1996 Ford CROWN VICTORIA TSBs

159 Technical Service Bulletins

Technical Service Bulletins, or TSBs for short, are notifications made directly by Ford to help automotive technicians diagnose and repair commonly reported CROWN VICTORIA problems. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about TSBs.

STEERING

- Date Reported DECEMBER 21 1998
TSB Reference #98258 // NHTSA Reference #603646

A VIBRATION / NOISE FELT IN STEERING WHEEL ON RIGHT TURNS.

STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR

- Date Reported OCTOBER 01 1996
TSB Reference #BC9679961001 // NHTSA Reference #50539

COMPLAINT OF A BUZZ/VIBRATION FELT IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE TURNING (USUALLY MORE NOTICEABLE TURNING RIGHT). *TT

SUSPENSION

- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 02 1997
TSB Reference #97090297182 // NHTSA Reference #54068

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A LEAN RIGHT CONDITION. *YC
- Date Reported OCTOBER 22 1996
TSB Reference #BC0706961022 // NHTSA Reference #50376

LIGHT TO MODERATE AXLE NOISE (AXLE WHINE) AT 50 TO 65 MPH (80 TO 105 KPH) DURING ACCELS, DECELS OR CRUISE. *TT

SUSPENSION:REAR

- Date Reported JANUARY 02 1997
TSB Reference #BC0311970201 // NHTSA Reference #51110

WHINE/NOISE FROM REAR AXLE BETWEEN 50-65 MPH. DRIVESHAFT AND #4 CROSSMEMBER FRAME DRACKET KIT. *JD

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

- Date Reported MARCH 18 1998
TSB Reference #985A2 // NHTSA Reference #601001

A SQUEALING AND / OR MOANING NOISE MAY BE HEARD FROM THE REAR BRAKES DURING LIGHT TO MEDIUM BRAKE APPLICATIONS. *TT
- Date Reported JANUARY 19 1998
TSB Reference #9812 // NHTSA Reference #605557

EXPERIENCING SQUEALING AND / OR MOANING NOISE FROM THE REAR BRAKES DURING LIGHT TO MEDIUM BRAKE APPLICATIONS. *TT

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT

- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 02 2002
TSB Reference #02176 // NHTSA Reference #10008580

LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

- Date Reported AUGUST 01 1998
TSB Reference #98B19S1 // NHTSA Reference #609562

OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM 98B19-S1 - BRAKE LINE WEAR ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. CORRECTION TO ORIGINAL TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING DIAMETER OF REPLACEMENT BRAKE LINES. YD

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS

- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 20 1999
TSB Reference #99194 // NHTSA Reference #6090082

INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT
- Date Reported MARCH 18 1998
TSB Reference #985A11 // NHTSA Reference #601009

SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC
- Date Reported FEBRUARY 01 1997
TSB Reference #BC0310A97020 // NHTSA Reference #51626

REAR BRAKE SQUEAL/GROAN. *TW
- Date Reported OCTOBER 21 1996
TSB Reference #96222 // NHTSA Reference #50941

BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC

- Date Reported MARCH 18 1998
TSB Reference #985A13 // NHTSA Reference #601012

THE USE OF PETROLEUM-BASED GREASE AS A LUBRICANT IN SERVICING DISC BRAKES IS NO LONGER ACCEPTABLE. *YC

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

- Date Reported OCTOBER 09 1996
TSB Reference #BC0834961009 // NHTSA Reference #50424

GROAN NOISE FROM THE REAR BRAKES, USUALLY NOTICED ON LIGHT BRAKE USE. *TT

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS

- Date Reported JANUARY 23 1997
TSB Reference #BC0311972301 // NHTSA Reference #51420

REAR BRAKE SQUEAK/GROAN. *JD

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR

- Date Reported MARCH 02 1998
TSB Reference #9845 // NHTSA Reference #601264

AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

- Date Reported DECEMBER 01 2004
TSB Reference #18351 // NHTSA Reference #10014620

