Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Emissions
- Generals
- Safety
- Customer Interest
- A/C - Musty Odor Coming From Vents
- Fuel Pump - Buzzing/Humming After Engine Shut Down
- Engine - Stalls When Cold
- Engine - Hard Cold Starts/Hesitation/Stalls On Start-Up
- Radio/Two-Way Communications - Whine/Buzz
- Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
- Fuel Pump - Noise
- Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
- Brakes - Roughness During Application
- Engine - Tapping Noise
- Aluminum Wheel - Air Leaks
- A/T- ATX Intermittent/Delayed 1st - 2nd Gear Shift
- A/T - ATX Intermittent No/Delayed 1-2 Upshift
- Engine - Bucking/Jerking At Steady Cruise Speeds
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Alternator - Discharge
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Safety Belts - Front/Rear Twisted at `D' Ring
- Speedometer - Indicates High Speed When Cold
- Vertical Windshield Weatherstrip/Moulding - Loose
- Rear View Mirror - Detaches From Windshield
- Fuel Filler Door - May Not Open Enough
- Passive Restraint System - Chattering Noise
- Exterior Clearcoat - Cracking/Eroding/Peeling Off
- A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Chemicals,Additives
- Superceded Bulletins
- 9174 - 04/05/91
- 91118 - 05/30/91
- 91109 - 05/15/91
- 90148 - 07/05/90
- 90146 - 07/15/90
- 90137 - 06/20/90
- 90128 - 06/07/90
- 90113 - 05/23/90
- 90102 - 05/09/90
- 89311 - 02/08/89
- 89252 - 12/13/89
- 89165 - 08/09/89
- 891012 - 05/17/89
- 88246 - 11/23/88
- 88245 - 11/23/88
- 88236 - 11/09/88
- 881710 - 08/17/88
- 87223 - 11/04/87
- 872013 - 10/07/87
- Roof - Seam and Drip Rail Repairs
- Body - Improved Aftermarket Air Dry Seam Sealer
- A/C - Identification Of Non Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - R134A Retrofit Kit Availability
- A/C - R12 to R134a Retrofit Kit Availability
- A/C - Approved Flushing Procedures
- Air Conditioning - Musty or Mildew Type Odors
- A/C System - Musty/Mildew Odors
- A/C - O Ring Removal From Spring Lock Coupling
- Blower Motor - Chirping or Squeaking Noise
- Wire Splicing And Wire Harness- Terminal Repair Kit
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Wire Splice Procedure
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair And Wire Splice Kit
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Wire Splice Repair
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Splice Procedure
- Electrical - Wiring Harness Terminal Repair Kit
- Wire Harness - New Terminal Repair Kit
- Radio - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Charging - Generator Discharge/Damaged Connector
- Brakes - Special Lubricant Requirements
- Brake Rotor - Machining With On-Vehicle Equipment
- A/T - New Transmission Cooler Flusher/Service Tip
- A/T - Intermittent or Delayed 1st - 2nd Gear Upshift
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectations Vs. Vehicle Usage
- Fuel Economy - Expectations Versus Usage
- Speaker - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Speakers - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Fuel Pump - Buzz/Whine Through Radio Speakers
- Fuel Pump - Whine/Buzz Noise Heard In Speakers
- Radio - Whine/Buzz
- Radio - Buzzing/Whining Noise
- Exhaust System - Buzz or Rattle Noise
- Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noises
- Exhaust System - Rattling/Buzzing Noise
- Exhaust System - Buzz/Rattle Noise
- Heater Core - Repeated Failure
- Cooling System - Diagnosis Procedure
- A/T - Fluid Application Charts
- A/C System - New A/C Filter Kit
- A/C - New Filter to Prevent Compressor Damage
- A/C System - New Filter Kit
- Air Conditioning - Prevent Damage to Compressor
- A/C - Refrigerant Filtering Tips
- A/C - Refrigerant Filtering Service Tips
- A/C System - Refrigerant Filtering Service Tips
- Wheels - Proper Lug Torque Procedures
- Brakes - Vibration Prevention Service tip
- Propylene Glycol Coolant - Recommendations
- Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tip
- Propylene Glycol Coolant - Recommendation
- A/T - Transmission Fluid Usage Charts
- Automatic Transmission - Fluid Usage Charts
- A/C - Filter Kit Installation After Replacing Compressor
- A/C Compressor Replacement - Refrigerant Filtering
- A/C System - Use of R12 Refrigerant Substitutes
- Air Conditioning - Filtering Refrigerant
- A/C - Non Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Approved/Alternate Refrigerants
- A/C - Identification of Non-Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Identifying Non-Approved Refrigerants
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Ford RTV Sealer - Shelf Life
- A/C - Musty Odor Coming From Vents
- Refrigerant System Leak Testing - Manual Update
- Overview
- 1988-1991 Continental A/C and Refrigerant System
- 1988 Mark VII, Thunderbird/Cougar, Mustang, A/C System
- 1989-1991 Mark VII A/C & Refrigerant System
- 1989-91 Mustang A/C and Refrigerant System
- 1988-1991 Taurus/Sable A/C and Refrigerant System
- 1988-1991 Tempo/Topaz, Escort A/C and Refrigerant System
- 1988-1991 Thunderbird/Cougar A/C System
- 1988-1991 Town Car, Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis A/C System
- A/C System - Service TSB List
- Air Conditioning - R12 to R134A Retrofit Kit
- A/C - Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement
- Engine Gasket Surface - Cleaning Procedures
- Engine - Repair Tips to Avoid Potential Damage
- Electrical - New Terminal Grease Released For Service
- Fuel Pump - Buzzing/Humming After Engine Shut Down
- Engine - Stalls When Cold
- Engine - Hard Cold Starts/Hesitation/Stalls On Start-Up
- Power Steering Pump - New Design Fitting At Pump Outlet
- Fuel Pump/Sender - Defective Parts Return
- Radio/Two-Way Communications - Whine/Buzz
- Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
- Fuel Pump - Noise
- Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
- Brakes - Roughness During Application
- Brakes - Intermittent Brake Squeal
- A/C System - Wiring Schematic Revision
- Air Conditioning - Approved Flushing Procedures
- Inner Tie Rod - Replacement Procedure
- Engine - Disassembly/Assembly Step 7B, Revised
- Engine - Tapping Noise
- Cooling System - New System Diagnostics
- Engine - Intake Manifold Cleaning Before Installation
- Wheels - Loss Of Balance Weights
- Aluminum Wheel - Air Leaks
- Lug Nuts - Proper Torqueing Procedure
- Polycast Wheels - Trim Ring Requirements
- Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
- Power Window Regulator - Counterbalance Spring
- Clutch Release Bearing - Service Kit Availability
- A/T- ATX Intermittent/Delayed 1st - 2nd Gear Shift
- A/T - ATX Intermittent No/Delayed 1-2 Upshift
- Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
- A/T - ATX/AXOD Cooler Line Fitting Replacement
- A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure
- Fuel Injector - New Cleaning Method
- Fuel Injector Cleaner - Parts and Service Tips
- Body/Frame - Arc Welding Precautions
- EGO Sensors - Silicone Contamination
- Engine - Bucking/Jerking At Steady Cruise Speeds
- Battery - Test Procedure
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Alternator - Discharge
- Recall - Ignition Switch Replacement
- Recall 96V071000: Ignition Switch Short Circuit
- EEC IV EGR Pinpoint Test - Manual Correction
- Recall - EGR System Modification
- Recall - Catalytic Converter Replacement
- Recall - Exhaust Catalyst Replacement
- Recall - Exhaust System Catalyst Replacement
- Audio Systems - Authorized Service Centers
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Safety Belts - Front/Rear Twisted at `D' Ring
- Seat Shoulder/Lap Belt - Production Updates
- Brake Rotor - Machining Equipment/Warranty Information
- EEC IV - Revised Pinpoint Test Steps
- IDM and Spark Timing Diagnosis - Manual Revision
- Engine Control Systems - Diagnosis Revision
- Overview
- Diagnosis Routines, Improper Shift
- Bypass Air Control System
- Fuel System Delivery/Diagnosis and Testing
- Ignition System and Timing Procedures
- EEC Quick Test - All Engines
- EEC Pinpoint Test - All Engines
- Index
- Pinpoint Test Instructions
- Barometric Pressure Switch
- Clutch Cycling Pressure Switch 2.2L All
- Cylinder Identification 1.6L, 1.8L
- Cylinder Identification 2.2L Turbo
- Crankshaft Position 1.3L, 1.8L and 2.2L Turbo
- Daytime Running Lamps 1.3L, 1.8L and 2.0L Turbo (Canada Only)
- Engine Coolant Temperature - All Engines
- Electrical Load Control Unit 1.6L and Turbo
- EGR Valve Position 2.2L Turbo and Non-Turbo Calif.
- Ignition Diagnostic Monitor - All Engines
- MIL and Overboost Indicator Warning - All Engines
- Knock Control 1.6L Turbo
- Knock Control 2.2L Turbo
- Power and Ground Connections - All Engines
- Relay Output Check - All Engines
- Solenoid Controlled By Ground - All Engines
- Switch Monitor Lamp - All Vehicles
- Switch to Ground - All Engines
- Self Test Input - All Engines
- Self Test Output - All Engines
- Switch to Power - All Engines
- Throttle Position 1.6L, 1.8L, 2.2L All
- Vane Air Flow - All Engines
- Vane Air Temperature - All Engines
- Vehicle Power - All Engines
- Reference Voltage - All Engines
- EEC-IV Monitor Intermittent Fault Diagnostics
- 4EAT Transaxle
- Quick Test
- Test Equipment
- Pinpoint Test
- Input/Output Sensors
- Pinpoint Test Instructions
- Downshift Signal 2.2L Turbo 4EAT, 1.8L 4EAT
- Manual Shift Lamp 3.0L, 2.2L and 1.6L
- Power and Ground Connections All 4EAT
- Solenoid Controlled By Power - All 4EAT
- Self Test Input All 4EAT Except 1.8L and 1.9L
- Self Test Output - All 4EAT
- Switch to Ground - All 4EAT
- Switch to Power - All 4EAT
- Throttle Position - All 4EAT
- Torque Converter Speed Pulse Generator - All 4EAT
- Transaxle Oil Temperature 1.8L, 1.9L 4EAT
- Transaxle Oil Temperature Switch 2.2L, 3.0L, 1.6L - 4EAT
- Vehicle Power - All 4EAT
- Vehicle Speed - All 4EAT
- Reference Voltage - All 4EAT
- Temperature Gauge - Reads Low/Erratic
- Speedometer - Indicates High Speed When Cold
- VECI Decal - Initial Index
- Emission Control System - Technician's Glossary
- Fuel Delivery System Diagnosis Test - Revised
- Electronic Modules - Protection From Static Electricity
- Vehicle - Welding Precautions
- Electronics - Diagnostic Tools and Adapter Application
- Electrical/Electronic/Fuel Induction - Glossary
- Door Latches - Adjustment/Modification Prohibition
- Vertical Windshield Weatherstrip/Moulding - Loose
- Recall - Windshield Reinstallation
- Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film
- Recall 89V174000: Windshield Re-Installation
- Glass - Iridescence or Mottling In Tempered Glass
- Rear View Mirror - Detaches From Windshield
- Rear View Mirror - Reattachment
- Bumpers - Isolator and Bracket Assembly Replacement
- Bumper Cover - Repair Materials Update
- Motor Oil - Viscosity Grade Recommendation
- Cooling System - Proper Fluid Concentrations
- Engine Coolant - Recycled Coolant Not Authorized
- Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tips
- Engine Coolant - Propylene Glycol Recommendations
- Wheel Cover - Installation Tip
- A/T - New Rotunda Fluid Changer Service Tip
- A/T - Transmission Flush and Fill Tool Available
- A/T - ATX Planetary Gear Design Changes
- A/T - ATX Governor Filter
- A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
- A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
- A/T - EEC Trouble Codes
- A/T - Diagnostic Trouble Codes for 1983-1992
- A/T - ATX Planetary Gear Interchange
- A/T - Delayed Forward Engagement/Servo Apply Lip Seals
- A/T - ATX Bind-Up In Reverse
- A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
- A/T - ATX Erratic Upshifts Sometimes No Upshift
- A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings
- A/T - Front Bushing Wear
- A/T - ATX Late or No Upshift
- A/T - ATX No Movement In Any Direction
- A/T - Installation Of In-Line Fluid Filter and Flow Test
- A/T - ATX Torque Converter Differences
- A/T - Math Formulas Part I
- A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs
- A/T - ATX New Design Lip Seals
- A/T - Math Part II
- A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
- M/T - Difficulty Shifting Into Reverse Gear
- A/T - Mercon V ATF Usage
- Campaign - Condensor Fans Rotate Backwards
- Fuel Filler Door - May Not Open Enough
- A/C Fan Controller - New Diagnostic Procedure
- Driveability TSB's - Summary
- Engine - New Gasket Sealer
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit
- Wire Harness Terminal and Connector - Service Kit
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectation vs. Vehicle Usage
- Speed Control - Diagnostic Tips
- Passive Restraint System - Chattering Noise
- Passive Restraint - Service Part Information
- Lower Body Stone Protection - Repair Procedure
- Paint - Preparation Procedure And MSDS Information
- Exterior Clearcoat - Cracking/Eroding/Peeling Off
- Exterior Paint - Comprehensive Repair Procedures
- Overview
- Section A Has Been Superseded By TSB # 9264, Dated 3/92.
- (B) Paint Exterior Color Peeling From Ultra Violet Light
- (C) Lower Body Stone Protection Repair Tips
- (D) Procedure For PVC Body Side Moldings
- (E) Lower Body-Side Stone Chip Protection Program
- (F) Surface Defect Removal Without Repainting
- (G) Color Compatible Spray Primer Chart
- (H) Paint Repair For Tinted Clear Coat
- (I) Paintable Plastics
- (J) 1992 Paint Color Codes
- Paint - Iron Particle Removal
- A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
- Electrical Diode - Identification and Replacement
- Campaign - Running Light Module, Extended Coverage
- Hood Lamp Switch - Updated Replacement Part
- A/C - R12 Refrigerant Service Tips
- A/C - R12 Refrigerant Substitutes Service Tip
- R-12 Refrigerant - Substitutes
- Air Conditioning - Use of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye
- A/C - Identification of Non Approved Refrigerants
- A/C Coupling - Cleaning Procedures
- Air Conditioning - O Ring Removal Service Tip
- A/C - New Refrigerant O-Rings
- Door Window Bracket Assembly - Part Return
- Running Lights - Flicker On and Off
- Brakes - New Silicone Compound/Grease
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Fuel - California Reformulated Gasoline
- Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Concerns
- A/C - Adding Refrigerant Oil Service Tip
- Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips
- M/T - Mercon(R) V ATF Usage Information