Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Generals
- Campaign - Throttle Lever Grommet Replacement
- Campaign - Automatic Overdrive Shifting Problems
- Overview of Program 90B89
- Inspection and Repair Procedure Summary
- Attachment 1 - Parts Information
- Attachment 1 - Labor Information
- Exhibit 1 - Transmission Service Identification Tag
- Exhibit 2 - Transmission Condition
- Exhibit 3 - Transmission Repair Instructions
- Attachment 2 - Customer Letter - Ford and Mercury
- Attachment 3 - Customer Letter - Lincoln Town Car
- Dealer Letter - Ford and Mercury
- Dealer Letter - Lincoln Town Car
- Campaign - A/T AOD Loss Of Overdrive
- Overview
- Inspection and Repair Procedure - Attachment I
- Parts Ordering
- Transportation Assistance Guidelines
- Labor, Claim and Refund Information
- Transmission Identification, Exhibit 1
- Inspection to Determine Transmission Condition, Exhibit 2
- Transmission Repair Instructions, Exhibit 3
- Owner Letter, Ford, Mercury - Attachment II
- Owner Letter, Lincoln - Attachment III
- Campaign - B89 Revision
- Campaign - Program B89 Revision
- Campaign - Running Light Module, Extended Coverage
- Safety
- Generals
- Customer Interest
- A/C - Musty Odor Coming From Vents
- Power Steering System - Noisy
- Fuel Pump - Buzzing/Humming After Engine Shut Down
- Engine - No Start/Hard Start In Freezing Temperatures
- Engine - Hard Cold Starts/Hesitation/Stalls On Start-Up
- Fuel Pump - Whining Noise
- Fuel Pump - Noise Heard Inside Vehicle
- Brakes - Roughness/Pedal Vibration
- Front Brake Pads - Accelerated Wear
- Brakes - Roughness During Application
- A/C - Moaning Noise At Idle When Hot
- A/C - Intermittent Loss of Cooling
- Engine - Metal to Metal Noise
- Engine - Excessively High Oil Consumption
- Driveline - Clunk On Rapid Tip Out
- Blower Motor - Speeds May Not Change
- Frame #4 Crossmember - Crack or Weld Separation
- Aluminum Wheel - Air Leaks
- Steering Wheel - Feels Loose or Wobbles
- A/T - AOD Noise/Delayed Shifts/No Engagements
- A/T - AOD Harsh/Rough Shifts
- Speed Control - Slow/Sluggish Response
- Electrical - Low Battery/Dim Lamps/Weak Horn
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Alternator - Discharge
- Ignition Switch Lock/Steering Lock - Difficult Operation
- Radio - Poor AM Reception
- Radio - Buzz/Whine and Ignition Noise
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Safety Belts - Front/Rear Twisted at `D' Ring
- Electronic Fuel Gauge - Erratic Readings
- Analog Speedometer - Pointer Needle Sticks
- Windnoise - Diagnosis and Service
- Engine - High Idle/MIL ON
- Engine - Intermittent High Idle/MIL ON
- Differential - Chatter On Turns
- Rear View Mirror - Detaches From Windshield
- A/T - AOD No Overdrive/Extended 3rd - 4th Shift
- A/T - AOD Delayed Shift Times
- Air Bag Driver's Side - Intermittent Fault Codes 6/32
- Blower Motor - Intermittently/Completely Inoperative
- Exterior Clearcoat - Cracking/Eroding/Peeling Off
- A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
- Steering Wheel - Clicking Noise Heard When Turning
- Steering Wheel - Clicking Noise When Turning
- Radio - Poor AM Reception/Fading/Engine Noise
- Seat Track - Sticking/Slow/Inoperative
- Power Seat - Operation Slow/Stalled/Inoperative
- Front Seat - Feels Loose
- Front Seats - Move In Tracks/Noisy
- A/T - AOD Gear Whine
- Front Seat - Cushion Sag
- Front Bench Seat - Cushion Sag or Discomfort
- Parking Brake - Won't Set After Shifting to Park/Neutral
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Engine - Spark Knock On Acceleration
- Radio - Poor AM Band Reception
- Chemicals,Additives
- Labor/Parts Updates
- Superceded Bulletins
- 9174 - 04/05/91
- 9156 - 03/06/91
- 9138 - 02/02/91
