1996 Mercury Sable technical service bulletins
261 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 1996 Mercury Sable.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Surge, idle roll, rough idle only when the engine cooling fans are operating
- Groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park with the vehicle parked on an incline
- Remote keyless entry (RKE) - service tips
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips
- Torque converter clutch not engaging when commanded and/or diagnostic trouble codes P0741 or P1744 stored...
- Erratic operation of the cool/warm function of the temperature control system - repair procedure for...
- Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (CMP) installation...
- Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (CMP) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge,...
- Climate control a/c service tech tips
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock
- Some vehicles equipped with the 3.0L 4V duratec engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp...
- Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant...
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure
- Some vehicles may exhibit a groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park
- Some vehicles may exhibit a park pullout clunk noise when shifting from park to another gear position
- Some vehicles may exhibit a check engine light and/or EGR diagnostic trouble codes 332, P0401, P1407...
- Brake shift interlock
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks
- Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts
- On some vehicles, engine oil may continue to leak from the engine oil pan gasket area after an engine oil...
- Cooling system conditions such contaminated / corroded coolant; leaking / discolored coolant overflow...
- Vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft system (PATS) may not start or crank
- Some vehicles equpped with 3.0L 2V vulcan or 4V duratec engine may exhibit an exhaust rust-thru, weld...
- Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5W-20 motor oil
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent loss of integrated control panel (ICP) illumination
- Some vehicles may exhibit a power window that will not operate downward because it's stuck / bound to the...
- A separation between layers of the instrument panel
- Some vehicles may experience a separation between layers of the instrument panel
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent loss of integrated control panel (ICP) illumination
- Some vehicles may exhibit DTC P1518 and / or P1519, related to intake manifold runner control (IMRC)
- Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code P1518 and/or P1519, related to intake manifold runner...
- Some vehicles equipped with compact disc changer may exhibit a 6 disc cd changer that is not ejecting the...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a rattling or clunking noise from the front end (front stabilizer link) under...
- Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip
- Vehicles may exhibit intermittent instrument control panel (ICP) illumination.
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent loss of instrument control panel (ICP).
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent loss of instrument control panel (ICP) illumination
- Information regarding passenger air bag module be replacement during normal vehicle service after...
- Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- Service information for musty and mildew type odors coming from the air conditioning / heating system
- Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance...
- Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure
- Some vehicles equipped with AX4S transaxle, may exhibit a harsh 2-3 downshift may occur when coasting...
- Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with...
- Information regarding the winners of the edsr of the month quality awards for the month of august
- Information regarding camshaft position (CMP) sensor alignment tool chart
- Information regarding slight vibration upon acceleration
- Some vehicles equipped with the AX4S transaxle may exhibit a harsh 3-2 downshift when coasting around a...
- Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda
- 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)...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1135 or...
- 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...
- Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip
- Ford motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered...
- Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (PCMS)
- Information on servicing oil pan gasket leaks
- Experiencing a squeaking and / or popping noise from the front outer tire rods
- Concerns with reverse clutch that could become sheared or torn in extremely cold temperatures
- Information on transaxle service case replacement with oss (output shaft speed sensor) hole
- Some vehicles may exhibit front outer tie rods squeak and / or pop noise over bumps and / or turning
- Installation of cooling system by-pass kit
- Concerns of a possible chafing of the fuel pump assembly wires resulting in an open fuse and/or inoperable...
- Exhibiting an inoperative power window
- Concerns with the timing arrows/flags on the back of the camshaft sprocket (s) are mis-marked by as much...
- Diagnostic service tips on passive anti theft system ( pats )
- Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) to reduce the possibility of...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern
- Some vehicles may exhibit a ngs error message, total checksum error after ngs / sbts PCM reprogramming
- Information on installing a new fuel pump on certain vehicles
- Some vehicles may exhibit contaminated / corroded coolant, high or fluctuating temp gauge, coolant odor,...
