Technical Service Bulletins: Other Variant
WARNING: This page is about the Thunderbird Base, 3.8 4, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
- A/C Compressor
- Climate Control - A/C Service Tech Tips (02-20-8)
- Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement (98-12-5)
- Identification Of Non-Ford Approved Refrigerants (99-19-6)
- A/C - R-12 To R-134A Retrofit Kit - Factory A/C Only (98-4-8)
- Air Conditioning - O-Ring Availability/Applications (96-20-7)
- New Thicker O-Rings For Spring Lock Fittings (96-20-8)
- Use Of R-12 Refrigerant Substitutes (96-17-10)
- A/C System Service - List Of Bulletins To Reference (96-15-6)
- Ford Approved Flushing Procedures For A/C System (95-8-1)
- Air Conditioning Adding Refrigerant Oil Service Tip (95-5-12)
- Air Conditioning FS-10 & FX-15 Compressors (94-15-6)
- R-12 Refrigerant Substitutes - Service Tip (94-14-3)
- Poor A/C Performance/High Temp: Air Blend Door Leak (94-2-9)
- Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) Belt Breakage/Noise (93-25-3)
- Engine Hesitation/Stall/Low Eng Temp: Diagnosis (93-24-8)
- Use Of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye - Service Tip (93-20-6)
- FX-15 A/C Compressor Shaft - New 21 Tooth Unit (92-5-8)
- Poor A/C Cooling: Missing Condenser Top Air Seal (92-26-4)
- FX-15 A/C Compressor Clutch: Coil/Pulley Usage (92-25-5)
- A/C FX-15 Air Compressor Oil Recovery/Measuring (92-24-6)
- 3.8L A/C Moan At Idle-1500RPM - New Hose Assemblies (92-17-4)
- Poor A/C Cooling Performance - New Condenser Gasket (92-9-4)
- New Refrigerant Fitting "O" Rings (91-22-5)
- Accessories Control Systems
- Accessory Drive Belts
- Anti-Lock Brakes
- Anti-Theft Systems
- Automatic Trans
- MERCON ATF Is Being Replaced By MERCON V ATF As A Service Fluid (06-14-4)
- New Transmission Cooler Flusher - Service Tips (03-14-8)
- E4OD/4R100 - Fluid In-Line Filter Kit (00-3-8)
- Transmission Flush/Fill Tool Available From Rotunda (99-15-2)
- Transmission Fluid Usage Chart (98-8-8)
- Noise - Whining/Howling From Rear Axle (97-8-11)
- Torque Converter Replacement - Cooling SYS. Cleaning (96-26-12)
- Torque Converter Leak Test Procedure - New Tool (96-24-9)
- Traction-LOK Differential - Chatter On Tight Turns (96-12-9)
- New Rotunda Fluid Changer - Service Tip (95-16-10)
- Rear Axle Lubricant Leakage Through Cover Vent/Hose (94-11-12)
- Clunk Noise From Rear End DURYING Turning Maneuvers (94-10-11)
- Axle "Moan" At 55 Mph: New Axle Isolator Bushings (93-3-12)
- AOD Transmission No 3-4 Upshift Or Slipping 4TH Gear (93-23-18)
- AOD Transmission Shudder When Backing Up Under Load (93-19-7)
- AOD Trans Overdrive Whine - Install Gear Service Set (92-23-6)
- Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Lean DRIVEABILITY Symptoms: MAF Sensor Contamination (98-23-10)
- Mass Air Flow Sensor Replacement As An Assembly (96-22-5)
- Squeal/Hoot From FEAD At Temps Below -18 Degrees C (96-14-9)
- 4.6L Idle Air Bypass Valve Noise "Moan" "Hooting" (94-22-4)
- Exhaust - Heated Oxygen Sensor Application Chart (94-16-9)
- THERMACTOR Air Pump Failure - Plugged Bypass Valve (94-14-2)
- EXH Gas Oxygen Sensor Silicone Sealer Contamination (93-23-6)
- 2.3 & 3.8L Eng Rough Idle,Hesitation:Valve Cleaning (92-19-3)
- Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
- Axle Shafts
- Blowers, Superchargers & Turbochargers
- Body Interior
- A/C Musty & Mildew Type Odors - New A/C DISODORIZER (98-2-7)
- Electrical Diode Identification And Replacements (96-24-6)
- Temp. Gauge Fluctuating/Inaccurate High Readings (95-18-5)
- Temp. Gauge Reads Low - Obsolete Temperature Sender (95-13-2)
