1999 Ford Explorer service bulletins & manufacturer communications
412 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 1999 Ford Explorer. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 412
- Ford: certain 1999-2001 model year vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in new york and certain 2001 vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in the state of maine, certified for s…CSP-08B01 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 16, 2008
- Front axle leaks fluid from vent tube - vehicles equipped with 4x4 or awd. *tt030508 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2005
- Warning indicators-parking aid-reverse sensing system (rss) and forward sensing system (fss)-false activation of warning tone-service tips. *mj update. *tt0471 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 31, 2004
- Revised procedure for adjusting alignment on all suspensions - new right hand upper control arm design for torsion bar front suspensions. *tt042419 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Dec 13, 2004
- General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt042107 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 13, 2004
- Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt04189 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 13, 2004
- Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt041514 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 9, 2004
- Rattle noise from primary chain drive area 2000-3000 rpm - 4.0l sohc engine. *tt020801 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 9, 2004
- Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns. *tt031501 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 12, 2004
- Low line pressure reading at wide open throttle (wot), slipping shifts and / or delayed engagements with possible diagnostic trouble codes p0732, p0733, p1762 set on vehicles built…02138 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 10, 2003
- Rattle/buzz sound from under the vehicle on 4.0l single overhead cam (sohc) engines. *tt03199 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 29, 2003
- Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt03181 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 15, 2003
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt03148 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 21, 2003
- An uncommanded shift to 4x4 low. *tt16935 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 2003
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457.…0398 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued May 12, 2003
- Various noise issues from the rear leaf springs while driving. *tt16735 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Fluid may leak out of the front axle vent tube. *tt *jb0358 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 17, 2003
- New service part - number 5 needle bearing and race kit - 4r70w transmission - service tip. *tt03261 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 5, 2003
- Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj02221 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 11, 2002
- Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes p1…870197 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 22, 2002
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj02176 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Sep 2, 2002
- Paint-premature clearcoat cracking-service tips. *mj02171 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 2, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit repeat service for air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble code b1994 (driver side air bag circuit resistance high) and / or b1998 (passenger side air bag…16114 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Aug 1, 2002
- Experiencing a clicking / popping noise from the upper steering column area when turning the steering wheel. *tt16040 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jul 1, 2002
- Concerns with brake vibration, roughness and / or grinding noise, and excessive brake rotor corrosion. *tt15910 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no 1-2 upshift, no 2-3 upshift, a no engine braking condition in manual 1 or diagnostic trouble code p0732 (gear 2 incorrect ratio) or p0733 (gear 3 inc…15887 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2002
- On some vehicles, the electronic automatic temperature control (eatc) blows cold air from the floor ducts on vehicles produced before 9/30/2000 only. *tt0285 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 29, 2002
- Some vehicles built prior to 9/15/2001 may exhibit low line pressure readings while in drive, no 2nd gear, no 3rd gear, no engine braking in manual 1st and slipping shifts and / or…0282 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 29, 2002
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0 sohc (single over-head cam) engine may exhibit a primary timing chain rattle noise. *tt0281 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 29, 2002
- Information on diagnosing engine rattle noise from primary chain drive area between 2000-3000 rpm on cold engine operation only. *tt0276 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 15, 2002
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt0245 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 4, 2002
- Certain vehicles with 4x4 or all-wheel drive may have a fluid leak from the front axle vent tube. *tt0242 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 4, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak, snap, rattle, or clunk in the front end when turning or going over bumps. *tt15692 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 1, 2002
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a check engine light on with diagnostic trouble codes p0300 (random misfire) or p0301. *tt0232 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Feb 18, 2002
- Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt0214 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 21, 2002
- Some vehicles built before april 23, 2001 may exhibit a hard start/long crank after sitting for an hour or more. *tt15567 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Information regarding malfunction indicator light illuminating with diagnostic trouble code p0300/p0301.*yh15563 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Some vehicles including 1997 through 1999 explorer sport trac equipped with a 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a start-up noise from the left front of the engine. *tt15040 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Information on vehicles exhibitng fuel line damage due to pinching/squeezing of the fuel return line. *tt15532 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt01246 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 10, 2001
- Some vehicles built before april 23, 2001 may exhibit a hard start/long crank after sitting for an hour or more due to fuel system contamination. *tt15496 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2001
- Concerns with spark knock noise or chain rattle noise between 2000-3000 rpm, during cold engine operation only. *tt15470 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank condition after sitting for an hour or more. *tt15422 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Concerns with rear wipers that do not sufficiently clean the back glass. *tt15406 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Some ignition switch lock cylinder assemblies may exhibit rougness and / or excess effort in turning, key does not fully return from start, a malfunction indicator lamp may illumin…012113 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 29, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt01205 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 15, 2001
- Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires. *tt01B77 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / onnecting rod bearing knock. *tt01197 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Brake shift interlock.*jb01181 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 17, 2001
