2003 Ford Taurus technical service bulletins

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

• Jul 13, 2020 Service bulletinThis article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected
• Feb 7, 2019 Service bulletinCorrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust
• Jun 21, 2013 Service bulletinFord: speed control cable is susceptible to damage and CAN disconnect during hood maintenance and also...
• Jan 1, 2006 Service bulletinCamshaft tick noise - 3.0L 4V engine only
• Nov 14, 2005 Service bulletinPower lock concerns - service tip
• Nov 14, 2005 Service bulletinPower window concerns - service tip
• Nov 14, 2005 Service bulletinBuck/jerk and miss during drive cycle above 3000 RPM - no DTC - 3.0L 2V gas and ffv engine
• Oct 11, 2005 Service bulletinErratic fluid level reading on transaxle DIPSTICK-LEAKS-4F50N, AX4N, AX4S transaxle
• Jul 1, 2005 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp coming on with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0171, P0172, P0174 and/or P0175...
• Jun 7, 2005 Service bulletinSafety belt retraction speed
• May 1, 2005 Service bulletinSurge, idle roll, rough idle only when the engine cooling fans are operating
• Mar 1, 2005 Service bulletinRke inoperative
• Feb 21, 2005 Service bulletinSafety belt web stop button service
• Feb 1, 2005 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code P0133, P1131 or P2195
• Dec 27, 2004 Service bulletinAluminum corrosion - service tip
• Dec 27, 2004 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0300, P0316 or P030X -...
• Dec 13, 2004 Service bulletinRear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair
• Dec 13, 2004 Service bulletinGeneral (PCM) power train control module programming procedures
• Nov 15, 2004 Service bulletinGrunting noise from front power window glass is powered to the full up position
• Oct 1, 2004 Service bulletinEmission related service action 04E13
• Sep 6, 2004 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips
• Aug 9, 2004 Service bulletinWater in the blower case or on the passenger side floor, an inoperative climate control blower motor, a...
• Aug 1, 2004 Service bulletinGroan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park with the vehicle parked on an incline
• Aug 1, 2004 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0171/P0174, P1131/P1151, and/or...
• Jul 12, 2004 Service bulletinInoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns
• Jul 1, 2004 Service bulletinRough running, misfire and a lack of power due to a loss of compression
• Apr 1, 2004 Service bulletinAutolocks and (RKE) remote keyless entry inoperative
• Apr 1, 2004 Service bulletinTicking noise from left cylinder head with warm engine
• Feb 1, 2004 Service bulletinFuel gauge does not read full after filling tank
• Jan 26, 2004 Service bulletinLower engine oil leaks 3.0L 2V vulcan engine
• Jan 1, 2004 Service bulletinSurge at a steady speed between 35 and 45 mph with no other driveability concerns
• Dec 1, 2003 Service bulletinFuel gauge does not read full
• Dec 1, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on with continuous memory diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) P0172/P0175...
• Nov 1, 2003 Service bulletinFuel gauge which does not read completely full when the fuel tank is filled
• Oct 1, 2003 Service bulletinSurge at cruise
• Sep 15, 2003 Service bulletinRemote keyless entry (RKE) - service tips
• Sep 1, 2003 Service bulletinIntermittent rolling idle on vehicles equipped with a 3.0L 2-VALVE engine
• Sep 1, 2003 Service bulletinSteering column lock discontinued
• Sep 1, 2003 Service bulletinEngine oil leaks from the filter area on vehicles with a 3.0L 2-VALVE engine
• Aug 1, 2003 Service bulletinRattling or clunking noise from the front suspension under normal driving conditions
• Jul 21, 2003 Service bulletinEngine misfire or rough running condition with coil on plug (COP) ignition systems may be more accurately...
• Jul 21, 2003 Service bulletinNew transmission cooler flusher - service tips
• Jul 1, 2003 Service bulletinEngine oil leak near the oil pan or oil filter on vehicles equipped with a 3.0L 2-VALVE (vulcan) engine
• Jul 1, 2003 Service bulletinClunking/popping noise from the passenger side of the engine compartment upon acceleration and/or deceleration
• Jun 23, 2003 Service bulletinTorque converter clutch not engaging when commanded and/or diagnostic trouble codes P0741 or P1744 stored...
• Jun 9, 2003 Service bulletinEngine cooling fan induced body boom, rough engine idle sensation or unusual engine noise at idle when the...
• Jun 1, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp on and tcil lamp illumination in conjunction with multiple memory diagnostic...
• May 12, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457,...
• Apr 1, 2003 Service bulletinThe new high flow water pump is not yet listed in the parts catalog but will be soon
• Mar 1, 2003 Service bulletinAX4S transaxle may exhibit no reverse engagement condition
• Mar 1, 2003 Service bulletinNew push type fuel clip and connector removal instructions
• Mar 1, 2003 Service bulletinRattling or clunking noise from the front suspension under normal driving conditions
• Feb 17, 2003 Service bulletinIdle air control (IAC) valve diagnostic service tips
• Feb 3, 2003 Service bulletinGrunting noise from front power window after glass is powered to the full-up position
• Feb 1, 2003 Service bulletinVehicles with very low odometer miles, may exhibit a higher than normal temporary start-up fast idle...
• Nov 25, 2002 Service bulletinErratic operation of the cool/warm function of the temperature control system - repair procedure for...
• Nov 11, 2002 Service bulletinEngine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (CMP) installation...
• Nov 1, 2002 Service bulletinRunning change
• Oct 22, 2002 Service bulletinIncorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (CMP) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge,...
• Oct 14, 2002 Service bulletinClimate control a/c service tech tips
• Oct 1, 2002 Service bulletinHeadliner grab handles loosen
• Sep 2, 2002 Service bulletinLamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock