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Technical Service Bulletins TSB), Ford F Series, by Ford for 96-06 via FTE
 
 
Repair Manuals, Vacuum & Wiring Diagrams
Repair Guides (combo of Chilton/Nichols/Delmar, & Haynes) by Autozone
 
Acid Rain/Iron Particle/Industrial Fallout TSB 99-12-10 by Ford for 96
Air Conditioning Insufficient Refrigerant Oil TSB 97-10-5 by Ford for 93-96
Automatic Hub Lock, Ratcheting Noise - Self-Engagement of, TSB 97-6-28 by Ford for 95-96
Brake Shift Interlock, Inadvertent Disablement TSB 99-13-9 by Ford for 94-96
Child Safety Seat, Tether Attachment, Bronco; 80-96
Cruise (Speed) Control (Vacuum ) TSB 90-25-12 by Ford for 86-91 Aerostar, Bronco, Econoline, Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, Ranger & cars
Defroster Poor Performance TSB 98-3-18 by Ford for 92-96
Door, Side, Wind Noise TSB 99-6-5 by Ford for 94-96
E4OD Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL) Flashing Diagnostic Trouble Codes 62, 628 and/or 1728 & transmission shifts hard by Ford for 90-96
Fuel Pressure Regulator (FPR) Delay TSB 93-22-14 by Ford for 90-93
Fuel Pump Noise in Speakers TSB 98-7-3 by Ford for 90-96

Fuel Volatility TSB 98-26-2 by Ford for 87-96

Heated Oxygen Sensor (HEGO), Catalyst, & Fuel Sys Monitor Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes TSB 01-9-7 by Ford for 96
Heater Core Failure, Repeated TSB 01-15-06 by Ford for 85-96
Instrument Panel, Loose Right Hand Attachment to Cowl Side TSB 94-15-13 by Ford for 92-94 Bronco, F-150-350 Series

MAF Contamination TSB 98-23-10 by Ford for 94-96

MAF Servicing TSB 96-22-5 by Ford for 94-96

MIL Explanation with No Self Test Codes TSB 92-24-3 by Ford for 91-93

MIL ON, DTC P1359 Stored in Memory TSB 97-21-12 by Ford for 95-96 Ranger
Oil, SAE Viscosity Recommendation TSB 98-8-16 by Ford for 89-96
Paint Color Chart - Aftermarket Supplier Cross-Reference List TSB 95-24-04 by Ford for 94
Power Steering Noise TSB 93-26-5 by Ford for 90-94
PSOM Pointer Waiver TSB 96-21-11 by Ford for 92-96
Rivet, Frame TSB 97-4-7 by Ford for 80-96

Roof Cracks Repair Procedure TSB 96-20-11 by Ford for 80-96

Tailgate Applique Appearance TSB 95-1-6 by Ford for 90-95
Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) Function & Diagnosis TSB 94-26-4 by Ford for 93-95
Universal Joint TSB 97-20-15 by Ford for 90-96
Water Intrusion of MLP/TR Sensor TSB 95-2-12 by Ford for 89-94
Wheel Lug Nuts, Over-tightened and/or Unevenly Torqued - Preventing Brake Vibration Tip Rev TSB 98-5A-4 by Ford for 79-96
Windshield & Interior Glass Fog Film TSB 96-22-01 by Ford for 86-96