- Concerns with high brake pedal force to stop after rotor machining. *tt15249 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise that may be perceived by the customer a s adiesel type noise and is known as marble noise. *tt15226 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Information on service parts for hard start condition. *tt15217 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc01157 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 6, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc01156 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 6, 2001
- On some vehicles the rear wiper arm fails to clean back glass. *et15155 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration during engine warm-up. *slc15138 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent high frequency brake squeal noise. *yh15168 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Information regarding multifunction switch part number clarification. *slc15119 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4r70w automatic transmission may exhibit a clunk noise during the 2-1 downshift event. *tt01137 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 9, 2001
- Some explorer / sport / sport trac equipped with a 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a start-up noise condition from the left front of the engine. *tt15040 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a high-pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front axle area of the vehicle at speeds from 16 to 64 km/h (10 to 40 mph). *tt01114 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 11, 2001
- Some vehicles with 4.0l sohc engines may make a start-up noise from the left front of the engine. *tt15006 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2001
- Concerns with vehicles exhibiting the oil pressure gauge registering low or no oil pressure usually on initial start-up after several hours of cold soak. *tt14907 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 1, 2001
- On some vehicles, including sport and sport trac, the front axle leaks fluid from the vent tube. *tt0186 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 30, 2001
- Vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft system (pats) may not start or crank. *tt0162 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 2, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0 sohc engine may exhibit a primary chain rattle noise (sometimes described as a spark knock-type noise). *tt14868 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2001
- Concerns with vehicles exhbit fluid leakage from the front axle vent tube. *tt14847 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2001
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a fluid leak from the front axle vent tube. *tt14819 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) accompanied by a diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0741 and in some cases p1728. *tt0154 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 19, 2001
- High-pitched front axle squeal or whistle type noise from the front of the vehicle at speeds from 16 to 64 km/h (10 to 40 mph). *tt01411 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 5, 2001
- Information on replacing a gem module on 4x4 vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc, ohv and the neutral tow kit. *tt13879 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit clogged / plugged fuel injectors. *tt13853 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal. *tt13752 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Some vehicles with a4wd may exhibit a vibration / moan at highway speeds. *tt13725 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Subject regarding 4.0l engine hotline phone numbers. *tt13154 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes b1994 and / or b1998 stored in memory. *tt01110 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jan 22, 2001
- Subject pertaining to broken thermostat. *jb14617 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2001
- Some 4.0l vehicles with a4wd built prior to 9/13/99 may exhibit a vibration / pulsation at 0-45 mph on dry pavement under light to moderate acceleration in 4 auto mode which may ch…14586 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2001
- Concerns with broken thermostats on engines. *jb14583 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2001
- Vehicles may experience start up timing chain noise. *jb14560 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with 4r70w transmission may exhibit the tcil on with diagnostic trouble code p0741 (torque converter clutch system performance or stuck off) in continuous me…14554 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 1, 2001
- Subject regarding owner notification suppllemental program for vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines - camshaft chain tensioner and lower intake manifold gasket additional cover…00M12 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2000
- On some vehicles, the accelerator pedal bracket may become loose or separated from the dash panel. This may be caused by repeated excessive force on the accelerator pedal, resultin…00243 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Nov 27, 2000
- Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt002310 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 13, 2000
- Some vehicles built through 01/1999 and equipped with a 5.0l engine may exhibit a cold start or hot engine deceleration noise coming from the #5 cylinder. *tt14489 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2000
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0l engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator light (mil) on with possible diagnostic trouble codes p0351, p0352, p0353 and / or p0354 in self test wi…14451 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 1, 2000
- Ford motor company is providing additional coverage for the 4.0l sohc camshaft chain tensioner and lower intake manifold gasket. *tt00M12 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2000
- Subject regarding climate control - eatc - blower motor control service tips. *jb00213 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 16, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit hesitation on acceleration or while turning. *jb00201 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Oct 2, 2000
- Subject regarding pop / creak noise from the rear underbody while driving. *jb14371 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit the oil pressure gauge registering low or no oil pressure usually on initial strt-up after several hours of cold soak. *jb14345 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 1, 2000
- Subject pertaining to supplemental tire inflation label. *jb00L09 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2000
- Subject regarding vibration, shake, resonance noise at speeds above 72 km/h (45mph). *jb00143 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 10, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise from the front lower door hinge(s) when opening or closing the doors. *tt14198 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 1, 2000
- Some vehicles equipped with a 5.0l engine may exhibit a rubbing noise during right hand turns from the rear of the vehicle. **mr0083 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 17, 2000
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0l ohv engine may experience a vibration or buzz at the accelerator pedal. **mr0075 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 3, 2000
