1999 Ford Explorer technical service bulletins
412 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 1999 Ford Explorer.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Ford: certain 1999-2001 model year vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in new york and certain 2001...
- Front axle leaks fluid from vent tube - vehicles equipped with 4X4 or AWD
- Warning indicators-parking aid-reverse sensing system (RSS) and forward sensing system (fss)-false...
- Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair
- General (PCM) power train control module programming procedures
- Revised procedure for adjusting alignment on all suspensions - new right hand upper control arm design for...
- Rattle noise from primary chain drive area 2000-3000 RPM - 4.0L sohc engine
- Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns
- Low line pressure reading at wide open throttle (WOT), slipping shifts and / or delayed engagements with...
- Rattle/buzz sound from under the vehicle on 4.0L single overhead cam (SOHC) engines
- Remote keyless entry (RKE) - service tips
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips
- An uncommanded shift to 4X4 low
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457,...
- Various noise issues from the rear leaf springs while driving
- Fluid may leak out of the front axle vent tube
- New service part - number 5 needle bearing and race kit - 4R70W transmission - service tip
- Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (CMP) installation...
- Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (CMP) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge,...
- Paint-premature clearcoat cracking-service tips
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock
- Some vehicles may exhibit repeat service for air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble code B1994 (driver...
- Experiencing a clicking / popping noise from the upper steering column area when turning the steering wheel
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no 1-2 upshift, no 2-3 upshift, a no engine braking condition in manual 1 or...
- Concerns with brake vibration, roughness and / or grinding noise, and excessive brake rotor corrosion
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0 sohc (single over-head cam) engine may exhibit a primary timing chain...
- Some vehicles built prior to 9/15/2001 may exhibit low line pressure readings while in drive, no 2ND gear,...
- On some vehicles, the electronic automatic temperature control (EATC) blows cold air from the floor ducts...
- Information on diagnosing engine rattle noise from primary chain drive area between 2000-3000 RPM on cold...
- Certain vehicles with 4X4 or all-wheel drive may have a fluid leak from the front axle vent tube
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines
- Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak, snap, rattle, or clunk in the front end when turning or going over bumps
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0L sohc engine may exhibit a check engine light on with diagnostic...
- Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant...
- Information on vehicles exhibitng fuel line damage due to pinching/squeezing of the fuel return line
- Some vehicles including 1997 through 1999 explorer sport trac equipped with a 4.0L sohc engine may exhibit...
- Information regarding malfunction indicator light illuminating with diagnostic trouble code P0300/P0301
- Some vehicles built before april 23, 2001 may exhibit a hard start/long crank after sitting for an hour or...
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure
- Concerns with spark knock noise or chain rattle noise between 2000-3000 RPM, during cold engine operation only
- Some vehicles built before april 23, 2001 may exhibit a hard start/long crank after sitting for an hour or...
- Concerns with rear wipers that do not sufficiently clean the back glass
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank condition after sitting for an hour or more
- Some ignition switch lock cylinder assemblies may exhibit rougness and / or excess effort in turning, key...
- Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing...
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0L ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the...
- Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires
- Brake shift interlock
- Information on service parts for hard start condition
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0L ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise that may be perceived by the...
- Concerns with high brake pedal force to stop after rotor machining
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks
- Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts
- Information regarding multifunction switch part number clarification
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent high frequency brake squeal noise
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration during engine warm-up
- On some vehicles the rear wiper arm fails to clean back glass
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4R70W automatic transmission may exhibit a clunk noise during the 2-1...
- Some explorer / sport / sport trac equipped with a 4.0L sohc engine may exhibit a start-up noise condition...
- Some 4X4 vehicles may exhibit a high-pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front axle area of the...
- Some vehicles with 4.0L sohc engines may make a start-up noise from the left front of the engine
- Concerns with vehicles exhibiting the oil pressure gauge registering low or no oil pressure usually on...
- On some vehicles, including sport and sport trac, the front axle leaks fluid from the vent tube
- Vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft system (PATS) may not start or crank
- Some 4X4 vehicles may exhibit a fluid leak from the front axle vent tube
- Concerns with vehicles exhbit fluid leakage from the front axle vent tube
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0 sohc engine may exhibit a primary chain rattle noise (sometimes...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (TCIL) accompanied by a...
- High-pitched front axle squeal or whistle type noise from the front of the vehicle at speeds from 16 to 64...