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Acid Rain/Iron Particle/Industrial Fallout TSB 99-12-10 by Ford for 96
JUNE 7, 1999
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to add vehicles and model years, and to revise the procedure to use Ford brand service parts.
ISSUE: Ford Motor Company has released a private labeled material to be used for iron particle/acid rain service repairs.
ACTION: To remove these particles/contaminates, use ONLY the following products and procedure. No polishing, compounding, color sanding, or repainting should be done before this procedure is performed. This procedure uses products that are acidic, alkaline, and neutral and must be properly mixed and used in their specific order. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
NOTE: ANY CHANGES TO THIS PROCEDURE WILL CAUSE AN INCOMPLETE OR UNSATISFACTORY REPAIR. THE USE OF ANY OTHER PRODUCT OR PROCEDURE MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO ALUMINUM OR PAINTED SURFACES.
NOTE: THE PRODUCTS USED TO REMOVE SURFACE CONTAMINATION FROM PAINT ARE DESIGNED FOR VEHICLES WHICH HAVE EXPERIENCED EXPOSURE FOR LESS THAN 120 DAYS. VEHICLES THAT EXCEED 120 DAYS OF EXPOSURE MAY REQUIRE THE PROCEDURE BE REPEATED TO RESOLVE THE CONCERN. ONCE THIS PROCEDURE IS COMPLETED, IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO PERFORM POLISHING OR REFINISHING PROCEDURES AFTER VEHICLE INSPECTION.
IDENTIFICATION
Ferrous metal particles (hot iron dust) are generated by manufacturing facilities, rail shipments, etc. These particles mechanically bond to a vehicle's painted surfaces. Moisture and temperature combine with particles to create a chemical reaction. This reaction creates an acid, causing the iron to corrode and enter the paint surface. Industrial fallout and acid rain generate corrosive compounds that fall on the vehicle's painted surfaces. When subjected to moisture and temperature, chemical compounds are created that etch the paint surface.
To assist in identifying surface contamination, use a (Tandy-Radio Shack #63-851) 30x lighted magnifier.
Concern Description
Ferrous Metal
Light Colored Vehicles: Small orange stains the size of "mechanical pencil lead." The surface is rough to the touch.
Dark Colored Vehicles: Small white or silver appearing dots with a rainbow ring around the dot. The surface is rough to the touch.
Industrial Fallout
Water spots with ferrous metal are present and the surface is rough to the touch.
Acid Rain/Etching
Surface will exhibit irregular discolored spotting.
Dark colored vehicles may exhibit cloudy or graying spots where the acid has begun to etch the paint.
Extreme cases of etching will be visible and may be felt.
Decontamination Procedure
Use Ford Acid Neutralizer, Alkaline Neutralizer, and Detail Wash to decontaminate and neutralize the paint surface. Perform the procedure only on vehicle when the paint surface temperature is cool. Follow the step-by-step procedure listed below to perform this service operation.
1. Rinse off dust, dirt, and debris with cold water. Flush liberally.
2. Prepare Acid Neutralizer by mixing 8 parts of water to 1 part Acid Neutralizer in a bucket.
3. Use a clean wash mitt and apply mixture of Acid Neutralizer to the entire vehicle starting at the top of the vehicle working toward the side. Keep the vehicle wet with solution, lightly agitating for 5 to 7 minutes. For vehicles with severe conditions, work the product for up to 8 minutes.
NOTE: USE A SEPARATE MITT FOR EACH PRODUCT. DO NOT INTERMIX MITTS.
4. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with cold water to remove Acid Neutralizer.
5. Dry only the horizontal surfaces of the vehicle at this time. Do not dry glass.
6. Alkaline Neutralizer is ready to use. Do not mix with water. Pour the contents into a dispenser squirt bottle. Squirt Alkaline Neutralizer directly onto a clean wash mitt. Do not spray Alkaline Neutralizer on the painted surface. Apply the product to the vehicle, keeping the areas wet and lightly agitated for 5 to 7 minutes. For vehicles with severe conditions, work the product for up to 8 minutes.
7. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with cold water.
8. Prepare Detail Wash by mixing 29.5 mL (1 ounce) of Detail Wash to 3.7 L (1 gallon) of water.
9. Shampoo the vehicle with Detail Wash using a clean wash mitt. Rinse the vehicle with cold water and dry the vehicle completely.
NOTE: DETAIL WASH IS A HEAVY DUTY NEUTRAL SHAMPOO CONCENTRATE (pH 7) AND MAY BE USED FOR HAND CAR WASHING OR IN AUTOMATIC CAR WASH SYSTEMS.
Surface Correction Following Decontamination/Neutralization
1. Visually inspect paint surface for evidence of removal of ferrous metal particles and water spots.
NOTE: ACID RAIN DISCOLORING OR ETCHING WILL REQUIRE ADDITIONAL PROCEDURES DEPENDENT ON DEPTH OF DAMAGE; POLISHING, BUFFING, COLOR SANDING, OR IN EXTREME CASES, REFINISHING.
2. Do Not Intermix Buffing Products. Use only one manufacturer's products.
3. Always follow the manufacturer's product usage sequence. Use the appropriate recommended pad at recommended buffing speeds as specified by the product manufacturer.
NOTE: WHEN ATTEMPTING TO AFFECT A REPAIR BY BUFFING, POLISHING, OR COLOR SANDING, DO NOT REMOVE AN EXCESS OF 0.3 MIL OF PAINT FILM OR REFINISHING WILL BE REQUIRED. USE OF AN ELECTRONIC MIL GAUGE (ROTUNDA 164-R4025) IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO INSURE CONTROL OF PAINT FILM REMOVAL.
4. Use a dual action sander with a Velcro backing plate and a foam pad to fine polish and remove any swirls created by a rotary buffer or pad.
5. Use an alcohol and water mixture (1 to 1 ratio) to clean the buffed areas and to verify removal of scratches and swirls before application of the final polish.

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES:  NONE

SUPERSEDES:  97-21-3

WARRANTY STATUS:  Eligible Under The Provisions Of 12 Month/12,000 Mile Basic Warranty Coverage

