2002 Ford Explorer service bulletins & manufacturer communications
258 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Ford Explorer. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 258
- Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without a…TSB 19-2026 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 7, 2019
- Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without a…TSB 19-2026 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 7, 2019
- Ford: some vehicles may exhibit oil separation from the internal lube found in the unitized cartridge seal. Oil separation appears to be and is often misdiagnosed, as an axle lube …TSB-08-19-3 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2009
- Some 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with a 4.6l 2v, 5.4l 2v, or 6.8l 2v engine--spark plug thread repair procedure--not covered under new vehicle limited warranty. *nj this includes f…07212 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2007
- Low oil pressure indication/warning, a/c compressor inoperative and/or no crank condition on 4.6l equipped vehicles. *tt19091 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 29, 2006
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with pcm diagnostic trouble code p0463 and/or ic diagnostic trouble code b1201 - fuel gauge drops to empty or slow to update after refueling. *tt05213 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Jan 1, 2006
- Limited slip axle chatter, shudder, binding sensation, or vibration during low speed turning maneuvers. *tt06216 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2006
- Extended coverage program 05n04 - extended coverage for composite intake manifold. This program is being provided as a settlement to a class action lawsuit. The terms of the settle…05N04 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 14, 2005
- Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running. *tt041601 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 14, 2005
- Fuel gauge slow to update after refueling. *eh042115 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Diesel · issued Oct 31, 2005
- Noise from rear wheel hub bearings. *tt051710 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 7, 2005
- Malfunction indicator lamp coming on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0171, p0172, p0174 and/or p0175 (fuel system too rich or lean). *tt18719 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Jul 1, 2005
- Safety belt retraction speed. *tt042421 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Jun 7, 2005
- Driveline 1st order vibration/boom/drone. *tt0537 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 7, 2005
- Axle seal leaks. Leaks from rear halfshaft axle seal. Service tips. *tt04105 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 7, 2005
- AXLE SEAL LEAKS. *EH18478 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2005
- Rear axle noise repair. *tt05618 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2005
- No start/hard start n hot soak restart. *tt18572 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2005
- Front seat(s) slight movement when accelerating and/or decelerating. *tt05416 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 7, 2005
- Axle whine howl. This includes 1997-05 ford vehicles. *eh18466 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2005
- Axle whine howl service with individual parts instead of an axle assembly. *eh18423 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 2005
- Rear power window(s) inoperative. *tt04259 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 24, 2005
- Backglass difficult to close and an intermittent door ajar lamp. *tt05136 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 1, 2005
- Hard start/no start condition during cold ambeint temperatures after short hot soak period-4.0l engine. *sc051313 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2005
- Rear axle noise repair. *sc050618 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 1, 2005
- Open fuse f2.20 (5 amp) and/or f2.1 (30 amp) which may result in loss of function of several systems including power seats, adjustable pedals and power door locks. *tt18381 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2005
- Liftgate glass applique damaged/cracked. Service procedure. *tt0485 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 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
- Aluminum corrosion - service tip. *tt04251 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 27, 2004
- 5r55w transmission - no 3rd gear or slipping 2-3 shift - diagnostic trouble code p0733 and p0745 - vehicles built prior to 3/4/2002. *tt03254 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · 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
- Gear selector lever - increased effort to shift from drive to park. *tt042212 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 15, 2004
- Runs rough or misfire - diagnostic trouble codes p0300-p0308 or p0316. *tt18224 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Oct 1, 2004
- Rear axle noise. Oasis. Various models including 2005 explorer, mountaineer and aviator. *tt18221 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 2004
- Multiple vehicles - fuel level indication concerns - service tip. Various models including 2005 super duty f-series, excursion, expedition, explorer, mountaineer and aviator. *tt18217 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Oct 1, 2004
- Broken rear cargo storage door lift handle. Various models including 2005 explorer/mountaineer. *tt18215 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 1, 2004
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. Various models including 2004 f-series. *tt04174 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 6, 2004
- Chatter, shudder, a binding sensation, or vibration during low speed turns on vehicles equipped with the 9.75 inch or 8.8 inch limited slip rear axle. *tt03198 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 6, 2004
- No crank/no start condition when vehicle temperature is below freezing (32f/0c). *tt18171 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2004
- Updated rear halfshaft removal procedure. *tt18123 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2004
- Fuel gauge slow to update. *tt18121 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Sep 1, 2004
- Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. To include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.031404 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 23, 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
- Multiple vehicles using fehp rear axle fluid. Fluid usage change. *tt17905 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 2004
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401. Additional symptoms may inc…04111 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 14, 2004
- Customer satisfaction program 02m01 supplement #4. Certain ford 2000 through 2003 vehicles equipped with a tube-mounted egr pressure sensor - additional egr pressure sensor warrant…02M01 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2004
- Rear axle date code inspection and service. Vehicles may have been built with an improper mix of rear axle lubricant and friction modifier additive. If so, the customer may experie…04B15 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2004
- REAR AXLE NOISE. *TT17736 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2004
- BELT SLIPPAGE. *TT17735 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2004
- Message center displays computing fuel instead of distance to empty. *tt17729 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2004
- Rear axle chatter, shudder, binding sensation, or vibration during low speed turns. *tt17717 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2004
- Rear 3.55 axle noise. Certified rear axle or improved gear set available. *tt17641 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2004
- Poor fit between driver air bag and steering wheel. *tt17640 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Mar 1, 2004
- Rear axle noise. Also includes lincoln aviator 2002. *mj17560 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 2004
- Intermittent air bag warning lamp on, memory seat, and/or adjustable pedal concerns. *mj17558 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2004
- Certified rear axle available. *mj17555 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 2004
- Generator noise in cold ambient temperatures. *mj17544 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2004
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401. Additional symptoms may include r…03223 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 26, 2004
- Distance to empty not displayed. *tt17494 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Jan 1, 2004
- Engine-romeo built 4.6l 2v-tick noise from engine-engines built before 9/17/2003. *mj03256 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 22, 2003
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and hard start/long crank. *tt17375 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2003
- Fuel signal to instrument cluster service tip. *tt17316 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Nov 1, 2003
- Generator whistle/hoot noise in cold ambient temperatures. *tt17280 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2003
- Instrument cluster locking up and accessories such as the radio, power windows, power locks and moonroof inoperative. *tt17246 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2003
- Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt03181 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 15, 2003
- Air conditioner hooting noise during light load acceleration at low speeds, from 1000-1300 rpm. *tt17217 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2003
- Breakage of a liftgate window hinge. *tt17216 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 1, 2003
- The amber anti-lock brake system (abs) warning light on with diagnostic trouble codes c1235, c1236/c1237 stored in memory. *tt17215 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Sep 1, 2003
- Multiple vehicles with 3.0l or 4.0l engines lacks power/runs rough/black smoke. 2004 sport trac included. *tt17167 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2003
- Excessive engine cooling fan noise. *tt17163 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2003
- Driveline vibration on drone/boom at highway speeds. *tt17107 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2003
- Some vehicles, equipped with the 4.6l 2v engine, with an engine build date prior to 8/29/03 may exhibit an engine tick noise that is present at all temperatures during idle. 2004 m…03164 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 18, 2003
- Rough/rolling idle or hesitation after first startup or a rough/rolling engine speed when returning to idle after a short trip. *tt17069 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 2003
- Axle whine at cruise or during acceleration/ deceleration. *tt17054 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2003
- Rough idle / engine shake. *tt17049 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 2003
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated and diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) p0171, p0172, p0174, or p0175. *tt17011 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 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
- Shudder during 4/5 upshift and/or 5/4 downshift on vehicles equipped with a 4.6l engine and 5r55w automatic transmission. *tt03147 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 21, 2003
- Engine misfire or rough running condition with coil on plug (cop) ignition systems may be more accurately diagnosed using the optional worldwide diagnostic system (wds) coil on plu…03144 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 21, 2003
- No crank condition. Service tips. *tt03136 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 7, 2003
- Anti-lock brake system (abs) lamp illuminated and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) c1235, c1236, c1237 on vehicles with differential-mounted rar wheel speed sensor. *tt03263 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jul 5, 2003
- An intermittent or continuous open of fuse 1.15. *tt17002 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2003
- Driveability conditions due to calibration vehicles equipped with the 4.0l sohc engine. Idle air control (iac) valve replacement for these symptoms is typically not effective. *tt16968 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2003
- Cluster locking up & various accessories such as the radio, power windows, power locks and moonroof being inoperative. *tt16967 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2003
- Rear axle vibration/drone above 60 mph. *tt16949 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 2003
- Liftgate glass applique damaged/cracked - service procedure. *tt03126 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 23, 2003
- Stability assist (advancetrac/ivd) systems may not be recalibrated properly using wds. *tt16926 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Anti-lock brake system (abs) indicator lamp on with codes c1235 and c1236 or c1237. *tt16918 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Jun 1, 2003
- A whine noise on tip-in at speeds of 45 to 65 mph. This may be due to driveline stack-up tolerance with the driveshaft and rear axle. *tt16898 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Throttle cable routing and splash shield modification when replacing throttle cable during normal service. *tt03106 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 26, 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
- Fluid leaks from the rear halfshaft seal. 2002-2003 explorer/mountaineer/aviator added. *tt16806 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Rough / rolling idle and hesitation on acceleration after a first cold startup. *tt16771 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Excessive whine noise from the rear axle at cruise, or on acceleration and/or deceleration. *tt16754 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Intermittent fuel gauge level dropping to empty when fuel level is not actually empty. Diagnostic trouble codes b1201, b1202, b1204 may or may not be present. *tt *jb0365 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 31, 2003
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with or without rough running, lack of power, surge or poor fuel economy with diagnostic trouble codes p0401, p0402, p1400, p1401. *tt *jb0361 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 31, 2003
- Fluid leak from the converter housing area. *tt *jb0357 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 17, 2003
- An audible creak / click / pop (not a clunk) from the rear driveline. *tt *jb16708 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2003
- Squeaking accelerator pedal while driving during cold, hot, dusty, and dry conditions. *tt *jb16706 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Mar 1, 2003
- Battery light on or an alternator that is not charging. *tt *jb16703 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2003
- 4x4 control module not interchangeable issues. *tt *jb16702 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2003
- Back glass hinge rattling/looseness, glass misalignment and/or glass hard-to-close. *tt *jb16688 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 1, 2003
- Idle air control (iac) valve diagnostic service tips. *tt0335 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 17, 2003
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401, or runs rough, lacks power,…0322 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 3, 2003
- Blinking/half illuminated supplemental restraint system (srs) and/or anti-lock brake (abs) warning indicators after cold soak during ambient temperatures colder than 30 degrees fah…16665 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2003
- Rear driveline ping/creak/pop noise. *tt16640 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 2003
- Illuminated air bag warning lamp with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b2292. *tt16618 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Feb 1, 2003
- Open f2.20 5 amp fuse which may result in loss of function of several systems including power seats, adjustable pedals and power door locks. *tt16617 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2003
- Unintended door unlocks without key in ignition (qsf). *tt16608 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Feb 1, 2003
- Vibration condition. Contact request st. Louis region. Oasis. *tt16508 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2003
- Inoperative or inacurrate speedometer, 4x4 lamp illuminatd, and / or diagnostic trouble code p1635 or p1639. *tt0258 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 25, 2002
- Low speed or stationary noise/vibration at lower steering shaft area when turning. *mj16427 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Nov 1, 2002
- Excessive sulfur smell from exhaust. *eh02216 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 28, 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
- High side pressure fluctuations on vehicles equipped with a fixed scroll a/c compressor. *tt16309 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2002
- Sun visor rattle / detroit area dealers contact request. *tt16304 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 1, 2002
- Electrical-central security module (csm) service tips. *mj021710 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 2, 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
- Contact st louis assembly plant/st louis vicinity only. *mj16195 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit fuel diagnostic trouble codes p0171, p0172, p0174, p0175 or mass air flow diagnostic trouble codes p0102, p0103, p0112, p0113. *tt16094 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 2002
- Some 4dr vehicles may exhibit seating appearance or related issues. *tt16090 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Aug 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit unintended smart unlock activation without key in ignition. *tt16029 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2002
- Information used when replacing the drivers seat module. *tt15938 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 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
- Information on power steering leak condition. *tt15906 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued May 1, 2002
- Subject regarding theft light relocation. *tt15899 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued May 1, 2002
- Subject regarding rear liftgate applique (trim panel) cracks. *tt15892 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 1, 2002
