2001 Ford Windstar technical service bulletins

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

• Apr 20, 2020 Service bulletinFor 1999-2003 Windstar vehicles Safety Recall 11S16 has been issued for vehicles that are operated in high...
• Apr 21, 2016 Service bulletinFor 1998-2003 Windstar vehicles Safety Recall 10S13 has been issued for vehicles that are operated in high...
• Apr 21, 2016 Service bulletinSafety recall 10S13
• Apr 20, 2016 Service bulletinSafety recall 11s16
• Sep 29, 2015 Service bulletinSummary to be provided on a future date.
• Sep 9, 2014 Service bulletinFord: safety recall concerning rear axle fracturing if vehicle is operated in high corrosion areas for and...
• Sep 9, 2014 Service bulletinFord: safety recall on front subframe lower control arm (LCA) rear attaching flange or rear body mount...
• Aug 11, 2014 Service bulletinFord: a safety recall has been issued on minivans where lower control arm (LCA) of front subframe...
• Aug 11, 2014 Service bulletinFord: on some minivans, rear axle will fracture, in high corrosion area, after operating for an extended...
• May 16, 2008 Service bulletinFord: certain 1999-2001 model year vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in new york and certain 2001...
• Oct 11, 2005 Service bulletinErratic fluid level reading on transaxle DIPSTICK-LEAKS-4F50N, AX4N, AX4S transaxle
• Jun 7, 2005 Service bulletinSafety belt retraction speed
• Feb 21, 2005 Service bulletinSafety belt web stop button service
• Dec 31, 2004 Service bulletinWarning indicators-parking aid-reverse sensing system (RSS) and forward sensing system (fss)-false...
• Dec 27, 2004 Service bulletinDiagnostic trouble code B1342 (restraints control module (RCM) fault
• 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
• Oct 4, 2004 Service bulletinSpark knock on acceleration - vehicles equipped with 3.8L engine only
• Sep 6, 2004 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips
• Aug 1, 2004 Service bulletinSliding door(s) contacting the rear quarter glass
• Aug 1, 2004 Service bulletinBeeping sound from the instrument panel when driving at/over 75 mph, traction control off indicator...
• Aug 1, 2004 Service bulletinGroan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park with the vehicle parked on an incline
• Jul 12, 2004 Service bulletinInoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns
• Jun 14, 2004 Service bulletinStreamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on and diagnostic...
• Jun 1, 2004 Service bulletinCustomer satisfaction program 02M01 supplement #4
• Jun 1, 2004 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS)
• May 1, 2004 Service bulletinPid data missing during diagnosis of emissions related issues
• Apr 1, 2004 Service bulletinPower steering noise
• Mar 1, 2004 Service bulletinTrailer tow electric brake switch/module connector may be difficult to locate in the vehicle and for...
• Feb 9, 2004 Service bulletinPower sliding door operation and diagnostic service tips
• Jan 26, 2004 Service bulletinStreamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble...
• Jan 1, 2004 Service bulletinWindshield cowl panel grille (leaf screen) breaking at the grille opening
• Dec 8, 2003 Service bulletinTrailer tow service kit - service tip
• Nov 1, 2003 Service bulletinReplacement of lower seat-to-floor latches on vehicles equipped with 2ND and 3RD row seats
• Oct 13, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457 or...
• Sep 15, 2003 Service bulletinRemote keyless entry (RKE) - service tips
• Aug 18, 2003 Service bulletinCheck engine light on and lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) P0171/P0174 (system too lean bank 1 or 2)...
• Aug 1, 2003 Service bulletinFront caliper seepage in extreme cold temperatures
• Aug 1, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on / no start / erratic shifting
• Jul 21, 2003 Service bulletinNew transmission cooler flusher - service tips
• Jul 1, 2003 Service bulletinSlight amount of fluid residue on the outside of the rear wheel cylinder dust boot on vehicles with rear...
• Jun 23, 2003 Service bulletinTorque converter clutch not engaging when commanded and/or diagnostic trouble codes P0741 or P1744 stored...
• Jun 1, 2003 Service bulletinLean diagnostic trouble codes P0171/P0174 stored
• May 12, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457,...
• Apr 1, 2003 Service bulletinSlow to fill fuel tank - service tips
• Mar 31, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp on with or without rough running, lack of power, surge or poor fuel economy...
• Mar 17, 2003 Service bulletinAir bag warning lamp illuminated with the diagnostic trouble code B2290
• Mar 1, 2003 Service bulletinPower sliding door conditions
• Mar 1, 2003 Service bulletinAir bag warning lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) code B2290
• Feb 3, 2003 Service bulletinStreamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on and diagnostic...
• Feb 1, 2003 Service bulletinPower seat that moves in a arc rather than straight forward or back
• Dec 1, 2002 Service bulletinCrease in the headliner above the left a-pillar
• Nov 11, 2002 Service bulletinEngine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (CMP) installation...
• Nov 1, 2002 Service bulletinClunk/squeak from the front stabilizer bar area (QSF)
• Nov 1, 2002 Service bulletinSqueak noise from the front spring area
• Nov 1, 2002 Service bulletinServicing body side molding or cladding / contact request
• Oct 28, 2002 Service bulletinRoof ditch material cracking
• Oct 14, 2002 Service bulletinClimate control a/c service tech tips
• Sep 2, 2002 Service bulletinRestraint system-air bag deployment strategy with advanced restraint system
• Sep 2, 2002 Service bulletinLamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock
• Aug 5, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a popping / grinding noise from the front of the vehicle when going over bumps...
• Aug 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a front seat back frame(s) bending
• Aug 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit the rear brake lamps remaining illuminated after exiting the vehicle
• Jul 8, 2002 Service bulletinGrunt / popping noise coming from the front suspension at speeds below 20 mph when turning
• Jul 8, 2002 Service bulletinBattery drain service tips
• May 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a condition of popping or grinding noise originating from the front end of the...
• May 1, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding diagnostic trouble code P0156 - H02 / catalyst monitor sensor (CMS) circuit failure)...
• May 1, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding family or rear seat entertainment system handle concerns
• May 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a intermittent hard start and / or long cranking times of 4 to 10 seconds
• May 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a squeal noise from the front brakes during brake application
• Apr 15, 2002 Service bulletinInformation on low tire warning indicator illumination with no diagnostic trouble codes present
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinAn air bag lamp illuminated and / or diagnostic trouble codes B2296 or B2295
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding rear brake lamp illumination after exiting vehicle
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with an AX4N/4F50N transaxle may exhibit a shudder during a 3-4 shift
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a squeal noise from the front brakes when stopping
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a partial latch condition when using the power sliding doors feature
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code B1213, B1342, B1601, B2431
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles built march 1, 2001 through january 2002 may exhibit a whistle / whine noise from the...
• Mar 4, 2002 Service bulletinInformation regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines
• Mar 1, 2002 Service bulletinExhibiting intermittent anti-skid brake system and / or red brake lamp on at times while driving
• Mar 1, 2002 Service bulletinInformation on vehicles with programmable modules
• Mar 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit rear drum brakes that drag or will not release properly when operated in wet...
• Mar 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an inoperative sliding door lock
• Mar 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a rolling idle upon starting the engine after a 3-7 hour soak
• Feb 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles with the rear seat entertainment system may exhibit an inoperative condition
• Jan 21, 2002 Service bulletinSome engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant...
• Jan 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a whistle/whine noise from the steering system during warm up
• Jan 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may experience low tire warning lamp illuminating
• Jan 1, 2002 Service bulletinConcerns with oil in the cooling system
• Jan 1, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding slow/hard to fill fuel tank
• Jan 1, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding shudder while in reverse
• Jan 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a loose rear wiper arm
• Dec 10, 2001 Service bulletinEngine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may run rough at cruise or momentarily after stopping, a check engine light,and P030X codes
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a park pullout clunk noise when shifting from park to another gear position
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit intermittent uncommanded activation of the perimeter anti-theft system
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles with low mileage may exhibit brake roughness and/or pulsation
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinConcerns with low tire warning lamp on
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit inoperative/flickering dome lamp, lamp staying on all the time, coming on by...
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinConcerns with the headlamps that turn on and a blower motor that will operate with the ignition switch in...
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with low tire pressure warning system, may illuminate the low tire warning lamp...
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with 3.8L engines may exhibit a diagnostic trouble code P0460 incontinuous memory
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an inoperative rear wiper motor condition
• Oct 29, 2001 Service bulletinSome ignition switch lock cylinder assemblies may exhibit rougness and / or excess effort in turning, key...
• Oct 15, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing...
• Oct 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit transmission fluid leaking at the quick connect for the transmission cooler lines
• Oct 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on, no start or erratic transaxle shift condition
• Oct 1, 2001 Service bulletinExhibiting instrument panel beeping sound, trac-control off lamp on, and code B2477 stored in the...
• Sep 17, 2001 Service bulletinBrake shift interlock
• Sep 3, 2001 Service bulletinDriveability - malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated - and/or diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's)...
