1998 Mercury Sable technical service bulletins
184 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 1998 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
- General (PCM) power train control module programming procedures
- General power train control module (PCM) programming procedures
- Groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park with the vehicle parked on an incline
- Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457 or...
- 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...
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457,...
- 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
- Exhaust system y-pipe crack at the noise vibration harness bracket
- 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 vehicles equipped with an AX4N/4F50N transaxle may exhibit a shudder during a 3-4 shift
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines
- 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...
- 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...
- Brake shift interlock
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks
- Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts
- Concerns with vehicles equipped with a AX4N / 4F50N transaxle exhibiting a shudder during a 3-4 shift
- 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
- Service action 00E11, supplement #1 - update information regarding on-board diagnostic system upgrade
- Some vehicles may exhibit a power window that will not operate downward because it's stuck / bound to the...
- Service action bulletin regarding on-board diagnostic system upgrade
- A separation between layers of the instrument panel
- Some vehicles may experience a separation between layers of the instrument panel
- Information pertaining to duratec oil pan investigation
- A condition may exist where reduced deceleration feel and less engine RPM reduction at closed throttle...
- Some vehicles equipped with an AX4N transaxle may exhibit a shudder during a 3-4 shift
- A transeal coating is on the front and rear bumpers
- 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) illumination
- Information used to service AX4N transaxle equipped vehicles exhibiting shudder during 3-4 shift
- Exhibiting an oil leak from the engine oil pan
- Information on diagnosing a vehicle with malfunction indicator lamp illuminated and diagnostic trouble...
- Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks
- For vehicles that require configuration of the electronic crash sensor moudle to settings other than the...
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses
- Information on using peanut style a/c fittings
- Service tip for vehicles built 11/1/1997 - 2/15/1999 with single illuminated vanity mirror sun visors...
- Information regarding a/c peanut o-ring color
- Subject regarding service tip for sun visor bracket breakage
- 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 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...
- Subject pertaining to the sbds relative cam timing test which has been temporarily removed from use on...
- Subject regarding the sbds relative cam timing test
- Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda
- Subject regarding ford quality renewal (FQR) assemblies
- Information diagnosing vehicles that may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble...
- Some vehicles may exhibit front suspension noise due to front strut, front sway bar links or symptoms such...
- Some vehicles with 3.0L 4-VALVE engines built between 12/17/97 and 6/30/99 may exhibit a hard start / long...
- 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)...
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with spark knock; rolling idle; and / or misfire codes stored in memory. tt
- 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...
- Information on the availability of ford quality renewal 2.5L and 3.0L 4V engines
- Subject regarding ford quality renewal (FQR) exchange program
- Service tip information regarding the redesigned AX4N pump gasket
- Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip
- Ford motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered...
- Subject regarding electronic crash sensor (ECS) module location
- Concerns with buzz or vibration with the gear selector in park
- Information on resetting the passive anti-theft system (PATS)
- Important information on removing rear tie down brackets during pre-delivery
- Information on removing rear tie down brackets during pdi as required
- 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
- Vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes P0135 or P0155 caused by the powertrain control module...
- Information on determining onboard vapor recovery (ORVR) vs
- Concerns with reverse clutch that could become sheared or torn in extremely cold temperatures
- Vehicle may exhibit a diahnostic trouble code P0135 or P0155 caused by the powertrain control module (PCM)...
- Subject regarding redesigned transaxle pump gasket to remove gasket material that could break off and...
- 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
- Concerns with the potential effects of adhesives used for body panel repairs
- Concerns of a possible chafing of the fuel pump assembly wires resulting in an open fuse and/or inoperable...
- Some vinyl covered items such as dash panels, door trim panels, consoles, etc., may exhibit a small dent,...
- 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
- Information on installing a new fuel pump on certain vehicles
- Information on vehicles exhibiting an inoperative power window
- Information on front disc brake rotor protectors currently being installed on certain vehicles
- Some vehicles may exhibit an inoperative power window concerns
- Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip
- Issues regareding diagnostic trouble codes ( dtcs ) P0705, P0708, P1704, and / or P1705 may be stored in...
- Some vehicles with a very low odometer reading may experience a lack temperature control
- Information regarding replacement and / or repairs on any lock component
- Some vehicles will be delivered with covers over the front brake rotors
- Some vehicles experience a hard start/long crank time condition
- Some vehicles were calibrated with increased air flow at closed throttle to prevent tip-in bumps, a result...
- Vehicles may exhibit a buzz or rattle condition on a cold start or during a low RPM stead speed
- 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 (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
- Concerns with adhensives not recommended for body panel repairs
- Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system
- Clunk or plop coming from front end
- Engine spark knock on acceleration
- Fuel gauge accuracy or fuel gauge erratic operation
- Some 1996-1998 taurus/sable vehicles with 3.0L 4-V engine may exhibit a concern of moan noise at idle.
- Locks failed
- A direct replacement part for the evaporative emission canister and bracket assembly
- Some vehicles may exhibit malfunction indicator light on with evaporative diagnostic trouble codes P0442,...
- Important pre-delivery information regarding some vehicles delivered with covers over the front brake rotors
- 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 manual locks built between 4/7/98 and 7/17/98 may have a concern of excessive power...
- Subject regarding vehicles which will be delivered with covers over the front brake rotors
- Subject regarding service evaporator assemblies
- Some vehicles may experience an no forward or reverse movement
- Transaxles use a new transmission fluid
- 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
- 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 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
- Exerpeincing a moaning noise heard from the power steering during engine idle
- Cooling system concerns such as: stuck thermostat; vibration or thumping from engine'; leaking radiator or...
- Some difficulty in matching the texture of the OEM anti-chip stone abrasion material to rpair materials...
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Service procedure for blue service tagged transaxles
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent neutral condition after driving and coming to a stop
- Some vehicles may exhibit an overheat conditon and / or a thermostat stuck-closed
- Repairs to vinyl covered surfaces
- Service tips for surface defect removal without repainting
- Exhibiting a vibration at sppeds of 45 mph and above with the cruise on.
- Information regarding incorrect pin point test
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Fuel pump replacement procedure - service tip
- 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
- MIL light on with evaporative DTC P0442, P0455
- Pats key programming
- Information on programming / diagnosing any passive anti-theft system (PATS) related issues
- Some vehicles may exhibit an overheat condition with possible engine failure
- Diagnostic and inspection procedure for front suspension noise
- Concerns with harsh engagements and harsh shifts with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) 628, P0741 and/or P1744
- Experiencing difficulty diagnosing vehicles with evaporative fuel system diagnostic trouble codes
- Experiencing difficulties with the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)
- Some vehicles may experience static in the AM band of the radio while driving
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