- Subject regarding intermittent engine quit during transmission engagements or parking maneuvers. *tt15853 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 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
- Subject regarding cigar lighter revised installation procedures. *tt15829 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Some vehicles built since october 1, 2001 may exhibit a no start condition or an intermittent no start condition, and / or possibly no communication from the powertrain electronic …15804 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit excessive sulphur smeel from the exhaust under certain drive modes. *tt15783 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Subject regarding 5r55w automatic transmission harsh upshifts during light to medium throttle concerns. *tt0262 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2002
- This bulletin involves proper procedures for preparation of service sheet metal parts coated with electro deposition primer (e-coat). *tt0256 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 18, 2002
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt0245 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 4, 2002
- Exhibiting squeak / creak noises during front suspension movement. *tt15984 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit a need for headlamp aim adjust after driving on rough roads. *tt15683 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · 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 vehicles may exhibit an intake manifold crossover (first runner) coolant seepage condition. *tt0222 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 4, 2002
- Some vehicles equipped with a v6 engine may exhibit a steering rattle noise which may be heard and felt in the steering wheel and column. *tt15647 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Feb 1, 2002
- Concerns with clunk noise from front axle area. *tt15646 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit driveability conditions and / or check engine lamp illuminated with a diagnostic trouble p0455 (gross leak detected). *tt15605 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Feb 1, 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 may exhibit a battery draw and/or a dead battery condition. *tt15590 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Some 4 door vehicles may exhibit a steering column rattle at speeds of 10-20 mph on uneven surfaces. *tt15580 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit the drivers door unlocking after it has been locked. *tt15575 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · 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
- Information regarding engine wind noise.*yh15540 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may experienced a strong sulphur odor during certain drive modes.*yd15519 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit driveabilty conditions and/or check engine lamp illuminated with a diagnostic trouble code p0455 (gross leak detected). *tt15504 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · 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 equipped with the 4.0l engine may exhibit a condition of unable to access with the securilock passive anti-theft system (pats). *tt01245 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 10, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.6l engines may exhibit a high frequency whine noise (hair dryer type noise), that lasts for 30-60 seconds after cold start. *tt15489 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a check engine lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457 (gross leak after fuel fill). *tt15486 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · 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 built prior to 11/11/2001 equipped with 5r55w transmission and 4.6l engine, may exhibit a buzzing noise when the torque converter is engaged. *tt01223 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 12, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise when closing either the midgate or the rear liftgate. *tt15445 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Exhibiting rough idle, or rough idle upon initial start-up that clears up after a few minutes. *tt15423 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with dual automatic temperature control (datc) may exhibit inoperative redundant steering wheel controls (rswc). *tt15408 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent no crank condition and no communication from the powertrain electronic controller with the wds/ngs diagnostic equipment. *tt15383 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Some vehicles with the 4.0l engine may exhibit an engine flutter noise. *tt15378 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Some vehicles produced before 9/6/2001 equipped with the 5r55w transmission may exhibit a tick noise emanating from the front or intermediate servo cover. *tt01207 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 15, 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
- Exhibit harsh 1-2, 3-4 upshifts at light to medium throttle on some vehicles equipped with a 4.6l engine and 5r55w automatic transmission built through 9/21/2001. *tt01203 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 15, 2001
- Concerns with squeak and rattle noiss coming from the instrument panel and from the side door windows. *tt15335 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with 3rd row seating may exhibit a condition with the seat release latch sticking/binding. *tt15329 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Some 4.0l sohc may exhibit an engine oil leak condition, coming from the oil pan or ladder frame area. *tt15290 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent no crank condition and no communication from the powertrain electronic controller (ptec) with the wds / ngs diagnostic equipment. *tt15286 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flutter/turbulence noise condition (i.e., helicopter noise) at highway speeds when the rear door windows are in the down position. *tt15287 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires. *tt01B77 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Brake shift interlock.*jb01181 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 17, 2001
- Some vehicles with 5r5w may exhibit a no engagement condition. Engineering is investigating. *tt15267 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Concerns with a/c performance temp. Difference side-side at registers. *tt15263 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Some 4x4 vehicles with fewer than 10,000 miles may exhibit grease oozing from the front driveshaft cv joint. *tt15251 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Some owners may notice a knocking noise from the rear of the vehicle when the brakes are applied. *tt15248 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit uneven air discharge temperatures in a/c cooling modes. *tt15242 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit drivability conditions or check engine lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0455 or p0457. *tt15215 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit drivability conditions or check engine lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0455 or p0457 stored. *tt15215 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equpped with 4.0l engine may exhibit excessive sulphur smell fromthe exhaust system while operating under certain drive modes related to calibration. *tt15210 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Information regarding the smokers package. *tt15261 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 1, 2001
- Information regarding misdiagnosis of main controls - incorrect pressures. *tt15250 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · 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
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.6l engine and 5r55w transmission may exhibit various firm and/or soft shifts. *et15181 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit intermittent difficulty turning the ignition key upon starting. *jg15193 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Information regarding new compass setting procedure, pdi must set all. *yd15191 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Information regarding autolock enabled/disable procedure correction. *yd15182 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit damage to the radio antenna after running through certain car washes. *yh15156 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Some vehicles, built prior to 8/01/2001, may exhibit a whine or howl noise during cold starts at temperatures below 4 degrees c (40 degrees f). *tt01142 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 23, 2001
- Fuel hesitation while making hard sweeping right hand turns (such as a highway on-ramp)01134 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jul 9, 2001
- Some vehicles produced before 6/3/2001 may exhibit the moonroof opening interior molding coming loose or the sunshade tearing during use. *tt01132 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 9, 2001
- Some vehicles may require excessive effort when trying to insert the key into the ignition lock cylinder. *tt15107 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine may exhibit an intermittent hesitation on acceleration. *tt15105 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a rough idle or rough idle after initial start-up that clears up after a few minutes. *tt15104 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a rough idle or rought idle after initial start-up that clears up after a few minutes. *tt15103 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Exhibiting drivability conditions or check engine lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0455 (gross leak detected). *tt15093 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a scrunch noise from the upper steering column when making near full lock turns. *tt15091 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may develop yellow stains on the rear liftgate paint, usually noticed on white colored vehicles. *tt15090 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with 5r55w transmission may exhibit no transmission engagement into forward and / or reverse gear. *tt15088 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Steering wheel shudder during low-speed turning maneuvers. *tt15084 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Some vehicles with fewer than 10,000 miles may exhibit grease oozing from the front driveshaft cv joint. *tt15080 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Vehicles equipped with the 5r55w automatic transmission built prior to 08/01/2001 may exhibit a neutral out condition when coming to a stop. *tt15069 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with a 5r55w automatic transmission may exhibit a tick noise while at idle in park and neutral. *tt15058 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Information on the location of the heated seat switch. *tt15055 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Vehicles with 4.0l engine may exhibit an intermittent hesitation on acceleration. *tt15054 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a transmission shifter stuck in the park gear position. *tt15030 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with the manual a/c system may exhibit a continuous clicking noise from the blend door actuator whenthe blower speed is set at the #2 position and the temper…01126 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 25, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with a class ii hitch may exhibit insufficient clearance int he receiver to attach tubular hitch acessories to the vehicle. *tt011110 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 11, 2001
- Fluid leak in the converter housing area on vehicles built 11/13/2000 through 4/27/2001. *tt01115 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 11, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine and 5r55w automatic transmission built 11/13/2000 through 5/21/2001 may exhibit light throttle soft or long 2-3 upshifts between 16-40 km/…01111 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 11, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with 5r55w transmission may exhibit a whine noise that occurs in 3rd gear only. *tt15019 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 1, 2001