CHARGING SYSTEM LIMITATIONS. *EH
- Date Reported FEBRUARY 04 2002
TSB Reference #0222 // NHTSA Reference #630628

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTAKE MANIFOLD CROSSOVER (FIRST RUNNER) COOLANT SEEPAGE CONDITION. *TT

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

- Date Reported OCTOBER 13 2003
TSB Reference #03206 // NHTSA Reference #10004889

SOME DEDICATED CNG VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS DUE TO A LOSS OF INJECTOR PERFORMANCE, RESULTING FROM FUEL QUALITY. LOSS OF POWER AT HEAVY LOAD, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) FOR LEAN FUEL, ROUGH IDLE, HARD START,
- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 01 1998
TSB Reference #090198 // NHTSA Reference #605360

INFORMATION ON POLICE VEHICLES WITH JASPER BUILT REMANUFACTURED ENGINES. *TT
- Date Reported APRIL 13 1998
TSB Reference #9874 // NHTSA Reference #601343

A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC
- Date Reported JANUARY 19 1998
TSB Reference #9816 // NHTSA Reference #605565

SOME VEHICLES MAY STALL DURING DECELERATION AND / OR TURNING WITH NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) STORE IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. *TT

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

- Date Reported MARCH 01 2002
TSB Reference #15761 // NHTSA Reference #636408

SOME DEDICATED CNG VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS OF HARD START / NO START / ROUGH RUNNING. *TT
- Date Reported JANUARY 21 2002
TSB Reference #0214 // NHTSA Reference #630001

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
- Date Reported DECEMBER 10 2001
TSB Reference #01246 // NHTSA Reference #630515

ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT
- Date Reported AUGUST 01 2001
TSB Reference #15158 // NHTSA Reference #624571

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FEAD BELT JUMP-OFF TOSS. *YH
- Date Reported MARCH 05 2001
TSB Reference #0147 // NHTSA Reference #619424

SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT
- Date Reported MAY 03 1999
TSB Reference #99816 // NHTSA Reference #606420

FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT
- Date Reported NOVEMBER 01 1998
TSB Reference #12174 // NHTSA Reference #613224

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START/LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *MJS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

- Date Reported APRIL 01 2000
TSB Reference #8300 // NHTSA Reference #613634

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BANG / POPPING NOISE HEARD FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM DURING COOL-DOWN. **MR
- Date Reported JULY 01 1999
TSB Reference #13025 // NHTSA Reference #610768

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BANG POPPING NOISE HEARD FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM DURING COOL-DOWN. *TT
- Date Reported OCTOBER 12 1998
TSB Reference #982010 // NHTSA Reference #603695

EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC
- Date Reported MARCH 30 1998
TSB Reference #9864 // NHTSA Reference #601312

INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

- Date Reported NOVEMBER 23 1998
TSB Reference #982310 // NHTSA Reference #603724

MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

- Date Reported DECEMBER 14 2005
TSB Reference #05N04 // NHTSA Reference #10018959

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

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

- Date Reported NOVEMBER 12 2001
TSB Reference #01221 // NHTSA Reference #630320

SOME DEDICATED COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE, OR NO START IN COLD CONDITIONS. *TT

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

- Date Reported MAY 15 2008
TSB Reference #CSP 08B04 // NHTSA Reference #10026401

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
- Date Reported MARCH 21 2005
TSB Reference #020503 // NHTSA Reference #636417

GUIDANCE FOR CNG TANK INSPECTION FOR VEHICLES PRODUCED AFTER DECEMBER 2, 1996. *TT UPDATE. *TT
- Date Reported OCTOBER 29 2001
TSB Reference #012114 // NHTSA Reference #627791

PARTS AND PROCEDURE TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL OF FUEL TANK PUNCTURES DURING RARE AND EXTREMELY HIGH-SPEED REAR IMPACTS. *TT
- Date Reported APRIL 01 2001
TSB Reference #14862 // NHTSA Reference #619299

