1998 Ford Windstar service bulletins & manufacturer communications
236 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 1998 Ford Windstar. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 236
- For 1999-2003 Windstar vehicles Safety Recall 11S16 has been issued for vehicles that are operated in high corrosion areas for an extended period, where a front subframe lower cont…16-0065 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 20, 2020
- Safety recall 10S13 - Rear axle corrosion - requests for recall service actionTSB160070 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 21, 2016
- For 1998-2003 Windstar vehicles Safety Recall 10S13 has been issued for vehicles that are operated in high corrosion areas for an extended period, where the rear axle could potenti…16-0070 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 21, 2016
- Summary to be provided on a future date.CSP-15-N-02 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 29, 2015
- Ford: safety recall concerning rear axle fracturing if vehicle is operated in high corrosion areas for and extended period. Model 1998-03 windstar. *peTSB-14-0167 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 9, 2014
- Ford: on some minivans, rear axle will fracture, in high corrosion area, after operating for an extended time period, and vehicle handling ability will be affected. Model 1998-2003…TSB-14-0146 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 11, 2014
- General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt042107 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 13, 2004
- Literature program 04l23. Customer maintenance reminder - aluminum wheel lug nut torque. *tt04L23 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Oct 1, 2004
- Groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park with the vehicle parked on an incline. *tt this bulletin updates previous bulletin 17358, dated 11/01/2003 to include 2005 mo…17358 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2004
- Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457 or p1442 or a check fuel cap lamp illuminated with dtc p0457 for the evaporat…03203 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 13, 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
- Slight amount of fluid residue on the outside of the rear wheel cylinder dust boot on vehicles with rear drum brakes. *tt16987 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jul 1, 2003
- Torque converter clutch not engaging when commanded and/or diagnostic trouble codes p0741 or p1744 stored in memory. Models from 1996 to 2003. *tt03123 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 23, 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
- Ax4s transaxle may exhibit no reverse engagement condition. *tt *jb16678 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 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
- Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh02208 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 14, 2002
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj02176 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Sep 2, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit a popping / grinding noise from the front of the vehicle when going over bumps or making turns. *tt02152 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 5, 2002
- Grunt / popping noise coming from the front suspension at speeds below 20 mph when turning. *tt02132 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 8, 2002
- Subject regarding power steering line part ordering information. *tt15767 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt0245 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 4, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit rear drum brakes that drag or will not release properly when operated in wet conditions and / or below freezing temperatures. *tt15719 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 1, 2002
- Exhibiting intermittent anti-skid brake system and / or red brake lamp on at times while driving. *tt15682 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 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
- 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 may exhibit a park pullout clunk noise when shifting from park to another gear position. *tt15392 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may run rough at cruise or momentarily after stopping, a check engine light,and p030x codes. *tt15373 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park. *tt15370 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · 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
- Brake shift interlock.*jb01181 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 17, 2001
- Transaxle - ax4s - replacement application chart - windstar vehicles only. *nlm01171 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 3, 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
- Information regarding replacement application chart. *et011701 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 2001
- On some vehicles, engine oil may continue to leak from the engine oil pan gasket area after an engine oil pan gasket repair has been performed. *tt01124 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 25, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a power steering fluid leak from the end seals of the steering rack and pinion. *tt0156 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Mar 19, 2001
- Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *tt0147 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 5, 2001
- Some fleet customers may want to disable the child lock feature on the sliding doors and prevent it from being accidently re-activated. *tt13812 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Information on indexing orange dot on torque converter to flexplate. *tt14773 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit rear drum brakes that drag or will not release properly when operated in wet conditions and / or below freezing temperatures. *tt14656 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Feb 1, 2001
- Service action 00e11, supplement #1 - update information regarding on-board diagnostic system upgrade. *tt00E11 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 2001
- Service action bulletin regarding on-board diagnostic system upgrade. *tt00E11 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2000
- Concerns with subframe clunk on acceleration / deceleration from front of vehicle. *tt14222 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 1, 2000
- Floor mat installation procedure service tip. Yd981617 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 7, 2000
- Vehicles exhibiting a noisy liftgate or sheet metal stree cracks where the lift assembly attaches to the liftgate. **mr0072 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 3, 2000
- Some vehicles in certain of delivery fleet service that requires very frequent parking brake application may exhibit a parking brake assembly that rattles or feels loose at the flo…0071 · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · issued Apr 3, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit the metal tabs on the liftgate inner panel that bond to the outer skin separating and causing a rattle in the liftgate. *tt13931 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 1, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit the metal tabs on the liftgate inner panel that bond to the outer skin separating and causing a rattle in the liftgate. *tt8249 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 1, 2000
- Some fleet customers may want to disable the child lock feature on the sliding doors and prevent it from being accidently re-activated. *tt8036 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · 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 may exhibit noisy liftgate or sheet metal stress where the lift assembly attached to the liftgate. *mjs13787 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Vehicles used in fleets that includes frequent parking brake application may exhibit a parking brake assembly that rattles or feels loose at the floor panel mounting. *mjs13777 · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Noisy liftgate or sheet metal stress where the lift assembly attaches to the liftgate.7971 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Parking brake assembly that rattles or feels loose at the floor panel mounting.7965 · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · 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
- 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
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt99222 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 18, 1999
- Subject on engine coolant leaking into the engine oil on some vehicles. *tt99207 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 4, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with starburst type wheel caps may exhibit wheel caps that rattle or appear loose. *tt13396 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles with 3.8l engine may exhibit black soot on the lower section of the right rear quarter panel. *tt13309 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise from the liftgate area. *tt13294 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · 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
- Subject regarding starburst type wheel caps that rattle or appear loose. *tt7309 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Exhibiting a rattle noise from the liftgate area. *tt7211 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles built from 5/20/98 to 12/31/98 equipped with starburst type wheel covers may exhibit a loose wheel cap or rattle noise from the wheel caps. *tt7134 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit black soot emitted from the tailpipe leaving deposits on right rearl lower quarter panel. *tt7120 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Climate control is investigating concerns of broken and or binding blend doors on some vehicles. *ttTechnical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 23, 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
- Service information for musty and mildew type odors coming from the air conditioning / heating system. *tt99195 · 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
- Some vehicles equipped with ax4s transaxle, may exhibit a harsh 2-3 downshift may occur when coasting around a corner and then accelerating. *tt99184 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 6, 1999
- Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure. *tt99183 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 6, 1999
- Information regarding starbusrt wheel caps loose/rattle. *mjs13256 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding tsb 97-20-08 for 3.8l engines only. *mjs13242 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding front cover & water pump bolts-torque valve revision/3.8-4.2l. *mjs13186 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart. *mjs13180 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding the torque converter clutch solenoid. *mjs7047 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · 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
- Information regarding a change in the torque values of the engine front cover water pump bolts. *tt6996 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Information regarding a pcm reprogramming error occuring on vehicles if an incorrect calibration qualifier is selected. *tt5039 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Climate control is investigating concerns of broken and / or binding blend doors. *tt9913073 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles equipped with the ax4s transaxle may exhibit a harsh 3-2 downshift when coasting around a corner and then stepping into the throttle to accelerate away from the corne…996735 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Concerns with the low fuel lamp illuminating too early occurring with a 19-26 l (5-7 gallon) fuel reserve on vehicles equipped with a 95 l (25 gallon) fuel tanik. *tt99154 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · 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
- Some vehicles equipped with the ax4s transaxle may exhibit a harsh 3-2 downshift when coasting around a corner and then stepping into the throttle to accelerate away from the corne…13024 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Information on various engines available for the ford qualty renewal (fqr) engine assembly. *tt6573 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt99139 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 28, 1999
- Concerns with engine coolant leaking into engine oil on some vehicles. *tt99131 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · 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 exhibit abs (anti-lock brake system) low speed false activation with no dtc (diagnostic trouble code). *tt12808 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit abs (anti-lock brake system) low speed false activation with no (dtc) diagnostic trouble code. *tt6392 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Information regarding the availability of engine assembly for various vehicles. *tt6386 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 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
- Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt9943 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 8, 1999
- Information on transaxle service case replacement with oss (output shaft speed sensor) hole. *tt12616 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Experiencing rattle / chuck noise from liftgate area due to lubricant that has been applied to the liftgate wedges. *tt12606 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Concerns with reverse clutch that could become sheared or torn in extremely cold temperatures. *tt12559 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Information on servicing oil pan gasket leaks. *tt5518 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Conditions with the trac off lamp illuminating intermittently and ther may also be stored trouble codes u1009 and / or u1027.BPI9904 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Concerns with the potential effects of adhesives used for body panel repairs. *tt98203 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 1999
- 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
- Some vehicles may stall during deceleration when coming to a stop. *yc98256 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · 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
- Emission recall on reprogramming powertrain control module calibration codes. *tt98E03 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information used when performing rear wiper pinpoint tests. *tt12263 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · 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
- Manual correction when performing rear wiper motor pinpoint test. *tt5346 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Subject regarding engine stall on deceleration or during slow speed maneuvering. *tt5271 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Subject regarding harsh light throttle 1-2 upshift condition. *tt5266 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a ngs error message, total checksum error after ngs / sbts pcm reprogramming. *tt5205 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern. *tt5203 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Subject regarding vehicles with the ax4s transaxle having an inline transmission cooler bypass valve located in the cooler line near the radiator cooler. *tt5131 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information regarding replacement and / or repairs on any lock component. *yc982323 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak982310 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Some vehicles experience overhead console loose or hangs down. *yc98235 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Intermittent neutral condition after driving and coming to a stop. *yc98221 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 9, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a front end grind / crunch noise during a slow speed turn. *tt985137 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Information regarding tsb 98-5a-12 (transaxle/transmission/transfer case-vehicles towed behind recreational vehicles-recommended guidelines) does not list towing information for ce…12178 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of check engine light on and continuous diagnostic trouble code p0446 (evap system malfunction). *tt985095 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern. *mjs12174 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a customer concern described as an air conditioner hiss noise. *tt985086 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Repeat message regarding premature low fuel warning, slow fuel fill. *tt985056 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a ngs error message after ngs/sbts pcm reprogramming. *mjs12169 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a front end grind/crunch noise during a slow speed turn. *mjs12114 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Vehicles with the ax4s transaxle have an inline transmission cooler bypass valve located in the cooler line near the radiator cooler. *mjs12099 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1998
- A pcm reprogramming error will occur on vehicles if an incorrect calibration qualifier is selected. *tt5039 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles built may 1, 1998 to july 3, 1998 may have a loose overhead console. *tt985026 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of check engine light (mil) on and continuous dtc po466 (evap system malfunction). *mjs12076 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles built through 9/8/97 may exhibit a condition of multiple diagostic trouble codes. This may be caused by brake fluid and water contamination of circuit 361 and connect…985020 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Experiencng a whine noise coming from the front end accessory drive (fead). *tt985018 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles built may 1, 1998 to july 3, 1998 may have a loose overhead console. *mjs12065 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on condition with diagnostic trouble code p1450 due to an obstruction in the canister vent hose. *tt984989 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Reprogramming powertrain control module calibration codes on some vehicles. *yc98E03 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Concerns of webbing twists or binds on integrated child safety seat (ics) belt. *yc982011 · Technical service bulletin · Child Seat · 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
- Concerns with adhensives not recommended for body panel repairs. *yc98203 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 12, 1998
- FUEL TANK PROBLEMS. *AK98-4743 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Sep 1, 1998
- Engine check lamp on, and misfire dtc (s) po300-po306 action.98-4723 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 1, 1998
- Premature low fuel warning, slow fuel fill action. *ak98-4721 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Sep 1, 1998
- LOCKS FAILED. YD98163 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 17, 1998
- Traction control lamp flasing intermittently with diagnostic trouble codes u1009 and/or u1027. *ak981519 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 3, 1998
- This tsb is being republished in its entirety to revise the power train control module (pcm) calibration cross reference and revise pcm service part numbers. *ak98153 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 3, 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 diagnostic procedures for vehicles exhibiting check engine lamp on and misfire diagnostic trouble codes p0300 - p0306. *tt4639 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Brief information on vehicles exhibiting harsh light throttle 1-2 shift. *tt4620 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit malfunction indicator light on with evaporative diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455 set. *tt4619 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Brief information vehicles exhibiting premature low fuel warning, slow fuel fill. *tt4618 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit rear drum brakes that drag or will not release properly when operated in wet conditions and / or below freezing temperatures. *tt11505 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Subject on second - row seat standard equipment window sticker discrepancy. *yc98B24 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Provided information to clarify calibrations vs. Pcm vs. Catalyst assemblies. *yc98021698316 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 27, 1998
- The front end accessory drive (fead) belt may slip momentarily in wet conditions causing a reduction in power steering assist or the generator lamp. *yc97120897251 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued May 27, 1998
- A loose fan control switch on the auxiliary climate control unit may occur on some vehicles. *yc98811 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 27, 1998
- Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc9888 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 27, 1998
- A vibration may be felt when the vehicle is driven at highway speeds. *yc9879 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 13, 1998
- Damaged or worn cloth or vinyl door trim panel inserts can now be replaced without replacing the door panel. *yc9876 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 13, 1998
- Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio. *tt9873 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 13, 1998
- Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc9852 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Apr 13, 1998
- Customer concern of erratic downshift. *tt11507 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Some high mileage vehicle may exhibit a customer concern of inoperative overdrive cancel light. *tt9811484 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Some model year vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of rear end noise over bumps. *tt11474 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of vibration above 45 mph. *tt9811472 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Vehicles may exhibit a high pich whistle from the heater core housing case. *yc9811451 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 1, 1998
- A concern has been found on the transaxle id tag may exhibit a harsh 1-2 shift on light throttle only. *yc9811302 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a high pitch whistle from the heater core housing case. *yc982677 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 1, 1998
- A revised forward clutch inner seal for the axod, axode, ax4s & ax4n transaxle is available with improved sealing and reduced chance of the seal rolling during installation. *yc982675 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Exhibiting a customer concern of rear end noise over bumps. *yc982535 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of vibration above 45 mph. *ak982533 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of inoperative overdrive cancel light. *yc982512 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit rear drum brakes that drag or will not release properly when operated in wet conditions and / or below freeezing temperatures. *yc982465 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Some customers have concerns of erratic downshift. *ak982451 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Exhibiting a stalling condition during decelerationg to a stop and low speed parking lot maneuvers. *tt980351 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Experiencing harsh light throttle 1-2 shift. *yc980322 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Check engine lamp on and misfire dtc (s) p0300-p0306. *yc980311 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Some vehicles experience a premature low fuel warning, slow fuel fill. *yc980306 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Apr 1, 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, with build dates on / after 9/8/97, may exhibit a harsh or jerky 3-2 transmission downshift under certain low speed operating conditions. *tt984993 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 18, 1998
- Some vehicles experience the parking brake may not release. *yc985A28 · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · 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 squeaking, rattling, chirping, ticking and / or buzzing noise heard from the instrument panel area. *yc98515 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 16, 1998
- Some vehicles may stall during deceleration when coming to a stop, during slow speed parking maneuvers and/or coasting through slow sweeping turns. *yc9857 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 16, 1998
- Wet carpet and/or headliner in cargo area. *yc9855 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 16, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a lound squeaking and / or creaking heard from the driver's seat during driver movement. *tt9854 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 16, 1998