- Some vehicles may come in for a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code p0171 and/or p0174 in self test. **mr14061 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / no start condition when attempting to start the vehicle. *tt14090 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion oil seal area. **mr14056 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may experience an oil leak at the rear crankshaft area after service. **mr14048 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion oil seal area. **mr8512 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may experience an oil leak at the rear crankshaft area after service. **mr8493 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Information regarding pump alignment tools. **mr8164 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Information regarding multifunction switch replacement. **mr00B40 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may experience a squawking/eeking noise that may be heard from the clutch on acceleration from a stop or when under load in first gear. *mjs0057 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 6, 2000
- Some vehicles built through 11/22/99 and equipped with 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit various driveability conditions that lead to idle air control (iac) valve replacement. *tt14010 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2000
- Concerns with vibration or buzz at accelerator pedal. New cable available. *tt13983 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Mar 1, 2000
- Some vehicles built through 11/22/99 and equipped with 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit various driveability conditions that lead to idle air control (iac) valve replacement. *tt8420 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2000
- Experiencing a vibration or buzz at the accelerator pedal. A new cable is available. *tt8351 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Mar 1, 2000
- Vehicles may experience buzzing and or grinding noise during 2-3 shift- vehicles equipped with m50d transmission and built before 11/1/99. *mjs0036 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 7, 2000
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0l engines and all wheel drive (awd) transfer case may exhibit a condition of 4x4 indicators flashing and multiple gem diagnostic trouble codes. *tt13857 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Feb 1, 2000
- 4.0l ohv engine equipped vehicles may exhibit clogged / plugged fuel injectors. *tt13853 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Engineering is currently investigating concerns with vehicles exhibiting a vibration at highway speeds. *tt13843 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Some vehicles with 4.0l sohc engine and built prior to 9/21/99 may exhibit a vibration or buzz felt through the accelerator pedal which is most noticeable during acceleration under…8200 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Information on 5r55e - 4r55e - 4r44e pump alignment tools. *tt8164 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Subject regarding neutral tow inoperative after gem replacement. *tt8149 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0l engine and all wheel drive (awd) transfer case may exhibit a condition of 4x4 indicators flashing and multiple gem diagnostic trouble codes. *tt8119 · Technical service bulletin · Interior Lighting · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit clogged / plugged fuel injectors. *tt8097 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Feb 1, 2000
- For vehicles exhibiting a vibration at highway speeds, engineering is currently investigating this issue and is looking for vehicles that have been into the dealership more than on…8090 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration at highway speeds. Engineering is currently investigating this issue and is looking for vehicles that have been into dealerships more than onc…8037 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs0015 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 10, 2000
- Some vehicles built through 01/1999, equipped with a 5.0l engine may exhibit a cold start or hot engine deceleration noise coming from the #5 cylinder. *tt14489 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0l engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator light (mil) on with possible diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p0351, p0352, p0353 and / or p0354 in self t…14451 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration at highway speeds. *mjs13813 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration at highway speeds. *mjs13807 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Vehicles equipped with m5od r1 transmissions mat exhibit a 2-3 upshift grind. *mjs13794 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal. *mjs13752 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may experience a condition of no 4 x 4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4 x 4 low range. *mjs13745 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Some all wheel drive vehicles may experience a low speed whining noise from the transfer case. *mjs13723 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engine and built prior to 11/23/99 may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration during engine warm-up. *mjs13709 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration at highway speeds. *mjs8022 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Buzzing and grinding notchy noise when shifting(2-3 upshift).8008 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Front axle pinion lil seal leaks.7918 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration during engine warm-up.7904 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2000
- The vehicle may exhibit the speedometer/odometer inoperative as well as malfunction indicator lamps illuminated or flashing after the generic electronic module (gem), central timer…7885 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Information on vehicles exhibiting a "no 2-step unlock" or a false diagnostic trouble code b1834 (door unlock disarm output - cir) stored in memory. *tt996868 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 6, 1999
- On some vehicles, the front windshield wipers may operate while the multifunction switch is in the off position. *tt99243 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Nov 29, 1999
- Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks. *tt99242 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 15, 1999
- A temperature gauge fluctuation and / or a knocking / thumping noise may be audible inthe passenger compartment on some vehicles. *tt99238 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 15, 1999
- Information on diagnosing a vehicle with malfunction indicator lamp illuminated and diagnostic trouble codes p0442 and p0455 stored in continuous memory. *tt99234 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 15, 1999
- Information regarding clean air tube retaining clamps / throttle body cam. *tt13465 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Experiencing water leak into the vehicle through the moonroof opening. *tt99228 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an air bag lamp on with side air bag diagnostic trouble codes b1994 and / or b1998 in self test. *tt13581 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Nov 1, 1999
- A condition may exist where the left front power window is inoperative. *tt13512 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Nov 1, 1999