- Subject regarding 4.0L engine hotline phone numbers
- Some vehicles with A4WD may exhibit a vibration / moan at highway speeds
- Some 4X4 vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0L ohv engine may exhibit clogged / plugged fuel injectors
- Information on replacing a gem module on 4X4 vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc, ohv and the neutral tow kit
- Air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes B1994 and / or B1998 stored in memory
- Some vehicles equipped with 4R70W transmission may exhibit the tcil on with diagnostic trouble code P0741...
- Vehicles may experience start up timing chain noise
- Concerns with broken thermostats on engines
- Some 4.0L vehicles with A4WD built prior to 9/13/99 may exhibit a vibration / pulsation at 0-45 mph on dry...
- Subject pertaining to broken thermostat
- Subject regarding owner notification suppllemental program for vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engines -...
- On some vehicles, the accelerator pedal bracket may become loose or separated from the dash panel
- Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the...
- Ford motor company is providing additional coverage for the 4.0L sohc camshaft chain tensioner and lower...
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0L engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator light (MIL) on with possible...
- Some vehicles built through 01/1999 and equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit a cold start or hot engine...
- Subject regarding climate control - eatc - blower motor control service tips
- Some vehicles may exhibit hesitation on acceleration or while turning
- Subject pertaining to supplemental tire inflation label
- Some vehicles may exhibit the oil pressure gauge registering low or no oil pressure usually on initial...
- Subject regarding pop / creak noise from the rear underbody while driving
- Subject regarding vibration, shake, resonance noise at speeds above 72 km/h (45MPH)
- Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise from the front lower door hinge(s) when opening or closing the doors
- Some vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit a rubbing noise during right hand turns from the...
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0L ohv engine may experience a vibration or buzz at the accelerator pedal
- Information regarding multifunction switch replacement
- Information regarding pump alignment tools
- Some vehicles may experience an oil leak at the rear crankshaft area after service
- Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion oil seal area
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / no start condition when attempting to start the vehicle
- Some vehicles may come in for a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on with diagnostic trouble code P0171...
- Some vehicles may experience a squawking/eeking noise that may be heard from the clutch on acceleration...
- Experiencing a vibration or buzz at the accelerator pedal
- Some vehicles built through 11/22/99 and equipped with 4.0L sohc engine may exhibit various driveability...
- Concerns with vibration or buzz at accelerator pedal
- Vehicles may experience buzzing and or grinding noise during 2-3 shift- vehicles equipped with M50D...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration at highway speeds
- For vehicles exhibiting a vibration at highway speeds, engineering is currently investigating this issue...
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0L engine and all wheel drive (AWD) transfer case may exhibit a condition of...
- Subject regarding neutral tow inoperative after gem replacement
- Information on 5R55E - 4R55E - 4R44E pump alignment tools
- Some vehicles with 4.0L sohc engine and built prior to 9/21/99 may exhibit a vibration or buzz felt...
- Engineering is currently investigating concerns with vehicles exhibiting a vibration at highway speeds
- 4.0L ohv engine equipped vehicles may exhibit clogged / plugged fuel injectors
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0L engines and all wheel drive (AWD) transfer case may exhibit a condition...
- Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip
- The vehicle may exhibit the speedometer/odometer inoperative as well as malfunction indicator lamps...
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engine may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration during engine warm-up.
- Front axle pinion lil seal leaks.
- Buzzing and grinding notchy noise when SHIFTING(2-3 upshift).
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration at highway speeds
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engine and built prior to 11/23/99 may exhibit a hesitation on...
- Some all wheel drive vehicles may experience a low speed whining noise from the transfer case
- Some vehicles may experience a condition of no 4 x 4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4 x 4 low range
- Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal
- Vehicles equipped with M5OD R1 transmissions mat exhibit a 2-3 upshift grind
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0L engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator light (MIL) on with possible...
- Some vehicles built through 01/1999, equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit a cold start or hot engine...
- Information on vehicles exhibiting a "no 2-STEP unlock" or a false diagnostic trouble code B1834 (door...
- On some vehicles, the front windshield wipers may operate while the multifunction switch is in the off...
- Information on diagnosing a vehicle with malfunction indicator lamp illuminated and diagnostic trouble...
- A temperature gauge fluctuation and / or a knocking / thumping noise may be audible inthe passenger...
- Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks
- Some vehicles built between 12/1/1998 and 8/31/1999 equipped with 5.0L engine may exhibit a lack of heat,...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4X4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4X4 low range, with no...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise from the rear while driving, especially when going bumps
- Some vehicles equipped with manual transmission may exhibit neutral gear rollover noise (a light metallic...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a popping, snapping or ticking noise from the right a pillar / upper door hinge...
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L ohv engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator light on with diagnostic...
- This bulletin states that whenever the clean air tube retaining clamps are removed for any repair,...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration / groan on acceleration or take off.
- Some vehicles equipped with rear load leveling system may exhibit an air suspension light on with...
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L ohv engines may exhibit excessive oil consumption as reported by the customer
- All vehicles with electronic shift on the fly transfer cases will display contact plate pids opposite of...
- Some vehicles may exhibit the left front power window inoperative
- Experiencing a popping, snapping or ticking noise from the right a-pillar / upper door hinge area whle driving
- Experiencing very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds (parking lot...
- Vehicles equipped with 4.0L ohv engine and manual transmission may exhibit a squawk noise from the clutch...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration / groan on acceleration or take-off due to the rear transmission...
- Vehicles equipped with 4.0L ohv engines may exhibit excessive oil consumption as reported by the customer
- Concerns with vehicles exhibiting an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engines may exhibit an overheat condition that may be attributed to...
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L ohv or 4.0L sohc engines may exhibit various driveability symptoms due to...
- Some vehicles may exhibit an air bag lamp on with side air bag diagnostic trouble codes B1994 and B1998 in...
- All 4X4 vehicles with electronic shift onthe fly transfer cases will display contact plate pids opposite...
- A condition may exist where the left front power window is inoperative
- Some vehicles may exhibit an air bag lamp on with side air bag diagnostic trouble codes B1994 and / or...
- Experiencing water leak into the vehicle through the moonroof opening
- Information regarding clean air tube retaining clamps / throttle body cam
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses
- A no start condition when vehicle is parked on an incline with the vehicle in a nose down position and...
- Subject regarding front wipers operating while switch is in off position
- Information on replacing the front bumper bracket
- Concerns with burning odor or smoke, and / or rustling noise while blower motor is on
- Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal
- Owners of vehicles equipped with 4.0L ohv engine and manual transmission may exhibit a squawk noise from...
- Some vehicles built prior to 9/15/99 may exhibit front windshield wiper activation without command
- Exhibiting a miss / rough idle with the malfunction indicator light (MIL) on and DTC P0340 in self test
- Some vehicles with A4WD built prior to 9/13/99 may exhibit a vibration / pulsation at 0 - 45 mph
- Vehicles with automatic 4 wheel drive may exhibit multiple generic electronic module (GEM) functional concerns
- Vehicles equipped the neutral tow feature, be aware that when the neutral tow feature is enabled and the...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4X4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4X4 low range, with no...
- Exhibiting a lack of heat, exhaust sulphur smell and / or malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic...
- Exhibiting a squeak type noise from the rear stabilizer bar while driving, especially when going over bumps
- Exhibiting very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds
- Service tip information when servicing the 4.0L sohc short block assembly
- Some vehicles may exhibit a pop / creak noise from the right a pillar / upper door hinge area while driving
- Exhibiting an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin CAN rattle
- Some vehicles may exhibit a cd changer with a cd magazine that jams / will not eject
- A condition with the rear wiper blade on vehicles built through 1/22/1999 may flip over when run through...
- Vehicles equipped with 5.0L engines and 3.73:1 ratio / 8.8 inch ring gear rear axles may exhibit a whine...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a fuse #18 open / power door locks cycling uncommanded
- Vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engine may exhibit a slight hesitation on acceleration during engine warm up
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engines may exhibit a vibration / moan / boom at idle
- Effective october 15, 1999, the 4R55E and 5R55E transmission assembly for certain vehicles are available...
- Nners of the edsr-of-the-month quality award announcement for september
- Some vehicles with 4.0L sohc engines may exhibit a vibration / moan / boom at idle
- The rear wiper blade on some vehicles built through 1/22/99 may flip over when run through soft cloth...
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0L engines and 3.73:1 ratio / 8.8 inch ring gear rear axles may exhibit a...
- Some vehicles may exhibit fuse #18 in the fuse junction panel intermittently going open
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engine may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration during engine warm up
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engines may exhibit a slight hesitation on acceleration during...
- 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...
