Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins

• How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
• Recalls
  • Emissions
    • Recall - Exhaust System Catalyst Replacement
      • Overview of Recall 93E47
      • Attachment I - Administrative Information
      • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
      • Attachment III - Technical Information
      • Owner Letter
    • Recall - Catalytic Converter Replacement
      • Overview of Recall 94E54
      • Attachment I - Administrative Information
      • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
      • Attachment III - Technical Instructions
        • A-1
        • A-2
        • A-3
        • B-1
        • B-2
      • Owner Letter
  • Generals
    • Campaign - Battery Replacement
      • Overview
      • Attachment I - Administrative Information
      • Attachment II - Labor/Parts/Claims Information
      • Attachment III - Technical Information
      • Dealer Letter
      • Owner Letter
    • Campaign - Running Light Module, Extended Coverage
      • Overview
      • Attachment I - Admin. and Refund Information
      • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
      • Attachment III - Tech. Instruct./Daytime Lamp Module Locations
      • Dealer Letter
      • Owner Letter
  • Safety
    • Recall 94E036000: Monroe Shock Absorbers
    • Recall - Steel Road Wheel Replacement
      • Overview
      • Administrative Instructions
      • Labor Allowance
      • Parts Requirements
      • Technical Instructions
      • Owner Letter
      • Service Manager Letter
    • Recall - Wheel Replacement
      • Overview of Recall 90S14
      • Attachment I - Administrative Information
      • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
      • Attachment III - Technical Instructions
      • Owner Letter
    • Recall 90V159000: Wheel Replacement
    • Recall - Air Bag Module Inspection/Replacement
      • Overview
      • Attachment I, Administrative Information
      • Attachment II, Parts and Labor
      • Attachment III, Technical Instructions
      • Owner Letter
      • Supplement # 1, Expanded Vehicle List
      • Additional Warranty Claims Info.
    • Recall 90E043001: Airbag Inflator Defect
    • Recall 91V134000: Brake Rotor Corrosion
    • Recall 92V113000: Seat Belt Defects
    • Recall - Replacement of Autolamp Sensor Module
      • Overview
      • Attachment I
      • Attachment II
      • Owner Letter
    • Recall - Storage Compartment Cover Latch Replacement
      • Overview of Recall 92S47
      • Attachment I - Administrative Information
      • Attachment II - Labor and Part Information
      • Attachment III - Technical Instruction
      • Owner Letter
      • Notification Postcard
    • Recall 92V065000: Accidental Child Entrapment
    • Recall - Engine/Transmission Subframe Modification
      • Overview of Recall 92S61S1
      • Owner Letter
      • Parts Information
    • Recall 89V171000: Autolamp Sensor Replacement
    • Recall - Subframe Plate Corrosion
      • Overview
      • Dealer Letter
      • Attachment I - Administrative Information
      • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
      • Attachment III - Technical Information
      • Owner Letter
      • Important Recall/Service Program Information
      • Supplement # 1 - Important Safety Recall Information
    • Recall - Subframe Reinforcement Installation
      • Overview of Recall 92S61
      • Attachment I - Administrative Information
      • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
      • Attachment III - Technical Instructions
      • Owner Letter
    • Recall 93V106002: Subframe Mount Corrosion
    • Recall 98V323000: Rear Lower Subframe Mount Plate Nut
    • Recall - Seat Belt Buckle Replacement
      • Overview of Recall 92S53
      • Attachment I - Administrative Information
      • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
      • Attachment III - Technical Instruction
        • Overview
        • 1989/1990 Taurus/Sable
        • 1991 Explorer
      • Owner Letter October 1992
      • Owner Letter November 1992
• Customer Interest
  • Engine - Hesitation/Stumbles/Bucks/Jerks/Stalls
  • A/C - Musty Odor Coming From Vents
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure For Manual A/C Systems
    • Service Procedure For EATC Systems
    • Service Procedure For ATC-Equipped Vehicles
  • Power Steering System - Noisy
  • Fuel Pump - Buzzing/Humming After Engine Shut Down
  • Engine - Hard Cold Starts/Hesitation/Stalls On Start-Up
    • Overview
    • Procedures, Warranty and Labor
    • Idle Speed Adjustment
    • Procedure # 1
    • Procedure # 2 Idle Air By-Pass Valve Cleaning Only
    • Warranty Coverage
    • Labor Standards Operations
    • Operation Description
  • Engine - Intermittent Hesitation/No Start/Stalling
  • Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
  • Fuel Gauge - Intermittently Shows Increase In Fuel Level
  • Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure
  • Brakes - Roughness During Application