- Information on vehicles exhibiting an inoperative power window
- Some vehicles may exhibit an inoperative power window concerns
- Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip
- Information regarding replacement and / or repairs on any lock component
- Some vehicles experience a hard start/long crank time condition
- Some vehicles equipped with 3.0L 2-VALVE engines may exhibit a spark knock concern on acceleration
- Exhibiting a higher than expected engine RPM (FLARE) and harsh bump on the 3-2 torque demand down shift at...
- Vehicles may exhibit a buzz or rattle condition on a cold start or during a low RPM stead speed
- Repeat message regarding contaminated / corroded coolant, high or fluctuating temp gauge; coolant odor,...
- Some vehicles equipped with pats (securilock) except certain models now have availability of fleet keys...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a slight vibration during acceleration only
- Some vehicles may exhibit a ngs error message after ngs/sbts PCM reprogramming
- Repeat message regarding hard start / long crank condition
- Some vehicles (3.0L 4 valve only) may exhibit a catalytic converter buzz or rattle condition on a cold...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern
- Information regarding TSB 98-5A-12 (transaxle/transmission/transfer case-vehicles towed behind...
- Information on installation a new fuel pump , ensure that the pump has plastic sheathing over the wires
- Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system
- Contaminated/corroded coolant, high or fluctuating temperature gauge
- Clunk or plop coming from front end
- Hard start/long crank.
- Engine spark knock on acceleration
- Fuel gauge accuracy or fuel gauge erratic operation
- The owner notification program 98B23 contained incorrect labor allowance and coolant part number information
- Locks failed
- Some vehicles may exhibit contaminated / corroded coolant, high or fluctuating temp gauge, coolant odor,...
- Subject regarding general stalling concerns
- Diagnosing hard start / long crank condition
- Information on the service evaporator assemblies
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard / no start concern when parked in a steep nose-up position with less than...
- Some vehicles with AX4S transaxles may exhibit a concern of increased engine RPM and bump on the 3-2...
- Subject regarding service evaporator assemblies
- The front end accessory drive (FEAD) belt may slip momentarily in wet conditions causing a reduction in...
- Some vehicles may experience an no forward or reverse movement
- 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 new silicone gasket and sealant
- Owner notification program 98B18- cooling system by-pass kit installation
- Vehicles experiencing coolant odor, coolant overflow, high or fluctuating temp gauge readings, blown or...
- Experiencing a hard start / long crank
- Some engine valves may exhibit a customer concern of a moan noise at idle
- A revised forward clutch inner seal for the axod, axode, AX4S & AX4N transaxle is available with improved...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a steering groan noise
- Some vehicles equipped with 3.0L 4-VALVE engines may exhibit a customer concern of a moan noise at idle
- When diagnosing crank / no start on certain vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft (PATS) check the...
- Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system
- Torque converter clutch not engaging and/or diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0741 or P1744 stored in memory
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use
- Some vehicles may cycle when brakes are applied on rough roads or on an incline while making a sharp turn
- Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent neutral condition after driving and coming to a stop
- Exhibiting a vibration at sppeds of 45 mph and above with the cruise on.
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Subject regarding passive anti theft system (PATS) diagnostic service tips
- Information regarding programming / diagnosing passive anti-theft system (PATS) related issues
- Some vehicles may exhibit B1522 or gem "hood sw" pid concerns
- Engine check lamp on with misfire dtc(s).
- Information on programming / diagnosing any passive anti-theft system (PATS) related issues
- Diagnostic and inspection procedure for front suspension noise
- Vehicles exhibiting a "squeaking" or "chirping" from the blower motor at low blower motor speeds
- Concerns with harsh engagements and harsh shifts with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) 628, P0741 and/or P1744
- Some vehicles during wet weather conditions and/or when driving through puddles and /or the crankshaft...
- Some vehicles may experience static in the AM band of the radio while driving
- Vehicles may experience a knock or wop noise in the passenger compartment
- Deactivation procedure - clarification of instructions in service manual
- Some vehicles may exhibit a clunking noise from the rear suspension when driving over bumps
- Harsh 1-2 upshift
- When performing the air bag deactivation procedure, the service manuals do not clearly state which...