INFORMATION ON REPLACING FUEL TANK STRAP BOLTS. *TT
- Date Reported JULY 01 1999
TSB Reference #6505 // NHTSA Reference #610662

BRIEF INFORMATION ON REMOVING THE FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE ON NATURAL GAS VEHICLES. *TT
- Date Reported JUNE 01 1999
TSB Reference #12890 // NHTSA Reference #606919

BRIEF INFORMATION ON REMOVING THE FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE THREAD. *TT

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM

- Date Reported MAY 01 2001
TSB Reference #01M02 // NHTSA Reference #620174

SOME OF THE COMPOSITE INTAKE MANIFOLDS USED ON 4.6L SOHC ENGINES MAY DEVELOP FATIGUE CRACKS AT THE COOLANT CROSSOVER DUCT. THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE WHICH, IF NOT SERVICED, MAY CAUSE ENGINE OVERHEATING. COMPL
- Date Reported MARCH 01 2001
TSB Reference #01M02 // NHTSA Reference #619445

OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM REGARDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE ON CERTAIN 4.6L SOHC INTAKE MANIFOLDS. SOME OF THE COMPOSITE INTAKE MANIFOLDS MAY DEVELOP FATIGUE CRACKS AT THE COOLANT CROSSOVER DUCT. *TT
- Date Reported FEBRUARY 01 1998
TSB Reference #97B13 // NHTSA Reference #605630

VARIOUS INFORMATION REGARDING INTAKE MANIFOLD INSPECTION / REPLACEMENT. *TT
- Date Reported JANUARY 19 1998
TSB Reference #97M91 // NHTSA Reference #605621

INFORMATION REGARDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE FOR INTAKE MANIFOLD MALFUNCTIONS. *TT
- Date Reported OCTOBER 21 1996
TSB Reference #96225 // NHTSA Reference #50944

MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

- Date Reported MARCH 03 2003
TSB Reference #0349 // NHTSA Reference #10001901

A POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR AT THE FUEL FILL VALVE ON SOME CNG (COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS) VEHICLES. *TT *JB
- Date Reported FEBRUARY 01 2003
TSB Reference #030409 // NHTSA Reference #10002519

POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK AT FILL VALVE - FILL VALVE SERVICE PART REVISIONS - CNG VEHICLES ONLY. *TT

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

- Date Reported MAY 15 2008
TSB Reference #CSP 08B04 // NHTSA Reference #10026401

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
- Date Reported MARCH 18 2002
TSB Reference #0253 // NHTSA Reference #636042

SUBJECT REGARDING ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLE COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS TANK INSPECTION. *TT
- Date Reported AUGUST 01 2001
TSB Reference #15113 // NHTSA Reference #624689

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FUEL FILL VALVE SEALING CONDITION. *YD
- Date Reported OCTOBER 01 1999
TSB Reference #99E03 // NHTSA Reference #6089616

EMISSION RECALL FOR VEHICLES THAT WERE BUILT WITH A FUEL FILLER-VALVE WHICH COULD LEAK WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING OPERATED WHICH CAN EXCEED EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS STANDARDS. *TT

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLING/CHARGING

- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 01 2001
TSB Reference #15271 // NHTSA Reference #625804

DEDICATED CNG REGULATOR BOWL KIT AVAILABLE. *JG

POWER TRAIN

- Date Reported MARCH 08 1999
TSB Reference #9943 // NHTSA Reference #604751

INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT
- Date Reported NOVEMBER 01 1998
TSB Reference #12178 // NHTSA Reference #613234

INFORMATION REGARDING TSB 98-5A-12 (TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE-VEHICLES TOWED BEHIND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES-RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES) DOES NOT LIST TOWING INFORMATION FOR CERTAIN MODEL VEHICLES. *MJS