- 01232 - 11/13/91
- 91212 - 01/23/91
- 91118 - 05/30/91
- 91109 - 05/15/91
- 90266 - 12/19/90
- 90174 - 08/15/90
- 90158 - 07/19/90
- 90148 - 07/05/90
- 90128 - 06/07/90
- 90107 - 05/09/90
- 89311 - 02/08/89
- 89252 - 12/13/89
- 892511 - 12/13/89
- 89219 - 10/18/89
- 89204 - 10/04/89
- 89165 - 08/09/89
- 891012 - 05/17/89
- 88246 - 11/23/88
- 88245 - 11/23/88
- 881710 - 08/17/88
- 88143 - 07/07/88
- Wiper Motor - Revised Design Replacement
- Radio - Buzzing/Whining/Static/Ignition Noise
- Air Bag Modules Discolored - Painting Restrictions
- 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
- Steering Wheel - Clicking Noise When turning
- Power Steering Pump - Noise
- Power Steering Pump - Noisy
- Power Steering Pump - Noises
- Wire Splicing And Wire Harness- Terminal Repair Kit
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Wire Splice Procedure
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Splice Procedure
- Electrical - Wiring Harness Terminal Repair Kit
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kits
- Wire Harness Terminal and Connector - Repair Kit
- Wire Harness - New Terminal Repair Kit
- Charging - Generator Discharge/Damaged Connector
- Brakes - Special Lubricant Requirements
- Front Brake Rotor - Premature Wear or Vibration
- Brake Pedal/Steering Column - Vibration
- Torque Converter - Metal To Metal Sound
- A/T - AOD Gear Whine Noise
- Ignition Switch/Lock Cylinder - Related Conditions
- Ignition Switch/Lock Cylinder - Difficult Operation
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectations Vs. Vehicle Usage
- Fuel Economy - Expectations Versus Usage
- Speakers - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Fuel Pump - Buzz/Whine Through Radio Speakers
- Fuel Pump - Whine/Buzz Noise Heard In Speakers
- Radio - Whine/Buzz
- Driveline - Clunk On Quick Throttle Closure
- Exhaust System - Buzz/Rattle Noise
- Cooling System - Diagnosis Procedure
- Engine - Metal To Metal Sound
- 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
- Propylene Glycol Coolant - Recommendations
- Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tip
- A/T - 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
- A/C - Non Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Approved/Alternate 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
- Automatic Temperature Control - Manual Revision
- Automatic Temperature Control - Revised Tips
- Air Conditioning - Return of Obsolete Filter Kits
- Power Steering System - Noisy
- 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 - No Start/Hard Start In Freezing Temperatures
- Engine - Hard Cold Starts/Hesitation/Stalls On Start-Up
- Power Steering Pump - New Design Fitting At Pump Outlet
- Fuel Pump/Sender - Defective Parts Return
- Fuel Pump - Whining Noise
- Fuel Pump - Noise Heard Inside Vehicle
- Brakes - Roughness/Pedal Vibration
- Front Brake Pads - Accelerated Wear
- Brakes - Roughness During Application
- A/C - Moaning Noise At Idle When Hot
- Air Conditioning - Approved Flushing Procedures
- A/C - Intermittent Loss of Cooling
- Engine - Metal to Metal Noise
- Engine - Excessively High Oil Consumption
- Cooling System - New System Diagnostics
- Driveline - Clunk On Rapid Tip Out
- A/C Temperature Sensor - Manual Update
- Blower Motor - Speeds May Not Change
- Frame #4 Crossmember - Crack or Weld Separation
- Ball Joint - Replacement Procedure Tip
- Wheels - Loss Of Balance Weights
- Aluminum Wheel - Air Leaks
- Lug Nuts - Proper Torqueing Procedure
- Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
- Steering Wheel - Feels Loose or Wobbles
- A/T - AOD Noise/Delayed Shifts/No Engagements
- Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