LABOR ALLOWANCE

DEALER CODING

OASIS CODES:  106000, 190000

Figure 1 - Article 99-12-10

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Air Conditioning Insufficient Refrigerant Oil TSB 97-10-5 by Ford for 93-96
MAY 12, 1997
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to include 1997 F-Series.
ISSUE: Some vehicles may exhibit air conditioner compressor failure due to an insufficient amount of refrigerant oil in the system.
ACTION: Whenever service is required on the A/C system, add the appropriate refrigerant oil to the system. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
NOTE: USE MOTORCRAFT YN-9 REFRIGERANT COMPRESSOR OIL FOR 1993 MODELS EQUIPPED WITH AN R-12 SYSTEM. FOR 1994 AND LATER MODELS USING AN R-134a SYSTEM, USE MOTORCRAFT YN-12-B POLYALKYLENE GLYCOL (PAG) REFRIGERANT COMPRESSOR OIL.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Remove all refrigerant from the A/C system using the appropriate R-12 or R-134a refrigerant recovery equipment following the manufacturer's operating instructions.
2. Service the A/C system as required.
3. Check for Modification Label indicating additional refrigerant oil is already in place.
4. If no label was found, add additional clean refrigerant oil (over and above the amount of oil required for the system being serviced). The oil may be poured directly into the accumulator assembly or it may be injected by the refrigerant charging station, if so equipped.
5. Recharge the A/C system using the appropriate refrigerant.
Obtain an Authorized Modifications Decal (FPS 8262 - orderable through DOES II, 25/pkg) and list the date, dealer number, and summary of alterations performed. Select a prominent place adjacent to the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal suitable for installing the Authorized Modifications Decal. Clean the area, install the decal, and cover it with a clear plastic decal shield.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 96-22-6
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
OASIS CODES: 208000, 208200, 208999
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Automatic Hub Lock, Ratcheting Noise - Self-Engagement of, TSB 97-6-28 by Ford for 95-96
Date: 03/17/97
Noise - "Ratcheting" - Front Axle - 4x4 - Self-Engagement Of Automatic Hub Locks - Bronco, F-150 And F-250 Under 8500 # GVW
Axle - 4x4 - "Ratcheting" Noise - Self-Engagement Of Automatic Hub Locks - Bronco, F-150 And F-250 Under 8500 # GVW
ISSUE: A "ratcheting" noise from the front axle and/or a self-engagement of the automatic hub locks may occur on some vehicles. This may be caused by a combination of high axle motoring torque and hub locks that require little torque input to engage.
ACTION: Reduce the axle motoring torque by replacing the differential side gear thrust washers and adjusting the pinion pre-load. This procedure will reduce the axle motoring torque to a level below the required hub lock torque to engage. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
NOTE: the front axle should be "broken-in" for 402 km (250 miles) prior to proceeding with additional diagnosis or repairs. To break-in the front axle, engage four-wheel-drive, drive forward and then shift out of four-wheel-drive without disengaging the hub locks. Driving with the hubs engaged will break-in the axle. If the vehicle is backed up during this time period, the hub locks will disengage and will have to be engaged again by repeating this procedure.
SERVICE PROCEDURE:
Remove the front drive shaft and tie a 12-pound test monofilament fish line between the front output yoke of the transfer case and the round locator hole on the side of the transfer case (Figure 1). Drive the vehicle in two-wheel-drive with the hubs unlocked for a minimum of 3 km (2 miles), including some lock-to-lock figure eight turns. Refer to the following two conditions.
If the fish line breaks, the concern is being generated by the transfer case. It will require further diagnosis and possible repair. Refer to Section C - Transfer Case Diagnosis And Repair of this article.
If the fish line did not break, proceed to Section A - Measure The Motoring Torque Of The Front Drive Axle of this article and follow through all of the service procedure until the concern is resolved.
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Brake Shift Interlock, Inadvertent Disablement TSB 99-13-9 by Ford for 94-96
ISSUE: Corporate, municipal, or police fleets may have had their 1992-1999 Ford Motor Company vehicle modified to flash the brake lamps whenever the police lights or other aftermarket lights are turned on, which may disable the brake shift interlock. The brake shift interlock is a feature that prevents the vehicle from being shifted from Park unless the brake pedal is depressed. Disabling of the brake shift interlock feature may enable the operator to inadvertently apply the accelerator instead of the brake pedal and simultaneously shift from Park to a Drive gear.
ACTION: As appropriate, dealers should advise owners (including corporate, municipal, and police agencies) that any vehicle that has been modified with a connection to the brake circuit, or that electrically interfaces with the brake lamps in any manner, should be disconnected IMMEDIATELY and the emergency lighting system should be modified in a manner that does not interfere with normal vehicle operation or the brake shift interlock. In addition, if the high-mount stoplamp flashes when the police lights are on, the modification does not conform with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108 which requires that the high-mount stoplamp only illuminate when applying the brakes.
Installation of warning lights should only be performed with a completely separate electrical system, without connection to any existing vehicle wiring. Connection of aftermarket electrical equipment into the brake lamp circuit or any other circuit which is connected to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), anti-lock brake computer, air bag system, or any other vehicle system, will cause vehicle malfunction.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
OASIS CODES: 203000, 203200, 205000, 301000, 503300
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Child Safety Seat, Tether Attachment, Bronco; 80-96
Part # for rear seat center Kit is F2TZ-98613D74-A (Kit - CHILD SE); Dealer will order it if not in stock & it is Free
Ford will pay their dealers to install tether anchors (Program R7C);
One thAng tho; in the Service Instructions, Ford has one error, in this paragraph: "Locate the rear seat cushion latch and the rear seat back latch striker (62440). The rear bolt holding the rear seat back latch striker to the floor pan is the bolt ____ (Ford forgot to include "hole" here; & the Kit contains a new Bolt that is slightly longer than this original bolt) used for mounting the tether strap bracket (refer to illustration). Refer to Tether Strap Attachment for the Second Row Center Seating Position in this section.
General Instructions
Read these instructions carefully prior to installation of the child tether strap anchor kit. (Refer to kit content.)
Some manufacturers make child safety seats with a tether strap that goes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoring point behind the vehicle seat.
Ford recommends placement of tethered child safety seats in a rear seating position with the tether strap attached to the tether anchoring point as shown.
If a tethered child safety seat is installed in the front seat, Ford recommends the center front seating position, with the tether strap secured to the center rear lap belt tongue or to the webbing of the buckled center rear lap belt behind the child safety seat. The front, right-hand seating position may be used if it is the only seating position available.
 WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD INCREASE THE CHANCE AND/OR SEVERITY OF INJURY IN AN ACCIDENT.
This vehicle has provisions to attach a tether anchorage in the front, right-hand and all second row seating positions. It is easiest to install a tether anchor at the second row, rear, center seating position.

Tether Anchor Kit Parts





Item
Part Number
Description
1
—
Thread Lock
(Part of 613D74)
2
—
Instructions (Part of 613D74)
3
N605533-S40
Bolt, Tether Anchor
(Do Not Substitute)
4
—
Tether Anchor Plate
(Part of 613D74)
5
—
Tether Bracket, Black
(Part of 613D74)
6
—
Tether Bracket, Chrome (Part of 613D74)
A
—
Tighten to 16-24 Nm
(12-18 Lb-Ft)
 
Locating
Tether Strap Anchor Drill Dimples for the Front Right-Hand Seating Position
  1.  
    The second row bench seat must be removed to gain access to the tether anchor installation area beneath the carpet.
  1.  
    To remove the rear fold-down seat:
    1.  
      Unlock the rear seat cushion latch and fold the seat forward.
    1.  
      Remove the rear seat cushion torsion bar. Release it from the right-hand rear seat cushion pivot bracket (60520) by pushing forward and up.
    1.  
      Remove the spring retainers and the hinge pivot pins from both the rear seat cushion pivot brackets.
    1.  
      Remove the seat assembly.
    1.  
      Remove the front bolts that fasten the rear seat cushion pivot brackets to the floor.
    1.  
      Remove the plug buttons from the springs. Remove the bolts from the springs. Remove the springs, the washers and the retainers from the rear seat cushion pivot brackets.
  1.  
    NOTE: Pulling the floor carpet back reveals a colored (51mm x 51mm) 2 inch x 2 inch square box with a large block letter T inside of it. This marks the approximate area of the floor where the drill dimple is located.
     
