRECT LABEL WAS INSTALLED ON THE DRIVER SIDE REAR DOOR. THIS LABEL CONTAINS INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ACTIVATION OF THE CHILDPROOF SAFETY LOCKS.

Consequence:

THE OPERATOR OF THE VEHICLE MAY BELIEVE THE CHILDPROOF SAFETY LOCK WAS ACTIVATED WHEN IT WAS NOT, POTENTIALLY ALLOWING THE DOOR TO BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE.

Action:

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A REPLACEMENT LABEL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
2000 MERCURY MYSTIQUE
NHTSA Campaign ID:SEAT BELTS
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:05/03/2000 - 08/10/2000
Potential Units Affected:144435

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND THEREFORE DO NOT PASS THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."

Consequence:

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE ON CERTAIN SEAT BELT BUCKLES OF YOUR VEHICLE AND REPLACE ALL SEAT BELT BUCKLES THAT FALL WITHIN THE SUSPECT DATE CODE RANGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 26, 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.
2000 MERCURY SABLE
NHTSA Campaign ID:EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:05/03/1999 - 08/18/2000
Potential Units Affected:938789

Defect Description:

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ARE BEING RECALLED TO CORRECT A PROBLEM WITH A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH AND/OR ASSOCIATED WIRING. THIS MALFUNCTIONING COULD RENDER THE STOP LAMPS INOPERABLE OR CAUSE THEM TO STAY ON ALL THE TIME. THIS COULD CAUSE CONFUSION TO A FOLLOWING DRIVER, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.

Consequence:

IN ADDITION, IF THE SWITCH AND/OR ASSOCIATED WIRING FAIL IN THE OPEN POSITION, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT ACTUATE AND THE DRIVER WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE OUT OF "PARK" IF THEY FAIL IN THE CLOSED POSITION, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL REMAIN ON, WHICH WILL NOT ALLOW THE SPEED CONTROL TO BE ACTIVATED. THIS COULD ALSO CAUSE THE BATTERY TO DISCHARGE.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH AND ASSOCIATED WIRING ASSEMBLY AND INSTALL A NEWLY DESIGNED STOP LAMP SWITCH AND WIRE ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON APRIL 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2000 MERCURY SABLE
NHTSA Campaign ID:VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates: -
Potential Units Affected:1083000

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. A SWITCH LOCATED IN THE PLASTIC COVER OF THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COULD MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN LOSS OF INTERMITTENT WIPER FUNCTION, LOSS OF WIPER PARK FUNCTION, COMPLETE LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION, OR IGNITION OF THE PLASTIC COVER MATERIAL. SWITCH MALFUNCTION IS MOST LIKELY TO OCCUR WHEN THE INTERMITTENT SETTING OF THE WIPERS IS BEING USED, OR WHEN SNOW OR ICE OBSTRUCTS THE BLADES FROM RETURNING TO THE "PARKED" POSITION AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WINDSHIELD. THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT AT THE FOLLOWING ASSEMBLY PLANTS: ATLANTA PLANT FROM 2/11/00 THROUGH 7/31/00; CHICAGO PLANT FROM 2/14/00 THROUGH 8/4/00; KANSAS CITY PLANT FROM 2/26/00 TO 9/4/00; KENTUCKY TRUCK PLANT FROM 2/18/00 TO 8/31/00; MICHIGAN TRUCK PLANT FROM 2/23/00 THROUGH 8/3/00; NORFOLK PLANT FROM 2/21/00 THROUGH 7/27/00; WAYNE STAMPING AND ASSEMBLY PLANT FROM 2/25/00 THROUGH 8/15/00; AND WIXOM PLANT FROM 2/15/00 THROUGH 8/8/00.

Consequence:

LOSS OF VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE ON THE WIPER MOTOR. MOTORS BUILT WITH THE SUSPECT TIME FRAME WILL HAVE THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COVER REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
2000 MERCURY SABLE
NHTSA Campaign ID:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:05/03/1999 - 09/14/2001
Potential Units Affected:369614

Defect Description:

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ADJUSTABLE PADELS ARE BEING RECALLED IN ORDER TO ADJUST THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS TO A MINIMUM OF 50 MM OF LATERAL SEPARATION. SIMULTANEOUS APPLICATION OF BOTH THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS COULD RESULT IN AN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPM.

Consequence:

THIS COULD RESULT IN A CUSTOMER EXPERIENCING AN "UNINTENDED VEHICLE SPEED INCREASE" OR A PERCEIVED "UNABLE TO STOP" CONDITION.

Action:

OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED AS TO THE PROPER WAY TO SET THE POSITION OF THE PEDALS AND TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO A DEALER TO HAVE THE SPACING BETWEEN THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS MEASURED. IF THE SPACING IS FOUND TO BE LESS THAN 50 MM, THE DEALER WILL ADJUST THE PEDALS TO INCREASE THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THEM TO GREATER THAN 50 MM. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 28, 2002. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
2000 MERCURY SABLE
NHTSA Campaign ID:SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:03/28/1998 - 08/13/2001
Potential Units Affected:899060

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS COULD FRACTURE DUE TO CORROSION ASSOCIATED WITH SALT USED ON THE ROADWAYS DURING THE WINTER. A FRACTURED SPRING COULD MOVE PAST THE SPRING SEAT AND CONTACT A FRONT TIRE.

Consequence:

IF THIS OCCURS, THE TIRE MAY RUPTURE RESULTING IN A RAPID AIR LOSS, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTIVE SPRING SHIELDS. IN ADDITION, FORD IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE OF THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS IN ALL OTHER STATES, FOR FRACTURE ONLY, UP TO 10 YEARS OF SERVICE OR 150,000 MILES, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. IF THE VEHICLE HAS ALREADY ACCUMULATED MORE THAN 150,000 MILES, THIS COVERAGE WILL LAST UNTIL JULY 31, 2005. IF EITHER FRONT COIL SPRING FRACTURES, DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH FRONT SPRINGS AT NO CHARGE TO THE OWNER. AN INTERIM NOTICE WAS SENT TO OWNERS ON AUGUST 2, 2004. PARTS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE 2000-2001 MY VEHICLES AND OWNERS WERE SENT A LETTER ON JANUARY 10, 2005, ADVISING THEM TO BRING IN THEIR VEHICLES FOR REPAIR PARTS ARE EXPECTED TO BE AVAILABLE FOR THE 1999 MY VEHICLES BY THE END OF FEBRUARY 2005 AND OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES WILL BE NOTIFIED THEN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2000 MERCURY SABLE
NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:05/04/1999 - 07/01/2000
Potential Units Affected:167000

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE "VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT" AND "DESIGNATED SEATING CAPACITY" INFORMATION WAS NOT PRINTED ON THE SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABELS AFFIXED TO THESE VEHICLES. ON AFFECTED SABLE SEDAN VEHICLES, THE "VEHICLES CAPACITY WEIGHT" (AND ALSO THE LUGGAGE LOAD) INFORMATION PRINTED ON THIS LABEL IS INCORRECT - SABLE WAGON LUGGAGE LOAD WAS INCORRECTLY USED FOR THE SABLE SEDAN. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE LABEL REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS."

Consequence:

EXCESSIVE LOADING CAN CAUSE TIRE AND VEHICLE DAMAGE THAT COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Action:

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLEMENTAL LABEL WITH THE CORRECT INFORMATION, ALONG WITH INSTRUCTIONS FOR AFFIXING THE LABEL ADJACENT TO THE VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 20, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2000 MERCURY SABLE
NHTSA Campaign ID:EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS:SWITCH
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:05/03/1999 - 08/14/2000
Potential Units Affected:157000

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ADJUSTABLE PEDALS. IF THE GREASE FROM THE ADJUSTABLE PEDAL ASSEMBLY ENTERS THE STOP LAMP SWITCH, IT CAN CONTAMINATE THE CONTACTS LEADING TO CARBON BUILD UP, AND POTENTIALLY, A SHORT CIRCUIT.

Consequence:

A SHORT CIRCUIT COULD LEAD TO EITHER THE BRAKE LAMPS STAYING ON, OR TO A LOSS OF BRAKE LAMP FUNCTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH AND WIPE DOWN THE ADJUSTABLE PEDAL ASSEMBLY TO REMOVE EXCESS GREASE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 22, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2000 MERCURY SABLE
NHTSA Campaign ID:EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:10/08/1999 - 12/06/1999
Potential Units Affected:74000

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. DUE TO THE USE OF INCORRECT MATERIAL BY A SUPPLIER, THE HEADLAMP SWITCH KNOB CAN FRACTURE AND SEPARATE FROM THE HEADLAMP SWITCH.

Consequence:

THIS WOULD CAUSE DIFFICULTY FOR THE DRIVER TO ACTIVATE THE HEADLAMPS, WHICH COULD AFFECT DRIVER VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP SWITCH KNOB. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 9, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2000 MERCURY VILLAGER
NHTSA Campaign ID:SEAT BELTS
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:05/02/2000 - 06/30/2000
Potential Units Affected:144435

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND THEREFORE DO NOT PASS THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."

Consequence:

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE ON CERTAIN SEAT BELT BUCKLES OF YOUR VEHICLE AND REPLACE ALL SEAT BELT BUCKLES THAT FALL WITHIN THE SUSPECT DATE CODE RANGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 26, 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.
2000 MERCURY VILLAGER
NHTSA Campaign ID:STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Manufacturer:FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates:09/18/1998 - 03/06/2000
Potential Units Affected:67200

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. ONE OR MORE OF THE FIVE BOLTS THAT MOUNT THE RACK AND PINION STEERING GEAR TO THE VEHICLE MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED.

Consequence:

THERE COULD BE A LOOSENESS IN THE STEERING, WHICH MAY BE ACCOMPANIED BY NOISE OR VIBRATION.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND, IF THE BOLTS ARE MISSING, WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BOLTS. ALL BOLTS WILL BE TIGHTENED TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 28, 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.