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November 1, 1998 Service bulletin

Some vehicles were calibrated with increased air flow at closed throttle to prevent tip-in bumps, a result...

Ford technical service bulletin 12066 for 1998-1999 Ford Taurus, 1998-1999 Mercury Sable and 1998-1999 Ford Taurus Sho.

Bulletin number
12066
Component
Vehicle speed control
Summary
Some vehicles were calibrated with increased air flow at closed throttle to prevent tip-in bumps, a result may be reduced deceleration feel and less engine RPM reduction at closed throttle with the vehicle moving. Mjs

Owners of these vehicles have filed 271 complaints in the acceleration category.

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