- A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure
- A/T - AOD Harsh/Rough Shifts
- Fuel Injector - New Cleaning Method
- Body/Frame - Arc Welding Precautions
- Speed Control - Slow/Sluggish Response
- EGO Sensors - Silicone Contamination
- Electrical - Low Battery/Dim Lamps/Weak Horn
- Battery - Test Procedure
- Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
- Alternator - Discharge
- Starter Solenoids and Drives - Obsolete Parts Return
- Ignition Switch Lock/Steering Lock - Difficult Operation
- Campaign - Throttle Lever Grommet Replacement
- EEC IV EGR Pinpoint Test - Manual Correction
- Horn/Speed Control Switch Assembly - Revision
- Overview
- Manual Corrections
- 1986 Taurus/Sable
- 1987 Taurus/Sable
- 1988 Taurus Sable
- 1989 Taurus/Sable
- 1990 Taurus/Sable
- 1988 Mark VII
- 1989 Mark VII
- 1990 Mark VII
- 1988 Continental
- 1989 Continental
- 1990 Continental
- 1988 Town Car, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis (5.0L)
- 1989 Town Car, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis (5.0L)
- 1990 Town Car, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis (5.0L)
- 1989 Thunderbird/Cougar
- 1990 Thunderbird/Cougar
- EVTM Corrections
- Overview
- 1987 Taurus/Sable
- 1988 Taurus/Sable 3.0L/3.8L
- 1988 Taurus/Sable 2.5L
- 1989 Taurus/Sable 2.5L
- 1989 Taurus/Sable 3.0L
- 1989 Taurus/Sable 3.0L
- 1989 Taurus/Sable 3.8L
- 1988 Mark VII
- 1989 Mark VII
- 1988 Lincoln Continental
- 1989 Continental
- 1988 Lincoln Town Car
- 1989 Lincoln Town Car
- 1990 Lincoln Town Car
- 1988 Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis
- 1989 Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis 5.0L
- Audio Systems - Authorized Service Centers
- Radio - Poor AM Reception
- Radio - Buzz/Whine and Ignition Noise
- Heated Backlite - Inoperative
- Heated Windshield - Conversion to Regular Windshield
- Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
- Safety Belts - Front/Rear Twisted at `D' Ring
- Seat Shoulder/Lap Belt - Production Updates
- Air Bag Module - Deployment Doors Marred
- Recall - Air Bag Module Inspection/Replacement
- Air Bag Modules - Discolored/Marred Covers
- Driver Air Bag - Technical Assistance
- Air Bag Sensors - Stripped Screw Revision
- EEC IV - Revised Pinpoint Test Steps
- IDM and Spark Timing Diagnosis - Manual Revision
- Electronic Fuel Gauge - Erratic Readings
- Temperature Gauge - Reads Low/Erratic
- Analog Speedometer - Pointer Needle Sticks
- EEC IV Engine Running Code 74 - Manual Revision
- Wiper Motor - Upgraded Service Kits
- A/C, Heater Hose - Revised Routings
- Engine - Revised Oil Pan Gasket Replacement Procedure
- Steering Wheel - Removal Precautions
- Ignition Key Warning Switch - Replacement Procedure
- Body/Frame - Windnoise Diagnosis and Service
- Windnoise - Diagnosis and Service
- Air Bag Systems - Additional Warnings
- Air Bag Fuse - Service Manual Revision
- Air Bag System - Rescuer's Guide
- Air Bag Systems - Manual Update
- VECI Decal - Initial Index
- Emission Control System - Technician's Glossary
- EEC Connector - Color Code Changes
- Electronic Modules - Protection From Static Electricity
- Engine - High Idle/MIL ON
- Engine - Intermittent High Idle/MIL ON
- Vehicle - Welding Precautions
- Electrical/Electronic/Fuel Induction - Glossary
- Differential - Chatter On Turns
- Door Latches - Adjustment/Modification Prohibition
- Windshield - Material Usage Procedure
- Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film
- Glass - Iridescence or Mottling In Tempered Glass
- Rear View Mirror - Detaches From Windshield
- Bumpers - Isolator and Bracket Assembly Replacement
- Motor Oil - Viscosity Grade Recommendation
- Cooling System - Proper Fluid Concentrations