- Vehicles exhibiting hard/no start condition when vehicles parked for an extended period of time in a...
- Stall- stalling on transaxle engagement- cold engine- 3.0L 2-VALVE vehicles
- Hesitation- on acceleration- vehicles with 3.0L 4-VALVE engine
- Steering- steering column- air bag sliding contact servicing- service tip
- Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage
- Blower motor- "chirping" or "squeaking" from blower motor at low speeds
- Transaxle- AX4S/AX4N- diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) 628, P0741 and/or P1744 stored in memory after...
- Interior- leather seat cleaning procedure- service tip
- Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts
- Repeat power steering grunt/groan after completion of TSB 97-02-04
- Micron filter - reminder that the filter must be changed every 15000 miles - symptoms that might indicate...
- TSB 96-26-05 does not list calibrations 6-14S-R08, 6-14S-R10 and 6-14S-R11 as qualifiers for reprogramming...
- Groan or moan noise from the power steering when returning from a right turn
- Concern of water ingestion in engine
- Update calibration information to correct hesitation/stumble noticeable at tip in.
- Stall on cold engagement
- Vehicles may exhibit a fluttering noise, when in floor mode, due to the floor/defrost door separating from...
- Vehicles are equipped with passive anti-theft system (PATS) - vehicle will not start without the correct...
- Air conditioning- R-134A tracer dye installed in a/c system and three o-ring spring lock couplers- service tip
- Battery oes dead overnight
- Thump/klunk noise from front suspension area
- Concern of surge between 35-45 mph
- This is an update to an existing oasis message for hessitation/stumble on vehicles
- Knock or wop noise from the engine compartment near the front of the engine
- Groan or moan noise from the power steering when returning from a right turn
- Vehicles have a cabin air filter that must be changed every 15000 miles
- Buzz noise in AX4S transaxles
- For 1996 3.0L 2-VALVE vehicles stop updating the processor to the R-12 calibration
- Battery goes dead- check the current draw with an ammeter
- Thump/clunk noise from front suspension area
- Surge at steady cruise (power train shuffle), misfire codes, stalls at high ambient temperatures
- Water leak at the right front floor on vehicles, check for a broken cowl top inner panel shield
- 3.0L-2V vehicles built at the atlanta assembly plant from june, 1995 until january 3, 1996, that...
- Replacing front rear struts on a vehicle, the replacement strut may appear to be appoximately 2" too short
- When running pp test B1522-1, test says to install ngs and select pid hood sw- pid hood sw should read...
- Buzz noise in AX4S transaxles at all speeds or idle on vehicles
- When running pp test B1522-1, test says to install ngs and select pid hood sw
- Replacing front or rear struts on a 1996/97 vehicle, the replacement strut may appear to be approximately...
- 1996 3.0L-2V efi vehicles built at the atlanta assembly plant from june, 1995 until january 3, 1996, that...
- Water leak at the right front floor, check for a broken cowl top inner panel shield
- Some vehicles may exhibit a fluttering noise when in floor mode
- Passive anti-theft system
- Update to ssm 10133 for hesitation/stumble of vehicles
- Frame - subframe insulators - clunk on heavy acceleration and/or deceleration heard or felt in floor pan...
- Steering - grunting or groaning noise during steering wheel return from full right turn - vehicles built...
- Suspension - clunking noise from front suspension - taurus sable built through 1/14/97 - continental built...
- A buzz noise in AX4S transaxles on 1996/97 taurus/sable and windstars
- For 1996 3.OL 2-VALVE vehicles stop updating the processor to the R-12 calibration
- Removing or replacing one of the front strut springs on a 1996/97 taurus or sable vehicle use rotunda...
- Residual brake pressure on the rear brakes of a 1996-1997 taurus or sable, make sure to support the rear...