- Cold Engine Lockout/Thermal Blower Lockout Operation (94-11-5)
- Poor A/C Performance/High Temp: Air Blend Door Leak (94-2-9)
- Power Door Locks Inoperative: Actuator Securing (93-2-2)
- "Mil" Lamp Service Tips (92-4-4)
- Inaccurate Fuel Gauge: Bent Pump/Sender Unit (92-21-3)
- Brakes Control Systems
- Charging Systems
- Clutch
- Noise - Whining/Howling From Rear Axle (97-8-11)
- Traction-LOK Differential - Chatter On Tight Turns (96-12-9)
- Rear Axle Lubricant Leakage Through Cover Vent/Hose (94-11-12)
- Clunk Noise From Rear End DURYING Turning Maneuvers (94-10-11)
- Axle "Moan" At 55 Mph: New Axle Isolator Bushings (93-3-12)
- Asbestos Brake & Clutch Warnings (83-22-1)
- Communication Devices
- Cooling Fan
- Cooling System (Mechanical)
- Ford Motor Company Position On Engine Coolant Made From Propylene Glycol (96-16-4)
- Lean DRIVEABILITY Symptoms: MAF Sensor Contamination (98-23-10)
- Leaks Oil - New Silicone Gasket & Sealant (98-7-4)
- Use Of Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tip (95-18-2)
- 5.0L - Revised Oil Pan Gasket Replacement Procedure (95-6-8)
- 3.8L Revised Intake Manifold Bolt Torque Specs (94-10-10)
- Engine Hesitation/Stall/Low Eng Temp: Diagnosis (93-24-8)
- Engine Gasket Surface Cleaning Procedures (93-23-14)
- Cooling System - Proper Fluid Concentrations (93-1-10)
- Premature GENL Eng Wear: Grinding Disc Use Not RECMD (92-25-2)
- 2.3 & 3.8L Eng Rough Idle,Hesitation:Valve Cleaning (92-19-3)
- Cruise Control Systems
- Differentials & Drive Axles
- Driveshaft & Universal Joints
- Electronic Steering
- Electronic Suspension
- Engine Control Systems
- Whining/Buzzing - Comes Through Speakers Of Entertainment Or Two-Way Radio (02-16-4)
- Fuel Pump Whine/Buzz Noise In Radio Speakers (99-12-9)
- Volatility Related DRIVEABILITY Concerns Service Tip (98-26-2)
- Lean DRIVEABILITY Symptoms: MAF Sensor Contamination (98-23-10)
- Mass Air Flow Sensor Replacement As An Assembly (96-22-5)
- Engine Hesitation/Stall/Low Eng Temp: Diagnosis (93-24-8)
- Fuel Injectors (Deposit Resistant): Identification (93-7-5)
- Intake Valve Deposit Inspection/Cleaning Procedure (93-12-6)
- 2.3 & 3.8L Eng Rough Idle,Hesitation:Valve Cleaning (92-19-3)
- Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
- Entertainment Systems
- Exhaust
- Exterior Body Panels
- Exterior Lights
- Frames, Subframes & Crossmembers
- Front Suspension
- Fuel System
- Whining/Buzzing - Comes Through Speakers Of Entertainment Or Two-Way Radio (02-16-4)
- Volatility Related DRIVEABILITY Concerns Service Tip (98-26-2)
- Lean DRIVEABILITY Symptoms: MAF Sensor Contamination (98-23-10)
- Fuel Injector - Non Warranty Reimbursement Testing (98-9-9)
- Mass Air Flow Sensor Replacement As An Assembly (96-22-5)
- CALIFORNIA Reformulated Gasoline - Service Tip (96-10-7)
- 4.6L Idle Air Bypass Valve Noise "Moan" "Hooting" (94-22-4)
- Obsolete Fuel Pressure RGULATOR: Part Return Info. (94-1-5)
- Engine Hesitation/Stall/Low Eng Temp: Diagnosis (93-24-8)
- Fuel Injectors (Deposit Resistant): Identification (93-7-5)
- Intake Valve Deposit Inspection/Cleaning Procedure (93-12-6)
- 2.3 & 3.8L Eng Rough Idle,Hesitation:Valve Cleaning (92-19-3)
- Fuses & Circuit Breakers
- Gauges & Instrument Panels
- Temp. Gauge Fluctuating/Inaccurate High Readings (95-18-5)
- Temp. Gauge Reads Low - Obsolete Temperature Sender (95-13-2)
- Front Seat Loose/Clunks When Accelerating Or Braking (94-18-12)
- Instrument Cluster Panel Loose: New U-Clips (94-2-4)
- SPEEDOMTR Modules/Cluster-PSOM Replacement Available (93-12-9)
- Inaccurate Fuel Gauge: Bent Pump/Sender Unit (92-21-3)