     
    Lift front flap of the floor carpeting and pull it back to expose the drill dimple provided for location of the drilling point.
  1.  
    Locate the drill dimple. It is approximately 14.3 cm (5-5/8 in.) toward the center of the vehicle from the front RH rear seat cushion pivot bracket bolt hole location. A letter T is stamped next to the drill dimple to aid find its location.
  1.  
    Refer to Instructions for Installing Tether Strap Anchor in this section.




    Removing the Rear Fold-Down Seat




    Item
    Part Number
    Description
    1
    67412
    Latch, Rear Seat Cushion
    2
    387871-S2
    Bolt, Rear Seat Cushion Pivot Bracket
    3
    387871-S2
    Bolt, Rear Seat Back Latch Striker
    4
    111B42
    Rear Floor Pan Opening Cover Plate
    5
    62440
    Rear Seat Back Latch Striker
    6
    388092-S2
    Spring Retainer
    7
    63120
    Rear Seat Cushion Spring
    8
    63022
    Hinge Pivot Pin
    9
    67438
    Spring
    10
    60520
    Rear Seat Cushion Pivot Bracket
    11
    604K22
    Rear Seat Cushion Torsion Bar
    12
    378444-S
    Plug
    13
    387871-S2
    Bolt, Spring
    A
    —
    Tighten to 54-81 Nm
    (40-60 Lb-Ft)
 
Tether Strap Anchor Drill Dimples for the Second Row Right-Hand and Left-Hand Seating Positions, Bronco
  1.  
    Lower the tailgate. Remove the attaching screws retaining the rear floor scuff plate to the body.
  1.  
    Fold the rear bench seat forward.
  1.  
    Fold back the rear floor carpet and lift the carpet assembly to expose the floor sheet metal. (Refer to illustration.)
  1.  
    From inside the cargo area, locate the two (2) drill dimples (one for each side of the vehicle) in the floor near the embossed letter T. The drill dimples are located approximately 44.4 cm (17.5 in.) from the rear striker bolt. (Refer to illustrations.)
  1.  
    Refer to Instructions for Installing Tether Strap Anchor in this section.












 
Tether Strap Anchor Drill Dimples for the Second Row Rear Center Seating Position ONLY
  1.  
    Locate the rear seat cushion latch and the rear seat back latch striker (62440). The rear bolt holding the rear seat back latch striker to the floor pan is the bolt (HOLE) used for mounting the tether strap bracket (refer to illustration). Refer to Tether Strap Attachment for the Second Row Center Seating Position in this section.

    Removing the Rear Fold-Down Seat





    Item
    Part Number
    Description
    1
    67412
    Latch, Rear Seat Cushion
    2
    387871-S2
    Bolt, Rear Seat Cushion Pivot Bracket
    3
    387871-S2
    Bolt, Rear Seat Back Latch Striker
    4
    111B42
    Rear Floor Pan Opening Cover Plate
    5
    62440
    Rear Seat Back Latch Striker
    6
    388092-S2
    Spring Retainer
    7
    63120
    Rear Seat Cushion Spring
    8
    63022
    Hinge Pivot Pin
    9
    67438
    Spring
    10
    60520
    Rear Seat Cushion Pivot Bracket
    11
    604K22
    Rear Seat Cushion Torsion Bar
    12
    378444-S
    Plug
    13
    387371
    Bolt, Spring
    A
    —
    Tighten to 54-81 Nm
    (40-60 Lb-Ft)





    Item
    Part Number
    Description
    1
    387871
    Bolt, Rear Seat Back Latch Striker
    2
    383493-S2
    Washer
    3
    62440
    Rear Seat Back Latch Striker
    4
    —
    Tether Bracket, Black
    (Part of 613D74)
    A
    —
    Tighten to 54-81 Nm
    (40-60 Lb-Ft)
 
Installing, Bronco
Tether Strap Anchor Attachments for the Front Right-Hand and Rear Outboard Seating Positions ONLY
  1.  
    From inside the cargo area, drill a 9mm (.354 in.) hole through the desired dimple(s). Verify, before drilling the hole through the floor pan, that the drill will not damage any underbody components. Refer to the following illustrations.






  1.  
    NOTE: Do not install the black-colored tether bracket at any location not specified in the instructions included with the kit.
    An assistant will be needed underneath the vehicle to attach the tether anchor. Before installing the tether hardware, read the instructions on the package containing thread locking material, then open the capsule and apply thread locking material to all threads on the tether attachment bolt. Install the child tether hardware as shown in the following illustrations. It is important that the tether attachment bolt be torqued to 16-24 Nm (12-18 lb-ft).
  1.  
     WARNING: THE TETHER BRACKET MUST BE BOLTED DIRECTLY TO THE FLOOR SHEET METAL. INTERIOR TRIM MUST NOT BE TRAPPED BETWEEN THE ANCHOR AND THE SHEET METAL. FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSTALL THE ANCHOR COULD RESULT IN IMPROPER PERFORMANCE IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT.
     WARNING: THE THREADED HOLE IN THE TETHER ANCHOR HAS AN 8MM METRIC THREAD. A WRENCH WILL BE NEEDED TO TIGHTEN THE 8MM BOLT TO THE REQUIRED TORQUE. SOME CHILD RESTRAINTS COME WITH A NON-METRIC BOLT WITH A DIFFERENT THREAD. DO NOT USE A NON-METRIC BOLT AS IT MAY BE IMPOSSIBLE TO SCREW IT ALL THE WAY INTO THE HOLE, RESULTING IN INADEQUATE RETENTION OF THE CHILD RESTRAINT. USE ONLY THE METRIC ANCHOR BOLT SUPPLIED IN THIS KIT. IF YOU NEED A REPLACEMENT METRIC BOLT OR ASSISTANCE, ANY FORD DEALER WILL BE HAPPY TO ASSIST YOU.
     WARNING: IF THE ANCHOR BOLT(S) ARE EVER REMOVED, THE HOLE(S) IN THE FLOOR MUST BE SEALED TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF EXHAUST FUMES ENTERING THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
    Refer to Cutting the Carpet in this section.
    Floor Pan Installation, Typical