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

- Date Reported MARCH 02 1998
TSB Reference #98410 // NHTSA Reference #601271

VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SHUDDER OR VIBRATION. *YC

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

- Date Reported APRIL 01 2000
TSB Reference #8243 // NHTSA Reference #613626

SOME POLICE VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT SHIFT CONCERNS DUE TO ENGINE DRIVABILITY ISSUES. **MR

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

- Date Reported JANUARY 05 2003
TSB Reference #03261 // NHTSA Reference #10008279

NEW SERVICE PART - NUMBER 5 NEEDLE BEARING AND RACE KIT - 4R70W TRANSMISSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT
- Date Reported MARCH 01 2000
TSB Reference #8243 // NHTSA Reference #612679

SOME POLICE VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT SHIFTING CONCERNS DUE TO ENGINE DRIVEABILITY ISSUES. *TT
- Date Reported MARCH 01 2000
TSB Reference #13925 // NHTSA Reference #612915

SOME POLICE VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT SHIFT CONCERNS DUE TO ENGINE DRIVEABILITY ISSUES. *TT
- Date Reported JANUARY 10 2000
TSB Reference #0015 // NHTSA Reference #612203

INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS
- Date Reported AUGUST 01 1999
TSB Reference #9913125 // NHTSA Reference #609044

SONE POLICE VEHICLES AND OTHER VEHICLES WITH 4R70W MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE FROM SUSTAINED HIGH SPEED OPERATION. *TT
- Date Reported JULY 26 1999
TSB Reference #99152 // NHTSA Reference #608431

INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT
- Date Reported MAY 17 1999
TSB Reference #9996 // NHTSA Reference #606428

EXPERIENCING A DELAYED OR NO 2-3 UPSHIFT, PRIMARILY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS COLD ON VEHICLES WITH FORD QALITY REMANUFACTURED (FQR) 4R70W TRANSMISSION EXCHANGE UNITS WITH JULIAN BUILD BETWEEN 062-97 AND 040-99. *TT
- Date Reported APRIL 27 1998
TSB Reference #9888 // NHTSA Reference #601238

INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC
- Date Reported FEBRUARY 16 1998
TSB Reference #9836 // NHTSA Reference #600589

INFORMATION CONCERNING VIBRATION-SHUDDER UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35MPH) IN 3RD OR 4RD GEAR- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AODE OR 4R70W TRANSMISSION.
- Date Reported MARCH 03 1997
TSB Reference #97511 // NHTSA Reference #51945

FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD
- Date Reported OCTOBER 01 1996
TSB Reference #BC5191961001 // NHTSA Reference #50469

FOR CONCERNS OF STALLING, REFLASH PCM W/ 1996 CALIBRATION (R11 LEVEL). *TT

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

- Date Reported NOVEMBER 13 2000
TSB Reference #002310 // NHTSA Reference #616522

SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT
- Date Reported NOVEMBER 01 1996
TSB Reference #BC0311961101 // NHTSA Reference #50719

OWNER NOTIFICATION 96B97 OIL COOLER LINE REPLACEMENT CLARIFICATION. *TW

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

- Date Reported APRIL 27 1998
TSB Reference #9887 // NHTSA Reference #601237

EXPERIENCING A TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SHUDDER OR VIBRATION. *YC
- Date Reported DECEMBER 16 1996
TSB Reference #962612 // NHTSA Reference #50997

TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW
- Date Reported NOVEMBER 18 1996
TSB Reference #96249 // NHTSA Reference #50908

TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW
- Date Reported OCTOBER 11 1996
TSB Reference #BC0810961011 // NHTSA Reference #50412

VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AODE OR 4R70W TRANS HAS A CONCERN OF SHUDDER FROM THE TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR OR DURING 3-4 SHIFT. *TT

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH

- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 17 2001
TSB Reference #01181 // NHTSA Reference #625715

BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:BANJO HOUSING

- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 01 1999
TSB Reference #13240 // NHTSA Reference #6090634