• Sep 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an intermittent key fob remote keyless entry module
• Sep 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a slow / hard to fill fuel tank condition
• Sep 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an engine noise that sounds like a connecting-rod knock or lifter noise
• Sep 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a condition of the rough ride or rear suspension noise
• Aug 6, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks
• Aug 6, 2001 Service bulletinInformation regarding transmission fluid usage charts
• Aug 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation regarding rear entertainment system lock down screws
• Aug 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation regarding new compass setting procedure, pdi must set all
• Aug 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a discharged battery after extended parking, over 30 days, if so, pull power...
• Aug 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an malfunction indicator lamp illuminated,and/or diagnostic trouble codes P0442,...
• Jul 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a continuous rattling noise when the a/c compressor is engaged
• Jul 1, 2001 Service bulletinConcerns with vehicles equipped with a AX4N / 4F50N transaxle exhibiting a shudder during a 3-4 shift
• Jul 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a rough ride and / or a rear suspension noise
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles that display less than 5000 miles on the odometer may exhibit a pull / drift while driving
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinExhibiting a hairline crack with no loss of mirror function in the heated / signal mirror surface
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit intermittent uncommanded activation of the perimemter anti-theft system
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may set a diagnostic trouble code P0442 (evaporative emission control system leak detected)...
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles maye exhibit a red brake warning lamp on condition without any brake system concerns or...
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an inoperative / flickering dome light, light staying on all the time, coming on...
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a hoot noise from the vapor management valve
• May 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding AX4N transaxle diagnostic pint point test C3 error
• May 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with AX4N or 4F50N transaxle may exhibit a fluid leak from the main control cover area
• May 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a hooting sound from the vacuum management valve (VMV)
• Apr 2, 2001 Service bulletinVehicles equipped with passive anti-theft system (PATS) may not start or crank
• Apr 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit fogging of the front and side windows
• Apr 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding speedometer calibration tolerance specifications
• Apr 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a low tire warning (LTW) lamp on
• Apr 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a red brake warning indicator on condition
• Apr 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with the highback front seats (without side air bags) may exhibit a twisted seat...
• Mar 19, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a power steering fluid leak from the end seals of the steering rack and pinion
• Mar 5, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles equpped with a 3.8L engine may exhibit a power steering grunt noise while turning
• Mar 5, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5W-20 motor oil
• Mar 1, 2001 Service bulletinSpecial service instruction for AX4N transaxle inspection / replacement on certain 2001 model year vehicles
• Mar 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation on indexing orange dot on torque converter to flexplate
• Mar 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit intermittent operation of the remote keyless entry system (key fob)
• Mar 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome fleet customers may want to disable the child lock feature on the sliding doors and prevent it from...
• Feb 5, 2001 Service bulletinSeat belt warning system - belt reminder function, operation and service tips
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an uneven or notchy steering feel when turning to the right or left
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject on regarding check engine light on with diagnostic trouble code P0741 / P0744
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinExhibiting shudder while driving downhill in manual 1ST
• Dec 1, 2000 Service bulletinSubject regarding demonstration / delivery hold - safety recall 00S26 supplement #4 - restraint control...
• Dec 1, 2000 Service bulletinExperiencing creek noise from rear of vehicle
• Dec 1, 2000 Service bulletinSome vehcles that display less than 5000 miles on the odometer may exhibit a pull / drift while driving
• Nov 1, 2000 Service bulletinSome vehicles with less than 2000 miles / 3000 km may exhibit a noise from the front brakes
• Nov 1, 2000 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with 3.8L engine may exhibit a diagnostic trouble code P0460 in continuous memory
• Nov 1, 2000 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an a/c grunt / grind (slugging) noise on initial a/c start-up
• Nov 1, 2000 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with a family or rear seat entertainment system may exhibit a broken release handle...
• Sep 1, 2000 Service bulletinOn some vehicles, it may be possible for the restraint control module (RCM) to inadvertently activate an...
• Sep 1, 2000 Service bulletinOn some vehicles the front door window belt molding is loose
• Apr 1, 2000 Service bulletinInformation regarding class II trailer tow - high speed ambient temperature package on 2000 and 2001 models
• Apr 1, 2000 Service bulletinInformation regarding class II trailer tow - high speed ambient temp package
• Jan 1, 2000 Service bulletinInformation regarding factory remote keyless entry (RKE) code or lost identification card
• Jan 1, 2000 Service bulletinVehicles may exhibit malfunction indicator lamp illumination and multiple diagnostic trouble codes, mostly...