  • Disc Brakes - Vibration During Brake Application
  • A/C - FX15 Compressor Noisy
  • Blower Motor - Chirp/Squeak
  • Blower Motor - Chirping/Squeaking
  • Front Struts - Clicking Noise On Bumps
  • Variable Assist P/S - High Steering Effort
  • Engine - Intermittent Knocking Noise At Idle
  • Heater - Poor Performance In Extreme Cold
  • EATC - Blend Door Intermittently Goes to Full Heat
  • EATC Blend Door - Intermittenly Goes to Full Heat
  • Front Suspension - Rattling or Clunking Noise
  • Suspension - Shudder On Acceleration From Standstill
  • Rear Tire - Inner Edge Wear
  • Bumper - Loose or Unattached Ends
  • Power Windows - Groaning Noise
  • Steering Wheel - Feels Loose or Wobbles
  • A/T- ATX Intermittent/Delayed 1st - 2nd Gear Shift
  • A/T - ATX Intermittent No/Delayed 1-2 Upshift
  • A/T - AXOD No Shifts/Harsh Shifts/Extended Shifts
  • A/T - AXOD Harsh Coasting Downshifts
  • PCM - MIL ON/Code 41 Stored In Extreme Cold
  • Engine - Hesitation/Stumble After Cold Start
  • Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
  • Ignition Switch Lock/Steering Lock - Difficult Operation
  • EEC IV Test Plug - Heat Damage
  • Radio - Buzz/Whine and Ignition Noise
  • Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
  • Safety Belts - Front/Rear Twisted at `D' Ring
  • Front Wiper Motor - Erratic Operation
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure
  • Electronic Fuel Gauge - Erratic Readings
  • Temperature Gauge - Fluctuation/Inaccurate
  • Speedometer - Indicates High Speed When Cold
  • Engine - Oil Leaks From Rear Of Engine
  • A/C Compressor Shaft Seal - Leaks
  • Rear Stabilizer Bar - Grunting Noise
  • Steering - Clunk/Rattle/Premature Tire Wear
  • Power Door Lock - Inoperative
  • Door Speaker - Vibration On High Bass
  • Lower Rear Door Hinge/Check - Loose/Noisy
  • Rear Door - High Closing Effort
  • Rear View Mirror - Detaches From Windshield
  • Luggage Rack Crossbars - Wind Noise
  • Engine Oil Filter - Oil Leaks
  • Wheel Cover - Lettering Fades
  • A/T - Extended 3rd - 4th Shift/No 3rd - 4th Shift
  • Radio - Poor AM/FM Reception
  • Rear Tension Strut - Clunk or Rattle
  • Air Bag Driver's Side - Intermittent Fault Codes 6/32
  • Stoplamps - Remain On After Stopping
  • JBL Radio/CD Player - Illumination Inoperative
  • Engine - Loss of Power or Clutch Slippage
  • Exterior Clearcoat - Cracking/Eroding/Peeling Off
  • Fuel System - Fuel Odor Inside Passenger Compartment
  • A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
  • Exterior Door Handles - Become Loose
  • Steering Wheel - Clicking Noise Heard When Turning
  • Steering Wheel - Clicking Noise When Turning
  • A/T - AXOD Shudder During 1st To 2nd Gear Upshift
  • Speakers - Ignition Noise/Alternator Whine
  • Fuel Filler Door - Inoperative
  • Seat Track - Sticking/Slow/Inoperative
  • Power Seat - Operation Slow/Stalled/Inoperative
  • Front Seat - Feels Loose
  • Fuel Pump - Gurgles After Hot Restart
  • A/T - AXODE/AXOD Revised Turbine Shaft Seal Ring
  • Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
  • Radio - Poor AM Band Reception
• Chemicals,Additives
  • Rear View Mirror - Detaches From Windshield
• Labor/Parts Updates
  • Rear Tire - Inner Edge Wear
  • Lower Rear Door Hinge/Check - Loose/Noisy
  • A/T -AXOD/AXODE/AX4S Gear Engagement Concern
• Recommended Repairs
  • Lower Rear Door Hinge/Check - Loose/Noisy
• Safety
  • Recall - Wheel Replacement
    • Overview of Recall 90S14
    • Attachment I - Administrative Information
    • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
    • Attachment III - Technical Instructions
    • Owner Letter
  • Recall - Subframe Reinforcement Installation
    • Overview of Recall 92S61
    • Attachment I - Administrative Information
    • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
    • Attachment III - Technical Instructions
    • Owner Letter
• Seals, Gaskets
  • A/C Compressor Shaft Seal - Leaks
• Superceded Bulletins
  • 9566 - 05/08/95
  • 92M80 - 07/01/92
  • 9174 - 04/05/91
  • 01232 - 11/13/91
  • 9116 - 01/11/91
  • 91118 - 05/30/91
  • 91109 - 05/15/91
  • 90711 - 03/28/90
  • 90259 - 12/07/90
  • 90148 - 07/05/90
  • 90137 - 06/20/90
  • 90128 - 06/07/90
  • 89311 - 02/08/89
  • 89252 - 12/13/89
  • 89242 - 12/01/89
  • 89165 - 08/09/89
  • 891012 - 05/17/89
  • 88246 - 11/23/88
  • 88245 - 11/23/88
  • 881710 - 08/17/88
  • 87155 - 07/29/87
  • Wiper Motor - Component Transfer Tips
  • Wiper Motor - Revised Design Replacement
  • Digital Odometers - Service Replacements
  • Radio - Buzzing/Whining/Static/Ignition Noise
  • Air Bag Modules Discolored - Painting Restrictions
  • 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
  • Evaporator Core - Replacement Procedure Update
  • Evaporator Core - Replacement Procedure
  • Evaporator Core Replacement - Updated Procedure
  • A/C - O Ring Removal From Spring Lock Coupling
  • Blower Motor - Chirping/Squeaking At Low Speeds
  • Blower Motor - Chirping or Squeaking Noise
  • Blower Motor - Chirping/Squeaking Noise
  • Blower Motor - Chirp or Squeak
  • Blower Motor - Chirp/Squeak at Low Speeds
  • Blower Motor - Chirp or Squeak at Low Speeds
  • Suspension - Shudder On Acceleration
  • 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 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 - 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
  • Brake Rotor - Machining With On-Vehicle Equipment
  • Brakes - Vibration Upon Brake Application
  • Antilock Brakes - Cycling on Rough Roads
  • Antilock Brakes - ABS Cycling On Rough Roads
  • A/T - New Transmission Cooler Flusher/Service Tip
  • A/T - AX4S New Lube Tubes
  • A/T - AXOD/AXODE Revised Turbine Shaft Seal Ring
  • A/T - AXOD End Play Specification
  • A/T - Intermittent or Delayed 1st - 2nd Gear Upshift
  • A/T - AXOD/AXODE Inappropriate Gear Engagement
  • A/T - AXODE No Forward and No Reverse
  • A/T - AXOD, Forward/Reverse Engagement Concerns
  • A/T - AX0D and AXODE Revised One Way Clutch
  • A/T - AXOD Forward/Reverse Engagement Problems
  • A/T - AXOD Forward/Reverse Engagement Concerns
  • Ignition Switch/Lock Cylinder - Related Conditions
  • Ignition Switch/Lock Cylinder - Difficult Operation
  • Fuel Economy - Customer Expectations Vs. Vehicle Usage
  • Fuel Economy - Expectations Versus Usage
  • Fuel System - Fuel Odor In Interior
  • Speaker - Whining/Buzzing Noise
  • Speakers - Whining/Buzzing Noise
  • Engine - Hesitation/No Start/Reduced Power/Stalling
  • Fuel Pump - Buzz/Whine Through Radio Speakers
  • Fuel Pump - Whine/Buzz Noise Heard In Speakers
  • Radio - Whine/Buzz
  • Radio - Buzzing/Whining Noise
  • Fuel Pump - Gurgling Noise After Hot Restart
  • Stumble/Rough Idle Install Deposit Resistant Injectors
  • Engine - Rough Idle/Stumble
  • Deposit Resistant Fuel Injectors - ID and Application
  • 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
  • Temperature Gauge - Fluctuates/Inaccurate
  • Engine Oil Pan - Oil Leaks After Repair
  • Engine - Oil Leak From Oil Pan Gasket
  • Engine - Squeak/Chirp/Knock Noises
  • Engine - Squeak/Chirp/Knock Noise At Idle
  • 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
  • Alignment - Premature Wear On Rear Tire Inner Edge
  • Rear Tires - Excessive Inner Edge Wear
  • Rear Tires - Inner Edge Wear
  • 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
  • Engine - Hesitation/Rough Idle/Stall
  • Engine - Stumble or Rough Idle Condition
  • Fuel System - Fuel Vapors In Passenger Compartment
  • Fuel System - Fuel Vapors In Passenger Area
• All Technical Service Bulletins
  • Ford RTV Sealer - Shelf Life
  • Engine - Hesitation/Stumbles/Bucks/Jerks/Stalls
  • A/C - Musty Odor Coming From Vents
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure For Manual A/C Systems
    • Service Procedure For EATC Systems
    • Service Procedure For ATC-Equipped Vehicles
  • 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
  • Electronic Automatic Temperature Control - Revision
  • ATC Assembly - Bulb Service Revision
    • Overview
    • 1990 Lincoln Continental
    • 1990 Taurus/Sable
  • A/C - Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure
  • 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 - Hard Cold Starts/Hesitation/Stalls On Start-Up
    • Overview
    • Procedures, Warranty and Labor
    • Idle Speed Adjustment
    • Procedure # 1
    • Procedure # 2 Idle Air By-Pass Valve Cleaning Only
    • Warranty Coverage
    • Labor Standards Operations
    • Operation Description
  • Power Steering Pump - New Design Fitting At Pump Outlet
  • Fuel Pump/Sender - Defective Parts Return
    • Remanufacturer Letter # 1
    • Remanufacturer Letter # 2
    • Dealer Letter # 1
    • Dealer Letter # 3
  • Engine - Intermittent Hesitation/No Start/Stalling
  • Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
  • Fuel Gauge - Intermittently Shows Increase In Fuel Level
  • Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure
  • Brakes - Roughness During Application
  • Disc Brakes - Vibration During Brake Application
  • Brakes - Intermittent Brake Squeal
  • A/C Compressor Service Procedures - Revision
  • A/C - FX15 Compressor Noisy
  • A/C Compressor - Oil Recovery/Measuring Procedures
  • A/C Compressor - Removal/Installation Revision
  • A/C Compressor - Oil Recovery and Measuring Procedure
  • A/C Clutch - Slips At High Ambient Temperature
  • A/C System - Wiring Schematic Revision
    • Overview
    • F-Series
    • Econoline
    • Medium/Heavy Truck
    • Continental
    • Mark VII
    • Taurus/Sable
    • Escort
  • Blower Motor - Chirp/Squeak
  • Blower Motor - Chirping/Squeaking
  • A/C - Evaporator Core Replacement
  • Evaporator Core - Replacement
    • Overview
    • Tempo/Topaz
    • Tauras/Sable
    • Continental
    • Thunderbird/Cougar
    • Mustang
  • Air Conditioning - Approved Flushing Procedures
  • Front Struts - Clicking Noise On Bumps
  • Recall 94E036000: Monroe Shock Absorbers
  • New Design Tie Rods - Revised Torque Requirements
  • Variable Assist P/S - High Steering Effort
  • Engine - Intermittent Knocking Noise At Idle
  • Heater - Poor Performance In Extreme Cold
