Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Recall - Battery Cable Harness Modification
- Recall 96V193000: Battery Cable Damage
- Recall - Cracked Fuel Tanks, Incorrect VIN's Listed
- Recall 01V114000: Possible Fuel Tank Crack
- Recall 07V336000: Cruise Control Fire Hazard
- Recall 08V051000: Incorrect Speed Control Jumper Harness
- Recall - Cruise Control Switch Jumper Harness
- Recall - Cruise Control Deactivation Switch Inspection
- Important Reminder Customer Letter - Truck
- Dealer Letter
- Attachment I - Administrative Information
- Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
- Attachment III - Technical Information
- Attachment IV - FJH Parts Application Chart
- Attachment V - Dealer Q & A
- Important Reminder Owner Letter - Car - Parts Available
- Important Reminder Owner Letter - Truck - Required Service Not Performed Yet
- Owner Letter
- Recall 09V399000: Cruise Control Deactivation Switch
- Recall - Cruise Control Deactivation Switch Overheating
- Customer Interest
- HVAC - Blower Motor Inoperable or Functions On 1 Speed
- Air Conditioning - Musty/Mildew Type Odors
- Engine - Coolant Loss/Oil Contamination
- Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
- Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
- EGR - MIL ON/Hesitation/Misfire/DTC's P0305/P0306 Set
- Frame - Creaking Noise/Cracked
- Tires - Vibration Above 60 MPH
- Bumper - Rust Staining
- Overview
- 1997-98 Expedition/F-150/250 LD 4X4 Frnt. Bumper
- 1997-98 F-150/250 LD 4X2 Front Bumper
- 1997-98 F-150/250 LD Rear Bumper (4X2/4X4)
- 1990-97 F-250 HD/F-350/Bronco Frnt./Rear Bumper
- 1997-98 Expedition - Rear Bumper
- 1997 Explorer XLT/Eddie Bauer - Frnt. Bumper
- 1997 Explorer - Rear Bumper
- 1997 Econoline - Front Bumper
- Doors - (60/40) Noise While Vehicle is in Motion
- Side Doors - Wind Noises
- Steering Column - Clunking Felt Rocking Steering Wheel
- Ignition Key - Hard To Remove From Ignition Cylinder
- Steering Column - Squeaking/Moaning Noise On Turns
- Rear Axle, Dana 80,- Whine Noise
- Engine - Stalls When Transmission is Engaged
- Engine - Stall During Transmission Engagement
- A/T - Torque Converter Access Plug Dislodges
- Engine Controls - Engine Surge/Rolling Idle/DTC's Set
- PCM - MIL ON/DTCs P0300 through P0308 Stored
- Engine - Lean Driveability Symptoms
- PCM - MIL ON/DTC P0446 Present/No Symptoms
- PCM - Hard Start/Misfire/Stall/MIL ON/DTCs Present
- PCM - MIL ON/DTC P0446 Set
- Engine - Stall During Tip In After Short Idle Period
- A/T - E4OD Ticking Noise While In First Gear
- Power Seat Switch - Button Comes Off
- Air Bag System - Warning Lamp ON/Code 21 Set
- C Pillar - Body Sinks During Warm Weather
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC's Stored/Check Fuel Cap Lamp ON
- Exhaust - Vibration/Boom On Acceleration/Deceleration
- A/T - 4R70W TCIL ON/Code P0782/Delayed/No 2-3 Upshift
- Rear Axle - Chattering On Turns Or Cornering
- Driveline - Clunk/Bump When Starting From A Stop
- Driveline - Clunk/Bump Starting From A Stop
- Power Door Locks/Keyless Entry - Inoperative When Wet
- Seat Belt - Slow To Retract
- Windshield - Water Leaks
- Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noise
- Keyless Entry Transmitter - Intermittent Operation
- Oil Dipstick/PCV Valve - Dislodging From Engine
- Power Windows - Inoperative
- Paint - Rough Texture
- A/T - Inadvertent Shift Interlock Disabling
- A/T - E4OD 4-1 Downshift During Forced 4-2 Downshift
- A/T - 4R70W (Remanufactured) Delayed or No 2-3 Upshift
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Erratic/Prolonged 1-2 Shift
- Front Passenger Side Stepwell Cover - Not Flush
- A/C - Unable To Control Temperature
- Steering/Suspension - Apparent 'Dogtracking'
- A/C - Heater Core Electrolysis/Leakage
- Restraints - Air Bag Lamp ON/DTC's B1876/B1880/B1920
- Steering/Brakes - Brake Pedal Kick-Back/Grabbing
- Engine - Spark Knock on Light Load/Acceleration
- Chemicals,Additives
- Bumper - Rust Staining
- Overview
- 1997-98 Expedition/F-150/250 LD 4X4 Frnt. Bumper
- 1997-98 F-150/250 LD 4X2 Front Bumper
- 1997-98 F-150/250 LD Rear Bumper (4X2/4X4)
- 1990-97 F-250 HD/F-350/Bronco Frnt./Rear Bumper
- 1997-98 Expedition - Rear Bumper
- 1997 Explorer XLT/Eddie Bauer - Frnt. Bumper
- 1997 Explorer - Rear Bumper
- 1997 Econoline - Front Bumper
- Paint - Rough Texture
- Bumper - Rust Staining
- Factory Modifications
- Recommended Repairs
- Bumper - Rust Staining
- Overview
- 1997-98 Expedition/F-150/250 LD 4X4 Frnt. Bumper
- 1997-98 F-150/250 LD 4X2 Front Bumper
- 1997-98 F-150/250 LD Rear Bumper (4X2/4X4)
- 1990-97 F-250 HD/F-350/Bronco Frnt./Rear Bumper
- 1997-98 Expedition - Rear Bumper
- 1997 Explorer XLT/Eddie Bauer - Frnt. Bumper
- 1997 Explorer - Rear Bumper
- 1997 Econoline - Front Bumper
- Rear Axle, Dana 80,- Whine Noise
- Bumper - Rust Staining
- Seals, Gaskets
- Superceded Bulletins
- 98-5A-44 - 06/22/98
- 98-4-18 - 03/02/98
- Recall - Speed Control Deactivation Switch Defects
- Recall - Cruise Control Switch Circuit Defect
- 05S28S12 - 08/20/07
- 05S28S11 - 08/03/07
- Paint - Materials For Warranty And Post Warranty Repair
- Paint - Worldwide Recommended Materials
- Paint - Industrial Fallout/Iron Particle Removal
- Paint - Recommended Materials
- Paint - Refinish Paint Testing Program
- Locks - Lock Service Package Availability
- Locks - Lock Service Kit Availability
- Locks - Lock Service Kits Availability
- Interior Trim - Repairs To Vinyl Surfaces
- Side Doors - Wind noise Service Tip
- Side Doors - Wind Noise Service Tip
- Side Door - Wind Noise Service Tips
- Air Bag System - Lamp ON/Multiple DTC's Set
- A/C - Identification Of Non Approved Refrigerants
- Air Conditioning - Musty Odors
- A/C Temperature Control - Inoperative
- A/C - No Temperature Control
- A/T - 4R70W Delayed Or No 2-3 Upshift
- Frame - Creaking Noise While Turning
- Electrical - Wiring Soldering/Crimping Tips
- Wire Splicing And Wire Harness- Terminal Repair Kit
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Wire Splice Procedure
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair And Wire Splice Kit
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Wire Splice Repair
- Recall - Incorrect Cruise Control Jumper Harness
- Ignition Cylinder - Hard To Turn or Remove Ignition Key
- Brakes - Roughness/Vibration
- Brake Rotor - Hub Mounted Machining Equipment
- Brakes - Rotor/Drum Sanding Elimination
- A/T - New Transmission Cooler Flusher/Service Tip
- A/T - E4OD MIL ON/Codes 62/628/1728 Set
- A/T- E4OD/4R100 Parts Usage Chart
- Shift Interlock (BRAKE) - Inadvertent Disabling
- Brake Shift Interlock - Inadvertent Disabling
- PCM - Reprogramming Service Tip
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectations Vs. Vehicle Usage
- Speaker - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Speakers - Whining/Buzzing Noise
- Diesel Engine - Rough Idle During Break-In
- EVAP System - MIL ON Multiple DTC's Set
- Evaporative Emission Canister - Components Availability
- Electrical/SRS - Air Bag Lamp ON/DTC's Set
- Engine Controls - General PCM Reprogramming Procedures
- Electrical - Air Bag Lamp ON/Multiple DTC's Set
- EVAP - MIL ON/DTC's P0442/P0455/No Driveability Concerns
- A/T - E4OD MIL ON/DTC's 62/628/1728 Set
- PCM - MIL ON/DTCs P0446/P1450/No Driveability Concerns
- PCM - MIL ON/DTC P0446 in Memory
- PCM - MIL ON/DTC P0446 Stored in Memory
- EVAP System - MIL ON/DTC's P0442/P0455 Stored
- EVAP System - MIL ON/DTC's P0442 and P0455 Set
- EVAP System - MIL ON/DTC's P0442/P0455 Set
- Emissions - MIL ON/EVAP System DTC's Set
- PCM - Out Of Vehicle Reprogramming
- Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noises
- Heater Core - Repeated Failure
- Engine - Cylinder Head Straightedge Flatness Check
- Engine - Oil Mixed With Coolant/Coolant Loss
- A/T - Fluid Application Charts
- A/T - E4OD/4R100 Fluid In-Line Filter Kit
- Alignment/Suspension - ``Dogtracking'' Condition
- Engine - Oil Recommendations/Applications
- A/T - Transmission Fluid Usage Charts
- Automatic Transmission - Fluid Usage Charts
- A/C - Identification of Non-Approved Refrigerants
- A/C - Identifying Non-Approved Refrigerants
- Ignition System - Engine Misfire Diagnostics Tips
- Ignition System - Engine Misfire Diagnostic Tips
- Engine - Hesitation On Acceleration/Misfire/DTC's Stored
- PCM - Hard Start/Engine Misfire/MIL ON/Codes Present
- Engine - Stalls When Tranmission is Engaged
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- HVAC - Blower Motor Inoperable or Functions On 1 Speed
- Air Conditioning - Musty/Mildew Type Odors
- A/C - Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement
- A/C System - Diagnosis and Service Tips
- Driveability - Vacuum Leak Detection
- Aluminum Engine - New Cleaners/Service Tips
- Engine - Coolant Loss/Oil Contamination
- Electrical - New Terminal Grease Released For Service
- Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
- Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
- Heater Core - On Car Pressure Test For Warranty Claim
- Engine - Aluminum Block/Head Machining
- Engine - Cylinder Head Straightedge Surface Check
- EGR - MIL ON/Hesitation/Misfire/DTC's P0305/P0306 Set
- Frame - Creaking Noise/Cracked
- Ball Joint - Proper Inspection Procedure
- Wheels/Tires - Road Force Measurement Equipment
- Tires - Vibration Above 60 MPH
- Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
- Frame - Rivet Replacement with Bolts Service Tip
- Bumper - Rust Staining
- Overview
- 1997-98 Expedition/F-150/250 LD 4X4 Frnt. Bumper
- 1997-98 F-150/250 LD 4X2 Front Bumper
- 1997-98 F-150/250 LD Rear Bumper (4X2/4X4)
- 1990-97 F-250 HD/F-350/Bronco Frnt./Rear Bumper
- 1997-98 Expedition - Rear Bumper
- 1997 Explorer XLT/Eddie Bauer - Frnt. Bumper
- 1997 Explorer - Rear Bumper
- 1997 Econoline - Front Bumper
- Doors - (60/40) Noise While Vehicle is in Motion
- Side Doors - Wind Noises
- Steering Column - Clunking Felt Rocking Steering Wheel
- Ignition Key - Hard To Remove From Ignition Cylinder
- Steering Column - Squeaking/Moaning Noise On Turns
- Rear Axle, Dana 80,- Whine Noise
- Engine - Stalls When Transmission is Engaged
- Engine - Stall During Transmission Engagement
- A/T - E4OD Main Regulator Booster Service Tip
- A/T - E4OD Cooler Bypass Valve Service Tip
- Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
- A/T - Cooler Flushing Service Tips
- A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure
- A/T - Torque Converter Access Plug Dislodges
- Universal Joint - Greasable Design Availability
- Fuel Injectors - Non Warranty Reimbursement Testing
- Engine Controls - Engine Surge/Rolling Idle/DTC's Set
- PCM - MIL ON/DTCs P0300 through P0308 Stored
- PCM - Reprogramming Tips
- PCM - Reprogramming Out of Vehicle
- Emissions/Engine Controls - Driveability Diagnosis
- EGR DPFE Sensor - Voltage Range Revision
- Mass Air Flow Sensor - Assembly Replacement
- Engine - Lean Driveability Symptoms
- Recall - Battery Cable Harness Modification
- Recall 96V193000: Battery Cable Damage
- Ignition System - Coil-On-Plug Misfire Diagnostic Tips
- PCM - MIL ON/DTC P0446 Present/No Symptoms
- PCM - Hard Start/Misfire/Stall/MIL ON/DTCs Present
- PCM - MIL ON/DTC P0446 Set
- Engine - Stall During Tip In After Short Idle Period
- A/T - E4OD Ticking Noise While In First Gear
- Engine Controls - General PCM Programming Procedures
- Recall - Cracked Fuel Tanks, Incorrect VIN's Listed
- Recall 01V114000: Possible Fuel Tank Crack
- Power Seat Switch - Button Comes Off
- Air Bag System - Warning Lamp ON/Code 21 Set
- Brakes - Elimination Of Sanding Rotors And Drums
- Hub-Mount Brake Rotor Machining Equipment
- Engine Head Gasket - Approved Replacement Procedures
- Sheet Molding Composite - Body Repair
- C Pillar - Body Sinks During Warm Weather
- Evaporative Emission Canister - Components Availabilit
- EVAP - DTC's P0442/P0455/MIL ON/No Driveability Concerns
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC's Stored/Check Fuel Cap Lamp ON
- Exhaust - Vibration/Boom On Acceleration/Deceleration
- A/T - Multiple DTC's Stored Diagnosis
- A/T - E4OD TCIL Flashing/DTC's 62/628/1728 Stored
- A/T - 4R70W TCIL ON/Code P0782/Delayed/No 2-3 Upshift
- Door Locks/Latches - Diagnostic Service Tips
- Rear Axle - Chattering On Turns Or Cornering
- Driveline - Clunk/Bump When Starting From A Stop
- Driveline - Clunk/Bump Starting From A Stop
- Interior Door Trim Panel - Replacement Tip
- Power Door Locks/Keyless Entry - Inoperative When Wet
- Seat Belt - Slow To Retract
- Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film
- Windshield - Water Leaks
- Rear View Mirror - Reattachment
- Motor Oil - Viscosity Grade Recommendation
- Engine Oil - Oil Recommendations/Applications
- Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noise
- A/T - E4OD New Design Overdrive Clutch Piston
- A/T - E4OD Unique Parts Application
- A/T - E4OD New Design Reverse Clutch Assembly
- A/T - Cold Fluid Level Checking
- A/T - Transmission Flush and Fill Tool Available
- Keyless Entry Transmitter - Intermittent Operation
- Oil Dipstick/PCV Valve - Dislodging From Engine
- A/T - E4OD New Case And Extension Housing
- A/T - Mercon V ATF Usage
- New Digital Transmission Range Sensor - Service Tip
- Power Windows - Inoperative
- Engine - New Gasket Sealer
- Engine - Oil System Priming Procedures
- Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectation vs. Vehicle Usage
- Remote Keyless Entry - Diagnostic Service Tips
- Keyless Entry System - Service Tips
- Interior Trim - Vinyl Surface Repair Tips
- Locks - Lock Service Packages Available
- Paint - Codes and Colors/Cross Reference
- Paint - Materials For After Warranty/Warranty Repairs
- Paint - Rough Texture
