1997 Ford Econoline technical service bulletins
263 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 1997 Ford Econoline.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This SKU is a front upper ball joint
- Engine or fuel system concerns when using fuel with greater than 5% biodiesel concentration. tt
- Emission recall 04E10: compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles - fitting connector replacement
- Air bag lamp illuminated
- A no-start or reduced power condition may occur intermittently
- Rough idle and engine miss due to injector bore scuffing at green engine break-in
- Some vehicles equipped with aftermarket modifications may exhibit a crank but no start or a hard...
- For 7.3L dit engines, rotunda tool has issued an injector performance analyzer that may now be purchased...
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0340, possible false code
- High pressure oil pump leak
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips
- An oil leak at the turbocharger pedestal around the exhaust backpressure actuator
- Repeated blown fuses for rear in vehicle circuits with inoperative rear brake or tail lamps
- False failure of the vapor management valve (VMV)
- Exhaust air rush noise and lower power
- Some vehicles may exhibit interference and / or static in the land-mobile radio
- Dedicated cng regulator bowl kit available
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks
- Some vehicles with high odometer reading or severe service may exhibit a creaking noise when turning wheel...
- Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5W-20 motor oil
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, or 6.8L engine may exhibit a rough idle / miss after start-up in...
- A condition may exist with possible electronc damage occuring to the compuvalve from voltage spikes...
- Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the...
- This service action requires the replacement of two emission control labels
- This bulletin addresses concerns a noise at intial engine startup when cold from the accessory drive belt
- Information on rear axle whine-vehicles equipped with dana 80 AXLES-5.4L/6.8L and 7.3L
- Some vehicles with dana 80 rear axles may exhibit an excessive amount of axle whine noise
- Transmission- E40D/4R100-1989-99-MAIN controls, separator plates and separator plate gaskets usage chart
- Information on the 7.3L dit engines, rotunda tool has issued an injector performance analyzer that may now...
- Some bi-fuel vehicles may require powertrain control module (PCM) replacement during service and may not...
- Customers may be concerned that vehicle looks like it dogtracks, due to a unique feature of the vehicle...
- A-pillar sheet metal cracks around front door hinges; front door skin separates and door inner sheet metal...
- Vehicles may experience solid particle contaminants from prior transmission concerns or excess wear, may...
- Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip
- Subject regarding 4R100 transmission flexplate replacement for vehicles with 7.3L diesel engine
- Experiencing intermittent or low range of the remote keyless entry (RKE) system
- Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks
- Some vehicles equipped with 73L dit engine may exhibit a rough engine idle
- Some vehicles equipped with 7.3L dit engine may exhibit a rough engine idle
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses
- Some vehicles with rear brake drums may exhibit brake squeal noise
- Emission recall for vehicles that were built with a fuel filler-valve which could leak while the vehicle...
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance...
- Vehicles built between 3/15/1997 and 12/31/1998 and with 4R70W transmissions may experience delayed or no...
- Subject regarding front passenger side stepwell cover not flush
- Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with...
- Information regarding camshaft position (CMP) sensor alignment tool chart
- Concerns with a hard to turn ignition key and / or a hard to remove key from ignition cylinder
- Some vehicles with an illuminated air bag lamp may have modified seat configurations which may have been...
- Some vehicles with an illuminated air bag lamp may have modified seat configurations
- Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda
- Subject regarding a high number of ball joints being replaced as the result of routine inspections or of...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a crack on the right rear side of the #1 crossmember resulting in a creaking...
- Complaints of tire wear and loose feelings in the steering system
- Brief information on removing the fuel tank solenoid valve on natural gas vehicles
- Some vehicles built before april 1, 1999 may have a customer concern of a clunk felt / heard in the...
- Some vehicles equipped with 7.3L dit diesel engines may develop a cracked flexplate
- Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock
- Information designed to aid in the diagnosis, testing and repair of noise, vibration and harshness (NVH)...
- Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on...
- Ford motor company has released a private labeled material to be used for iron particle / acid rain...
- Addressing tire balance hints
- Concerns of a clunk felt / heard in the steering wheel
- Brief information on removing the fuel tank solenoid valve thread
- Customer may complain of a clunk felt / heard in the steering wheel
- Subject regarding tire balance hint
- Some customers may comment on a clunk felt / heard in the steering wheel
- Experiencing a delayed or no 2-3 upshift, primarily when the transmission is cold on vehicles with ford...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a "squeaking" or "moaning" noise from the steering column while turning
- Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip
- Ford motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered...
- Experiencing a engine knock at cold start-up
- Information regarding the improved radiator support
- Exhibiting a vibration that may be interpreted as an nvh condition
- Some vehicles under severe duty cycles may exhibit cracks on the lower radiator support
- Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (PCMS)
- Subject regarding techinical hotline assistance for bi-fuel vehicles with gfi alternate fuel systems
- Concerns with cracks on the right rear side of the #1 frame crossmember
- Some vehicles may exhibit a 1ST gear "ticking" noise
- Some vinyl covered items such as dash panels, door trim panels, consoles, etc., may exhibit a small dent,...
- Some vehicles with higher odometer readings may experience a hesitation on acceleration just off idle and...
- Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) to reduce the possibility of...
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.4L engines may exhibit a cold start engine knock concern until warmed up
- Information on vehicles exhibiting cold engine knock
- Some vehicles may exhibit a concern with poor range of the remote keyless entry (RKE) transmitter
- All vehicles with antilock brake module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must...
- Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip
- Issues regareding diagnostic trouble codes ( dtcs ) P0705, P0708, P1704, and / or P1705 may be stored in...
- Some vehicles with a 7.3L direct injection (DI) turbo diesel engine, one or more of the following concerns...
- Premature wear of the belt tensioner may occur on some vehicles
- Information regarding replacement and / or repairs on any lock component
- Reprogrammingpowertrain control module calibration codes on some 1997 vehicles
- Vehicles that are loaded to the upper end of fvw, with the majority of the load between the axles, may...
- Vehicles may exhibit a steering pull to the right or left, due to incorrect front end alignment settings
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.6L or 6.8L engines may exhibit a cold start engine noise until warmed up
- Some vehicles equipped with 6.8L engines, may exhibit a customer concern or engine roar or engine noise...
- Some vehicles with 4WABS may have an amber ABS warning indicator illuminated with code C1095 or C1096...
- Some vehicles that are loaded to the upper end of gvw, with the majority of the load between the axles,...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a steering pull to the right or left
- Exhibiting rough idle and engine miss due to injector bore scuffing at green engine break-in
- Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system
- Concerns with the power seat control button ( knob ) may detach from the switch actuator
- Information on the revised fuel injector o-ring kit
- Locks failed
- Malfunction indicator lamp failed
- A direct replacement part for the evaporative emission canister and bracket assembly
- This bulletin states that for certain vehicles it is not possible to set the check engine light and set...
- Information on setting the check engine light and setting diagnostic trouble code P0455 (evaporative...
- Some vehicles seat belts may be slow to retract
- Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart
- Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance
- Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio
- A harsh 1-2 shift while driving under light throttle conditions
- Some motor home vehicles equipped with E4OD transmissions may experience hydraulic system malfunctions...
- Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use
- Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums
- A hard to turn ignition key, and/or a hard to remove key from ignition cylinder may occur on some vehicles
- Concerns with no temperature control
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Absence of temperature control on some vehicles
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (TCIL) and diagnostic trouble...
- Some vehicles may experience a harsh 1/2 shift while driving under light throttle conditions
- Information regarding engine assemblies being added to the fqr (ford quality renewal) program
- Repairs to vinyl covered surfaces
- Some vehicles with may exhibit higher than normal engine idle speeds
- Some customers may experience a noise while turning
- Addressing a concern with an amber ABS warning indicator illuminated with code 1095 or 1096 stored in...
- Some vehciles may exhibit a slow retracting seat belt
- Information on servicing an illuminated air bag lamp
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Subject pertaining to red rust stains on the edges of the bumper center vent and fog lamp openings
- Information provided to aid the techinician in diagnosing and repairing various door lock and latch concerns
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (TCIL) and diagnostic trouble...
- Some engines may exhibit oil leakage
- A new design transmission case and extension housing has been released
- Exhibiting a harsh 1-2 upshift during light throttle
- Subject on relative injector flow test success story
- Some vehicles may stall when the transmission is placed into gear
- The proper adapter for connecting the 1997 econoline 4 wheel anti-lock brake system to the breakout box is...
- Power windows- inoperative- fuse opens- vehicles built 9/1/96 through 1/13/97
- Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage
- Air conditioning- no temperature control- vehicles built through 11/21/96
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)- MIL illumination- diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0446 stored in memory
- Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts
- Idle- rolling idle- surge- vehicles built 8/96 through 12/96 with 7.3L engine
- Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips
- Transmission- E4OD- cooler bypass valve service during transmission overhaul- service tip
- Continuously flashing airbag after replacing the ecs module and no codes present
- Replacement headlamp bulbs - several aftermarket companies are offering replacement bulbs with a higher...