  • Cooling System - New System Diagnostics
  • Rear Main Seal Tool Number - Manual Revision
  • Engine - Rear Seal Tool/Sealer Manual Revision
  • EATC - Blend Door Intermittently Goes to Full Heat
  • EATC Blend Door - Intermittenly Goes to Full Heat
  • Front Suspension - Rattling or Clunking Noise
  • Wheels - Loss Of Balance Weights
  • Brakes - Roughness/Runout Check
  • Lug Nuts - Proper Torqueing Procedure
  • Polycast Wheels - Trim Ring Requirements
  • Recall - Steel Road Wheel Replacement
    • Overview
    • Administrative Instructions
    • Labor Allowance
    • Parts Requirements
    • Technical Instructions
    • Owner Letter
    • Service Manager Letter
  • Recall - Wheel Replacement
    • Overview of Recall 90S14
    • Attachment I - Administrative Information
    • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
    • Attachment III - Technical Instructions
    • Owner Letter
  • Recall 90V159000: Wheel Replacement
  • Vehicle Vibration Diagnosis - Manual Addition
    • Overview
    • 1988 Continental
    • 1989 Continental
    • 1990 Continental
    • 1988/1989 Taurus/Sable
    • 1990 Taurus/Sable
  • Suspension - Shudder On Acceleration From Standstill
  • Rear Tire - Inner Edge Wear
  • Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
  • Bumper - Loose or Unattached Ends
  • Power Window Regulator - Counterbalance Spring
  • Power Windows - Groaning Noise
  • Steering Wheel - Feels Loose or Wobbles
  • Clutch Release Bearing - Service Kit Availability
  • A/T - AXODE/AXOD New Design Filter Service Tip
  • A/T- ATX Intermittent/Delayed 1st - 2nd Gear Shift
  • A/T - ATX Intermittent No/Delayed 1-2 Upshift
  • A/T - AXOD No Shifts/Harsh Shifts/Extended Shifts
  • Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
    • Overview
    • Diagnostic Procedure
    • Service Procedure
      • Replacement
      • Torque Converter & Transmission Cooling System Cleaning
  • A/T - Flushing Oil Cooler And Lines
  • A/T - ATX/AXOD Cooler Line Fitting Replacement
  • A/T - Revised Torque Converter Identification Codes
  • A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure
  • A/T - AXOD Harsh Coasting Downshifts
  • Fuel Injector - New Cleaning Method
  • Engine - Rough Idle or Stumble
  • Fuel Injector Cleaner - Parts and Service Tips
  • Deposit Resistant Fuel Injectors - Identification
  • PCM - MIL ON/Code 41 Stored In Extreme Cold
  • Body/Frame - Arc Welding Precautions
  • Engine - Hesitation/Stumble After Cold Start
  • EGO Sensors - Silicone Contamination
  • Speed Sensor Resistance Reading - Manual Revision
  • Battery - Test Procedure
  • Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
  • Campaign - Battery Replacement
    • Overview
    • Attachment I - Administrative Information
    • Attachment II - Labor/Parts/Claims Information
    • Attachment III - Technical Information
    • Dealer Letter
    • Owner Letter
  • Starter Solenoids and Drives - Obsolete Parts Return
  • Ignition Switch Lock/Steering Lock - Difficult Operation
  • EEC IV Test Plug - Heat Damage
  • Fuel Pressure Regulator - Obsolete Part Return
  • EEC IV EGR Pinpoint Test - Manual Correction
  • Recall - Exhaust System Catalyst Replacement
    • Overview of Recall 93E47
    • Attachment I - Administrative Information
    • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
    • Attachment III - Technical Information
    • Owner Letter
  • Recall - Catalytic Converter Replacement
    • Overview of Recall 94E54
    • Attachment I - Administrative Information
    • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
    • Attachment III - Technical Instructions
      • A-1
      • A-2
      • A-3
      • B-1
      • B-2
    • Owner Letter
  • Power Window Switch - Manual Revision
  • 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
    • Overview
    • Audio Systems Sales and Cellular Phone Centers
      • Alabama Thru California
      • California CONT. Thru Illinois
      • Illinois CONT. Thru Maryland
      • Massachusetts Thru Nevada
      • New Jersey Thru Ohio
      • Ohio (CONT.) Thru Tennessee
      • Tennessee (CONT.) Thru Washington
      • Wash (CONT.), West Virginia, Wisconsin & Puerto Rico
    • Ford Radio Field Sales Managers
    • Ford Radio Service Managers
  • Radio - Buzz/Whine and Ignition Noise
  • 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
    • Overview
    • Attachment I, Administrative Information
    • Attachment II, Parts and Labor
    • Attachment III, Technical Instructions
    • Owner Letter
    • Supplement # 1, Expanded Vehicle List
    • Additional Warranty Claims Info.
  • Air Bag Modules - Discolored/Marred Covers
  • Recall 90E043001: Airbag Inflator Defect
  • Air Bag Sensors - Stripped Screw Revision
  • Front Wiper Motor - Erratic Operation
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure
  • Brake Rotor - Machining Equipment/Warranty Information
  • Brakes - Vibration/Rotor Wobble Service Tips
  • Front Disc Brake Rotor - New Design
  • Recall 91V134000: Brake Rotor Corrosion
  • EEC IV - Revised Pinpoint Test Steps