- Hazardous Waste Material
- Headlights
- Heated Glass/Defoggers
- HVAC Control Systems
- Climate Control - A/C Service Tech Tips (02-20-8)
- Climate Control - Repeat Heater Core Failure (01-15-6)
- Climate Control - EATC - Blower Motor Control Service Tips (00-21-3)
- A/C Musty & Mildew Type Odors - New A/C DISODORIZER (98-2-7)
- A/C - Water Drips On Floor From Evaporator (98-18-14)
- Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement (98-12-5)
- Identification Of Non-Ford Approved Refrigerants (99-19-6)
- A/C - R-12 To R-134A Retrofit Kit - Factory A/C Only (98-4-8)
- Blower Motor Chirp Or Squeak At Low Speeds (97-6-10)
- Air Conditioning - O-Ring Availability/Applications (96-20-7)
- New Thicker O-Rings For Spring Lock Fittings (96-20-8)
- Use Of R-12 Refrigerant Substitutes (96-17-10)
- A/C System Service - List Of Bulletins To Reference (96-15-6)
- Ford Approved Flushing Procedures For A/C System (95-8-1)
- A/C Evaporator Core On-Vehicle Leak Test Procedure (95-13-1)
- Air Conditioning Adding Refrigerant Oil Service Tip (95-5-12)
- A/C "O" Ring Removal From Spring Lock Coupling (95-2-2)
- Air Conditioning FS-10 & FX-15 Compressors (94-15-6)
- R-12 Refrigerant Substitutes - Service Tip (94-14-3)
- Air Conditioning Evaporator Core & Case Application (94-11-4)
- Evaporator Core Replacement Procedure (94-8-8)
- Poor A/C Performance/High Temp: Air Blend Door Leak (94-2-9)
- Water Drip From Floor Duct: New Evaporator Housing (94-2-12)
- EVAP Line Refrigerant Leak - Purge Hose Chafing (93-25-2)
- Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) Belt Breakage/Noise (93-25-3)
- Engine Hesitation/Stall/Low Eng Temp: Diagnosis (93-24-8)
- Service Parts Return Of Obsolete A/C Filter Kits (93-22-6)
- Use Of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye - Service Tip (93-20-6)
- FX-15 A/C Compressor Shaft - New 21 Tooth Unit (92-5-8)
- Poor A/C Cooling: Missing Condenser Top Air Seal (92-26-4)
- A/C FX-15 Air Compressor Oil Recovery/Measuring (92-24-6)
- A/C FX-15 Compressor Air Gap Specification (92-20-5)
- 3.8L A/C Moan At Idle-1500RPM - New Hose Assemblies (92-17-4)
- A/C Moisture At Floor Ducts - New Evaporator Baffle (92-12-8)
- Poor A/C Cooling Performance - New Condenser Gasket (92-9-4)
- New Refrigerant Fitting "O" Rings (91-22-5)
- Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
- Identification
- Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
- Ignition System
- Infotainment
- Interior/Exterior Trim
- Sealer From Windshield Or Backlight Drips On Trim (95-5-2)
- Front Seat Track Covers Come Off (94-20-1)
- Front Seat Loose/Clunks When Accelerating Or Braking (94-18-12)
- Fishy Or Musty Odor From Headliner (94-4-1)
- Instrument Cluster Panel Loose: New U-Clips (94-2-4)
- Plastic Ashtray Door Separation:New Ashtray Door (93-9-1)
- Adhesive BODYSIDE Mouldings & Nameplates Replacement (88-10-4)
- Interior/Illumination Lights
- Locking Hubs
- Noise - Whining/Howling From Rear Axle (97-8-11)
- Traction-LOK Differential - Chatter On Tight Turns (96-12-9)
- Clunk Noise From Rear End DURYING Turning Maneuvers (94-10-11)
- Power Steering Noise: Purging Air From System (93-7-3)
- Axle "Moan" At 55 Mph: New Axle Isolator Bushings (93-3-12)
- Power Steering Squeal - Modify Steering Gear Seal (92-13-2)
- Lubrication System
- Motor Oil - Sae Viscosity Grade Recommendation (99-8-16)
- Leaks Oil - New Silicone Gasket & Sealant (98-7-4)
- 5.0L - Revised Oil Pan Gasket Replacement Procedure (95-6-8)
- 3.8L Revised Intake Manifold Bolt Torque Specs (94-10-10)