- All 4x4 vehicles with electronic shift onthe fly transfer cases will display contact plate pids opposite of the 1999 or earlier workshop manual indicates when using ngs with 15.0 l…13505 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an air bag lamp on with side air bag diagnostic trouble codes b1994 and b1998 in self test. Engineering has released a robust overlay harness to install o…13563 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv or 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit various driveability symptoms due to injector(s) contamination. *tt13545 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit an overheat condition that may be attributed to the thermostat. Engineering is currently investigating this issue and is l…13527 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Concerns with vehicles exhibiting an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal. Engineering is currently addressing this issue through the high milage / time-in-service concern reso…13504 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit excessive oil consumption as reported by the customer. *tt13484 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with rear load leveling system may exhibit an air suspension light on with diagnostic trouble code c1726 in self test. *tt13483 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration / groan on acceleration or take-off due to the rear transmission mount being twisted and allowing a ground out condition to occur. *tt13482 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engine and manual transmission may exhibit a squawk noise from the clutch on take off. *tt13442 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Experiencing very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds (parking lot type maneuvers). *tt13440 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator light on with diagnostic trouble code p1309 in self test. *tt13437 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Experiencing a popping, snapping or ticking noise from the right a-pillar / upper door hinge area whle driving. *tt13435 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit the left front power window inoperative. *tt7536 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Nov 1, 1999
- All vehicles with electronic shift on the fly transfer cases will display contact plate pids opposite of what the 1999 or earlier workshop manual indicates when using ngs with 15.0…7494 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit excessive oil consumption as reported by the customer. *tt7471 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with rear load leveling system may exhibit an air suspension light on with diagnostic trouble code c1726 in self test. *tt7470 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration / groan on acceleration or take off.7468 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- This bulletin states that whenever the clean air tube retaining clamps are removed for any repair, procedures must be followed to insure proper clearance between the throttle cam a…7440 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator light on with diagnostic trouble code p1309 in self test. *tt7420 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a popping, snapping or ticking noise from the right a pillar / upper door hinge area while driving. *tt7418 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with manual transmission may exhibit neutral gear rollover noise (a light metallic rattling sound from the transmission) which occurs at idle with transmissi…7366 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise from the rear while driving, especially when going bumps. *tt7360 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4x4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4x4 low range, with no diagnostic trouble codes stored in the gem module. *tt7353 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Some vehicles built between 12/1/1998 and 8/31/1999 equipped with 5.0l engine may exhibit a lack of heat, exhaust sulphur smell and / or malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnost…7322 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Subject regarding front wipers operating while switch is in off position. *tt99224 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 18, 1999
- A no start condition when vehicle is parked on an incline with the vehicle in a nose down position and less than 1/4 tank of fuel may occur. *tt99223 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 18, 1999
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt99222 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 18, 1999
- Concerns with burning odor or smoke, and / or rustling noise while blower motor is on. *tt99206 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 4, 1999
- Information on replacing the front bumper bracket. *tt99203 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 4, 1999
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal. *tt13404 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit a slight hesitation on acceleration during engine warm up. *tt13335 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration during engine warm up. *tt13334 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit fuse #18 in the fuse junction panel intermittently going open. *tt13333 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0l engines and 3.73:1 ratio / 8.8 inch ring gear rear axles may exhibit a whine noise during various drive modes at speeds between 45 to 65 mph. *tt13315 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- The rear wiper blade on some vehicles built through 1/22/99 may flip over when run through soft cloth style car washes. *tt13310 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit a vibration / moan / boom at idle. *tt13300 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a cd changer with a cd magazine that jams / will not eject. *tt13290 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Nners of the edsr-of-the-month quality award announcement for september. *tt7292 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Effective october 15, 1999, the 4r55e and 5r55e transmission assembly for certain vehicles are available as a ford quality renewal (fqr) assembly. *tt7195 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit a vibration / moan / boom at idle. *tt7270 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a slight hesitation on acceleration during engine warm up. *tt7248 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a fuse #18 open / power door locks cycling uncommanded. *tt7247 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Vehicles equipped with 5.0l engines and 3.73:1 ratio / 8.8 inch ring gear rear axles may exhibit a whine noise during various drive modes at speeds between 45 to 65 mph. *tt7241 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- A condition with the rear wiper blade on vehicles built through 1/22/1999 may flip over when run through soft cloth style car washes. *tt7238 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a cd changer with a cd magazine that jams / will not eject. *tt7207 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engine and manual transmission may exhibit a squawk noise from the clutch on take off. *tt7206 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Exhibiting an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt7147 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a pop / creak noise from the right a pillar / upper door hinge area while driving. *tt7142 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Service tip information when servicing the 4.0l sohc short block assembly. *tt7138 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Exhibiting very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds. *tt13426 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Exhibiting a squeak type noise from the rear stabilizer bar while driving, especially when going over bumps. *tt13415 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Exhibiting a lack of heat, exhaust sulphur smell and / or malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p0125. *tt13414 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4x4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4x4 low range, with no (dtc) diagnostic trouble code stored in the gem. *tt13412 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Vehicles equipped the neutral tow feature, be aware that when the neutral tow feature is enabled and the customer places the vehicle into the neutral mode, the neutral tow indicato…13388 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Vehicles with automatic 4 wheel drive may exhibit multiple generic electronic module (gem) functional concerns. *tt13352 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with a4wd built prior to 9/13/99 may exhibit a vibration / pulsation at 0 - 45 mph. *tt13350 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Exhibiting a miss / rough idle with the malfunction indicator light (mil) on and dtc p0340 in self test. *tt13340 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles built prior to 9/15/99 may exhibit front windshield wiper activation without command. *tt13337 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Owners of vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engine and manual transmission may exhibit a squawk noise from the clutch on take off. *tt13289 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion seal. *tt7316 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Subject regarding intermittent transmission control indicator lamp or malfunction indicator lamp illumination. *tt99197 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 20, 1999
- Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt99196 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 20, 1999
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt99194 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Sep 20, 1999
- Experiencing an inoperative or inaccurate odometer / speedometer readings. *tt991813 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 6, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent transmission control indicator lamp or malfunction indicator lamp illumination. *tt99186 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 6, 1999
- Vehicles built between 3/15/1997 and 12/31/1998 and with 4r70w transmissions may experience delayed or no 2-3 upshift, transmission control indicator lamp illuminated with diagnost…99185 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 6, 1999
- Some vehicles with the 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt13283 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Service tips when servicing a 4.0l sohc short block assembly. *tt13261 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Vehicles with the 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt13270 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a pop / creak noise from the right a pillar / upper door hinge area while driving. *tt13263 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Service tips information provided to assist when servicing vehicles with short block assembly. *tt13260 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Continued from 13251, uncommanded front wiper function . *mjs13252 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding uncommanded front wiper function (continued on 13252 and 13253). *mjs13251 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding manual a/c system- blower works in high setting only. *mjs13223 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding neutral tow kit available. *mjs13222 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding seat that willl not move forward. *mjs13218 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding radio lights and display flicker/flash with headlights on. *mjs13213 · Technical service bulletin · Interior Lighting · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding rear axle whine at highway speeds. *mjs13193 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart (continued). *mjs13181 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding 4.0l sohc engine repair procedure update. *mjs13177 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding rear axle whine at highway speeds. *mjs13176 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding clutch squawk noise on take off. *mjs13175 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding sohc engine noise (cam chain noise). *mjs13172 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding 4.0l sohc engine noise (cam chain noise). *mjs13171 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding 4.0 l sohc camshaft bolt torque. *mjs13170 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding 4.0l ohv engine-marble type noise. *mjs13110 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Subject on manual a/c system-blower works in high setting only. *mjs7084 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding neutral tow kit availability. *mjs7083 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding seat that will not move forward. *mjs7079 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding radio lights and display flicker/flash with headlights on. *mjs7075 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding rear axle whine at highway speeds. *mjs7005 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with various engine sizes. *tt6997 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Subject regarding 4.0l sohc engine repair procedure update. *tt6993 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a whine noise from the rear axle during various drive modes at highway speeds. *tt6992 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv and manual transmission may exhibit a squawk noise from the clutch on take off. *tt6991 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit engine noise(cam chain noise). *tt6987 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding 4.0l sohc camshaft bolt torque. *tt6986 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit the check engine light on with diagnostic trouble code po420. *tt6980 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Concerns with squeak -type noise from the rear while driving or going over bumps. *tt6937 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Subject regarding the engine hotline phone numbers for 1997 - 2000 model year vehicles. *tt6926 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Subject regarding the abs module active command modes features of the ngs software version 16.1 is not functioning. *tt6915 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information on removing and / or replacing the generic electronic module (gem). *tt6905 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 1999
- A condition in which the brake pedal is slow to return after it is applied on vehicles built prior to 5/18/1999. *tt6901 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Concerns with slipping transmission shifts and / or delayed or no transmission engagements may occur on some vehicles. *tt991610 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 9, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise from the rear while driving, especially when going over bumps. *tt13166 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Subject regarding engine hotline phone numbers. *tt13154 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Subject regarding the abs module active command modes feature of ngs software version 16.1. *tt13147 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt13118 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Vibration on light to moderate acceleration at 0 - 45 mph on a4wd vehicles. *tt13112 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbels in a tin can rattle. *tt13110 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit front windshield wiper activation without command. *tt13102 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Subject regarding the sbds relative cam timing test. *tt13101 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit no 2-step unlock or a false diagnostic trouble code b1834 (door unlock disarm output - cir) generated by the gem. *tt13097 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with automatic 4 wheel drive (a4wd) may exhibit multiple generic electronic module (gem) functional concerns (i.e., inoperative one touch down, chime, 4x4 shift motor…13091 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Information on damaged, scratched, scuffed manual a/c control knobs. *tt13084 