  • IDM and Spark Timing Diagnosis - Manual Revision
  • Starter Motor Brushes - Replacement Revision
    • Overview
    • 1989 Passenger Car
      • Continental
      • Mark VII
      • Mustang
      • Taurus/Sable
      • Thunderbird/Cougar
      • Town Car/Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis
      • Tempo/Topaz Escort
    • 1990 Vehicles
      • Mustang
      • Taurus/Sable
      • Thunderbird/Cougar
    • 1991 Vehicles
      • Mustang
      • Taurus/Sable
    • 1990 Light Truck
    • 1991 Light Truck
    • 1991 Compact Truck Ranger/Bronco II, Aerostar
  • Electronic Fuel Gauge - Erratic Readings
  • Temperature Gauge - Fluctuation/Inaccurate
  • Temperature Gauge - Reads Low/Erratic
  • Speedometer - Indicates High Speed When Cold
  • Wiper Motor - Upgraded Service Kits
  • Wipers/Washers - Wiper Motor Transfer Tips
  • Engine - Oil Leaks From Rear Of Engine
  • A/C Discharge Hose - Obsolete Part return
  • A/C - Manifold and Tube Assembly Replacement
  • A/C Compressor Shaft Seal - Leaks
  • Engine - Oil Pan Gasket Replacement Revision
  • Antilock Brake System - Test Step A5 Update
    • Overview
    • 1990-1991 Continental Brakes - 4 Wheel Anti-Lock
    • 1990-1991 Lincoln Town Car Brakes - 4 Wheel Anti-Lock
    • 1990-1991 Taurus/Sable Brakes - 4 Wheel/Anti-Lock
  • Antilock Brake Testing - Manual Revisions
    • Overview
    • 1990 Continental Brakes - 4 Wheel Anti-Lock
    • 1991 Continental Brakes - 4-Wheel Anti-Lock
    • 1990 Lincoln Town Car Brakes - 4 Wheel Anti-Lock
    • 1991 Lincoln Town Car Brakes 4-Wheel Anti-Lock/Traction Assist
    • 1990 Taurus/Sable Brakes - 4-Wheel Anti-Lock
    • 1991 Taurus/Sable Brakes - 4-Wheel Anti-Lock
  • Antilock Brakes - Cycling On Rough Roads
  • Rear Stabilizer Bar - Grunting Noise
  • Steering - Clunk/Rattle/Premature Tire Wear
  • Tie Rod End - Service Tips
  • Steering Wheel - Removal Precautions
  • Steering Wheel - Optional Part Used
  • Ignition Key Warning Switch - Replacement Procedure
  • Air Bag Systems - Additional Warnings
  • Air Bag System - Rescuer's Guide
    • Overview
    • General Information
    • How System Works
    • Vehicle Crash Fire Procedures
    • Vehicle Recovery - Towing
    • Rescue With Undeployed Air Bag
    • Rescue With Deployed Air Bag
    • Rescue Myths
    • Summary
  • Air Bag Systems - Manual Update
  • Emission Control System - Technician's Glossary
    • 91FORD13 A
    • B
    • C
    • D
    • E
    • F
    • H
    • I
    • K
    • L
    • M
    • N
    • O
    • P
    • Q
    • R
    • S
    • T
    • U
    • V
    • W
    • Z
  • EEC Connector - Color Code Changes
  • Fuel Delivery System Diagnosis Test - Revised
  • Electronic Modules - Protection From Static Electricity
  • Vehicle - Welding Precautions
  • Electrical/Electronic/Fuel Induction - Glossary
    • Overview
    • A
    • B
    • C
    • D
    • E
    • F
    • G
    • H
    • I
    • J
    • K
    • L
    • M
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    • O
    • P
    • Q
    • R
    • S
    • T
    • U
    • V
    • W
    • X
    • Z
  • Remote Liftgate Release - Reference Deletion
  • Power Door Lock - Inoperative
  • Door Speaker - Vibration On High Bass
  • Lower Rear Door Hinge/Check - Loose/Noisy
  • Door Latches - Adjustment/Modification Prohibition
  • Rear Door - High Closing Effort
  • Recall 92V113000: Seat Belt Defects
  • Windshield - Material Usage Procedure
  • Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film
  • Glass - Iridescence or Mottling In Tempered Glass
  • Rear View Mirror - Detaches From Windshield
  • Rear View Mirror - Reattachment
  • Luggage Rack Crossbars - Wind Noise
  • 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
  • Engine Oil Filter - Oil Leaks
  • Power Steering Hoses - Obsolete Part Return
  • Wheel Cover - Lettering Fades
  • A/T - Extended 3rd - 4th Shift/No 3rd - 4th Shift
  • A/T - AXODE No Forward and No Reverse Gears
  • A/T - AXOD/AXODE Revised Direct One Way Clutch
  • A/T -AXOD/AXODE/AX4S Gear Engagement Concern
  • A/T - AXOD Exploded View and Part Numbers
    • Overview
    • Main Control Valve and Bore I.D.
    • AXOD Exploded View
    • Part No. and Description For Items 1 Thru 70
    • Part No. and Description For Items 71 Thru 108
    • Part No. and Description For Items 109 Thru 179
    • Part No. and Description For Items 180 Thru 213
    • Part No. and Description For Items 214 Thru 258
  • A/T - New Rear Lube Tube Seal Tool
  • A/T - AXOD Cleaning Tips
  • A/T - AX4S/AXOD New Lube Tubes
  • 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 - AXOD Pump Bearing Replacement
  • A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
  • A/T - AXOD Soft Shifts, Delayed Engagements
  • A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
  • A/T - EEC Trouble Codes
  • A/T - Diagnostic Trouble Codes for 1983-1992
  • A/T - AXOD Valve Body Interchange
  • A/T - AXOD/E 44T4's and 125's Chain Stretch
  • A/T - ATX Planetary Gear Interchange
  • A/T - AXOD/E No Forward or Slips in Forward Gears
  • A/T - Forward Sprag Upgrade
  • A/T - AXOD/E Binds On The 1-2 Shift
  • A/T - Delayed Forward Engagement/Servo Apply Lip Seals
  • A/T - ATX Bind-Up In Reverse
  • A/T - Delayed or No Forward/Reverse, Shifts Out of Gear
  • A/T - AXOD/E Accumulator Springs Identification
  • A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
  • A/T - AXOD Late Upshifts/High Throttle Valve Pressure
  • A/T - Case Breakage at Rear Planet Support Snap-Ring
  • 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 - AXOD Updated Rear Support Assembly
  • A/T - Math Formulas Part I
    • Overview
    • Shift Speed and Pressure
    • Speedometer Ratios
  • A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs
  • A/T - ATX New Design Lip Seals
  • A/T - Math Part II
  • A/T - AXOD Accumulator Spring Identification
  • A/T - AXOD Preventing Planetary Gear Burn-Up
  • A/T - AXOD Pressure Tap and Cooler Fitting Locations
  • A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
  • M/T - Difficulty Shifting Into Reverse Gear
  • Radio - Poor AM/FM Reception
  • Recall - Replacement of Autolamp Sensor Module
    • Overview
    • Attachment I
    • Attachment II
    • Owner Letter
  • Engine Mount - Obsolete Parts Return
  • A/T - AX4S/AX4N New Transaxle Fluid
  • A/T - Mercon V ATF Usage
  • Rear Tension Strut - Clunk or Rattle
  • A/C - FX 15 Compressor Clutch Shaft and Hub Assembly
  • Octane Adjust Shorting Bar - Revised Procedures
    • Overview
    • 1989 Note, Remember and Pinpoint Test Schematic
    • 1990 Application, Component Location and Wire Color
    • 1991 Diagnosis By Symptom Chart
    • 1991 Pinpoint Test Note
    • 1991 Test Step KP1 Thru KP11
  • Air Bag Driver's Side - Intermittent Fault Codes 6/32
  • Speed Control Vacuum Dump Valve - Variations
  • Stoplamps - Remain On After Stopping
  • Speedometer - Service Replacements With Pre-Set Mileage
  • Instrument Panel - Removal/Installation Revision
    • Overview
    • 1990 Instrument Panel
    • 1990 Cluster Finish Panel
    • 1991 Service Precautions & Instrument Panel
  • Driveability TSB's - Summary
    • Overview
    • 1.3L
    • 1.6L
    • 1.6L EFI Turbo
    • 1.9L CFI
    • 1.9L EFI
    • 2.0L
    • 2.2L
    • 2.3L
    • 2.3L EFI Turbo
    • 2.3L HSC
    • 2.5L CFI
    • 2.5L HSC
    • 2.8L EFI
    • 2.9L EFI
    • 3.0L
    • 3.8L
    • 4.9L
    • 5.0L
    • 5.8L
    • 6.9L Diesel
    • 7.3L Diesel
    • 7.5L
  • Engine - New Gasket Sealer
  • JBL Radio/CD Player - Illumination Inoperative
  • Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit
  • Wire Harness Terminal and Connector - Service Kit
  • Fuel Economy - Customer Expectation vs. Vehicle Usage
  • Speed Control - Diagnostic Tips
    • Overview
    • Verify Customer Concern
    • Systems
    • Visual Inspection
      • Overview
      • General
      • Amplifier
      • Servo
      • Actuator Cable
      • Dump Valve
    • Voltage/Resistance Tests
    • Abnormal Operation During "Accel" or "Coast"
    • Speed Control Performance - AOD, AXOD and MTX5
    • Stand Alone Speed Control Voltage/Resistance Test Connections
    • Specific Carline Symptoms and Corrective Actions
  • Speed Control - Manual Revision
  • Engine - Loss of Power or Clutch Slippage
  • Keyless Entry System - Connector Color Codes Revised
    • Overview
    • 1990 Taurus/Sable
      • Page 44-18-2
      • Page 44-18-6 Connectors
      • Page 44-18-8 Schematic Diagram
      • Page 44-18-15 Pinpoint Test A1 Thru A4
      • Page 44-18-16 Pinpoint Test A5 Thru A9
      • Page 44-18-18 Pinpoint Test B1 Thru B3
      • Page 44-18-20 Pinpoint Test C1 Thru C4
      • Page 44-18-22 Pinpoint Test D1, D2
      • Page 44-18-23 Pinpoint Test D3 Thru D7
      • Page 44-18-24 Pinpoint Test D8 Thru D12
      • Page 44-18-25 Pinpoint Test E1 Thru E2B
      • Page 44-18-26 Pinpoint Test E2C Thru E2G
      • Page 44-18-27 Pinpoint Test E3 Thru E3D
      • Page 44-18-28 Pinpoint Test E4 Thru E5C
      • Page 44-18-29 Pinpoint Test E6 Thru E8
      • Page 44-18-30 Pinpoint Test F1 Thru F4
      • Page 44-18-31 Pinpoint Test F5 Thru F6
    • 1991 Taurus/Sable
      • Page 44-18-1 Index
      • Page 44-18-6 Connectors
      • Page 44-18-7 Wiring Diagram
      • Page 44-18-8 Schematic Diagram
      • Page 44-18-14 Connectors
      • Page 44-18-15 Pinpoint Test A1 Thru A6
      • Page 44-18-16 Pinpoint Test A7 Thru A13
      • Page 44-18-17 Pinpoint Test A14, A15
      • Page 44-18-18 Pinpoint Test B1 Thru B8
      • Page 44-18-19 Pinpoint B9 and C1, C2
      • Page 44-18-20 Pinpoint Test C3 Thru C7
      • Page 44-18-21 Pinpoint Test D1, D2
      • Page 44-18-22 Pinpoint Test D3 Thru D7
      • Page 44-18-23 Pinpoint Test D8 Thru D12
      • Page 44-18-24 Pinpoint Test E1 Thru E2B
      • Page 44-18-25 Pinpoint Test E2C Thru E2G
      • Page 44-18-26 Pinpoint Test E3 Thru E3D
      • Page 44-18-27 Pinpoint Test E4 Thru E5C
      • Page 44-18-28 Pinpoint Test E6 Thru E8
      • Page 44-18-29 Pinpoint Test F1 Thru F6
    • 1990 Lincoln Town Car
      • Page 44-18-1 Index
      • Page 44-18-2 Module
      • Page 44-18-6 Connectors
      • Page 44-18-7 Wiring Diagram