- Engine Coolant - Recycled Coolant Not Authorized
- Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tips
- A/T - AOD No Overdrive/Extended 3rd - 4th Shift
- A/T - AOD Delayed Shift Times
- A/T - AOD Diagnostic Information
- Campaign - Automatic Overdrive Shifting Problems
- Overview of Program 90B89
- Inspection and Repair Procedure Summary
- Attachment 1 - Parts Information
- Attachment 1 - Labor Information
- Exhibit 1 - Transmission Service Identification Tag
- Exhibit 2 - Transmission Condition
- Exhibit 3 - Transmission Repair Instructions
- Attachment 2 - Customer Letter - Ford and Mercury
- Attachment 3 - Customer Letter - Lincoln Town Car
- Dealer Letter - Ford and Mercury
- Dealer Letter - Lincoln Town Car
- Campaign - A/T AOD Loss Of Overdrive
- Overview
- Inspection and Repair Procedure - Attachment I
- Parts Ordering
- Transportation Assistance Guidelines
- Labor, Claim and Refund Information
- Transmission Identification, Exhibit 1
- Inspection to Determine Transmission Condition, Exhibit 2
- Transmission Repair Instructions, Exhibit 3
- Owner Letter, Ford, Mercury - Attachment II
- Owner Letter, Lincoln - Attachment III
- Campaign - B89 Revision
- Campaign - Program B89 Revision
- A/T - New Rotunda Fluid Changer Service Tip
- A/T - AOD 3-4 Accumulator Change
- A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
- A/T - AOD 4th Gear Complaints
- A/T - Direct Clutch Failure/Excessive Case Bore Wear
- A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
- A/T - EEC Trouble Codes
- A/T - Diagnostic Trouble Codes for 1983-1992
- A/T - AODE Cooler Return Line Filter Installation
- A/T - AOD Harsh 4-3 Kickdown/Valve Body Repair
- A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
- A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings
- A/T - Front Bushing Wear
- A/T - AOD Governor Pressure Leaks
- A/T - Math Formulas Part I
- A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs
- A/T - Math Part II
- A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
- Air Bag Driver's Side - Intermittent Fault Codes 6/32
- Instrument Panel Sound Insulator - Manual Update
- Blower Motor - Intermittently/Completely Inoperative
- Driveability TSB's - Summary
- Fuse 18 Label - Manual Revision
- Wire Harness Terminal and Connector - Service Kit
- Speed Control - Diagnostic Tips
- Speed Control - Manual Revision
- 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
- New Cylinder Head Bolt - Service Tips
- Steering Wheel - Clicking Noise Heard When Turning
- Steering Wheel - Clicking Noise When Turning
- A/T - AOD Separator Plate Gasket Changes
- Campaign - Running Light Module, Extended Coverage
- A/T - AOD 3-4 Shift Accumulator Deletion
- Radio - Poor AM Reception/Fading/Engine Noise
- Seat Track - Sticking/Slow/Inoperative
- Power Seat - Operation Slow/Stalled/Inoperative
- Front Seat - Feels Loose
- Front Seats - Move In Tracks/Noisy
- 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/T - AOD Gear Whine
- A/C Coupling - Cleaning Procedures
- Air Conditioning - O Ring Removal Service Tip
- A/C - New Refrigerant O-Rings
- Door Window Bracket Assembly - Part Return
- Front Seat - Cushion Sag
- Front Bench Seat - Cushion Sag or Discomfort
- Running Lights - Flicker On and Off
- Parking Brake - Won't Set After Shifting to Park/Neutral
- Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
- Ignition Timing Procedure - Manual Update
- Engine - Spark Knock On Acceleration
- Fuel - California Reformulated Gasoline
- Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Concerns
- Radio - Poor AM Band Reception
- A/C - Adding Refrigerant Oil Service Tip
- A/C Compressor - Service Tips
- Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips