1998 Mercury Mountaineer service bulletins & manufacturer communications
282 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 1998 Mercury Mountaineer. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 282
- Front axle leaks fluid from vent tube - vehicles equipped with 4x4 or awd. *tt030508 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 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
- Driveability-malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated-diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) p0420 and/or p0430. *mj0475 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2004
- 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…02138 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 10, 2003
- 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 evaporat…03203 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 13, 2003
- Rattle/buzz sound from under the vehicle on 4.0l single overhead cam (sohc) engines. *tt03199 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 29, 2003
- Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt03181 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 15, 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
- An uncommanded shift to 4x4 low. *tt16935 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 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
- Various noise issues from the rear leaf springs while driving. *tt16735 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Fluid may leak out of the front axle vent tube. *tt *jb0358 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 17, 2003
- New service part - number 5 needle bearing and race kit - 4r70w transmission - service tip. *tt03261 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 5, 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
- 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
- Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh02208 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 14, 2002
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj02176 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Sep 2, 2002
- Experiencing a clicking / popping noise from the upper steering column area when turning the steering wheel. *tt16040 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jul 1, 2002
- Concerns with brake vibration, roughness and / or grinding noise, and excessive brake rotor corrosion. *tt15910 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 2002
- 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 inc…15887 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2002
- On some vehicles, the electronic automatic temperature control (eatc) blows cold air from the floor ducts on vehicles produced before 9/30/2000 only. *tt0285 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 29, 2002
- 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…0282 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 29, 2002
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt0245 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 4, 2002
- Certain vehicles with 4x4 or all-wheel drive may have a fluid leak from the front axle vent tube. *tt0242 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 4, 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 vehicles equipped with the 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a check engine light on with diagnostic trouble codes p0300 (random misfire) or p0301. *tt0232 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Feb 18, 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
- Information regarding malfunction indicator light illuminating with diagnostic trouble code p0300/p0301.*yh15563 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Information on vehicles exhibitng fuel line damage due to pinching/squeezing of the fuel return line. *tt15532 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · 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
- Concerns with rear wipers that do not sufficiently clean the back glass. *tt15406 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · 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
- 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
- Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires. *tt01B77 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Brake shift interlock.*jb01181 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 17, 2001
- Concerns with high brake pedal force to stop after rotor machining. *tt15249 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 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
- On some vehicles the rear wiper arm fails to clean back glass. *et15155 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent high frequency brake squeal noise. *yh15168 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Subject regarding owner notification program 01m01 supplement #2: revised technical instructions and new labor operation. Nlm070101 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2001
- 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). *tt01114 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 11, 2001
- On some vehicles, including sport and sport trac, the front axle leaks fluid from the vent tube. *tt0186 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 30, 2001
- Subject regarding owner notification program 01m01 regarding additional coverage for front cam chain guide assembly. *tt01M01 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 26, 2001
- Vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft system (pats) may not start or crank. *tt0162 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 2, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0 sohc engine may exhibit a primary chain rattle noise (sometimes described as a spark knock-type noise). *tt14868 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2001
- Concerns with vehicles exhbit fluid leakage from the front axle vent tube. *tt14847 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2001
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a fluid leak from the front axle vent tube. *tt14819 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2001
- Owner notification program regarding additional coverage program for front cam chain guide assembly which may wear or break and cause excessive cam chain noise that does not go awa…01M01 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) accompanied by a diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0741 and in some cases p1728. *tt0154 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 19, 2001
- 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). *tt01411 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 5, 2001
- Subject regarding additional coverage on the front cam chain guide assembly for rental vehicles with 4.0l single overhead cam (sohc) engines. *tt01M01 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 2, 2001
- Information on replacing a gem module on 4x4 vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc, ohv and the neutral tow kit. *tt13879 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal. *tt13752 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Service action 00e11, supplement #1 - update information regarding on-board diagnostic system upgrade. *tt00E11 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 2001
- Subject regarding advance notice on upcoming owner notification program which will provide additional coverage on the front cam chain guide assembly on certain vehicles. *tt01M01 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 5, 2001
- Subject pertaining to broken thermostat. *jb14617 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2001
- 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 ch…14586 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2001
- Concerns with broken thermostats on engines. *jb14583 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2001
- Vehicles may experience start up timing chain noise. *jb14560 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2001
- Subject regarding owner notification suppllemental program for vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines - camshaft chain tensioner and lower intake manifold gasket additional cover…00M12 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2000
- Service action bulletin regarding on-board diagnostic system upgrade. *tt00E11 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2000
- On some vehicles, the accelerator pedal bracket may become loose or separated from the dash panel. This may be caused by repeated excessive force on the accelerator pedal, resultin…00243 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Nov 27, 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
- Some vehicles built through 01/1999 and equipped with a 5.0l engine may exhibit a cold start or hot engine deceleration noise coming from the #5 cylinder. *tt14489 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2000
- Ford motor company is providing additional coverage for the 4.0l sohc camshaft chain tensioner and lower intake manifold gasket. *tt00M12 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2000
- Subject regarding climate control - eatc - blower motor control service tips. *jb00213 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 16, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit hesitation on acceleration or while turning. *jb00201 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Oct 2, 2000
- Subject regarding pop / creak noise from the rear underbody while driving. *jb14371 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 1, 2000
- Subject pertaining to supplemental tire inflation label. *jb00L09 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2000
- Some vehicles equipped with a 5.0l engine may exhibit a rubbing noise during right hand turns from the rear of the vehicle. **mr0083 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 17, 2000
- Some vehicles may come in for a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code p0171 and/or p0174 in self test. **mr14061 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion oil seal area. **mr14056 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may experience an oil leak at the rear crankshaft area after service. **mr14048 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion oil seal area. **mr8512 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may experience an oil leak at the rear crankshaft area after service. **mr8493 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Information regarding pump alignment tools. **mr8164 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 1, 2000
- 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. *tt13857 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Information on 5r55e - 4r55e - 4r44e pump alignment tools. *tt8164 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Subject regarding neutral tow inoperative after gem replacement. *tt8149 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2000
- 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. *tt8119 · Technical service bulletin · Interior Lighting · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs0015 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 10, 2000
- Some vehicles built through 01/1999, equipped with a 5.0l engine may exhibit a cold start or hot engine deceleration noise coming from the #5 cylinder. *tt14489 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent hesitation on acceleration or while turning. *tt14265 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Some all wheel drive vehicles may experience a low speed whining noise from the transfer case. *mjs13723 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · 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
- 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
- Information regarding clean air tube retaining clamps / throttle body cam. *tt13465 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Experiencing water leak into the vehicle through the moonroof opening. *tt99228 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 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 equipped with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit an overheat condition that may be attributed to the thermostat. Engineering is currently investigating this issue and is l…13527 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1999
- 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 reso…13504 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- 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. *tt13482 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Experiencing very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds (parking lot type maneuvers). *tt13440 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Nov 1, 1999
- All vehicles with electronic shift on the fly transfer cases will display contact plate pids opposite of what the 1999 or earlier workshop manual indicates when using ngs with 15.0…7494 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration / groan on acceleration or take off.7468 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- This bulletin states that whenever the clean air tube retaining clamps are removed for any repair, procedures must be followed to insure proper clearance between the throttle cam a…7440 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise from the rear while driving, especially when going bumps. *tt7360 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · 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
- 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. *tt99223 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 18, 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
- Exhibiting a grunting noise heard from the power steering system during slow speed turning, or while stationary when turning to the left or coming off the steering stops. *tt99211 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Oct 18, 1999
- Concerns with anti-lock brake system (abs) diagnostic trouble codes and / or abs light flashing while driving. *tt983572 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 13, 1999
- Concerns with burning odor or smoke, and / or rustling noise while blower motor is on. *tt99206 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 4, 1999
- Information on replacing the front bumper bracket. *tt99203 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 4, 1999
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal. *tt13404 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- The rear wiper blade on some vehicles built through 1/22/99 may flip over when run through soft cloth style car washes. *tt13310 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit a vibration / moan / boom at idle. *tt13300 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit a vibration / moan / boom at idle. *tt7270 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- A condition with the rear wiper blade on vehicles built through 1/22/1999 may flip over when run through soft cloth style car washes. *tt7238 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Service tip information when servicing the 4.0l sohc short block assembly. *tt7138 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Exhibiting very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds. *tt13426 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Exhibiting a squeak type noise from the rear stabilizer bar while driving, especially when going over bumps. *tt13415 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 1, 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
- 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 indicato…13388 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with a4wd built prior to 9/13/99 may exhibit a vibration / pulsation at 0 - 45 mph. *tt13350 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal. *tt7316 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an engine oil leak from the rear main crankshaft seal. *tt9810930 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 24, 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
- Experiencing an inoperative or inaccurate odometer / speedometer readings. *tt991813 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · 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
- Service tips when servicing a 4.0l sohc short block assembly. *tt13261 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Service tips information provided to assist when servicing vehicles with short block assembly. *tt13260 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding manual a/c system- blower works in high setting only. *mjs13223 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding neutral tow kit available. *mjs13222 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding seat that willl not move forward. *mjs13218 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart. *mjs13180 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding 4.0l sohc engine repair procedure update. *mjs13177 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding sohc engine noise (cam chain noise). *mjs13172 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding 4.0l sohc engine noise (cam chain noise). *mjs13171 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding 4.0 l sohc camshaft bolt torque. *mjs13170 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Subject on manual a/c system-blower works in high setting only. *mjs7084 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding neutral tow kit availability. *mjs7083 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding seat that will not move forward. *mjs7079 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with various engine sizes. *tt6997 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Subject regarding 4.0l sohc engine repair procedure update. *tt6993 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit engine noise(cam chain noise). *tt6987 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding 4.0l sohc camshaft bolt torque. *tt6986 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit the check engine light on with diagnostic trouble code po420. *tt6980 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information on removing and / or replacing the generic electronic module (gem). *tt6905 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Vibration on light to moderate acceleration at 0 - 45 mph on a4wd vehicles. *tt13112 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Exhibiting a power steering fluid leak from the steering gear boot(s). *tt13049 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Information on replacing and removing the generic electronic module (gem). *tt9913138 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 1999
- 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. *tt9913035 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some 4.0l vehicles with a4wd may exhibit a vibration / pulsation at 0-45 mph on dry pavement under light to moderate acceleration. *tt996887 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Exhibiting a power steering fluid leak from the steering gear boot(s). *tt996777 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with a4wd may exhibit a vibration / pulsation felt from the driveline in the steering wheel and floorpan on acceleration / light tip-in at 25-35 mph when in 4 auto mo…6699 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a burning odor or smoke, and / or rustling noise occuring when the blower motor is running if leaves or foreign material enters the blower case. *tt99156 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 26, 1999
- Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt99152 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 26, 1999
- Vehicles with a4wd transmission and 4.0l engine may have the 4x4 indicator lamps flashing. *tt99142 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jul 12, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit no / low a/c performance at high ambient temperatures and prolonged idle. *tt12997 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some 4.0l vehicles with a4wd may exhibit a vibration / pulsation felt from the driveline in the steering wheel and floorpan on acceleration / light tip-in at 25-35 mph when in 4 au…13004 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a high pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front end at speeds from 10 mph to 40 mph. *tt12947 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit no / low air conditioner performance at high ambient temperatures and prolonged idle. *tt6692 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Exhibiting an air bag lamp on intermittently with lamp fault code (lfc) 24, or diagnostic trouble code b1924 and / or b1342 stored in memory. *tt6640 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jul 1, 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
- 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
- Use kleenex brand juniors or li'l travelers to refill tissues for certain vehicles with the high series center console facial tissue compartment. *tt12852 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · 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
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a high pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front end at speeds from 10 mph to 40 mph. *tt12843 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Information on refilling tissues for the center console facial tissue compartment. *tt6429 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Information pertaining to harness chaffing issue. *tt6308 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Vehicles may exhibit a front accessory drive (fead) belt noise. *tt6295 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 1999
- The malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may illuminate and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0171, p0174, p1131, and / or p1151 may be present with or without misfire, rolling idle, ro…99104 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit harsh downshift from 3rd to 1st gear while stopping, hesitation after acceleration from stop and / or lack of power after acceleration from stop on vehicl…9987 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 27, 1999
- Experiencing drift / pull to the right conditons. *tt9998 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued May 17, 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
- Concerns or erratic or insufficient temperature control. *tt9988 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 3, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit harsh downshift from 3rd to 1st gear while stopping; hesitation after acceleration from stop; and / or lack of power after acceleration from stop. *tt9987 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 3, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an overdrive (o/d) light flashing with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0741 and / or p1740. *tt9986 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 3, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a high pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front end at speeds from 10 mph to 40 mph. *tt6032 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition when parked on an incline with the vehicle in a noise down position and less than 1/4 tank of fuel. *tt12710 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 1, 1999
- Subject regarding all vehicles requires a parameter reset to be performed on the passive anti-theft system module (pats / vic / hec) when the powertrain control module (pcm) is rep…12704 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1999
- Information regarding harness chafing issue. *tt9912786 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles built before 1/1/1999 equipped with 5.0l engine may exhibit a front accessory drive (fead) belt noise. *tt12755 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition when parked on an incline with the vehicle in a nose down position and less than 1/4 tank of fuel. *tt6203 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 1, 1999
- Information on resetting the passive anti-theft system (pats). *tt99-6193 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 1999
- Experiencing a grunt noise while turning. *tt996088 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with teves four wheel anti-lock brakes (4wabs) may exhibit a yellow anti-lock brake lamp illuminated with no diagnostic trouble codes in memory. *tt6035 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 1999
- Information on maintaining tire pressure. *tt995157 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued May 1, 1999
- Recall information regarding speed control cable replacement. *tt99S09 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued May 1, 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 vehicles may exhibit an air bag light on intermittently with diagnostic trouble code b1924. *tt12529 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Vehicles with limited slip / traction-lok rear axles may exhibit a chatter noise while turning. *tt12521 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Concerns with the in-dash cd stops operating when hot / radio display reads cd too hot. *tt12518 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Brief information on checking transmission fluid level. *t12512 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a power steering grunt / groan / noise while turning. *tt12510 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation / lack of power on re-acceleration after decelerating from 45 - 65 mph to a slow roll condition. *tt12624 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Information on replacing a four wheel anti-lock brakes (4wabs) hydraulic control unit (huc). *tt12610 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Information regarding the audio system selective lighting feature. *tt12573 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Experiencing a whinning noise from the transfer case. *tt12571 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Subject regarding revolutions per mile tire size data. *tt12554 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Mar 1, 1999
- On some vehicles built through 1/22/99 the rear wiper blade may flip over when ran through soft cloth style car washes. *tt12500 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Vehicles exhibiting intermittent illumination of air bag light with diagnostic trouble code b1924. *tt5852 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with limited slip / traction-lock rear axles may exhibit a chatter noise while turning. *tt5845 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Service tips for checking transmission fluid level. *tt5814 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Concerns with power steering making a grunting / groaning noise while turning. *tt5812 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Complaints that the rear wiper blade flips over. *tt5799 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Vehicle exhibiting multiple generic electronic module (gem) related symptoms. *tt5705 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Complaints that the in-dash cd stops operating when hot. *tt5652 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Vehicle may exhibit a high pitched squeal / whistle type noise from the front end at speeds from 10 mph to 40 mph. *tt5506 · 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
- Conditions with the front seat back lever bent. *yc982515 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Dec 21, 1998
- Service tips on composite fuel rail. *yc982511 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 21, 1998
- 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
- Diagnostic service tips on passive anti theft system ( pats ). *yc98241 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 7, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a water leak concern from the moonroof. *tt12289 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 1, 1998
- For all vehicles with generic electronic module (gem) concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the modul…12227 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 1998
- This bulletin mentions that for all vehicles with antilock brake module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or r…12216 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a water leak concern from the moonroof. *tt5373 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Brief information regarding engine stall condition. *tt5272 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information on vehicles exhibiting upper engine noise. *tt5256 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information on vehicles exhibiting steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns. *tt5249 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with a dual media (am / fm cass / cd) radio may exhibit an audio concern of no display or graphics. *tt5133 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information regarding replacement and / or repairs on any lock component. *yc982323 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Some vehicles with a very low odometer reading may experience a lack temperature control. *yc982320 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · 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
- Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak982310 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Condensate may leak onto the passenger floor on some vehicles. *yc98238 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation / lack of power on re-acceleration after decelerating from highway speed (45-65 mph) to a slow roll condition (exit ramp / tollbooth). This m…5189 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Information on setting the tire inflation pressure for 1991 through 1999 model year vehicles in the pre-delivery process and during maintenance intervals. *tt985157 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0l engines may exhibit an upper engine tapping noise on cold start. *tt985148 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- All vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc that require engine service please note that the xl2z-6m289-aa (drive assembly-camshaft-lh) must be used on 4.0l sohc engines if replacement is…985144 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with a dual media (am/fm/cass/cd) radio may exhibit an audio concern of no display or graphics. *tt985133 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Vehiucles with 4.0l ohv/sohc, 5.0l, 4.6l, 5.4l may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on with evap system diagnostic trouble codes p1450, p0455, p0446. *tt985103 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Repeat message regarding engine stalling *tt985064 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Repeat / revise message regarding flashing 4x4 lights with no diagnostic trouble codes. *tt985053 · Technical service bulletin · Interior Lighting · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Brief information regarding upper engine noise. *tt5049 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · 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
- Information concerning the replacement of the engines on vehicles equipped with a 4.0l sohc that require service. *mjs12150 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Revised message regarding steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns action on sohc equipped vehicles, perform tsb 98-21-01. *tt985045 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some customers have reported the throttle stuck at idle on some vehicles. *yc982122 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Experiencing a noise and vibration during idle.98211 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 26, 1998
- Concerns with the power seat control button ( knob ) may detach from the switch actuator. *yc982019 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 12, 1998
- Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc982010 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 12, 1998
- Concerns with adhensives not recommended for body panel repairs. *yc98203 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 12, 1998
- Some 1997-1998 explorer/mountaineer/expedition or navigator vehicles with 4-wd 4x4 system may exhibit both98-4817 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 1998
- Information on additions to the ford quality renewal assembly program.4747 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 1, 1998
- Steering wheel shimmies, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns..98-4732 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 1, 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 a seat squeak / rattle / rock from the front power seat track. *tt11809 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may come in for a bent front seat back recliner lever. *tt11759 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a seat squeak / rattle / rock from the front power seat track. *tt4701 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may come in for a bent front seat back recliner lever. *tt4642 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns. *tt4634 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Brief information for vehicles exhibiting engine stall. *tt4623 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a drift/pull, show signs of tire wear, or exhibit poor ride quality. *yc98021698311 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued May 27, 1998
- Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc9888 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 27, 1998
- A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc9874 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 13, 1998
- Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc9852 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Apr 13, 1998
- When diagnosing crank / no start on certain vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft (pats) check the customers key ring for any magnetic objects like the mobile speedpass key whi…11530 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Engineering is investigating concerns of noisy front system blower motors on certain vehicles. *tt11512 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 1, 1998
- For certain model vehicles, the 4r70w transmission solenoid molded leadframe must be replaced when removed. *tt11482 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Brief information on performing the fuel economy test. *yc982732 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Engineering is investigating conditions concerning roof rack tap plates. *yc982720 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Concerns with built-in rear child safety seat may not easily accommodate some children. *yc982540 · Technical service bulletin · Child Seat · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Experiencing idle vibration / exhaust boom. *yc980313 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 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
- Concerns with a whistling or hissing noise from the main control area occuring while idling in drive and / or reverse on some vehicles. *tt98514 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 16, 1998
- Exhibiting a squeaking / creaking noise heard from the right side of the instrument panel while turning or during any body flexing. *tt98421 · 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
- 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
- Information regarding programming / diagnosing passive anti-theft system (pats) related issues. *tt983566 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Some vehicle may exhibit malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) po171, po174, p1131 and / or p1151 stored in memory. *tt98117 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Subject regarding passive anti theft system (pats) diagnostic service tips. *tt98110 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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
- Information on programming / diagnosing any passive anti-theft system (pats) related issues. *tt983566 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Exhibiting a power steering noise. *tt98-3423 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Pats key programming. *ak980321 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 1998