- Exhibithing a hesitation/stumble
- Water leak in the rear of a taurus or sable wagon, check for water entering in at the rear hatch hinges
- The crankshaft damper bolt, found underneath the pulley has a standard right and left hand thread
- Moisture CAN become trapped between the rubber molding and lens edge of the rear tail lamps
- Noisy fuel pumps on 1996/1997 taurus/sable vehicles
- ABS indicator illumination with DTC C1095
- Uneven idle RPM, stall, rough running, surge, and/or spark knock when the cooling fans come on at a idle
- The rear main seal removal tool listed in the service manual for the 3.0L 4V duratic and 4.6L continental...
- Groan noise from power steering
- Noisy fuel pumps on 1996/97 vehicles
- Engines are equipped with a unique crankshaft pulley assembly which threads into the crankshaft damper...
- Vehicles exhibiting a hesitation/stumble- condition is noticeable at tip in and during a 4-2 downshift-...
- Verify the transaxle installed in the vehicle is the correct model and model year for the vehicle
- Residual brake presure on the rear brakes of a 1996-1997 vehicle, make sure to support the rear control...
- Removing or replacing one of the front strut spring on a vehicle us a rotunda #014-00781 strut spring...
- May have no audio in cddj mode
- Suspension - rear - availability of camber kit to improve inner edge wear on rear tires
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) - diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304,...
- Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning...
- Transaxle - AX4S - extended 2-3 shift and/or higher than expected engine RPM during 2-3 shift at light to...
- Door handles - outside - high efforts and/or rough feeling while operating - vehicles equipped with...
- Locks - replace and/or repair any lock component - service tip
- Steering - continuous reduction in power steering assist when shifting into reverse or drive - vehicles...
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) - diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304,...
- Powertrain control module -reprogram powertrain control module (PCM) - service procedures - service tip
- Noise-"creaking" in a-pillar when going over bumps and/or turning-vehicles built through 12/31/96
- Interior trim - headliner sag in rear - vehicles built through 11/15/95
- Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements
- Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip
- Concerns of taurus/sable front door handles that have high efforts and/or feel rough when operating
- Repeat fuse failure, concerns of inoperative speed control and/or air conditioning
- The EGR tube torque specifications in service manual are incorrect
- Instructions on performing the inspection during recall 96S51
- Thump/clunk noise from front suspension area
- Surge at steady state cruise (power train shuffel)
- Check engine light, code P030X, with no driveability complaint
- Procedure for stalling on decel & misfire codes when updating the calibration from R-11 to R-12
- Vehicles exhibiting lean codes P0171 & P0174 (vacuum leak)
- Concerns of a surge (powertrain shuffle) at 35-40 mph
- Windshield and interior glass - fog/film
- Long crank - sticking idle air control (IAC) valve - vehicles built from 11/1/94 through 3/30/96 -stall -...
- Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip
- Repetitive thumping/knocking noise proportional to wheel speed when braking
- Air bag test results directs tech to B1977-4, which is incorrect
- Concerns of vehicle stall, hesitation stumble, rough idle, missing, fuel pressure, or fuel pressure...
- Procedure for concerns of ride quality
- For concerns of stalling, reflash PCM w/ 1996 calibration (R11 level)
- Firestone P235 tires may exhibit a high frequency vibration at 65-75 mph
- Information for concerns of grunt or groan during wheel return from full right turn
- Procedure for updating the calibration from R-11 to R-12 for stalling on decel & misfire codes on 3.0L...
- A condition may exist where the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may illuminate and code 0446 may be...
- Concerns with the right side engine block drain plug hole and plug is oversized
- For concerns of loss of radio sound, power windows & lock functions & increased p/s effort when trans is...
- Revised R10 calibration is available for random stalls, no starts, performance complaints & codes 1358,...
- Correct adhesive for the headliner is WSB-M2G355-A a TSB is forthcoming for a new headliner for early...
- Hard/no start condition after extended soak on steep incline, may be caused by fuel delivery module (9A407)
- 3.0L, AX4S/AX4N transaxle, trans engagements from park to reverse or drive may be harsh after start up...
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because...
- The AX4S transaxles contain elastomeric gaskets for the main control cover and the bottom pan
- Announcement of delivery hold and dealer notification program 95B74 for 1996 model taurus and sable cars...
- Equipment - rotunda - new for servicing 1996 taurus/sable
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