1996 Ford F-150 service bulletins & manufacturer communications
121 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 1996 Ford F-150. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 121
- Rear leaf spring noise. *tt17777 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued May 1, 2004
- Aftermarket wiring alterations - service tip. *tt032125 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 30, 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
- Vehicles without the coolant lock-off may exhibit a no start condition. *tt03103 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 26, 2003
- Compressed natural gas (cng). Rough idle or no start when cold. Vehicles equipped with cng bi-fuel engine only. *tt03102 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 26, 2003
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj02176 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Sep 2, 2002
- Some bi-fuel cang and lpg vehicles may exhibit a no start condition. *tt02105 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 27, 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
- Information to aid in diagnosis for clarification of lock-off solenoid and solenoid tank valve coil rsistances for bi-fuel vehicles. *tt01214 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Oct 29, 2001
- Brake shift interlock.*jb01181 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 17, 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 may exhibit a fuel fill valve sealing condition. *yd15113 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Aug 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
- A condition may exist with possible electronc damage occuring to the compuvalve from voltage spikes between the compuvalve connections when connecting or disconnecting the main com…00239 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 13, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit a false high spark advance readings when using a new generator star (ngs) tester. *tt00133 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 26, 2000
- Transmission- e40d/4r100-1989-99-main controls, separator plates and separator plate gaskets usage chart. Yd98168 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 7, 2000
- Some bi-fuel vehicles may require powertrain control module (pcm) replacement during service and may not run on cng or lpg., recalibration of the pcm/replacement. *mjs00611 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 20, 2000
- Vehicles may experience solid particle contaminants from prior transmission concerns or excess wear, may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system is not properly flushed…0038 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 7, 2000
- Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs0015 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 10, 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
- Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks. *tt99242 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 15, 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 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
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt99222 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 18, 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
- 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
- Information regarding transmission trouble codes. *mjs7100 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Sone police vehicles and other vehicles with 4r70w may exhibit a vibration and / or transmission extension housing bushing damage from sustained high speed operation. *tt9913125 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt99139 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 28, 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 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
- Experiencing a delayed or no 2-3 upshift, primarily when the transmission is cold on vehicles with ford qality remanufactured (fqr) 4r70w transmission exchange units with julian bu…9996 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · 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
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration and / or transmission extension housing bushing damage from sustained high speed operation. *tt12725 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1999
- Experiencing a vibration and / or transmission extension housing bushing damage. *tt6242 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1999
- Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt9943 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 8, 1999
- 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
- Information regarding replacement and / or repairs on any lock component. *yc982323 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 23, 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
- Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc982010 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 12, 1998
- LOCKS FAILED. YD98163 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 17, 1998
- A direct replacement part for the evaporative emission canister and bracket assembly. Ak981512 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 3, 1998
- Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc9888 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 27, 1998
- Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc9852 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Apr 13, 1998
- Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt9864 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 30, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a drift or pull to the left while braking. *tt985A46 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 18, 1998
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc985A13 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 18, 1998
- Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles. *tt985A12 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 18, 1998
- Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums. *yc985A11 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 18, 1998
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc985A5 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 18, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62,628, and/or 1728. *yc98419 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc9845 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Concerns with axle wind-up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers. *tt983074 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 27, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62, 628, and / or 1728 may be stored in memory. *tt98123 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Performance enhancement for defroster. *tt98122 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Information on the defroster performance enhancement.98122 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt9814 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Some vehicles may stall when the transmission is placed into gear. *yc97090297187 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 2, 1997
- Part number information for the use of a child seat tether. *tw97050110621 · Technical service bulletin · Child Seat · issued May 10, 1997
- New clutch slave cylinder with a redesigned lip seal. *twBC2301970501 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1997
- Wiring- aftermarket wiring alterations- service tip. *jd9779 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 31, 1997
- Headlamp- headlamp housing melts- ambulance and emergency vehicles only. *jd9778 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 31, 1997
- Noise- "ratcheting"- front axle- 4x4- self-engagement of automatic hub locks- bronco, f-150 and f-250 under 8500# gvw. *jd97628 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 17, 1997
- Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage. *jd9768 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 17, 1997
- Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd97511 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 3, 1997
- Accessory drive belts- fead belt comes off- vehicles with 4.9l engine. *jd9748 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 17, 1997
- Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips. *jd9747 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 17, 1997
- The clutch may be hard to depress due to dust/contamination entering the slave cylinder. *twBC3287970206 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 6, 1997
- Gem concern - check for more than one gem controlled component that is inoperative or for a string of false gem dtc's received in memory. *twBC3282970206 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 6, 1997
- Noise- "popping/creaking"- front frame or suspension brackets- frame- "popping/creaking"- fastener replacement. *jd97310 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Feb 3, 1997
- Air conditioning- r-134a tracer dye installed in a/c system and three o-ring spring lock couplers- service tip. *jd9735 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 3, 1997
- The ngs displays incorrect data for the ign gem pid on the vehicles. *jdBC1022797230 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 23, 1997
- High shift efforts on manual transmission. *jdBC1017297230 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 23, 1997
- High shift efforts on manual transmission. *jdBC3520972301 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 23, 1997
- The ngs displays incorrect date for the ing gem pid on the vehicles. *jdBC3363972301 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 23, 1997
- Air bag lamp flash-out code 33 on vehicles equiped with a passenger side air bag. *jdBC0326972301 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 23, 1997
- Some 1995 and all 1996 and 1997 vehicles with e4od transmissions have been built with a reusable elastomeric transmission fluid pan gasket. *jdBC0053972301 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 23, 1997
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - gaseous fuel prep (gfp) vehicles - powertrain control module (pcm) reprogramming required - vehicles with 2.0l or 4.9l engine. *tw9726 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 20, 1997
- Engine compartment noise-"buzzing or knocking"- right front of engine-after starting. *jd97114 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 2, 1997
- Vehicles with e4od transmissions have been built with a reusable elastomeric transmission fluid pan gasket. *jdBC1015397020 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 2, 1997
- Some 1995 and all 1996 and 1997 vehicles with e40d transmissions have been built with a reusable elastomeric transmission fluid pan gasket. *jdBC0053970201 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 2, 1997
- Noise - ratcheting - front axle - 4x4 - self engagement of automatic hub locks. *tw962620 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 16, 1996
- Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw962612 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 16, 1996
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) - diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306, p0307, and/or p0308 stored in memory. *tw96265 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 16, 1996
- Steering - clunk noise from steering column on accelerating and braking. *tw962521 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 2, 1996
- Powertrain control module -reprogram powertrain control module (pcm) - service procedures - service tip. *tw962511 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 2, 1996
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) - diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306, p0307 and/or p0308 stored in memory. *tw962510 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 2, 1996
- Locks - replace and/or repair any lock component - service tip. *tw96252 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Dec 2, 1996
- When diagnosing an air bag lamp flash-out code 33 (passenger side air bag high resistance or open) on a 1994-1996 f150 or bronco that is not equipped with a passenger side air bag,…BC0326961129 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Nov 29, 1996
- Transmission - e40d - revised design forward planet thrust washer - service tip. *tw962418 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 18, 1996
- Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw96249 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 18, 1996
- Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw96246 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 18, 1996
- A "clunk" noise heard/felt through the steering column when maneuvering in parking lots, driving in stop and go traffic or driving over bumps. *twBC0475961114 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Nov 14, 1996
- Diagnosing an air bag lamp flash-out code 33 (passenger side air bag high resistance or open)BC0057961101 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Nov 1, 1996
- A 'clunk' noise may be heard/felt through the steering column when maneuvering in parking lots, driving in stop and go traffic or driving over bumps. *twBC0001196110 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Nov 1, 1996
- Investigating 7.3l irregular idle. *ttBC0693961023 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Oct 23, 1996
- Engine compartment noise - buzzing or knocking - right front of engine - after starting - 4.9l engines - f series built from 8/1/94 through 10/15/95 - econolines built from 8/15/94…962212 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 21, 1996
- Air conditioning - compressor failure - insufficient amount of refrigerant oil. *tw96226 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 21, 1996
- Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip. *tw96225 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Oct 21, 1996
- Long crank - sticking idle air control (iac) valve - vehicles built from 11/1/94 through 3/30/96 -stall - after starting when engine allowed to soak from 1-4 hours - sticking idle …96223 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Oct 21, 1996
- Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip. *tw96222 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 21, 1996
- Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw96221 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 21, 1996
- E4od trans may emit a tick/rattle noise when driving at light loads in 1st gear at 1100 to 1800 rpm rpm. *ttBC0844961008 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 8, 1996
- Vehicles may exhibit an exhaust leak &/or noise due to warped exhaust manifolds. *ttBC0883961004 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 4, 1996
- Information for when diagnosing concerns w/ factory installed cellular phones. *ttBC9688961001 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 1996
- Investigating 7.3l irregular idle. *ttBC5201961001 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Oct 1, 1996
- Firestone p235 tires may exhibit a high frequency vibration at 65-75 mph. *ttBC5195961001 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Oct 1, 1996
- For concerns of stalling, reflash pcm w/ 1996 calibration (r11 level). *ttBC5191961001 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1996
- Service tip information regarding the reverse clutch piston and piston seal usage. *tt96728 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 25, 1996
- Experiencing a knocking noise when the engine is cold and under acceleration. *tt96727 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 25, 1996
- Subject regarding a new single key locksets installed on certain trial vehicles. *tt96715 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Mar 25, 1996
- Some 4r70w transmissions were built with a unique case and require a spacer to be installed between the low / reverse servo cover and retaining ring. *tt96711 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 25, 1996
- 4x4 front axles must use hypoid 4x4 gear oil p/n f1tz-19580-a & high temp 4x4 front axle & wheel bearing grease when servicing. It is not recommended to use heavier weight lubes in…BC0131960102 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 1995
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake sys…95212 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 1, 1995
- UNKNOWNBC4178950401 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 1995
- Cooling system - leaking radiator hose - upgraded hose clamps. *tw95616 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 1995