INFORMATION REGARDING VIBRATION/EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING. *MJS
- Date Reported AUGUST 01 1999
TSB Reference #9913125 // NHTSA Reference #609044

SONE POLICE VEHICLES AND OTHER VEHICLES WITH 4R70W MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE FROM SUSTAINED HIGH SPEED OPERATION. *TT
- Date Reported MAY 01 1999
TSB Reference #6242 // NHTSA Reference #607036

EXPERIENCING A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE. *TT
- Date Reported MAY 01 1999
TSB Reference #12725 // NHTSA Reference #6091700

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION AND / OR TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING DAMAGE FROM SUSTAINED HIGH SPEED OPERATION. *TT

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 15 2003
TSB Reference #03181 // NHTSA Reference #10004027

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT
- Date Reported JULY 01 2003
TSB Reference #16996 // NHTSA Reference #10003855

POLICE INTERCEPTOR MAY EXHIBIT LOW CHARGING SYSTEM VOLTAGE AT IDLE. *TT
- Date Reported OCTOBER 01 2001
TSB Reference #01194 // NHTSA Reference #627747

THIS ARITLCE IS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ON REPLACEMENT OF OLD STYLE HOOD LAMP SWITCH TO THE RVISED MECHANICAL HOOD LAMP SWITCH. *TT
- Date Reported DECEMBER 07 1998
TSB Reference #98246 // NHTSA Reference #604059

FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

- Date Reported OCTOBER 18 1999
TSB Reference #99222 // NHTSA Reference #6089681

SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT
- Date Reported NOVEMBER 18 1996
TSB Reference #96246 // NHTSA Reference #50905

WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE

- Date Reported DECEMBER 02 1996
TSB Reference #962511 // NHTSA Reference #50968

POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE -REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - SERVICE PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER

- Date Reported NOVEMBER 01 1998
TSB Reference #12154 // NHTSA Reference #613173

SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PATS (SECURILOCK) EXCEPT CERTAIN MODELS NOW HAVE AVAILABILITY OF FLEET KEYS THROUGH ROTUNDA. *MJS

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

- Date Reported DECEMBER 01 1998
TSB Reference #12219 // NHTSA Reference #615480

FOR ALL VEHICLES WITH LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE CONCERNS THAT REQUIRE A MODULE REPLACEMENT, THE TECHNICAN MUST CALL FOR APPROVAL BEFORE REMOVING AND / OR REPLACING THE MODULE. *TT

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

- Date Reported MARCH 01 2000
TSB Reference #8257 // NHTSA Reference #612689

BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES THAT EXHIBIT YELLOWING OF THE HEADLAMPS. *TT
- Date Reported MARCH 01 2000
TSB Reference #13933 // NHTSA Reference #612867

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT YELLOWING OF THE HEADLAMPS. *TT

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

- Date Reported JUNE 28 1999
TSB Reference #99139 // NHTSA Reference #606508

CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

- Date Reported AUGUST 01 2001
TSB Reference #15171 // NHTSA Reference #624555

INFORMATION REGARDING POLICE OPTION-REAR WINDOW DISABLE-TAMPER RESISTANCE. *YD
- Date Reported OCTOBER 21 1996
TSB Reference #96221 // NHTSA Reference #50940

WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

- Date Reported JULY 01 2001
TSB Reference #15061 // NHTSA Reference #621061

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

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

- Date Reported MAY 27 2002
TSB Reference #02107 // NHTSA Reference #636080

TRANSFER SERVICE TIPS FOR THE FRONT WIPER MOTOR MOUNT BRACKET AND DEPRESSED PARK OUTPUT ARM. *TT

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:HEATER CORE

- Date Reported AUGUST 06 2001
TSB Reference #01156 // NHTSA Reference #623944

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC

STRUCTURE:BODY

- Date Reported NOVEMBER 23 1998
TSB Reference #982323 // NHTSA Reference #603930

INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT AND / OR REPAIRS ON ANY LOCK COMPONENT. *YC

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

- Date Reported NOVEMBER 15 1999
TSB Reference #99242 // NHTSA Reference #6090184

INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND / OR REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONING (DOOR, IGNITION AND DECKLID) LOCKS. *TT
- Date Reported MAY 03 1999
TSB Reference #99-8-15 // NHTSA Reference #606419

SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT
- Date Reported DECEMBER 01 1998
TSB Reference #12223 // NHTSA Reference #615484

FOR ALL VEHICLES WITH DRIVERS DOOR MODULE CONCERNS THAT REQUIRE A MODULE REPLACEMENT, THE TECHNICIAN MUST CALL FOR APPROVAL BEFORE REMOVING AND / OR REPLACING. *TT
- Date Reported AUGUST 17 1998
TSB Reference #98163 // NHTSA Reference #6090873

LOCKS FAILED. YD
- Date Reported JANUARY 23 1997
TSB Reference #BC1017897230 // NHTSA Reference #51533

WIND NOISE FROM THE FRONT DOOR AREA AT VARYING SPEEDS AND CONDITIONS ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. *JD
- Date Reported JANUARY 23 1997
TSB Reference #BC1017797230 // NHTSA Reference #51532

WIND NOISE FROM THE FRONT DOOR AREA ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. *JD
- Date Reported JANUARY 23 1997
TSB Reference #BC3552972301 // NHTSA Reference #51508

A WHITE STRESS MARK IN THE DOOR SCUFF PLATE. *JD
- Date Reported JANUARY 23 1997
TSB Reference #BC1017097230 // NHTSA Reference #51520

WHITE STRESS MARK IN THE DOOR SCUFF PLATE, REPLACE WITH NEW LEVEL PART. *JD
- Date Reported JANUARY 23 1997
TSB Reference #BC3511972301 // NHTSA Reference #51495

WIND NOISE FROM THE FRONT DOOR AREA ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. *JD
- Date Reported JANUARY 23 1997
TSB Reference #BC3512972301 // NHTSA Reference #51496

WIND NOISE FROM THE FRONT DOOR AREA AT VARYING SPEEDS AND CONDITIONS ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. *JD

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

- Date Reported MARCH 25 1996
TSB Reference #9672 // NHTSA Reference #613325

SUBJECT REGARDING NEW DESIGN LOCKSETS INSTALLED ON CERTAIN TRAIL VEHICLES. *TT

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 15 2003
TSB Reference #03183 // NHTSA Reference #10004029

DEDICATED COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) ROUGH IDLE OR NO START WHEN COLD VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DEDICATED 4.6L OR 5.4L CNG ENGINE ONLY. *TT
- Date Reported MARCH 02 1998
TSB Reference #9846 // NHTSA Reference #601265

SOME VEHICLES MAY STALL WHEN DECELERATING OR WHEN TURNING WITH NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTCS) STORED IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. *YC

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

- Date Reported DECEMBER 01 1998
TSB Reference #5203 // NHTSA Reference #615335

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START / LONG CRANK, COLD START STALL, COLD ROUGH IDLE CONCERN. *TT
- Date Reported OCTOBER 21 1996
TSB Reference #96223 // NHTSA Reference #50942

LONG CRANK - STICKING IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) VALVE - VEHICLES BUILT FROM 11/1/94 THROUGH 3/30/96 -STALL - AFTER STARTING WHEN ENGINE ALLOWED TO SOAK FROM 1-4 HOURS - STICKING IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) VALVE. *TW

TIRES

- Date Reported APRIL 13 1998
TSB Reference #9852 // NHTSA Reference #601290

INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC
- Date Reported OCTOBER 01 1996
TSB Reference #BC5195961001 // NHTSA Reference #50472

FIRESTONE P235 TIRES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION AT 65-75 MPH. *TT