- Experiencing a grinding noise or inoperative door lock may occur when cycling the power front door locks on some vehicles. *tt98416 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Service procedure for blue service tagged transaxles. *yc98411 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc9845 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Some difficulty in matching the texture of the oem anti-chip stone abrasion material to rpair materials when servicing. *yc9844 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Information regarding vehicles exhibiting a stall on decel condition. *tt983090 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 26, 1998
- Some vehicles with power door locks may exhibit an intermittent operation or grind when cycled. *tt983094 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 25, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a noise while turning or braking. *tt983101 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 24, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a harst 1 - 2 shift on light throttle only. *tt983141 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 20, 1998
- Conditions with the fuel gau-ge not reading full or the gauge may prematurely drop to the 3/4 mark. *tt983171 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Feb 17, 1998
- Service tips for surface defect removal without repainting. *yc9833 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 16, 1998
- Repairs to vinyl covered surfaces. *yc9831 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 16, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with 3rd row map lights may exhibit loose fitting lights. *tt983292 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 5, 1998
- Concerns of broken and or binding blend door. *tt983303 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 4, 1998
- Vehicles with power door locks may exhibit an intermittent operation or grind when cycled. *tt9811349 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 1, 1998
- Tsb97-16-10 (mil illumonated-diagnastic trouble codes (dtcs) po300 through po306 comprehensive diagnostic procedures-3.8l engine) does not apply to 19881/2 model year windstar vehi…983314 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 1998
- Experiencing accelerator pedal "buzzing" noise and / or exhaust "droning" noise at approximately 1700 rpm whle driving. *tt98127 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Vehicle may exhibit a "whistling" noise heard from the a/c plenum. *tt98125 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Fuel pump replacement procedure - service tip. *tt9818 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · 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 equipped with 3rd row map lights may exhibit loose fitting lights. *tt9811257 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit conditions of exhaust drone at 1700 rpm. *tt983581 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Vehicles may exhibit a harsh 1-2 shift on light throttle only. *tt983580 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Concerns with slow fuel fill, distorted fuel tank, fuel gage erratic, fuel odor. *tt98-0316 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Mil light on with evaporative dtc p0442, p0455090308 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Intermittent no forward engagement with or without dtc p1784 action. *ak980304 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Exhibiting driveability condition: harsh 1-2 up-shift on very light throttle only. *yc9898A · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Experiencing a coolant leak from the upper radiator hose. *yc971110972310 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 10, 1997
- Concerns with harsh engagements and harsh shifts with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 628, p0741 and/or p1744. *yc97111097237 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 10, 1997
- Experiencing difficulty diagnosing vehicles with evaporative fuel system diagnostic trouble codes. *tt976011 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Nov 1, 1997
- Vehicles equipped with traction control may experience a flashing trac off light at intermittent timew while driving. *twBC106059705 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 1997
- Instructions on how to identify fuel tank sizes. *twBC105909705 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 1, 1997
- HARSH 1-2 UPSHIFT. *TWBC2380970501 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1997
- Instructions on how to identify 20 gallon or 25 gallon fuel tanks - 1996 service manual incorrectly lists fuel tank at 16 gallons. *twBC2295970501 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 1, 1997
- Vehicles equipped with traction control experiencing a flashing trac off light at intermittent times while driving. *twBC2230970501 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 1997
- Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd97511 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 3, 1997
- Interior- leather seat cleaning procedure- service tip. *jd9751 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 3, 1997
- Power steering leak at the constant tension clamps. *twBC3150970219 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Feb 19, 1997
- Replacement headlamp bulbs - several aftermarket companies are offering replacement bulbs with a higher wattage that are not dot approved - sold with disclaimer of "for off-road us…BC3274970207 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 7, 1997
- Power steering line leaks on 95/96 3.8l trailer tow equipped tube and fin cooler systems see oasis message 4685. *jdBC1031597020 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Feb 1, 1997
- The remote anti-theft personality module have two option levels. *jdBC1022697230 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 23, 1997
- Adapters are available to convert windstar "j hook" windshield wiper arms to a conventional pin style to allow the use after market booted winter blades. *jdBC1022097230 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 23, 1997
- Adapters are available to convert vehicle "j hook" windshield wiper arms to a conventional pin style. *jdBC3381972301 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 23, 1997
- The illumination of malfunction indicator light, on and diagnostic trouble codes p1131, p1151, p1132, p1152. *jdBC3370972301 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 23, 1997
- Remote anti-theft personality module have two option levels. *jdBC3362972301 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 23, 1997
- Information for when replacing an interior trim component under warranty. *ttBC0717961021 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 21, 1996