- Subject regarding intermittent transmission control indicator lamp or malfunction indicator lamp illumination
- Vehicles built between 3/15/1997 and 12/31/1998 and with 4R70W transmissions may experience delayed or no...
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent transmission control indicator lamp or malfunction indicator...
- Experiencing an inoperative or inaccurate odometer / speedometer readings
- A condition in which the brake pedal is slow to return after it is applied on vehicles built prior to...
- Information on removing and / or replacing the generic electronic module (GEM)
- Subject regarding the ABS module active command modes features of the ngs software version 16.1 is not...
- Subject regarding the engine hotline phone numbers for 1997 - 2000 model year vehicles
- Concerns with squeak -type noise from the rear while driving or going over bumps
- Some vehicles may exhibit the check engine light on with diagnostic trouble code PO420
- Information regarding 4.0L sohc camshaft bolt torque
- Some vehicles may exhibit engine noise(cam chain noise)
- Vehicles equipped with 4.0L ohv and manual transmission may exhibit a squawk noise from the clutch on take off
- Some vehicles may exhibit a whine noise from the rear axle during various drive modes at highway speeds
- Subject regarding 4.0L sohc engine repair procedure update
- Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with...
- Information regarding rear axle whine at highway speeds
- Information regarding radio lights and display flicker/flash with headlights on
- Information regarding seat that will not move forward
- Information regarding neutral tow kit availability
- Subject on manual a/c system-blower works in high setting only
- Information regarding 4.0L ohv engine-marble type noise
- Information regarding 4.0 l sohc camshaft bolt torque
- Information regarding 4.0L sohc engine noise (cam chain noise)
- Information regarding sohc engine noise (cam chain noise)
- Information regarding clutch squawk noise on take off
- Information regarding 4.0L sohc engine repair procedure update
- Information regarding camshaft position (CMP) sensor alignment tool chart (continued)
- Information regarding seat that willl not move forward
- Information regarding neutral tow kit available
- Information regarding manual a/c system- blower works in high setting only
- Information regarding uncommanded front wiper function (continued on 13252 and 13253)
- Continued from 13251, uncommanded front wiper function
- Service tips information provided to assist when servicing vehicles with short block assembly
- Vehicles with the 4.0L ohv engine may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and...
- Service tips when servicing a 4.0L sohc short block assembly
- Some vehicles with the 4.0L ohv engine may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel...
- Concerns with slipping transmission shifts and / or delayed or no transmission engagements may occur on...
- Some vehicles with A4WD may exhibit a vibration / pulsation felt from the driveline in the steering wheel...
- Concerns with vehicles that exhibit a hard start / long crank condition due to a fuel system pressure...
- Concerns with vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engine exhibiting the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) 'on'...
- Exhibiting a power steering fluid leak from the steering gear boot(s)
- Engineering is currently investigating vehicles with A4WD exhibiting a vibration / moan at highway speeds
- Vehicles equipped with 4.0L ohv engines and built through december, 1998 may exhibit a loss of oil...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition with fuse #18 in the fuse junction panel intermittently going open
- Concerns with outside passenger or driver side mirror slightly fulttering / shaking at highway speeds
- Subject regarding vehicles exhibiting an ABS lamp on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1676 in self test
- Information pertaining to vehicles equipped with manual a/c controls built between 7/26/99 through 8/5/99...
- Some vehicles with automatic 4 wheel drive (A4WD) may exhibit multiple generic electronic module (GEM)...
- Subject pertaining to the sbds relative cam timing test which has been temporarily removed from use on...
- Customers may complain of an internal low end noise that is described as a "diesel and / or marbels in a...
- Some 4.0L vehicles with A4WD may exhibit a vibration / pulsation at 0-45 mph on dry pavement under light...
- Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting...
- Customer may complain that the power window(s) may become inoperative
- Concerns with uncommanded front wiper function activating without command
- Vehicles may experience a no start condition when parked on an incline with the vehicle in a nose down...
- Vehicles may exhibit an outside passenger or driver side mirror slight flutter / shake at highway speeds
- Concerns with 4.0L sohc engines equipped vehicles exhibiting an oil leak from the oil pressure switch boss...
- Customers may perceive a condition in which the brake pedal is slow to return after it is applied on...
- Information on replacing and removing the generic electronic module (GEM)
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engine may exhibit a condition of the malfunction indicator lamp...
- Experiencing a loss of oil pressure accompanied by possible engine noise / damage
- Some vehicles may exhibit an ABS lamp on with diagnostic trouble code B1676 in self test
- Information on damaged, scratched, scuffed manual a/c control knobs
- Some vehicles with automatic 4 wheel drive (A4WD) may exhibit multiple generic electronic module (GEM)...
- Some vehicles may exhibit no 2-STEP unlock or a false diagnostic trouble code B1834 (door unlock disarm...
- Subject regarding the sbds relative cam timing test
- Some vehicles may exhibit front windshield wiper activation without command
- Some vehicles may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbels in a...
- Vibration on light to moderate acceleration at 0 - 45 mph on A4WD vehicles
- Subject regarding the ABS module active command modes feature of ngs software version 16.1
- Subject regarding engine hotline phone numbers
- Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise from the rear while driving, especially when going over bumps
- Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda
- Some vehicles may exhibit a burning odor or smoke, and / or rustling noise occuring when the blower motor...
- Vehicles with A4WD transmission and 4.0L engine may have the 4X4 indicator lamps flashing
- Information on using the service bay technical system (SBTS) and new generation star (NGS) tester, and to...
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engines may exhibit an oil leak from the oil pressure switch boss of...
- Brief information regarding radiator hose clamp for service
- Some vehicles may exhibit an occasional hoot / moan from the idle air control (IAC) valve
- Some vehicles may exhibit an audible pinging or creaking noise that may be heard from the driveline when...
- Experiencing a vibration or buzz felt through the accelerator pedal which is most noticeable during...
- Some vehicles with 4.0L ohv engines built after 6/10/99 at louisville assembly plant or after 6/14/99 at st
- Some vehicles may exhibit no / low air conditioner performance at high ambient temperatures and prolonged idle
- Experiencing rattle / flutter noise from front while driving
- Some vehicles with automatic 4 wheel drive may exhibit multiple generic electronic module functional...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a high pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front end at speeds from 10...
- Some vehicles with 4.0L sohc or ohv engines may exhibit a vibration or buzz felt through the accelerator...
- Some 4.0L vehicles with A4WD may exhibit a vibration / pulsation felt from the driveline in the steering...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start condition due to fuel system pressure bleed down
- Some vehicles may require radiator hose clamp replacement during normal vehicle service
- Some vehicles may exhibit no / low a/c performance at high ambient temperatures and prolonged idle
- 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...
- Vehicles may exhibit a front accessory drive (FEAD) belt noise
- Concerns with multiple generic electronic module (GEM) (i.e., inoperative one touch down, chime, 4X4 shift...
- Exhibiting a lack of heat and / or a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lamp on with diagnostic trouble code...
- Exhibiting front windshield wiper activation without command
- Information on refilling tissues for the center console facial tissue compartment
- Some vehicles with 4R44E / 5R55E transmissions may exhibit slipping shifts, delayed or no engagements
- Conditions on hard start due to fuel system pressure bleed down
- Concerns with multiple generic electronic module (GEM) functional concerns (i.e., inoperative one touch...
- Experiencing front wipers activation without command
- Some 4X4 vehicles may exhibit a high pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front end at speeds...
- Vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (ABS) light on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1676
- Concerns with oil leak of the engine block at the oil pressure switch boss
- Some vehicles may experience axle wind up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making...
- Customers may complain of front windshield wiper activation without command
- Use kleenex brand juniors or li'l travelers to refill tissues for certain vehicles with the high series...
- Some vehicles equipped with 4R44E or 5R55E transmission may exhibit slipping shifts, delayed or no engagements
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / long crank condition due to fuel system pressure bleed down
- Some vehicles may exhibit harsh downshift from 3RD to 1ST gear while stopping, hesitation after...
- Experiencing drift / pull to the right conditons
- Harsh downshift from 3RD to 1ST gear while stopping; hesitation after acceleration from stop; and / or...
- Concerns or erratic or insufficient temperature control
- Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip
- Ford motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered...
- Recall information regarding speed control cable replacement
- Information on maintaining tire pressure
- Some vehicles equipped with teves four wheel anti-lock brakes (4WABS) may exhibit a yellow anti-lock brake...
- Exhibiting air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1994 and / or B1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit slipping shifts, delayed or no enggements
- Information on resetting the passive anti-theft system (PATS)
- Vehicle may experience a diesel / marbel type noise
- Addressing customers concern of inoperative power windows
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition when parked on an incline with the vehicle in a nose down...