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an abs lamp on with diagnostic trouble code b1676 in self test. *tt13074 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition with fuse #18 in the fuse junction panel intermittently going open. *tt13062 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Experiencing a loss of oil pressure accompanied by possible engine noise / damage. *tt13059 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with a4wd may exhibit a vibration / moan at highway speeds. *tt13056 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Exhibiting a power steering fluid leak from the steering gear boot(s). *tt13049 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a condition of the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0161. *tt13039 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Information on replacing and removing the generic electronic module (gem). *tt9913138 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Customers may perceive a condition in which the brake pedal is slow to return after it is applied on vehicles built prior to 5/18/99. *tt9913130 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Concerns with 4.0l sohc engines equipped vehicles exhibiting an oil leak from the oil pressure switch boss of the engine block. *tt9913094 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Vehicles may exhibit an outside passenger or driver side mirror slight flutter / shake at highway speeds. *tt9913072 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Vehicles may experience a no start condition when parked on an incline with the vehicle in a nose down position and less than 1/4 tank of fuel. *tt9913035 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Concerns with uncommanded front wiper function activating without command. *tt9912942 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Customer may complain that the power window(s) may become inoperative. *tt9912703 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt6896 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some 4.0l vehicles with a4wd may exhibit a vibration / pulsation at 0-45 mph on dry pavement under light to moderate acceleration. *tt996887 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Customers may complain of an internal low end noise that is described as a "diesel and / or marbels in a tin can rattle" on vehicles with a 4.ol ovh engine. *tt996884 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Subject pertaining to the sbds relative cam timing test which has been temporarily removed from use on some vehicles due to noise concerns. *tt996874 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with automatic 4 wheel drive (a4wd) may exhibit multiple generic electronic module (gem) function concerns such as inoperative on touch down, chime, 4x4 shift motor, …6844 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Information pertaining to vehicles equipped with manual a/c controls built between 7/26/99 through 8/5/99 may have a/c control knobs that have been scuffed, scratched or damaged on…996843 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Subject regarding vehicles exhibiting an abs lamp on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1676 in self test. *tt996836 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Concerns with outside passenger or driver side mirror slightly fulttering / shaking at highway speeds. *tt996804 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition with fuse #18 in the fuse junction panel intermittently going open. *tt996796 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines and built through december, 1998 may exhibit a loss of oil pressure accompanied by possible engine noise / damage. *tt996787 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Engineering is currently investigating vehicles with a4wd exhibiting a vibration / moan at highway speeds. *tt996784 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Exhibiting a power steering fluid leak from the steering gear boot(s). *tt996777 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Concerns with vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engine exhibiting the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) 'on' and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0161 stored. *tt996769 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Concerns with vehicles that exhibit a hard start / long crank condition due to a fuel system pressure bleed down. *tt6729 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with a4wd may exhibit a vibration / pulsation felt from the driveline in the steering wheel and floorpan on acceleration / light tip-in at 25-35 mph when in 4 auto mo…6699 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a burning odor or smoke, and / or rustling noise occuring when the blower motor is running if leaves or foreign material enters the blower case. *tt99156 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 26, 1999
- Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt99152 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 26, 1999
- Information on using the service bay technical system (sbts) and new generation star (ngs) tester, and to update the powertrain control module (pcm) information charts. *tt99147 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 12, 1999
- Vehicles with a4wd transmission and 4.0l engine may have the 4x4 indicator lamps flashing. *tt99142 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jul 12, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit no / low a/c performance at high ambient temperatures and prolonged idle. *tt12997 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit front windshield wiper activation without command. *tt6582 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may require radiator hose clamp replacement during normal vehicle service. *tt12924 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start condition due to fuel system pressure bleed down. *tt13026 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some 4.0l vehicles with a4wd may exhibit a vibration / pulsation felt from the driveline in the steering wheel and floorpan on acceleration / light tip-in at 25-35 mph when in 4 au…13004 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with 4.0l sohc or ohv engines may exhibit a vibration or buzz felt through the accelerator pedal or front floorboard area. *tt12979 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a high pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front end at speeds from 10 mph to 40 mph. *tt12947 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with automatic 4 wheel drive may exhibit multiple generic electronic module functional concerns (i.e. Inoperative one touch down, chime, 4x4 shift motor, etc). *tt12916 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Experiencing rattle / flutter noise from front while driving. *tt6698 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit no / low air conditioner performance at high ambient temperatures and prolonged idle. *tt6692 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with 4.0l ohv engines built after 6/10/99 at louisville assembly plant or after 6/14/99 at st. Louis assembly plant may exhibit a higher than normal base idle speed o…6643 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Experiencing a vibration or buzz felt through the accelerator pedal which is most noticeable during acceleration under 2000 rpms. *tt6638 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an audible pinging or creaking noise that may be heard from the driveline when engine torque is initially applied to the driveline. *tt6603 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an occasional hoot / moan from the idle air control (iac) valve. *tt6574 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Brief information regarding radiator hose clamp for service. *tt6559 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit front windshield wiper activation without command. *tt6536 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit an oil leak from the oil pressure switch boss of the engine block. *tt6515 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an abs lamp on with diagnostic trouble code b1676 in self test. *tt6514 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Ford motor company has released a private labeled material to be used for iron particle / acid rain service repairs. *tt991210 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 14, 1999
- Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump. *tt99129 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 14, 1999
- Information designed to aid in the diagnosis, testing and repair of noise, vibration and harshness (nvh) concerns. *tt99111 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 14, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / long crank condition due to fuel system pressure bleed down. *tt12871 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4r44e or 5r55e transmission may exhibit slipping shifts, delayed or no engagements. *tt12867 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Use kleenex brand juniors or li'l travelers to refill tissues for certain vehicles with the high series center console facial tissue compartment. *tt12852 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Customers may complain of front windshield wiper activation without command. *tt12909 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may experience axle wind up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers on vehicles equipped with a four wheel drive hi or low …12905 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Concerns with oil leak of the engine block at the oil pressure switch boss. Tt12903 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (abs) light on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1676. *tt12902 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a high pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front end at speeds from 10 mph to 40 mph. *tt12843 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Experiencing front wipers activation without command. *tt12826 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Concerns with multiple generic electronic module (gem) functional concerns (i.e., inoperative one touch down, chime, 4x4 shift motor, etc.) *tt12824 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Conditions on hard start due to fuel system pressure bleed down. *tt6462 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with 4r44e / 5r55e transmissions may exhibit slipping shifts, delayed or no engagements. *tt6458 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Information on refilling tissues for the center console facial tissue compartment. *tt6429 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Exhibiting front windshield wiper activation without command. *tt6407 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Exhibiting a lack of heat and / or a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) lamp on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0125. *tt6309 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Concerns with multiple generic electronic module (gem) (i.e., inoperative one touch down, chime, 4x4 shift motor, etc). *tt6307 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Vehicles may exhibit a front accessory drive (fead) belt noise. *tt6295 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit harsh downshift from 3rd to 1st gear while stopping, hesitation after acceleration from stop and / or lack of power after acceleration from stop on vehicl…9987 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 27, 1999
- Experiencing drift / pull to the right conditons. *tt9998 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued May 17, 1999
- Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt99816 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 3, 1999
- Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip. *tt99-8-15 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 3, 1999
- Concerns or erratic or insufficient temperature control. *tt9988 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 3, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit harsh downshift from 3rd to 1st gear while stopping; hesitation after acceleration from stop; and / or lack of power after acceleration from stop. *tt9987 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 3, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a high pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front end at speeds from 10 mph to 40 mph. *tt6032 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition when parked on an incline with the vehicle in a noise down position and less than 1/4 tank of fuel. *tt12710 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 1, 1999
- Some 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit an internal low engine noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt12705 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 1999
- Subject regarding all vehicles requires a parameter reset to be performed on the passive anti-theft system module (pats / vic / hec) when the powertrain control module (pcm) is rep…12704 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a concern with the power window(s) becoming inoperative. *tt12703 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit multiple generic electronic module (gem) functional concerns. *tt9912785 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 1999
- Concerns with lack of heat and / or malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0125. *tt12760 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles built before 1/1/1999 equipped with 5.0l engine may exhibit a front accessory drive (fead) belt noise. *tt12755 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 1999
- Information regarding vin numbers being active 5/11/1999. *tt6225 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition when parked on an incline with the vehicle in a nose down position and less than 1/4 tank of fuel. *tt6203 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 1, 1999
- Addressing customers concern of inoperative power windows. *tt6202 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 1, 1999
- Vehicle may experience a diesel / marbel type noise. *tt6199 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 1999
- Information on resetting the passive anti-theft system (pats). *tt99-6193 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit slipping shifts, delayed or no enggements. *tt99-6184 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1999
- Exhibiting air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1994 and / or b1998. *tt996084 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued May 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with teves four wheel anti-lock brakes (4wabs) may exhibit a yellow anti-lock brake lamp illuminated with no diagnostic trouble codes in memory. *tt6035 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 1999
- Information on maintaining tire pressure. *tt995157 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued May 1, 1999
- Recall information regarding speed control cable replacement. *tt99S09 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued May 1, 1999
- Concerns with transmission fluid leaking at radiator. *tt9946 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 8, 1999
- Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt9943 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 8, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a higher than normal base idle speed of 1400 - 1600 rpm when the vehicle is initially received from the assembly plant. *tt12619 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit front windshield wiper activation without command. *tt12582 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration at highway speeds due to tire/wheel imbalance. *tt12558 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Vehicles with limited slip / traction-lok rear axles may exhibit a chatter noise while turning. *tt12521 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Concerns with the in-dash cd stops operating when hot / radio display reads cd too hot. *tt12518 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Brief information on checking transmission fluid level. *t12512 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Information on replacing a four wheel anti-lock brakes (4wabs) hydraulic control unit (huc). *tt12610 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Information on repairing climate control system interior odor. *tt12585 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit a thumping noise from the cooling system. *tt12583 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Vehicles may exhibit various noises from the power window regulator during operation. *tt12580 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Vehicle may exhibit a squeaking noise from the door(s) power window glass during operation. *tt12577 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Information regarding the audio system selective lighting feature. *tt12573 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Subject regarding revolutions per mile tire size data. *tt12554 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Subject regarding higher base idle strategy. *tt12553 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Vehicle exhibiting a vibration or buzz felt through the accelerator pedal or front floorboard area. *tt12551 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Complaints that the front wipers activate without command. *tt5934 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Experiencing vibration at highway speeds due to tire / wheel imbalance. *tt5915 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with limited slip / traction-lock rear axles may exhibit a chatter noise while turning. *tt5845 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Service tips for checking transmission fluid level. *tt5814 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Complaints that the rear wiper blade flips over. *tt5799 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a miss / rough idle with the malfunction indicator light on and diagnostic trouble code p0340 in self test. *tt5744 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Vehicle exhibiting multiple generic electronic module (gem) related symptoms. *tt5705 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Complaints that the in-dash cd stops operating when hot. *tt5652 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Vehicle may exhibit a high pitched squeal / whistle type noise from the front end at speeds from 10 mph to 40 mph. *tt5506 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Concerns with transmission fluid leaking at the radiator. *tt9946 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Conditions with the front seat back lever bent. *yc982515 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Dec 21, 1998
- Service tips on composite fuel rail. *yc982511 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 21, 1998
- Some vinyl covered items such as dash panels, door trim panels, consoles, etc., may exhibit a small dent, scuff, abrasion and/ or discoloration resulting from assembly, transit, de…98259 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Dec 21, 1998
- Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc98246 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 7, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a water leak concern from the moonroof. *tt12289 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 1, 1998
- All vehicles with antilock brake module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module. *tt12230 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Dec 1, 1998
- For all vehicles with generic electronic module (gem) concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the modul…12227 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information on vehicles equipped with an optional travel / note digital voice memo recorder. *tt12212 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles built from 11/12/98 until 11/19/98 equipped with keyless entry and pats may exhibit the alarm operating prematurely. *tt12197 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a water leak concern from the moonroof. *tt5373 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information on vehicles equipped with an optional travel / note digital voice memo recorder. *tt5297 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information on vehicles exhibiting steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns. *tt5249 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles built from 11/12/98 until 11/19/98 equipped with keyless entry and passive anti-theft system (pats) may exhibit the alarm operating prematurely. *tt5242 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with a dual media (am / fm cass / cd) radio may exhibit an audio concern of no display or graphics. *tt5133 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak982310 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Information on setting the tire inflation pressure for 1991 through 1999 model year vehicles in the pre-delivery process and during maintenance intervals. *tt985157 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some limited vehicles with memory seats built through 10/22/98 may exhibit a concern for power seats, power lumbar, memory seat or power door locks inoperative. *tt985152 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0l engines may exhibit an upper engine tapping noise on cold start. *tt985148 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with a dual media (am/fm/cass/cd) radio may exhibit an audio concern of no display or graphics. *tt985133 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Right rear air conditioner compressor mountng bolt was deleted from production for the 1999 3.ol ef1/4 ranger & 4.0l explorer/mountaineer vehicles. *tt ohv985088 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with pats (securilock) except certain models now have availability of fleet keys through rotunda. *mjs12154 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.0l engines may exhibit an upper engine tapping noise on cold start. *mjs12146 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with a dual media (am/fm/cass/cd) radio may exhibit an audio concern of no display or graphics. *mjs12127 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some limited vehicles with memory seats built through 10/22/98 may exhibit a concern for power seats.12126 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Information regarding the tire inflation pressure for all models during predelivery process and during maintenance intervals. *mjs12115 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Nov 1, 1998
- A condition may exist with p255/70r16 front tires rubbing against the front bumper at near full turns (lh or rh). *tt985037 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Information regarding the right rear a/c compressor mounting bolt that was deleted from production for some models *mjs12080 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Experiencing a noise and vibration during idle.98211 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 26, 1998
- Concerns with the power seat control button ( knob ) may detach from the switch actuator. *yc982019 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 12, 1998
- Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc982010 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 12, 1998
- Information on the new 4r100 transmission. *tt983180 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 16, 1998
- The 4r100 transmission will have an orange "prior to repair" tag on the fluid pan. *tt983315 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 3, 1998