- A/T - Inadvertent Shift Interlock Disabling
- Electrical Diode - Identification and Replacement
- A/T - Main Controls/Separator Plate/Gaskets Usage
- A/T - E4OD 4-1 Downshift During Forced 4-2 Downshift
- A/T - 4R70W (Remanufactured) Delayed or No 2-3 Upshift
- A/T - AODE/4R70W Erratic/Prolonged 1-2 Shift
- A/C - R134a Tracer Dye and Three O Ring Spring Couplers
- A/C - Identification of Non Approved Refrigerants
- A/C O Ring - Availability and Applications
- A/C - New O Ring Applications
- A/T - E4OD Forward Thrust Washer Revision
- A/T - 4R70W Needle Bearing/Race Kit Service Tip
- Front Passenger Side Stepwell Cover - Not Flush
- A/C - Unable To Control Temperature
- Brakes - Vibration/Inspection Service Tips
- Manual Adjusting Parking Brake System - Service Tip
- Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Concerns
- Steering/Suspension - Apparent 'Dogtracking'
- A/C - Refrigerant Oil Refill Capacity
- Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips
- Engine - Reman Engine Head Gasket Identification
- A/C - Heater Core Electrolysis/Leakage
- Restraints - Air Bag Lamp ON/DTC's B1876/B1880/B1920
- Steering - Mercon V(R) Fluid Usage
- Steering/Brakes - Brake Pedal Kick-Back/Grabbing
- Recall 07V336000: Cruise Control Fire Hazard
- Engine - Spark Knock on Light Load/Acceleration
- Recall 08V051000: Incorrect Speed Control Jumper Harness
- Recall - Cruise Control Switch Jumper Harness
- Recall - Cruise Control Deactivation Switch Inspection
- Important Reminder Customer Letter - Truck
- Dealer Letter
- Attachment I - Administrative Information
- Attachment II - Labor and Parts Information
- Attachment III - Technical Information
- Attachment IV - FJH Parts Application Chart
- Attachment V - Dealer Q & A
- Important Reminder Owner Letter - Car - Parts Available
- Important Reminder Owner Letter - Truck - Required Service Not Performed Yet
- Owner Letter
- Recall 09V399000: Cruise Control Deactivation Switch
- Recall - Cruise Control Deactivation Switch Overheating
- Comprehensive Noise/Vibration/Harshness Procedure
- Overview
- Description and Operation
- Diagnosis and Testing
- Overview
- Diagnostic Process
- 1. Customer Interview
- 2. Pre-Drive Check
- 3. Preparing For the Road Test
- 4. Verify the Customer Concern
- 5. Road Test
- 6. Check OASIS/TSBs/Repair History
- 7. Diagnostic Procedure
- NVH Condition and Symptom Categories
- Symptom Charts
- Pinpoint Tests
- Overview
- Pinpoint Test A: Brake Vibration/Shudder Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test B: Engine Ticking Noise Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test C:Front ENG. ACC. Drive (Fead) Bearing Hoot Diag.
- Pinpoint Test D: Power Steering Moan Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test E: Engine Driven Cooling Fan Moan Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test F: Drumming Noise Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test G: Engine Ticking, Knock/Continuous Rattle Diag.
- Pinpoint Test H: Front Suspension Noise Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test I: Rear Suspension Noise Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test J: Wheel and Tire Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test K: High Speed Shake or Shimmy Diagnosis
- Pinpoint Test L: Clutch Vibration
- Pinpoint Test M: Transfer Case Vibration
- Component Tests
- Tire Wear Patterns & Frequency Calculations
- General Procedures