- Information regarding VIN numbers being active 5/11/1999
- Some vehicles built before 1/1/1999 equipped with 5.0L engine may exhibit a front accessory drive (FEAD)...
- Concerns with lack of heat and / or malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC)...
- Some vehicles may exhibit multiple generic electronic module (GEM) functional concerns
- Some vehicles may exhibit a concern with the power window(s) becoming inoperative
- Subject regarding all vehicles requires a parameter reset to be performed on the passive anti-theft system...
- Some 4.0L ohv engines may exhibit an internal low engine noise that is described as a diesel and / or...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition when parked on an incline with the vehicle in a noise down...
- Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (PCMS)
- Concerns with transmission fluid leaking at radiator
- Vehicle may exhibit a high pitched squeal / whistle type noise from the front end at speeds from 10 mph to...
- Complaints that the in-dash cd stops operating when hot
- Vehicle exhibiting multiple generic electronic module (GEM) related symptoms
- Some vehicles may exhibit a miss / rough idle with the malfunction indicator light on and diagnostic...
- Complaints that the rear wiper blade flips over
- Service tips for checking transmission fluid level
- Some vehicles equipped with limited slip / traction-lock rear axles may exhibit a chatter noise while turning
- Experiencing vibration at highway speeds due to tire / wheel imbalance
- Complaints that the front wipers activate without command
- Vehicle exhibiting a vibration or buzz felt through the accelerator pedal or front floorboard area
- Subject regarding higher base idle strategy
- Subject regarding revolutions per mile tire size data
- Information regarding the audio system selective lighting feature
- Vehicle may exhibit a squeaking noise from the door(s) power window glass during operation
- Vehicles may exhibit various noises from the power window regulator during operation
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L ohv engines may exhibit a thumping noise from the cooling system
- Information on repairing climate control system interior odor
- Information on replacing a four wheel anti-lock brakes (4WABS) hydraulic control unit (HUC)
- Brief information on checking transmission fluid level
- Concerns with the in-dash cd stops operating when hot / radio display reads cd too hot
- Vehicles with limited slip / traction-lok rear axles may exhibit a chatter noise while turning
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration at highway speeds due to tire/wheel imbalance
- Some vehicles may exhibit a higher than normal base idle speed of 1400 - 1600 RPM when the vehicle is...
- Concerns with transmission fluid leaking at the radiator
- Some vinyl covered items such as dash panels, door trim panels, consoles, etc., may exhibit a small dent,...
- Service tips on composite fuel rail
- Conditions with the front seat back lever bent
- Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) to reduce the possibility of...
- Some vehicles equipped with a dual media (AM / FM cass / cd) radio may exhibit an audio concern of no...
- Some vehicles built from 11/12/98 until 11/19/98 equipped with keyless entry and passive anti-theft system...
- Information on vehicles exhibiting steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns
- Information on vehicles equipped with an optional travel / note digital voice memo recorder
- Some vehicles may exhibit a water leak concern from the moonroof
- Some vehicles built from 11/12/98 until 11/19/98 equipped with keyless entry and pats may exhibit the...
- For all vehicles with generic electronic module (GEM) concerns that require a module replacement, the...
- All vehicles with antilock brake module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must...
- Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip
- Information regarding the right rear a/c compressor mounting bolt that was deleted from production for...
- A condition may exist with P255/70R16 front tires rubbing against the front bumper at near full turns (lh...
- Information regarding the tire inflation pressure for all models during predelivery process and during...
- Some limited vehicles with memory seats built through 10/22/98 may exhibit a concern for power seats.
- Some vehicles equipped with a dual media (AM/FM/cass/cd) radio may exhibit an audio concern of no display...
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0L engines may exhibit an upper engine tapping noise on cold start
- Some vehicles equipped with pats (securilock) except certain models now have availability of fleet keys...
- Right rear air conditioner compressor mountng bolt was deleted from production for the 1999 3.OL EF1/4...
- Some vehicles equipped with a dual media (AM/FM/cass/cd) radio may exhibit an audio concern of no display...
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0L engines may exhibit an upper engine tapping noise on cold start
- Some limited vehicles with memory seats built through 10/22/98 may exhibit a concern for power seats,...
- Information on setting the tire inflation pressure for 1991 through 1999 model year vehicles in the...
- Experiencing a noise and vibration during idle.
- 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 new 4R100 transmission
- The 4R100 transmission will have an orange "prior to repair" tag on the fluid pan
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