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

- Date Reported JANUARY 02 1997
TSB Reference #BC0263970201 // NHTSA Reference #51098

LOCKING WIRE WHEEL COVER CENTER ORNAMENT WHERE THE EMBLEM HAS SEPARATED FROM THE BACKING PLATE. NEW REPLACEMENT PART. *JD

WHEELS:CAP/COVER/HUB

- Date Reported NOVEMBER 01 1996
TSB Reference #BC0072961101 // NHTSA Reference #50829

WIRE WHEEL COVER CENTER ORNAMENT SEPARATES FROM THE BACKING PLATE. *TW

WHEELS:MULTI PIECE

- Date Reported FEBRUARY 01 1997
TSB Reference #BC9125970201 // NHTSA Reference #51846

CENTER LOCKING WHEEL COVERS, A CLICKING NOISE HEARD AT LOW SPEEDS CHECK THE TORQUE ON THE LOCKING BOLT. *JD

SEATS

- Date Reported DECEMBER 07 1998
TSB Reference #98245 // NHTSA Reference #604057

CONCERNS REGARDING THE FRONT SEAT FEELING LOOSE ON SOME VEHICLE. *YC
- Date Reported MARCH 03 1997
TSB Reference #9751 // NHTSA Reference #51931

INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD
- Date Reported JANUARY 20 1997
TSB Reference #9722 // NHTSA Reference #51376

SEAT - FRONT - DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT CUSHION PAD SUPPORT SPRING MAY SAG AND/OR SEAT MAY BECOME UNCOMFORTABLE - FLEET USAGE. *TW

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

- Date Reported DECEMBER 01 1998
TSB Reference #12225 // NHTSA Reference #615486

FOR ALL VEHICLES WITH DRIVERS SEAT MODULE CONCERNS THAT REQUIRE A MODULE REPLACEMENT, THE TECHNICIAN MUST CALL FOR APPROVAL BEFORE REMOVING AND / OR REPLACING THE MODULE. *TT
- Date Reported DECEMBER 01 1995
TSB Reference #BC0248960102 // NHTSA Reference #46455

TEMP. LOSS OF MEMORY SEAT SETTINGS, MEMORY MIRROR SETTINGS OR INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF EASY ENTRY/EXIT SYSTEM MAY BE FROM REGULATOR RESET ISSUE IN DRIVERS SEAT MODULE (DSM). REPLACE DSM W/ SERVICE PARTS DATE CODED 11/13/95 OR LATER ON TOW

EQUIPMENT

- Date Reported NOVEMBER 01 2003
TSB Reference #02B02 // NHTSA Reference #10000878

INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL POLICE INTERCEPTOR PACKAGE UPGRADE KIT. *TT UPDATE PART 2. EXPIRATION DATE REMOVED. *TT

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

- Date Reported OCTOBER 01 1996
TSB Reference #BC9688961001 // NHTSA Reference #50546

INFORMATION FOR WHEN DIAGNOSING CONCERNS W/ FACTORY INSTALLED CELLULAR PHONES. *TT

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

- Date Reported JUNE 14 1999
TSB Reference #99129 // NHTSA Reference #606460

EXPERIENCING A WHINE / BUZZ TYPE NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO ON VEHICLES WITH AN IN-TANK ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP. *TT
- Date Reported APRIL 13 1998
TSB Reference #9873 // NHTSA Reference #601341

EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER

- Date Reported OCTOBER 14 2002
TSB Reference #02208 // NHTSA Reference #10013060

CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH
- Date Reported OCTOBER 16 2000
TSB Reference #00213 // NHTSA Reference #618546

SUBJECT REGARDING CLIMATE CONTROL - EATC - BLOWER MOTOR CONTROL SERVICE TIPS. *JB
- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 20 1999
TSB Reference #99196 // NHTSA Reference #6090087

INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT
- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 20 1999
TSB Reference #99195 // NHTSA Reference #6090085

