Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 041601 | 11/14/2005 | 05228 | 10018745 | Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running. *tt | 01/12/2006 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | |||||
| 9804279885 | 07/10/1998 | 601235 | Condition with engine cooling fan continues to run after engine is shut off. *yc | 07/10/1998 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 031404 | 08/23/2004 | 04161 | 10011162 | 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. | 01/06/2005 |
| 03144 | 07/21/2003 | 10003744 | 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 plug (cop) kit. 2003 super duty f series included. *tt | 10/29/2003 | |
| 98-4809 | 09/01/1998 | 607222 | Some 1998 lincoln continentals- built from 7/20/98 through 7/30/98-may exhibit a crack in engine front cover,near accessory drive idler pulley boss. *ak | 01/02/2001 | |
| 985036 | 11/01/1998 | 613078 | Experiencing a slight whine / whirring noise, most often noted under light tip-in acceleration at 25-40 mph. *tt | 06/16/2000 | |
| 9874 | 04/13/1998 | 601343 | A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc | 07/24/1998 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 01246 | 12/10/2001 | 630515 | Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt | 04/18/2002 | |
| 0214 | 01/21/2002 | 630001 | 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. *tt | 04/11/2002 | |
| 01205 | 10/15/2001 | 627927 | Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt | 02/26/2002 | |
| 0147 | 03/05/2001 | 619424 | Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *tt | 05/30/2001 | |
| 11530 | 04/01/1998 | 613794 | When diagnosing crank / no start on certain vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft (pats) check the customers key ring for any magnetic objects like the mobile speedpass key which may affect the signal transmission between the pats key a | 08/03/2000 | |
| 6558 | 07/01/1999 | 610685 | Subject regarding the ford quality renewal (fqr) launch. *tt | 05/10/2000 | |
| 99816 | 05/03/1999 | 606420 | Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt | 08/19/1999 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| 982010 | 10/12/1998 | 603695 | Experiencing a buzzing or rattling noise from the exhaust system. *yc | 03/02/1999 | |
| 9864 | 03/30/1998 | 601312 | Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt | 07/21/1998 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||||
| 982310 | 11/23/1998 | 603724 | Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak | 03/03/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 12/07/1999 | 5 | 10/21/1998 | |
| Consumer stated at 17,000 miles, the engine overheated and failed to continue operating, dealership examined the vehicle and made the necessary repairs to remedy problem, then on 26-sep-2001, engine was leaking oil from the right valve cover gasket which had to be replaced, also the water pump was leaking, the door ajar light on dashboard illuminated and would not go out leaving doors in the open position. *jg *ak | |||
| 10/28/1999 | 3 | 08/01/1998 | |
| Cooling system failed 3 times concerned about taking vehicle on a long trip. *ak | |||
| While traveling noticed smoke for the hood engine coolant was leaking . dealer has been contacted, and cannot determine the cause of the problem, the problem still exisits. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 07/09/1999 | |||
| Engine coolant leaks and bubbles up unto the engine compartment, which may cause a fire. been to different dealers, and they cannot determine the cause of the problem. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 01/05/2009 | 1 | ||
| I was driving around 50 mph when the spark plug blow out of the head of the motor. it caused the piston to smoke and it had a rattle. *tr | |||
| 12/07/1999 | 5 | 10/21/1998 | |
| Consumer stated at 17,000 miles, the engine overheated and failed to continue operating, dealership examined the vehicle and made the necessary repairs to remedy problem, then on 26-sep-2001, engine was leaking oil from the right valve cover gasket which had to be replaced, also the water pump was leaking, the door ajar light on dashboard illuminated and would not go out leaving doors in the open position. *jg *ak | |||
| 1 | 03/13/1998 | ||
| Timing chain failed causing engine failure. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 02/01/2002 | |||
| Vehicle was left in idle while it was parked, but then it started to rev up until it reached 1200 rpms, and then it got stuck on 3000 rpms contacted dealer.*ak | |||
| 12/07/1999 | 5 | 10/21/1998 | |
| Consumer stated at 17,000 miles, the engine overheated and failed to continue operating, dealership examined the vehicle and made the necessary repairs to remedy problem, then on 26-sep-2001, engine was leaking oil from the right valve cover gasket which had to be replaced, also the water pump was leaking, the door ajar light on dashboard illuminated and would not go out leaving doors in the open position. *jg *ak | |||
| 07/21/1999 | |||
| While making a u-turn consumer noticed smoke coming from the engine, vehicle was on fire. high pressure plastic line on top of engine cracked and fuel went out onto exhaust pipes and spark plug wires. *ak | |||
| 05/01/1998 | |||
| Engine shuts down while driving. engine fails to start. these events happen intermittently and after a breif wait it will general start. like always this will not happen when the dealer can experance the event. biggest conser is that power steering and power brakes fail with the engine when this takes place on the road at hiway speeds. have been towed to the dealer and then always starts upon arrival. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||
| 1 | 03/28/1998 | ||
| Vehicle emits toxic fumes in the passenger side compartment causing disorientation, high blood pressure, dizziness, and inability to concentrate when driving which could result in collision / servere health problems. *yc | |||
| 1 | 03/28/1998 | ||
| Tocix fumes in the passenger compartment of the car, causes disorientation, high blood pressure and dizziness, unable to determine cause. yh | |||
| 1 | 03/01/1998 | ||
| Carbon monoxide is leaking into car causing consumer sick, dizzy and sleepy. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||
| 01/30/1998 | 1 | 01/11/1998 | |
| Sensor failed causing vehicle to stall. yh | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV) | |||
| 09/22/2000 | 1 | 03/29/1998 | |
| Vehicle commenced to accelerate after applying brakes to slow down, and reoccurred again after shifting gear into reverse. dealer was not notified at this time. *ak the vehicle stopped when put to neutral. the dealer replaced the air by pass valve. *yh | |||