1998 Ford F-150 service bulletins & manufacturer communications
285 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 1998 Ford F-150. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 285
- Safety recall 11S21 - Fuel tank strap fracture - requests for recall service actionTSB160073 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Apr 21, 2016
- For 1997-2003 F-150, 2004 F-150 Heritage, 1997-1999 F-250 Light Duty, or 2002-2003 Blackwood vehicles Safety Recall 11S21 has been issued for vehicles that are operated in high cor…16-0073 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Apr 21, 2016
- Ford/lincoln: safety recall regarding high corrosion areas for operating, for an extended time, vehicles where both or one strap of fuel tank can fracture, after contacting ground.…TSB-14-0164 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Sep 9, 2014
- Ford/lincoln: safety recall issued due to one or both fuel tank straps fracturing due to being in high corrosion areas for an extended period and dislodging fuel tank. Model 1997-9…TSB-14-0147 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Aug 11, 2014
- 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…07212 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2007
- Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running. *tt041601 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 14, 2005
- Rear axle noise repair. *tt05618 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2005
- Use of stainless steel exhaust studs in service for 5.4l 2v engine. *tt0554 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 21, 2005
- Guidance for cng tank inspection for vehicles produced after december 2, 1996. *tt update. *tt020503 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Mar 21, 2005
- Intermittent rough idle - non-commanded egr (exhaust gas recirculation valve) flow. *tt05417 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 7, 2005
- Axle whine howl. This includes 1997-05 ford vehicles. *eh18466 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2005
- Rear axle noise repair. *sc050618 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 1, 2005
- A driveline clunk or bump when starting from a stop. *tt04266 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2005
- General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt042107 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 13, 2004
- General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures. *tt04217 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2004
- Customer maintenance reminder - literature program 04l19 - tie rod inspection procedure. *tt04L19 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 2004
- 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 03-14-04.031404 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 23, 2004
- Power steering leak - service tip. *tt17823 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued May 1, 2004
- Rear leaf spring noise. *tt17777 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued May 1, 2004
- Whine from power steering. *tt17731 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Apr 1, 2004
- Pop/thump noise at end of window movement and/or driver's window bounce back and reverse to mid-position. *tt0457 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 22, 2004
- Driveline clunking/grunting noise or shudder sensation during light to moderate accelreation and/or braking. *tt0416 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 26, 2004
- Remote oil filter adaptor replacement - new service part. *tt17448 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2003
- Broken exhaust manifold studs. *tt17320 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2003
- 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 …03206 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 13, 2003
- Dedicated compressed natural gas (cng) rough idle or no start when cold vehicles equipped with dedicated 4.6l or 5.4l cng engine only. *tt03183 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Sep 15, 2003
- Tie rod end inspection procedure. *tt031513 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 4, 2003
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with no hard fault. *tt17009 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2003
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt03148 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 21, 2003
- 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 plu…03144 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 21, 2003
- Damaged rear license plate lamps due to rocks and/or gravel hitting the lamp assemblies. *tt16969 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jul 1, 2003
- Various intermittent electrical concerns including but not limited to some accessories remaining powered up with the key out of the ignition, multiple system warning lights with sh…16928 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Bi-fuel lpg vehicles (with coolant lock off) may exhibit a no start condition. *tt03104 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 26, 2003
- Vehicles without the coolant lock-off may exhibit a no start condition. *tt03103 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 26, 2003
- Compressed natural gas (cng). Rough idle or no start when cold. Vehicles equipped with cng bi-fuel engine only. *tt03102 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 26, 2003
- Tie rod end inspection procedure. *tt0399 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued May 12, 2003
- 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.…0398 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued May 12, 2003
- Tailgate locking by itself when slammed shut or when the vehicle is being driven over rough roads. *tt16835 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued May 1, 2003
- Tie rod end inspection procedure. Canada vehicles only. *tt *jb03610 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Mar 31, 2003
- Possible fuel leak may occur at the fuel fill valve, on some dedicated cng vehicles. *tt *jb0342 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Mar 3, 2003
- Driver's side door glass that binds when operated. *tt0324 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 4, 2003