- Engine Gasket Surface Cleaning Procedures (93-23-14)
- Premature GENL Eng Wear: Grinding Disc Use Not RECMD (92-25-2)
- Manual Steering
- Manual Trans
- MERCON ATF Is Being Replaced By MERCON V As A Service Fluid For Some Manual Transmissions (06-26-1)
- Noise - Whining/Howling From Rear Axle (97-8-11)
- Traction-LOK Differential - Chatter On Tight Turns (96-12-9)
- Rear Axle Lubricant Leakage Through Cover Vent/Hose (94-11-12)
- Clunk Noise From Rear End DURYING Turning Maneuvers (94-10-11)
- Axle "Moan" At 55 Mph: New Axle Isolator Bushings (93-3-12)
- Mechanical
- Engine - Straightedge Procedure For Checking Cylinder Head & Block Flatness (02-21-13)
- New Gasket Remover/Cleaner Service Tips For Aluminum Heads & Blocks (02-11-4)
- Machining Of Aluminum Cylinder Heads Or Blocks - Warranty Information (02-2-3)
- Engine - Approved Head Gasket Replacement Service Procedures (02-1-4)
- Lean DRIVEABILITY Symptoms: MAF Sensor Contamination (98-23-10)
- Leaks Oil - New Silicone Gasket & Sealant (98-7-4)
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectations (99-26-9)
- Squeal/Hoot From FEAD At Temps Below -18 Degrees C (96-14-9)
- 3.8L Low Pitched Squeak/Chirp/Knock From Rocker Arms (95-24-3)
- 5.0L - Revised Oil Pan Gasket Replacement Procedure (95-6-8)
- 4.6L Idle Air Bypass Valve Noise "Moan" "Hooting" (94-22-4)
- 3.8L Rocker Arm Low Pitched Squeak Chirp Or Knock (94-2-16)
- 3.8L Revised Intake Manifold Bolt Torque Specs (94-10-10)
- 5.0L - New Torque-To-YEILD Cylinder Head Bolts (95-3-10)
- Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) Belt Breakage/Noise (93-25-3)
- Engine Hesitation/Stall/Low Eng Temp: Diagnosis (93-24-8)
- Engine Gasket Surface Cleaning Procedures (93-23-14)
- Intake Valve Deposit Inspection/Cleaning Procedure (93-12-6)
- Premature GENL Eng Wear: Grinding Disc Use Not RECMD (92-25-2)
- 2.3 & 3.8L Eng Rough Idle,Hesitation:Valve Cleaning (92-19-3)
- Mechanical - Hydraulic
- Silicone Brake Caliper Grease Requirement (98-5A-13)
- Wheels - Proper Lug Torque Procedures - Service Tip (98-5A-4)
- Brakes - Roughness Concern During Brake Application (95-6-2)
- On-Vehicle Caliper Mounted Brake Rotor Machining EQP (94-25-2)
- Rear Brake Pedal Pulsation From Drum Roughness (93-6-3)
- Brake Shimmy - Check And Replace If Necessary Rotors (92-4-3)
- Brake Shimmy/Roughness - Proper Wheel Lug Torquing (92-12-4)
- Asbestos Brake & Clutch Warnings (83-22-1)
- Memory Modules
- Mirrors
- Overdrive Unit
- Paint & Coatings
- Urethane Mounted Glass Material Usage Procedure (95-12-1)
- Paint Iron Particle Removal/Acid Rain Neutralization (95-6-1)
- Sealer From Windshield Or Backlight Drips On Trim (95-5-2)
- Primed Sheet Metal Prep Procedure & MSDS Information (94-23-4)
- Rear View Mirror Detaches From Windshield (94-17-2)
- Plastic Ashtray Door Separation:New Ashtray Door (93-9-1)
- Exterior CLEARCOAT MICROCHECKING, Hazing Or Peeling (93-8-4)
- Front Seat Moves When Accelerating:Seat Track/Spacer (93-5-1)
- New Identification Labels For Paint Code Changes (92-5-2)
- Anti-Chip Primer: Repair Procedure (92-6-5)
- Iron Particle Removal From Paint (92-6-4)
- Exterior Paint Comprehensive Repair Procedures (91-18-1)
- Parking Brake System
- Passive Restraints
- Rear Suspension
- Restraints Control Systems
- Seats
- Leather Seat Cleaning Procedure - Service Tip (98-17-1)
- Front Seat Track Covers Come Off (94-20-1)
- Front Seat Loose/Clunks When Accelerating Or Braking (94-18-12)
- Instrument Cluster Panel Loose: New U-Clips (94-2-4)
- Front Seat Moves When Accelerating:Seat Track/Spacer (93-5-1)
- Shoulder Belt Twisted In "D" Ring - Tongue Rotated (92-5-1)
- "Mil" Lamp Service Tips (92-4-4)
- Solar Ventilation
- Starter
- Steering Column
- Steering Control Systems
- Steering Gear
- Steering Linkage
- Sun Roof/T-Top/Convertible Top
- Front Seat Loose/Clunks When Accelerating Or Braking (94-18-12)
- Rear View Mirror Detaches From Windshield (94-17-2)
- Instrument Cluster Panel Loose: New U-Clips (94-2-4)
- Power Moon Roof WINDNOISE/Buffeting When Fully Open (93-23-1)
- Plastic Ashtray Door Separation:New Ashtray Door (93-9-1)
- Front Seat Moves When Accelerating:Seat Track/Spacer (93-5-1)
- New Door Glass Run Assembly (92-19-1)
- Suspension Control Systems
- System
- Whining/Buzzing - Comes Through Speakers Of Entertainment Or Two-Way Radio (02-16-4)
- Engine - Approved Head Gasket Replacement Service Procedures (02-1-4)
- Fuel Pump Whine/Buzz Noise In Radio Speakers (99-12-9)
- Volatility Related DRIVEABILITY Concerns Service Tip (98-26-2)
- Lean DRIVEABILITY Symptoms: MAF Sensor Contamination (98-23-10)
- Fuel Injector - Non Warranty Reimbursement Testing (98-9-9)
- Leaks Oil - New Silicone Gasket & Sealant (98-7-4)
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectations (99-26-9)
- Mass Air Flow Sensor Replacement As An Assembly (96-22-5)
- CALIFORNIA Reformulated Gasoline - Service Tip (96-10-7)
- 5.0L - Revised Oil Pan Gasket Replacement Procedure (95-6-8)
- 4.6L Idle Air Bypass Valve Noise "Moan" "Hooting" (94-22-4)
- Exhaust - Heated Oxygen Sensor Application Chart (94-16-9)
- THERMACTOR Air Pump Failure - Plugged Bypass Valve (94-14-2)
- Obsolete Fuel Pressure RGULATOR: Part Return Info. (94-1-5)
- Engine Hesitation/Stall/Low Eng Temp: Diagnosis (93-24-8)
- Engine Gasket Surface Cleaning Procedures (93-23-14)
- EXH Gas Oxygen Sensor Silicone Sealer Contamination (93-23-6)
- Fuel Injectors (Deposit Resistant): Identification (93-7-5)
- Intake Valve Deposit Inspection/Cleaning Procedure (93-12-6)
- Premature GENL Eng Wear: Grinding Disc Use Not RECMD (92-25-2)
- 2.3 & 3.8L Eng Rough Idle,Hesitation:Valve Cleaning (92-19-3)
- Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
- Transfer Case
- Transmission Control Systems
- Vacuum Pumps/Lines/Tanks/Water Trap
- Warning Systems
- Wheel Alignment
- Wheels & Tire System
- Wheels - Proper Lug Torque Procedures - Service Tip (98-5A-4)
- Tire Company Phone Numbers For Customer Assistance (98-5-2)
- Power Steering Noise: Purging Air From System (93-7-3)
- Inner Tie Rod In-Vehicle Replacement Procedure (93-13-2)
- Power Steering Squeal - Modify Steering Gear Seal (92-13-2)
- Brake Shimmy/Roughness - Proper Wheel Lug Torquing (92-12-4)
- Window Motors & Regulators
- Windshield And Interior Glass - Fog/Film (96-22-1)
- Urethane Mounted Glass Material Usage Procedure (95-12-1)
- Front Seat Loose/Clunks When Accelerating Or Braking (94-18-12)
- Rear View Mirror Detaches From Windshield (94-17-2)
- Instrument Cluster Panel Loose: New U-Clips (94-2-4)
- "Iridescence" Or "Mottling" In Tempered Glass (93-21-1)
- Plastic Ashtray Door Separation:New Ashtray Door (93-9-1)
- Front Seat Moves When Accelerating:Seat Track/Spacer (93-5-1)
- New Door Glass Run Assembly (92-19-1)
- Wiper/Washer Systems
- Wiring System (Data Link Connectors, Pwr Dist., Grnd Dist.)
- Wiring - Wire Harness Terminal Repair Kit (99-6-3)
- Electrical Diode Identification And Replacements (96-24-6)
- Generator Harness Connector Damage - Loose Contact (96-21-4)
- Temp. Gauge Reads Low - Obsolete Temperature Sender (95-13-2)
- 3.0L & 3.8L No Crank - Corrosion At Starter Solenoid (94-26-3)
- Inaccurate Fuel Gauge: Bent Pump/Sender Unit (92-21-3)