      • Page 44-18-8 Schematic Diagram
      • Page 44-18-15 Pinpoint Test A1 Thru A4
      • Page 44-18-16 Pinpoint Test A5 Thru A10
      • Page 44-18-18 Pinpoint Test B1 Thru B3
      • Page 44-18-22 Pinpoint D1 Thru D3
      • Page 44-18-23 Pinpoint Test D4 Thru D8
      • Page 44-18-24 Pinpoint Test D9 Thru D12
      • Page 44-18-25 Pinpoint Test E1 Thru E2B
      • Page 44-18-26 Pinpoint Test E2C Thru E2G
      • Page 44-18-27 Pinpoint Test E3 Thru E3D
      • Page 44-18-28 Pinpoint Test E4 Thru E5B
      • Page 44-18-29 Pinpoint Test E5C Thru E8
      • Page 44-18-30 Pinpoint Test F1 Thru F4
      • Page 44-18-31 Pinpoint Tests F5 and F6
    • 1991 Lincoln Town Car
      • Page 44-18-1 Index
      • Page 44-18-6 Connectors
      • Page 44-18-7 Wiring Diagram
      • Page 44-18-8 Schematic Diagram
      • Page 44-18-14 Pinpoint Test A1
      • Page 44-18-15 Pinpoint Test A2 Thru A7
      • Page 44-18-16 Pinpoint Tests A8 Thru A14
      • Page 44-18-17 Pinpoint Test A15 and B1, B2
      • Page 44-18-18 Pinpoint Test B3 Thru B9
      • Page 44-18-19 Pinpoint Test C1 Thru C4
      • Page 44-18-20 Pinpoint Test C5 Thru C7
      • Page 44-18-21 Pinpoint Test D1 Thru D6
      • Page 44-18-22 Pinpoint Test D7 Thru D12
      • Page 4-18-23 Pinpoint Test E1 Thru E2B
      • Page 44-18-24 Pinpoint Test E2C Thru E2G
      • Page 44-18-25 Pinpoint Tests E3 Thru E3D
      • Page 44-18-26 Pinpoint Test E4 Thru E5B
      • Page 44-18-27 Pinpoint Test E5C Thru E8
      • Page 44-18-28 Pinpoint Test F1 Thru F4
      • Page 44-18-29 Pinpoint Test F5 Thru F6
    • 1990 Thunderbird/Cougar
      • Page 44-18-2 Module
      • Page 44-18-6 Connectors
      • Page 44-18-7 Wiring Diagram
      • Page 44-18-8 Schematic Diagram
      • Page 44-18-15 Pinpoint Test A1 Thru A4
      • Page 44-18-16 Pinpoint Test A5 Thru A9
      • Page 44-18-18 Pinpoint Test B1 Thru B3
      • Page 44-18-20 Pinpoint Test C1 Thru C4
      • Page 44-18-22 Pinpoint Test D1, D2
      • Page 44-18-23 Pinpoint Test D3 Thru D7
      • Page 44-18-24 Pinpoint Test D8 Thru D12
      • Page 44-18-25 Pinpoint Test E1 Thru E2B
      • Page 44-18-26 Pinpoint Test E2C Thru E2G
      • Page 44-18-27 Pinpoint Test E3 Thru E3D
      • Page 44-18-28 Pinpoint Test E4 Thru E5C
      • Page 44-18-29 Pinpoint Test E6 Thru E8
      • Page 44-18-30 Pinpoint Test F1 Thru F4
      • Page 44-18-31 Pinpoint Test F5, F6
    • 1991 Thunderbird/Cougar
      • Page 44-18-1 Index
      • Page 44-18-6 Connectors
      • Page 44-18-7 Wiring Diagram
      • Page 44-18-8 Schematic Diagram
      • Page 44-18-14 Connectors
      • Page 44-18-15 Pinpoint Test A1 Thru A6
      • Page 44-18-16 Pinpoint Test A7 Thru A13
      • Page 44-18-17 Pinpoint Test A14, A15
      • Page 44-18-18 Pinpoint Test B1 Thru B9
      • Page 44-18-19 Pinpoint Test C1 Thru C4
      • Page 44-18-20 Pinpoint Test C5 Thru C7
      • Page 44-18-21 Pinpoint Test D1, D2
      • Page 44-18-22 Pinpoint Test D3 Thru D7
      • Page 44-518-23 Pinpoint Test D8 Thru D12
      • Page 44-18-24 Pinpoint E1 Thru E2B
      • Page 44-18-25 Pinpoint Test E2C Thru E2G
      • Page 44-18-26 Pinpoint Test E3 Thru E3D
      • Page 44-18-27 Pinpoint Test E4 Thru E5C
      • Page 44-18-28 Pinpoint Test E6 Thru E8
      • Page 44-18-29 Pinpoint Test F1 Thru F6
    • 1990 Mark VII
      • Page 44-18-2 Keyless Entry Module
      • Page 44-18-6 Connectors
      • Page 44-18-7 Wiring Diagram
      • Page 44-18-8 Schematic Diagram
      • Page 44-18-15 Pinpoint Test A1 Thru A4
      • Page 44-18-16 Pinpoint Test A5 Thru A9
      • Page 44-18-17 Pinpoint Test A10 Thru A15
      • Page 44-18-18 Pinpoint Test B1 Thru B3
      • Page 44-18-19 Pinpoint Test B4 Thru B9
      • Page 44-18-20 Pinpoint Test C1 Thru C4
      • Page 44-18-21 Pinpoint Test C5 Thru C7
      • Page 44-18-22 Pinpoint Test D1 and D2
      • Page 44-18-23 Pinpoint Test D3 Thru D7
      • Page 44-18-24 Pinpoint Test D8 Thru D12
      • Page 44-18-25 Pinpoint Test E1 Thru E2B
      • Page 44-18-26 Pinpoint Test E2C Thru E2G
      • Page 44-18-27 Pinpoint Test E3 Thru E3D
      • Page 44-18-28 Pinpoint Test E4 Thru E5C
      • Page 44-18-29 Pinpoint Test E6 Thru E8
      • Page 44-18-30 Pinpoint Test F1 Thru F4
      • Page 44-18-31 Pinpoint Test F5 and F6
    • 1991 Mark VII
      • Page 44-18-1 Index
      • Page 44-18-6 Connectors
      • Page 44-18-7 Wiring Diagram
      • Page 44-18-8 Schematic Diagram
      • Page 44-18-14 Connectors
      • Page 44-18-15 Pinpoint Test A1 Thru A6
      • Page 44-18-16 Pinpoint Test A7 Thru A13
      • Page 44-18-17 Pinpoint Test A14, A15
      • Page 44-18-18 Pinpoint Test B1 Thru B9
      • Page 44-18-19 Pinpoint Test C1 Thru C4
      • Page 44-18-20 Pinpoint Test C5 Thru C7
      • Page 44-18-21 Pinpoint Test D1, D2
      • Page 44-18-22 Pinpoint Test D3 Thru D7
      • Page 44-18-23 Pinpoint Test D8 Thru D12
      • Page 44-18-24 Pinpoint Test E1 Thru E2B
      • Page 44-18-25 Pinpoint Test E2C Thru E2G
      • Page 44-18-26 Pinpoint Test E3 Thru E3D
      • Page 44-18-27 Pinpoint Test E4 Thru E5C