- On some dedicated cng vehicles, a possible fuel leak may occur at the fuel fill valve. Revised service parts. *tt030402 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Feb 1, 2003
- Reduced power steering assist and/or power steering leaks when driven in temperatures equal to or less than -25 degrees celcius. *tt16605 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Feb 1, 2003
- Locking tailgate locks itself. *tt16602 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Feb 1, 2003
- Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj02221 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 11, 2002
- No/hard start in cold ambients / new two-piece block heater cord released. *mj16416 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2002
- Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes p1…870197 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 22, 2002
- Driveability-idle-high idle speeds-throttle sticks after steady state driving in extreme cold ambient temperatures-vehicles built through 12/31/01 equipped with 4.6l engine. *mj02193 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Sep 30, 2002
- Some bi-fuel lpg vehicles (with coolant lock off) may exhibit a no start condition. *tt02106 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 27, 2002
- Some bi-fuel cang and lpg vehicles may exhibit a no start condition. *tt02105 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 27, 2002
- Some vehicles equipped with bi-fuel (cng/lpg) alternate fuel engines may exhibit hard / no start, runs rough or misses after starting, and or hesitation on acceleration when operat…15817 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Subject regarding alternative fuel vehicle compressed natural gas tank inspection. *tt0253 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Mar 18, 2002
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt0245 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 4, 2002
- Snow packing of the air filter when driving in severe snow conditions may exhibit loss of power and / or the malfunction indicator lamp illuminating. *tt15758 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2002
- Information on vehicles exhibiting a perceived poor fuel range / economy, and or a faulty fuel gauge. *tt15742 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Mar 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak, snap, rattle, or clunk in the front end when turning or going over bumps. *tt15692 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 1, 2002
- 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. *tt0214 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 21, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit various driveability conditions including lacks power, hesitates, hard to start, and/or malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated and produce possible …15570 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt01246 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 10, 2001
- Some compressed natural gas (cng) vehicles may exhibit rough idle or no start when cold. *tt01231 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Nov 26, 2001
- Some dedicated compressed natural gas (cng) vehicles may exhibit a rough idle, or no start in cold conditions. *tt01221 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Nov 12, 2001
- Some vehicles with 4r700 transmissions built from 4/16/98 through the end of the 1998 model year may exhibit a leak from the vent area of the transmission. *tt12120 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2001
- 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 illumin…012113 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 29, 2001
- A condition may exist, where throttle sticking may occur on a few vehicles in very cold ambient temperatures afte operating at steady speed or extended idle for a period of time. *…012112 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Oct 29, 2001
- 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…012110 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 29, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no crank, no start condition due to corrosion of the starter cable b+ terminal at the starter solenoid. *tt01218 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 29, 2001
- A condition may exist, where throttle sticking may occur on a few vehicles in very cold ambient temperatures after operating at steady speed or extended idle for a period of time. …01215 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Oct 29, 2001
- Information to aid in diagnosis for clarification of lock-off solenoid and solenoid tank valve coil rsistances for bi-fuel vehicles. *tt01214 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Oct 29, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt01205 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 15, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit high idle and/or pcv system icing after steady state driving in extreme cold ambient temperatures on vehicles equipped with 4.2l engine built thorugh 1/24…01201 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 15, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit corrosion at the attachment point of the starter cable b+ terminal, at the starter solenoid. *tt15299 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a grabbing condition from the rear drum brakes during the first few brake applications after extended humidity exposure. *tt01192 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Brake shift interlock.*jb01181 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 17, 2001
- Some vehicles may experience a cosmetic crack in the outer door panel at the lower rear corner of window opening.*jb01182 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 17, 2001