- Stiff steering or poor steering wheel returnability. *tt15017 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jun 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l engine may exhibit a rough idle condition. *tt15041 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jun 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l engine may exhibit excessive sulphur smell from the exhaust system while oeprating under drive modes. *tt14983 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a noisy and / or loose front wheel bearing. *tt14795 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jun 1, 2001
- Some vehicles built 11/13/2000 through 3/8/2001 equipped with a 5r55w transmission may exhibit a transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) flashing with various diagnostic trouble…01107 · Technical service bulletin · Interior Lighting · issued May 28, 2001
- A fluid leak at the transmission cooler line-to-transmission case connection. This may be caused by contamination on the cooler tube between the tube nut and flare, contamination o…01102 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 28, 2001
- Some vehicles built 11/13/2000 thorugh 3/8/2001 equipped with a 5r55w transmission may exhibit a transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) flashing with various diagnostic trouble…011007 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 1, 2001
- Some 4-door vehicles built 11/13/2000 through 4/2/2001 equipped with the 5r55w transmission may exhibit a fluid leak at the transmission cooler line-to-transmission case connection…011002 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a steering wheel shudder during low speed turning maneuvers. *tt14947 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with 5r55w transmission may exhibit various firm and / or soft shifts. *tt14934 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a yellow four wheel anti-lock brake (4wabs) lamp illuminated and a diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1342 (anti-lock brake control module failure) in self te…14933 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with 5r55w transmission may exhibit various firm and / or soft shifts. *tt14923 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2001
- Information on performing any passtive anti-theft (pats) system functions including key replacements with wds or ngs. *tt14906 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the rear door(s) will not unlock via manual or power operation. *tt14901 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system light on with diagnostic trouble code c1230 and / or c1237 from the anti-lock brake system. *tt14900 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit an error indicating that there is no communication or return diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) that are not related to the anti-lock brake (abs) system when …14896 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a repetitive thump / knock noise from the rear which is proportional to wheel speed when brake. This may be caused by the initial finish / spiral cut of t…14894 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit excessive efforts when trying to insert or remove the key from the ignition lock. *tt14890 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with 7 passenger seating may exhibit the 2nd row 40 percent seat back staying in the down position. This may be due to a rivet interference at the floorpan l…14881 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a transmission shifter stuck in the park gear position. This may be due to the brake shift interlock switch. *tt14874 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent no crank condition and no communication from the powertrain electronic controller (ptec) with the wds / ngs diagnostic equipment. *tt14872 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit driveability conditions or check engine lamp (mil) illuminated with a diagnostic trouble code p0455 (gross leak detected). *tt14871 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 1, 2001
- Information regarding trailer wiring - brake controller connector location. *tt14903 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · 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
- Liftgate glass bracket inspection and torque procedure. *mr01T02 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 1, 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
- Some vehicles equipped with 5r55w transmission may exhibit various firm and / or soft shifts. *tt14866 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2001
- Information on vehicles equipped with with 5r55w transmission having a (powertrain control module) pcm adaptive learning strategy feature that controls shift feel and timing. *tt14827 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2001
- Information on front wheel hub assemblies. *tt14804 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Apr 1, 2001
- Special service instructions for the liftgate glass bracket inspection and torque procedure. *tt01T02 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with egr system related diagnostic trouble codes p0400, p0401, p0402, p1400, p1401, p1405, p1406, p1408, p1409. *tt14742 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p1633 and / or p1639 with no driveability concern present. *tt14741 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a tinny rattle noise coming from the center steering column area while driving over bumpy roads. This may be due to a frequency being induced into the bra…14723 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Information regarding transmission oil level checking guidelines. *tt14759 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Information on obtaining engineering assistance for anti-lock brake system. *tt14745 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Information on the intake manifold valley stuffer bag. *tt14726 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Information on availability of neutral tow kit. *tt14714 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Subject regarding edsr bonus points. *tt14710 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 1, 2001
- 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
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p1633 and / or p1639 with no driveability concern present. *tt14741 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 1, 2000