    Item
    Part Number
    Description
    1
    —
    Thread Lock Application
    (Part of 613D74)
    2
    N605533-S40
    Bolt, Tether Anchor
    (Do Not Substitute)
    3
    11215
    Rear Floor Pan
    4
    —
    Tether Anchor
    (Part of 613D74)
    5
    —
    "T" Reference Point
    (Part of 11215)
    6
    —
    9mm (0.354-In.) Hole Location
    7
    —
    Tether Bracket, Chrome (Part of 613D74)
    A
    —
    Tighten to 16-24 Nm
    (12-18 Lb-Ft)
 
Tether Strap Anchor Attachment for the Second Row Center Seating Position, Bronco
  1.  
    With the rear seat folded forward, remove the bolt retaining the rear seat back latch striker to the floor pan sheet metal.
  1.  
    Before installing the tether hardware, read the instructions on the package containing the thread locking material, then open the capsule and apply thread locking material to all threads on the tether attachment bolt.
  1.  
    NOTE: Use the black-colored tether strap bracket at THIS LOCATION ONLY.
     
     
    Assemble the bolt, black tether bracket and washer. The black tether bracket must be pointing rearward and assembled as shown.
  1.  
    Install the bolt assembly and torque the bolt to 54-81 Nm (40-60 lb-ft).





    Item
    Part Number
    Description
    1
    387871
    Bolt, Rear Seat Back Latch Striker
    2
    383493-S2
    Washer
    3
    62440
    Rear Seat Back Latch Striker
    4
    —
    Tether Bracket, Black
    (Part of 613D74)
    A
    —
    Tighten to 54-81 Nm
    (40-60 Lb-Ft)
 
Cutting the Carpet
Front Right-Hand and Rear Outboard Seating Positions (After Tether Bracket Has Been Installed)
  1.  
    Pull back the carpet and find the 51 x 51mm (2 x 2 in.) colored square below the carpet. The colored square is the approximate location of the required cut-out in the carpet. Using the colored square as a guide, establish the location where a 51 x 51mm (2 x 2 in.) cut-out in the carpet will expose the chrome tether bracket. Cut the carpet as shown in the following illustrations.
  1.  
    Refer to Installing the Seat and Trim in this section.


    RH Front Installation, Typical




 
Installing the Seat and Trim
  1.  
    If the rear fold-down seat was removed, install the seat as follows.
    1.  
      Align the holes in the rear seat cushion pivot bracket with the holes in the floor pan. Put a washer and a retainer in the bottom of each spring. Place the assembly so the retainers are on the rear seat cushion pivot bracket. Install the bolts through the springs and tighten to 54-81 Nm (40-60 lb-ft).
    1.  
      Install the remaining bolts and washers that fasten the brackets to the floor. Tighten to 54-81 Nm (40-60 lb-ft).
    1.  
      Put the seat assembly in position and install the hinge pivot pins and spring retainers.
    1.  
      Install the rear seat cushion torsion bar.
    1.  
      Check the seat for correct operation.
  1.  
    Return the folding rear seat to the upright position and make sure it is latched in place.
  1.  
    Position the rear floor carpeting and the trim.
  1.  
     WARNING: FOLLOW THE CHILD SEAT MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS TO ATTACH THE TETHER STRAP TO THE TETHER BRACKET.
    Install the tailgate scuff plate if it was removed.
    Installing the Rear Fold-Down Seat

    Item
    Part Number
    Description
    1
    67412
    Latch, Rear Seat Cushion
    2
    387871-S2
    Bolt, Rear Seat Cushion Pivot Bracket
    3
    387871-S2
    Bolt, Rear Seat Back Latch Striker
    4
    111B42
    Rear Floor Pan Opening Cover Plate
    5
    62440
    Rear Seat Back Latch Striker
    6
    388092-S2
    Spring Retainer
    7
    63120
    Rear Seat Cushion Spring
    8
    63022
    Hinge Pivot Pin
    9
    67438
    Spring
    10
    60520
    Rear Seat Cushion Pivot Bracket
    11
    604K22
    Rear Seat Cushion Torsion Bar
    12
    378444-S
    Plug
    13
    38771-S2
    Bolt, Spring
    A
    —
    Tighten to 54-81 Nm
    (40-60 Lb-Ft)

Cruise (Speed) Control (Vacuum ) TSB 90-25-12 by Ford for 86-91 Aerostar, Bronco, Econoline, Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, Ranger & cars
 
 
Cruise (Speed) Control (Vacuum ) TSB 90-25-12 by Ford for 86-91 Aerostar, Bronco, Econoline, Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, Ranger & cars

Article No.

90-25-12


PUBLICATION DATE: December 7, 1990
FORD
1986-91 Crown Victoria, Escort, Mustang, Taurus, Tempo, Thunderbird
1990-92 Probe
LINCOLN-MERCURY
1986-87 Lynx
1986-91 Continental, Cougar, Grand Marquis, Mark VII, Sable, Topaz, Town Car
LIGHT TRUCK
1986-90 Bronco II
1986-91 Aerostar, Bronco, Econoline, Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, Ranger
1988-91 F Super Duty
ISSUE Integrated Vehicle Speed Control (IVSC) was introduced on some 1986 units. The IVSC system uses the EEC IV processor as the control module. Before IVSC a Stand Alone Speed Control System was used on all applications. The Stand Alone Speed Control System uses a separate control amplifier.
ACTION Refer to the following diagnostic information when servicing speed control concerns. Refer to the Speed Control System Application chart to determine which type of system is used for a specific model.
NOTE:
THE DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES WILL APPLY TO THE STAND ALONE AND INTEGRATED VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEMS UNLESS A SPECIFIC VEHICLE TYPE IS REFERENCED.

Before performing speed control diagnosis, the customer concern should be verfied. Occasionally, the customer does not completely understand operation of the speed control system. If this is the case, the customer should be referred to the Owner Guide for complete speed control operating instructions.
Most misunderstanding involves operation of the RESUME feature. RESUME should be used to return to a previously set speed after speed control operation has been interrupted. The RESUME feature will not operate if the vehicle speed has been lowered through use of the COAST button. The release of the COAST button sets the new lower speed into the control memory. Also, RESUMEwill not work if the vehicle speed is below the minimum speed control operating speed of about 30 mph (48 km/h).
The RESUME function for the Stand-Alone Speed Control System may not activate with a momentary tap of the RESUME button. The RESUME button must be held down for a short time to make sure of engagement.
Speed drops of more than 1 or 2 mph may occur while in speed control operation on grades or under other load conditions. This is especially true on vehicles that are equipped with automatic overdrive transmissions or with manual 5 speed transmissions. These speed drops are due to limited engine power available in the overdrive (or the highest gear of a manual transmission) mode of operation. Under heavy load conditions, such as hilly or mountainous areas or during trailer tow, the vehicle speed may drop even more. When speed drops of 10 - 13 mph (16 - 21 km/h) occur the speed control system will, by design, automatically disengage.

Systems
The speed control system obtains vehicle speed information from the vehicle speed sensor. In most cars and trucks the sensor is mounted on the transmission or in-line with the speedometer cable. The sensor is driven from gearing in the transmission. On 1986-90 Lincoln Town Car, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis and Mark VII vehicles the speed signal comes from a speed sensor located in the Electronic Instrument Cluster. If the speedometer system is erratic or inoperative, it must be serviced before the speed control system is evaluated.

The speed control system also interacts with the brake system, and with the clutch system on manual transmission vehicles. Speed control requires electrical continuity through the stoplamps (and clutch switch on manual transmission vehicles) in order to operate. Proper stoplamp operation is required if the system is to disengage with brakes. Proper clutch switch operation is also required on manual transmission vehicles if the system is to disengage with clutch pedal actuation. Stoplamp and clutch switch circuit diagnosis is detailed in Section 37-05 of the appropriate Shop Manual.

NOTE:
SPEED CONTROL WILL NOT DISENGAGE IF THE GEARS ARE SHIFTED ON A MANUAL TRANSMISSION VEHICLE WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE CLUTCH PEDAL.


Visual Inspection

Visual inspection is an important part of diagnosis. The visual inspection should be done to locate obvious reason for the customer concern.

When performing visual inspection, check all items for abnormal conditions. Look for items such as bare, broken or disconnected wires and damaged vacuum hoses.

For the speed control to function properly, it is necessary that the speedometer cables, if so equipped, be properly routed and securely attached. All vacuum hoses must be securely attached and routed with no sharp bends or kinks. The servo (throttle actuator) and throttle linkage should operate freely and smoothly.

Any concerns found by the visual inspection should be corrected before further tests of the speed control system are made. The following items should be inspected.

GENERAL

  • Does the horn work? If not, check the horn circuit fuse, horn relay and horn circuit wiring.
  • Do the stoplamps light when the brake pedal is depressed? If not, check the stop lamp circuit fuse, stoplamps, wiring and stop lamp switch.

AMPLIFIER

Check for unseated connectors at the speed control amplifier. The amplifier location varies by carline. Refer to the appropriate Shop Manual, Section 37-05, for location.

  • Look for loose or unseated connector pins.
  • Check for broken wires at the connectors.

SERVO

Check for the following items.

  • Disconnected or cut vacuum hose from the servo to the manifold source.
  • Loose or disconnected electrical connector, or broken wire.
  • Loose, or cracked plastic elbow at the servo.
  • Disconnected, or loose, dump valve hose at the servo.

ACTUATOR CABLE

  • Misadjusted Bowden cable/bead chain. If misadjustment is suspected due to set speed error or excessive speed drop, the cable or chain should be readjusted.
  • Cable loose, or not connected to the engine bracket (screw loose or missing).

DUMP VALVE

  • Hose pinched or not connected to the dump valve.
  • Dump valve is not fully seated into the retaining clip in the brake pedal support bracket.
  • Check the dump valve adjustment. Readjust the dump valve if the yellow plunger is extended more than 1/4" when the brake pedal is not depressed.

VOLTAGE/RESISTANCE TESTS

If a concern cannot be found with a visual inspection, it can usually be found with an inspection. It can usually be isolated by making voltage and resistance measurements at the amplifier connectors (Stand-Alone System) or at the EEC-IV connector (Integrated System). The connectors must be unplugged for the resistance checks.

The following tables summarize the circuits and wire color codes used for the speed control system. The proper voltage/resistance readings at the amplifier or EEC-IV connectors are also given. Typical circuit numbers apply to both car and truck applications. Refer to the appropriate Shop Manuals, Section 37-05, or to the Electrical/Vacuum Trouble-Shooting Manuals for the exact circuit number or color code.