- Concerns with corroded positive starter cable. *tt15260 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Dedicated cng regulator bowl kit available. *jg15271 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc01157 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 6, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc01156 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 6, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with remote locking tailgates may exhibit a tailgate locking itself when the vehicle is being driven over rough roads or is slammed shut. *et15145 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel fill valve sealing condition. *yd15113 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Subject regarding overview of bi-fuel cng vehicle parameter identification data (pid), inputs and outputs as a diagnostic aid for bi-fuel vehicles. *tt01136 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jul 9, 2001
- A condition may exist where a driveline vibration and / or a transmission fluid leak from the extension housing seal area may occur on some vehicles. This may be caused by the exte…0193 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 14, 2001
- Some bi-fuel vehicles may exhibit a no start condition. *tt0182 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 30, 2001
- Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *tt0147 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 5, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit the engine oil sending unit contacting the oil drip shield attached to the front axle. *tt0142 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 5, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a water leak around the rear (sliding) window. *tt01111 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 22, 2001
- Subject regarding high idle and/or check engine light condition. *jb14609 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2001
- Safety recall update to replace locking lug nuts. *tt98S14 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Jan 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.6l, 5.4l, or 6.8l engine may exhibit a rough idle / miss after start-up in cold ambient temperatures. *tt00261 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Dec 25, 2000
- Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt002310 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 13, 2000
- A condition may exist with possible electronc damage occuring to the compuvalve from voltage spikes between the compuvalve connections when connecting or disconnecting the main com…00239 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 13, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no crank / no start condition in temperatures below 12 degrees c (10 degrees f). *tt00238 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 13, 2000
- This bulletin involves fuel door label application / replacement. *jb00L07 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2000
- This bulletin addresses concerns a noise at intial engine startup when cold from the accessory drive belt. *jb14365 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may experience spark knock during light-to-moderate accelerations. *tt00123 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 12, 2000
- Installation of vinyl floor mats service tip. Ak98168 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 7, 2000
- Floor mat installation procedure service tip. Yd981617 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 7, 2000
- Transmission fluid leaks at radiator. Yd981613 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 7, 2000
- Fuel may leak from the spring lock couplings. Yd981612 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Apr 7, 2000
- The seat back may not latch/ lock in the desired position and remain folded forward over the seat cushion. Yd981610 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Apr 7, 2000
- Steering -alignment-toe set procedure service tip. Yd98169 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Apr 7, 2000
- Transmission- e40d/4r100-1989-99-main controls, separator plates and separator plate gaskets usage chart. Yd98168 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 7, 2000
- Information regarding malfunction indicator lamp on -p030x dtc's contact request / detroit area. **mr14039 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code(s) p030x (cylinder #1 through #8 misfire detected) that cannot be resolved using proper diagnostics. **mr8482 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some bi-fuel vehicles may require powertrain control module (pcm) replacement during service and may not run on cng or lpg., recalibration of the pcm/replacement. *mjs00611 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 20, 2000
- Vehicles may experience solid particle contaminants from prior transmission concerns or excess wear, may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system is not properly flushed…0038 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 7, 2000
- Concerns with vehicles exhibiting a windshield creak / squeak. *tt13838 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Some vehicles with 4.6l, or 6.8l engines may exhibit a roller finger follower coming off during engine cranking in cold temperatures below zero degrees f. A one-time noise from the…8163 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Subject on the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may illuminate and diagnostic trouble codes may appear. *mjs0017 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 10, 2000
- Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs0015 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 10, 2000
- Vehicles may experience inner fender well- dented or dinged from stones being thrown into wheelwell. *mjs0014 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 10, 2000
- Some vehicles may experience a condition of no 4 x 4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4 x 4 low range. *mjs13745 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Cracks in the door sheet metal at the lower rear of the window opening near the belt molding.7821 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks. *tt99242 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 15, 1999
- On 4x2 vehicles with 4r70w and 139 inch wheelbase, a vibration from transmission and / or a transmission fluid leak from the extension housing seal may occur. *tt99241 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 15, 1999
- Information on diagnosing a vehicle with malfunction indicator lamp illuminated and diagnostic trouble codes p0442 and p0455 stored in continuous memory. *tt99234 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 15, 1999
- All 4x4 vehicles with electronic shift onthe fly transfer cases will display contact plate pids opposite of the 1999 or earlier workshop manual indicates when using ngs with 15.0 l…13505 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit dents on the wheel well sheet metal of the pcik-up box area when used in off-road applications. *tt13550 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit cracks in the door sheet metal at the lower rear of the window opening near the belt molding. *tt13479 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 1999
- 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. *tt7353 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt99222 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 18, 1999
- Subject on engine coolant leaking into the engine oil on some vehicles. *tt99207 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 4, 1999
- 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. *tt13412 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt99196 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 20, 1999
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt99194 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Sep 20, 1999
- Vehicles with 4.2l engine (canadian) may backfire on acceleration at all ambient temperature. *tt99188 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 6, 1999
- Vehicles built between 3/15/1997 and 12/31/1998 and with 4r70w transmissions may experience delayed or no 2-3 upshift, transmission control indicator lamp illuminated with diagnost…99185 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 6, 1999
- Information regarding vehicles that exhibit cracks in the door sheet metal. *mjs13238 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding steering gear leaks from input shaft seals. *mjs13219 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding outward dents in pickup box wheel wells. *mjs13203 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding front cover & water pump bolts-torque valve revision/3.8-4.2l. *mjs13186 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding the winners of the edsr of the month quality awards for the month of august. *mjs7106 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding transmission trouble codes. *mjs7100 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding steering gear leaks from input shaft seals. *mjs7080 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding outward dents in pickup box wheel wells. *mjs7022 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding a change in the torque values of the engine front cover water pump bolts. *tt6996 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Concerns with a hard to turn ignition key and / or a hard to remove key from ignition cylinder. *tt99164 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 9, 1999
- On some vehicles the front bumpers may exhibit red staining (spots) on the bumer wing ends. *tt13106 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Experiencing windnoise at the top of the door glass seal / weatherstrip molding area. *tt13054 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Sone police vehicles and other vehicles with 4r70w may exhibit a vibration and / or transmission extension housing bushing damage from sustained high speed operation. *tt9913125 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Information pertaining to conditions with red staining (spots) on the front bumper wing ends. *tt996876 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 1999
- This online service bulletin involves vehicles exhibiting windnoise at the top of the door glass seal / weatherstrip molding area. *tt996780 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 1999
- This online bulletin addresses concerns with cracks in the door sheet metal at the lower rear of the window opening near the belt molding. *tt996754 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Vehicles equipped with the 5.4l engine, 4r100 transmission and an auxiliary transmission oil cooler may exhibit a coastdown moan concern. *tt6702 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an induction backfire on accelerations and decelerations during all ambient temperatures. *tt991410 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 12, 1999
- Vehicles may experience a moaning noise heard at approximately 1100 rpm with the a/c compressor engaged. *tt99144 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 12, 1999
- Some 4x4 vehicles built with center disconnect front axles may exhibit a moaning noise from the front differential while operating in 4x2 mode. *tt99143 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 12, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with the 5.4l engine, 4r100 transmission and an auxiliary transmission oil cooler may exhibit a coastdown moan concern. *tt13010 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Subject regarding anti-lock brake lamp illumination, increased break pedal effort and / or false anti-lock brake system (abs) cycling at low speeds. *tt991313 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jun 28, 1999
- Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt99139 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 28, 1999
- Concerns with engine coolant leaking into engine oil on some vehicles. *tt99131 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 28, 1999
- Ford motor company has released a private labeled material to be used for iron particle / acid rain service repairs. *tt991210 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 14, 1999
- 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. *tt99129 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 14, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a whistling noise while driving with a/c in the off position at speeds above 64 km/h (40 mph). *tt99128 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 14, 1999
- Information designed to aid in the diagnosis, testing and repair of noise, vibration and harshness (nvh) concerns. *tt99111 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 14, 1999
- Subject regarding the availability of rear spring clip kits for vehicles exhibiting rear spring rattle. *tt12882 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Subject regarding rear spring clip kits for vehicles exhibiting a rear spring rattle. *tt12879 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Some vehicles built with 3-leaf or 4-leaf rear springs may exhibit a rear spring rattle. *tt6489 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may experience axle wind up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers on vehicles equipped with a four wheel drive hi or low …12905 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Subject regarding rear spring rattle. *tt6477 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (abs) indicator lamp with no diagnostic trouble code (dtc) detected. *tt6315 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Conditions on rear drum grabbing during first few brake applications while brakes are cold. *tt99107 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jun 1, 1999
- 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 bu…9996 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 17, 1999
- Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt99816 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 3, 1999
- Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip. *tt99-8-15 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 3, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a idle vibration.12738 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration and / or transmission extension housing bushing damage from sustained high speed operation. *tt12725 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may develop a coolant leak at the worm gear clamp located at the joint between the metal intake coolant tube and the flexible rubber coolant hose. *tt12720 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 1999
- Owner notification for replacement of engine cylinder heads. *tt98B33 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (abs) indicator lamp on with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) detected. *tt12776 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vhicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (abs) indicator lamp with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtc). *tt12750 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may experience an idle vibration. *tt6287 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued May 1, 1999
- Experiencing a vibration and / or transmission extension housing bushing damage. *tt6242 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may develop a coolant leak at the worm gear clamp located at the joint between the metal intake coolant tube and the coil resulting in engine misfire with diagnostic …6232 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 1999
- Concerns with front differential noise. *tt996139 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1999
- Experiencing front differential noise. *tt996113 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1999
- Information on using 1999 procedures manual for side mirror replacement. *tt996042 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 1, 1999
- Experiencing a engine knock at cold start-up. *tt996034 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 1999
- Vehicles experiencing increased brake pedal effort and / or false abs cycling at low speeds, or abs lamp illumination. *tt99411 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 8, 1999
- Concerns with transmission fluid leaking at radiator. *tt9946 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 8, 1999
- Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt9943 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 8, 1999
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a moan noise from the front differential when the vehicle is operating in 4x2 mode and goes away when operating in 4x4 mode. *tt12590 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Experiencing whistling noise coming from the front of the vehicle at highway speeds. *tt12601 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with the 5.4l engine, 4r100 transmission an auxiliary transmission oil cooler may exhibit a coastdown moaning noise. *tt12591 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Subject regarding front differential noise investigation. *tt5955 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Concerns with transmission fluid leaking at the radiator. *tt9946 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Concerns with the potential effects of adhesives used for body panel repairs. *tt98203 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Some vinyl covered items such as dash panels, door trim panels, consoles, etc., may exhibit a small dent, scuff, abrasion and/ or discoloration resulting from assembly, transit, de…98259 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Dec 21, 1998
- Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc98246 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 7, 1998
- Some vehicles built with the 4.2l engine that are operating in mexico may exhibit a backfire concern. *tt12272 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some texas department of transportation (dot) trucks may encounter a radio frequency interference (rfi) condition when using hand held two-way radios in the range of 47.18 mhz. *tt12208 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles built with the 4.2l engine that are operating in mexico may exhibit a backfire concern. *tt5356 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with m5od r2 manual transmission may exhibit a gear shift rattle condition in third gear. *tt5348 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Subject regarding misfire codes on all engines. *tt5267 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information on diagnosticing erratic windshield wiper operation. *tt5262 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information on vehicles exhibiting vibration at cruise over 50 mph. *tt5258 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information on vehicles exhibiting cold engine knock. *tt5257 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles with electronic shift on the fly 4x4 systems may stick in 4x4 low. Engineering is investigating. *tt5128 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.4l engines may exhibit a cold start engine knock concern until warmed up. *tt4981 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 1998
- The malfucntion indicator lamp ( mil ) may illuminate and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0455 may be stored in memory. *yc982325 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Information regarding replacement and / or repairs on any lock component. *yc982323 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Issues regareding diagnostic trouble codes ( dtcs ) p0705, p0708, p1704, and / or p1705 may be stored in memory. *yc982312 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Cold start engine noise985185 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles with 4r70w transmissions built from 4/16/98 through the end of the 1998 model year may exhibit a leak from the vent area of the transmission. *tt985143 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles with electronic shift on the fly 4x4 systems may stick in 4x4 low. *tt985128 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Subject regarding vehicles exhibiting vibration at cruise over 50 mph. (repeat message). *tt985063 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Subject regarding idle vibration (repeat message). *tt985062 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Experiencing cold engine knock (repeat / revised message). *tt985059 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles built with 3-leaf rear springs may exhibit a rear spring rattle. *mjs12161 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with pats (securilock) except certain models now have availability of fleet keys through rotunda. *mjs12154 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.6l or 6.8l engines may exhibit a cold start engine noise until warmed up. *mjs12139 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles with 4r70w transmissions built from 4/16/98 through 10/30/98 may exhibit a leak from the vent area of the transmission. *mjs12120 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit cracks in the door sheet metal at the lower rear of the window opening near the belt molding. *tt985029 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Information regarding a new service part released for the license plate light circuit which will reduce the cose of repairs. *tt985028 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit cracks in the door sheet metal at the lower rear of the window opening near the belt molding. *mjs12071 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Vehicles built with 3-leaf rear springs may exhibit a rear spring rattle *mjs985200 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Nov 1, 1998
- A new parking brake control rubber bumper stop is now available for service. *yc982117 · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · issued Nov 1, 1998
- During high idle speeds throttle sticks after steady state driving in cold ambient temperatures. *yc982110 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc982010 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 12, 1998
- A " ticking " noise on initial startup with shift selector in " p " or " n " position may occur on some vehicles. *yc98209 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 12, 1998
- Concerns with adhensives not recommended for body panel repairs. *yc98203 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 12, 1998
- Cold engine knock 5.4l action. *ak98-4738 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1998
- Vibration at cruise over 50 mph. *ak98-4725 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 1998
- Vehicles exhibit cracks in door sheet metal at lower rear of the window opening near belt molding. *ak98-4717 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 1, 1998
- LOCKS FAILED. YD98163 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 17, 1998
- Install a revised child seat tether kit.981517 · Technical service bulletin · Child Seat · issued Aug 3, 1998
- A direct replacement part for the evaporative emission canister and bracket assembly. Ak981512 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 3, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit cracks in the door sheet metal at the lower rear of the window opening near the belt molding. *tt11814 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some vehicles built with 16 inch chrome styled steel wheels and with 16 inch steel wheels may exhibit signs of rust around the edges of the wheels. *tt11811 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some supercab vehicles may exhibit a moan / droan in the cab at 1500 - 1600 rpm or a cab vibration at 1800 - 1900 rpm. *tt11799 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Experiencing a rubbing or squeak noise as the steering wheel is turned. *tt11794 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some trucks built with 16 inch chrome styled steel wheels and trucks built with 16 inch steel wheels may exhibit signs of rust around the edges of the wheels. *tt4703 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a rubbing or squeak noise as the steering wheel is turned. *tt4683 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some super cab vehicles may exhibit a moan / droan in the cab at 1500 - 1600 rpm or a cab vibration at 1800 - 1900 rpm. *tt4682 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Subject regarding the nagative battery terminal cover on some vehicles. *tt4660 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Malfunction indicator lamp on, with p0300 - p0308 misfire diagnostic trouble codes with a 4.6l engine. *tt4638 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1998
- COLD ENGINE KNOCK. *TT4635 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Brief information on vehicles exhibit vibration at cruise over 50 mph. *tt4631 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit rear axle noise. *tt4628 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit malfunction indicator light on with evaporative diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455 set. *tt4619 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 1998
- A vibration at highway speeds may be felt on some vehicles. *yc98812 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 27, 1998
- Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc9888 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 27, 1998
- Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc9852 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Apr 13, 1998
- A customer conern of inoperative cruise control. *yc9811452 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Concerns of squeaky / noisy pitman arm. *yc9810569 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Vehicles with manual transmissions may have a customer concern of inoperative cruise control. *yc982690 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Apr 1, 1998
- If you encounter a vehicle with a missing wheel hub o-ring, do not install a new o-ring. *yc982673 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Brief information giving the correct part number for tsb 98-3-12. *yc982548 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Symptoms regarding p0300-p0308 misfire dtcs with 4.6l engines. *yc980317 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Experiencing vibration at cruise over 50 mph. *yc980310 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Concerns with hesitation, stumble, surge, miss, rough idle, stall at idle. *tt9869 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Mar 30, 1998
- Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt9864 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 30, 1998
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc985A5 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 18, 1998
- The malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may illuminate and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0503 may be stored in memory. *yc9858 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 16, 1998
- Service procedure for orange service tagged transmissions. *yc98422 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62,628, and/or 1728. *yc98419 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 2, 1998
- The 4r70w transmission installed in some vehicles will have an orange98412 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc9845 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Some difficulty in matching the texture of the oem anti-chip stone abrasion material to rpair materials when servicing. *yc9844 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Concerns with axle wind-up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers. *tt983074 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 27, 1998
- Concerns with water leaking at the rear sliding backglass. *tt983082 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 26, 1998
- Service tips for surface defect removal without repainting. *yc9833 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 16, 1998
- Repairs to vinyl covered surfaces. *yc9831 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 16, 1998
- This bulletin mentions how some hub o-rings may be cut during the installation of the wheels. *tt983302 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Feb 4, 1998
- This bulletin provides procedures on neutralizing the exhaust, transmission and engine mounts. *tt983301 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 4, 1998
- Some customer may complain of a ticking noise on initial cold start-up in park position and neutral position. *tt983316 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 3, 1998
- The 4r100 transmission will have an orange "prior to repair" tag on the fluid pan. *tt983315 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 3, 1998
- Concerns of frame strike on the rear axle. *tt983306 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Feb 3, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit loose lugnuts and / or broken wheel studs. *tt9811344 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Feb 1, 1998
- Information on removing the radio chassis from some vehicles. *tt9811342 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 1998
- Important information on using the ngs (new generation star) tester on some vehciles. *tt9811286 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 1998
- Somve vehicles may exhibit a buzz / low growl noise coming from the area of the transfer case manual shift lever. *tt983070 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 1998
- Service procedure for orange service tagged transmissions. *tt98130 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62, 628, and / or 1728 may be stored in memory. *tt98123 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Subject pertaining to red rust stains on the edges of the bumper center vent and fog lamp openings. *tt98113 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Fuel pump replacement procedure - service tip. *tt9818 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt9814 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit cab vibration. *tt983573 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 8, 1998
- Concerns with waterleak conditions at the back glass on some vehicles. *tt9811001 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Mil light on with evaporative dtc p0442, p0455090308 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Experiencing difficulty diagnosing vehicles with evaporative fuel system diagnostic trouble codes. *tt976011 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Nov 1, 1997
- Experiencing difficulties with the malfunction indicator lamp (mil). *yc97090297183 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 2, 1997
- Brief information regarding cylinder head temperature (cht) and fail safe cooling. *tt976007 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 1, 1997
- Vehicles with premium radios will be equipped with volume control/on-off switch. *twBC105849705 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 1997
- Information for when replacing an interior trim component under warranty. *ttBC0717961021 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 21, 1996