SERVICE INFORMATION FOR MUSTY AND MILDEW TYPE ODORS COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING / HEATING SYSTEM. *TT
- Date Reported MAY 01 1997
TSB Reference #BC105919705 // NHTSA Reference #52871

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS WHEN DIAGNOSING A/C MODE FAILURE. *TW
- Date Reported FEBRUARY 03 1997
TSB Reference #9735 // NHTSA Reference #51662

AIR CONDITIONING- R-134A TRACER DYE INSTALLED IN A/C SYSTEM AND THREE O-RING SPRING LOCK COUPLERS- SERVICE TIP. *JD

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

- Date Reported AUGUST 06 2001
TSB Reference #01157 // NHTSA Reference #623988

INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC
- Date Reported SEPTEMBER 01 2000
TSB Reference #14370 // NHTSA Reference #618614

INFORMATION ON PROGRAMMING REMOTES AFTER DRIVER DOOR MODULE REPLACEMENT. *JB
- Date Reported APRIL 01 2000
TSB Reference #14081 // NHTSA Reference #613714

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE KEYLESS ENTRY PAD. **MR
- Date Reported MARCH 01 2000
TSB Reference #8425 // NHTSA Reference #612849

SUBJECT REGARDING KEYFOB PROGRAMMING INFORMATION - SERVICE REPLACEMENT DRIVERS DOOR MODULE. *TT
- Date Reported JUNE 14 1999
TSB Reference #99111 // NHTSA Reference #606433

INFORMATION DESIGNED TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND REPAIR OF NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) CONCERNS. *TT
- Date Reported JUNE 14 1999
TSB Reference #991210 // NHTSA Reference #606461

FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT
- Date Reported DECEMBER 01 1998
TSB Reference #12226 // NHTSA Reference #615487

FOR ALL VEHICLES WITH REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY CONCERNS THAT REQUIRE A MODULE AND / OR TRANSMITTER (KEYFOB) REPLACEMENT, THE TECHNICIAN MUST CALL FOR APPROVAL BEFORE REMOVING AND / OR REPLACING THE MODULE OR KEYFOB. *TT
- Date Reported MARCH 02 1998
TSB Reference #9847 // NHTSA Reference #601266

SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) SYSTEM. *TT
- Date Reported MAY 01 1997
TSB Reference #BC2296970501 // NHTSA Reference #52792

DIAGNOSTIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR A/C MODE FAILURE. *TW
- Date Reported MARCH 17 1997
TSB Reference #9768 // NHTSA Reference #51987

FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD
- Date Reported FEBRUARY 01 1997
TSB Reference #BC0313A97020 // NHTSA Reference #51651

EXPLANATION OF CALIBRATION CODES. *TW
- Date Reported FEBRUARY 01 1997
TSB Reference #BC3342973101 // NHTSA Reference #51702

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY THE 4.6L 2V ENGINE ASSEMBLY FOR THE VEHICLE IS AVAILABLE AS A FORD QUALITY RENEWAL ASSEMBLY. *JD
- Date Reported JANUARY 23 1997
TSB Reference #BC1023597230 // NHTSA Reference #51602

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY THE 4.6L 2V ENGINE ASSEMBLY FOR THE VEHICLE IS AVAILABLE AS A FORD QUALITY RENEWAL ASSEMBLY. *JD
- Date Reported JANUARY 23 1997
TSB Reference #BC3342972301 // NHTSA Reference #51442

4.6L 2V ENGINE ASSEMBLY FOR VEHICLES IS AVAILABLE AS A FORD QUALITY RENEWAL ASSEMBLY. *JD
- Date Reported NOVEMBER 08 1996
TSB Reference #BC0536961108 // NHTSA Reference #50778

12V POWER POINT, ON RIGHT HAND SIDE OF INSTRUMENT PANEL, RESTRICTING HOT AIR FROM THE FLOOR DUCT - NEW CLOSURE PANEL AVAILABLE. *TW

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