2002 Mercury Cougar technical service bulletins

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

• Dec 13, 2004 Service bulletinGeneral (PCM) power train control module programming procedures
• Nov 1, 2004 Service bulletinGeneral power train control module (PCM) programming procedures
• Sep 6, 2004 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips
• Aug 9, 2004 Service bulletinRear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair
• 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
• May 1, 2004 Service bulletinEngine hesitation, loss of power, surging, and other similar symptoms as a result of contamination of the...
• Feb 1, 2004 Service bulletinDiagnostic trouble code P1000 (OBD systems readiness test not complete) resetting after it has already cleared
• Jan 26, 2004 Service bulletinStreamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble...
• Jan 1, 2004 Service bulletinSteering column shipped without crush pad - reuse original crush pad if not damaged
• 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 4, 2003 Service bulletinThe malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may be illuminated and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P1380, P1381,...
• Jul 21, 2003 Service bulletinNew transmission cooler flusher - service tips
• May 12, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457,...
• Apr 1, 2003 Service bulletinHesitation / surge on steady acceleration between 3000 and 4000 RPM
• Mar 31, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp on with or without rough running, lack of power, surge or poor fuel economy...
• Feb 3, 2003 Service bulletinStreamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on and diagnostic...
• Jan 1, 2003 Service bulletinHesitation/surge during acceleration between 3000-4000 RPM
• Oct 14, 2002 Service bulletinClimate control a/c service tech tips
• Oct 1, 2002 Service bulletinCoolant lamp illuminated after cluster replacement
• Sep 2, 2002 Service bulletinLamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock
• Jul 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with a 2.5L engine may exhibit multiple misfire diagnostic trouble codes with no...
• May 1, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding wiper blade edge guard protectors
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a buzzing noise coming from the dash near the climate control system with less...
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code B1213, B1342, B1601, B2431
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinBattery lamp on, however the charging system is functioning properly
• Mar 18, 2002 Service bulletinThis bulletin involves proper procedures for preparation of service sheet metal parts coated with electro...
• Mar 4, 2002 Service bulletinInformation regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines
• Mar 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome cougars may exhibit higher than normal steering efforts and / or steering system leaks
• Feb 4, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with the CD4E transaxle may exhibit harsh and delayed 1-2/2-3 upshifts after...
• Feb 1, 2002 Service bulletinConcern with headlamps and/or instrument panel lamps dimming slightly at idle
• Jan 21, 2002 Service bulletinSome engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant...
• Dec 10, 2001 Service bulletinEngine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure
• Dec 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with a duratec engine may experience engine damage as a result of microscopic...
• Nov 12, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a condition where the defroster grille edges lift out of the dash pad
• Oct 29, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit condensation in the headlamps
• Oct 15, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing...
• Sep 17, 2001 Service bulletinBrake shift interlock
• Aug 6, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks
• Aug 6, 2001 Service bulletinInformation regarding transmission fluid usage charts