      • Page 44-18-28 Pinpoint Test E6 Thru E8
      • Page 44-18-29 Pinpoint Test F1 Thru F6
  • Lower Body Stone Protection - Repair Procedure
    • Overview
    • Large Repair Areas
    • Coating Preparation and Applications:
    • Coating Preparation - Masking Car
    • Coating Preparation - Sheet Metal
    • Coating Application
    • Spray Procedure
    • Color Coat
    • Suggested Equipment
  • 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
  • Fuel System - Fuel Odor Inside Passenger Compartment
  • Recall - Storage Compartment Cover Latch Replacement
    • Overview of Recall 92S47
    • Attachment I - Administrative Information
    • Attachment II - Labor and Part Information
    • Attachment III - Technical Instruction
    • Owner Letter
    • Notification Postcard
  • Recall 92V065000: Accidental Child Entrapment
  • Recall - Engine/Transmission Subframe Modification
    • Overview of Recall 92S61S1
    • Owner Letter
    • Parts Information
  • A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
  • Electrical Diode - Identification and Replacement
  • Exterior Door Handles - Become Loose
  • Steering Wheel - Clicking Noise Heard When Turning
  • Steering Wheel - Clicking Noise When Turning
  • A/T Main Control - Application Chart
  • A/T - AXOD Shudder During 1st To 2nd Gear Upshift
  • A/T - AXOD Main Control Assembly Service Tip
  • Daytime Running Lamps - Manual Correction
  • Campaign - Running Light Module, Extended Coverage
    • Overview
    • Attachment I - Admin. and Refund Information
    • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
    • Attachment III - Tech. Instruct./Daytime Lamp Module Locations
    • Dealer Letter
    • Owner Letter
  • Speakers - Ignition Noise/Alternator Whine
  • Integrated Relay Control Module Diagnosis - Revision
    • Overview
    • Integrated Controller Schematic
    • Integrated Controller Pin Usage 3.0L EFI
    • Integrated Controller Schematic 3.8L AXOD SEFI
    • Integrated Controller Pin Usage 3.8L AXOD SEFI
    • Pinpoint X Test
    • Pinpoint X - Schematic 2.5L CFI, Clc and EFI AXOD Test
    • Pinpoint X - Schematic 3.0L EFI Probe Test
    • Pinpoint X - Schematic 3.0L SEFI Super High Output (SHO) Test
    • Pinpoint X - Schematic 3.8L SEFI AXOD Test
    • Pinpoint X18, X19, X20, X21 Test
    • Pinpoint X22, X23 Test
  • Hood Lamp Switch - Revised
  • Recall 89V171000: Autolamp Sensor Replacement
  • Recall - Subframe Plate Corrosion
    • Overview
    • Dealer Letter
    • Attachment I - Administrative Information
    • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
    • Attachment III - Technical Information
    • Owner Letter
    • Important Recall/Service Program Information
    • Supplement # 1 - Important Safety Recall Information
  • Recall - Subframe Reinforcement Installation
    • Overview of Recall 92S61
    • Attachment I - Administrative Information
    • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
    • Attachment III - Technical Instructions
    • Owner Letter
  • Recall 93V106002: Subframe Mount Corrosion
  • Recall 98V323000: Rear Lower Subframe Mount Plate Nut
  • Fuel Filler Door - Inoperative
  • Seat Track - Sticking/Slow/Inoperative
  • Power Seat - Operation Slow/Stalled/Inoperative
  • Front Seat - Feels Loose
  • Fuel Pump - Gurgles After Hot Restart
  • Speed Sensor - Service Procedures Revision
    • Overview
    • 1986 Taurus/Sable
    • 1987 Taurus/Sable
    • 1988/89 Taurus/Sable
    • 1990 Taurus/Sable
    • 1988 Continental
    • 1989 Continental
    • 1990 Continental
  • 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
    • Overview
    • A/C Refrigerant Analyzer Function
    • Recovery of Contaminated Refrigerant
    • Repairing A Contaminated A/C System
    • Disposal of Contaminated Refrigerant
  • A/T - AXOD/AXODE/AX4S Retaining Ring Orientation
  • A/C Coupling - Cleaning Procedures
  • Air Conditioning - O Ring Removal Service Tip
  • A/C - New Refrigerant O-Rings
  • A/T - AXOD Repeat Repair Avoidance
  • Door Window Bracket Assembly - Part Return
  • A/T - AXOD/AXODE End Play Specification
  • A/T - Revised GROB Spline Drive Joint
  • A/T - AXODE/AXOD Revised Turbine Shaft Seal Ring
  • Recall - Seat Belt Buckle Replacement
    • Overview of Recall 92S53
    • Attachment I - Administrative Information
    • Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
    • Attachment III - Technical Instruction
      • Overview
      • 1989/1990 Taurus/Sable
      • 1991 Explorer
    • Owner Letter October 1992
    • Owner Letter November 1992
  • Running Lights - Flicker On and Off
  • Brakes - New Silicone Compound/Grease
  • Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
  • Ignition Timing Procedure - Manual Update
  • Fuel - California Reformulated Gasoline
  • Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Concerns
  • Radio - Poor AM Band Reception
  • A/C - Adding Refrigerant Oil Service Tip
  • Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips
  • A/T - AXOD/AXODE/AX4S Leak At Torque Converter
  • A/T - AX4S New Main Control Cover and Pan Gasket