- Air conditioning- R-134A tracer dye installed in a/c system and three o-ring spring lock couplers- service tip
- Effective immediately the 5.8L engine assembly for the vehicle is available as a ford quality renewal assembly
- Flashing airbag light after replacing the ecs module
- Vehicles equipped with 7.3L engines may experience an inoperative charging system- the terminal b+...
- Some 1995 and all 1996 and 1997 vehicles with E4OD transmissions have been built with a reusable...
- Some vehicles with air conditioning CAN exhibit a cold start accessory drive belt noise (CHIRP) concern
- Rolling idle/stall- cylinder contribution test, and injector buzz test
- Some 5.4L front end serpetntine belts may make some noise between temperatures fo 30 F-50 f
- 7.3L engine which has a rolling idle condition and has a calibaration of 7-90CK-R10 or 7-90N-R10, CAN...
- Vehicles built between august 1996 - september 1996 with speed control and air bags may experience a noise...
- Vehicles without rear radio controls may experience inoperative rear speakers
- Rear radio controls may experience inoperative rear speakers
- Vehicles built between august 1996-SEPTEMBER 1996 with speed control and airbags may experience a noise in...
- Vehicles with 7.3L engine which as a rolling idle condition and has a calibaration of 7-90C-R10,...
- 1997 econoline equipped with 7.3L engines may experience an inoperative charging system
- Some 1995 and all 1996 and 1997 vehicles with E40D transmissions have been built with a reusable...
- Power windows may experience an open 30 amp fuse
- Fead belt squeal, cold only
- Rolling idle/stall
- Vehicles may experience an inoperative charging system
- Vehicles with E4OD transmissions have been built with a reusable elastomeric transmission fluid pan gasket
- Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning...
- Powertrain control module -reprogram powertrain control module (PCM) - service procedures - service tip
- Runs rough - malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on - diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0300 through P0308...
- Certain 1997 vehciles may have been built with the 240 second misfire delay
- If on a 1977 econoline the key chimes sound 5 times during the start or during vehicle operation, this...
- 1997 econolines equipped with passenger side air bag exhibiting code 29 or other intermittent air bag codes
- Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements
- Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip
- Transmission - E40D - 4R70W - 4R44E - 5R55E - new digital transmission range sensor - diagnosis service tip
- Transmission - E40D - revised design forward planet thrust washer - service tip
- Engineering is investigating dealership concerns with fouled or cracked spark plugs
- Fead belt squeal, cold only
- Rolling idle/stall
- Hard starting with dtc's P0341, P0344
- Correction to 1997 econoline evtm page 60-5 - pin call-outs on illustrations for C224 and C225 are in...
- Diagnostic instructions for econolines equipped with a passenger side airbag and an error code of 29
- Vehicles may have been built with a 240 second misfire delay
- Econolines with power windows may experience an open 30 amp fuse
- Investigating 7.3L irregular idle
- 'Off-idle' vibration/boom/drone emitting from the exhaust system on 4.2L engines. tt
- Concerns of check engine light (MIL) w/ codes P0300 thru P0308 & eng runes rough/misses
- Windshield and interior glass - fog/film
- Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip
- Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip
- Spade terminal between sender & fuel pump has been changed to a eyelet terminal
- Vehicles may experience flickering interior courtesy lights while turning or going over bumps
- Concerns of check engine light 'on'
- E4OD trans may emit a tick/rattle noise when driving at light loads in 1ST gear at 1100 to 1800 RPM RPM
- Airbag light on & code 21, may be caused by an electromagnetic interference generated within the...
- Vehicles may exhibit an exhaust leak &/or noise due to warped exhaust manifolds
- For misfire concerns on 4.2L/4.6L/5.4L/6.8L engines
- Experience vehicle w/ flickering interior courtesy lights while turning or going over bumps
- Firestone P235 tires may exhibit a high frequency vibration at 65-75 mph
- Some vehicles equipped w/ an AX4S transaxle may have been shipped w/ a low transaxle fluid level
- 'Off-idle' vibration/boom/drone emitting from the exhaust system on vehicles equipped w/ 4.2L engines. tt
- Incorrect information in 1997 evtm manual
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