Voltage Measurements

Connect the negative lead of the voltmeter to circuit 57 (ground) of the Stand Alone Amplifier 6 way connector, or to Pin 40 or 60 of the EEC-IV connector (EEC power ground). Measure the DC or AC voltage on the following circuits with the positive lead of the voltmeter.

Resistance Measurements

Connect an ohmmeter between the designed circuits and make the following resistance measurements with the ignition "OFF"

Abnormal Operation During "ACCEL" Or "COAST"

In 1986-88 models, the vehicle may exhibit hesitation while using the COAST mode, or hesitation and dropout while using the ACCELmode. This abnormal operation is caused by poor contact between the speed control brushes and the slip rings on the steering wheel. This poor contact is due to a buildup of contamination of the lubricating grease. The condition occurs more frequently when the temperature is hot and on vehicles with high mileage.

Correct the concern by removing the steering wheel and thoroughly cleaning the grease from the brushes and slip rings. Regrease using grease (E8AZ-19590-A). This new grease has been used in production since the beginning of the 1989 Model Year. Its use has resulted in a 90% reduction in the incidence of this concern.


Speed Control Performance - AOD, AXOD And MTX5

As noted in the Owner's Guide, it may be preferable to shift the AOD or AXOD to the "D" (overdrive lockout) or the MTX5 to 4th gear in mountainous areas or at high altitude to improve speed control performance.

On steep upgrades the vehicle may not be able to maintain speed while in overdrive, or 5th gear, resulting in a speed drop below the set speed. If the speed drop exceeds approximately 10-13 MPH, the speed control will automatically disengage and must be reset with the SET/ACCEL button. Performance will be improved by shifting to "D" (AOD or AXOD) or to 4th (MTX5).

If speed control performance is poor on moderate grades, the adjustment of the Bowden cable/bead chain should be checked and readjusted if necessary. The automatic transmission shift linkage should also be checked for proper adjustment.


Stand Alone Speed Control Voltage/Resistance Test Connections

Refer to Figure 1 and locate Circuit 203 (orange/light blue). It is used ONLY on the 1991 Lincoln Town Car with electronic cluster. This circuit connects the speed control amplifier to a speed control "set" indicator which is located at the lower edge of the electronic cluster center section. The voltage at circuit 203 is normally 5.0V (speed control not set) and less than 1.0V when the speed control is set. Grounding circuit 203 pin will light the cluster display. The SPEED CONTROL display will light only when a set speed is being maintained and when using ACCEL or RESUME. The display will turn off when braking, using OFF or COAST, with the ignition off.

Specific Carline Symptoms And Corrective Actions

The following charts are a summary of speed control concern symptoms as reported. The corrective action for each is shown, as well as the TSB or OASIS number (if any) as a reference.

If a particular condition is found during any of the visual checks, it should be corrected and the system performance re-evaluated before Specific Carline Symptom and Corrective Action Charts are used.


OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 80-25-9

WARRANTY STATUS: Information Only

OASIS CODES: 205000


 
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Defroster Poor Performance TSB 98-3-18 by Ford for 92-96
FEBRUARY 16, 1998
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to include 1992-96 Bronco.
ISSUE: Defroster performance can be enhanced by reducing air leakage between the defroster nozzle and the dash panel seal.
ACTION: Install a Defroster Nozzle Seal Kit. The seal kit should reduce the amount of lost air flow and enhance defroster performance. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Remove the instrument panel cover as outlined in the appropriate Service Manual.
2. Install the defroster seals as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1 - Article 98-3-18
3. Reinstall the instrument panel cover.
4. Verify proper operation of the Fresh/Recirc door following the procedures outlined in the appropriate Service Manual.
5. Verify proper A/C refrigerant system operation following procedures outlined in the appropriate Service Manual.
6. Verify no plugged A/C condensate drain tube or excessive moisture inside of the vehicle.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 98-1-22
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
LABOR ALLOWANCE
DEALER CODING
OASIS CODES: 208000, 208300, 208999
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Door, Side, Wind Noise TSB 99-6-5 by Ford for 94-96
MARCH 23, 1999
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to add model year coverage and specify a standard door weatherstrip service push pin.
ISSUE: Wind noise from the side doors may be heard on some vehicles. This may be caused by the door weatherstrip seal. This TSB article provides Service Tips for correcting this concern.
ACTION: Diagnose and repair any windnoise from door weatherstrip concerns using the following Wind noise Service Tips.
 WIND NOISE SERVICE TIPS
DO NOT REPLACE THE WEATHERSTRIP UNLESS IT IS:
Torn, Ripped, Cut, Deteriorated excessively, Material defect/abnormalities, or
TSB specifies the replacement of the weatherstrip
NOTE: REPLACEMENT SHOULD BE DUE TO NORMAL USE, NOT DUE TO CUSTOMER MISUSE.
 WEATHERSTRIP WINDNOISE OR APPEARANCE SERVICE TIPS
The following text explains attachment methods for Ford Motor Company's generic repair standards for loose and/or misaligned weatherstrips.
 Flanges are typically used on the body opening where weatherstrip retention fins grab onto each side of the sheet metal flange to retain the weatherstrip with a press fit. In cases where these weatherstrips become loose and/or misaligned, they can be reinstalled by pressing the locking retention fins back onto the sheet metal flange and stretching to provide better retention around corners. If the weatherstrip retention fins or metal carrier become damaged, it is also required that the U-section be carefully bent back into the proper shape to properly lock onto the sheet metal flange. Once replaced, check the weatherstrip for proper retention. If required, Weatherstrip and Rubber Adhesive (E8AZ-19552-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESB-M2G14-A) should be applied to the inside of the weatherstrip U-section to bond with the sheet metal flange for proper retention force.
Sheet Metal C-Channels are typically used on the upper perimeter of the door assembly or body panel to hold the weatherstrip molded base inside the C-channel. In cases where these weatherstrips pop out of the channel, repair by first removing the weatherstrip from the entire channel, and reassemble by sliding the molded base back into the channel. If the sheet metal channel has been damaged, it is also required that the C-channel be carefully bent back into the proper shape to retain the weatherstrip molded base.
Push Pins are typically used on the lower perimeter of the door assembly attached to the weatherstrip. They are press fit into sheet metal holes for retention. Push pins can be gently removed by pulling the actual pin normal to the surface, out of the hole, and reinserted without damage. If a push pin is damaged, it should be replaced by first removing the existing push pin. Then, the base of a new push pin should be inserted into the weatherstrip hole, and finally press fit into the corresponding sheet metal hole. All door perimeter weatherstrip push pins should be repaired using Ford standard N806340-S.
 Rivets are used to attach some weatherstrips to the sheet metal body. In cases where a rivet becomes loose, the entire rivet should be removed and replaced with a new rivet.
 
Adhesive Tape is used to adhere smaller weatherstrip sections to the painted sheet metal surface. All surfaces must be clean and dry before any weatherstrip reattachment is performed. Adhesive tears should be reattached to the painted surface using general purpose Instant Adhesive (E8AZ-19554-A or equivalent).
 VERIFICATION
1. If the weatherstrip is not attached properly, reattach it correctly.
2. If the condition of the weatherstrip is good and it is attached properly, test drive the vehicle to diagnose the root cause of the windnoise. Verify the sealing contact between the door and the weatherstrip is sufficient with the 3X5" Card Test or a Chalk Test found in this TSB article.
3. If sealing contact between the weatherstrip and the door is the root cause of the windnoise, readjust the doors to contact the weatherstrips.
NOTE:
WEATHERSTRIP REPAIRS SHOULD NOT CREATE UNACCEPTABLE DOOR CLOSING EFFORTS, WINDNOISE CONCERNS, OR WATER LEAK CONCERNS WITH THE DOOR SYSTEM.
 3X5" CARD TEST
1. Insert a 3x5" card between the door and the weatherstrip at the base of the A-pillar with the door closed.
2. Run the card up along the A-pillar.
If the card easily moves at any location along the A-pillar, then the sealing contact between the door and the weatherstrip is insufficient and the door should be adjusted to increase the sealing contact. This test can only be used to evaluate the A-pillar sealing contact at the margin. To evaluate sealing contact of the primary and secondary weatherstrips, a Chalk Test must be performed.
 CHALK TEST
1. Lightly and evenly spray the sheet metal sealing surface of the door and body with a tracing powder (chalk spray).
2. Gently close the door, applying pressure only at the latch to prevent overslam (which will give an inaccurate reading).
3. Open the door and inspect the seals for degree of compression and possible skips.
To provide adequate sealing contact, the weatherstrip-to-sheet metal contact should provide a tracing powder footprint width of 4-6mm on the weatherstrips. Any skips or tracing powder footprints less than 3mm in width indicate insufficient door-to-weatherstrip sealing contact and the door should be adjusted to increase the sealing contact.
 DOOR ADJUSTING
Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2.
1. The upper and lower door hinges provide sufficient in/out adjustment to increase door contact with the dynamic weatherstrips. The door should not be pried or forced into alignment. To properly correct the door fit to the weatherstrips, the door striker and/or hinge bolts to the door must be loosened and adjusted to perform the alignment procedure. Note that the door striker only controls the in/out location of the door at the rear latch area. The hinges control the in/out location of the door at the front, and the overall tip or tilt of the door when viewed from the front or rear.
2. Review the overall fit of the door to the surrounding panels, and the amount of compression of the weatherstrip at all locations around the door. The fitting procedure is mastered sequentially from the rear of the vehicle to the front:
l from the quarter panel to the rear door
l from the rear door to the front door
l then the front door to the fender
All mating surfaces should be reviewed and, if necessary, refit starting with correcting the rear door to the quarter panel and working forward.
3. The door should be adjusted to obtain proper seal compression while maintaining a good door fit. An adjustment may be required only at one hinge. For example: if the top of the door is outboard, causing a lack of seal compression around the upper door frame area, and the fit of the lower part of the door is good to the adjacent panels, an inward adjustment at only the upper hinge would be appropriate (refer to Step 5). Note that adjustments to the rear door may require additional adjustments to the front door, and then also possibly to the front fender to maintain the proper panel fit and alignment.
4. The rear of the door should be set in/out with the striker to align at the door latch area with the mating panel. If the upper or lower part of the door doesn't align to the adjacent panel, the amount of door tip must be corrected by adjustment at the hinges in order to get both the upper and lower surfaces of the door aligned or flushed to the adjacent panels.
5. The in/out setting at the front of the doors is controlled by the hinge adjustment.
l It should be set to obtain the proper amount of seal contact, which can be determined using the 3X5" Card Test or the Chalk Test.
l As a guideline, if there is insufficient weatherstrip contact of the door, the hinge(s) should be adjusted 2-4mm inboard. This is accomplished by loosening the hinge-to-door bolts just enough to permit movement of the door with a padded pry bar.
l Only one hinge should be adjusted at a time. The other tight hinge helps to prevent any drastic door movement (which may result due to the weight of the door) which will result in a complete door refitting for both up/down as well as in/out positions.
l The amount of movement can be determined by outlining the hinge mounting area on the door prior to adjustment, and measuring the hinge movement relative to this outline after adjustment. A 2-4mm adjustment should be sufficient to return the door to within its nominal operating range.
6. Finally, the door closing effort should be checked to be sure the seal compression has not increased so much that a closing effort concern has been created. If the efforts are unacceptably high, the door may have been moved excessively inward, and should be refitted outward to a location that balances the seal compression for windnoise with closing efforts. It may be necessary to perform another 3X5" Card Test or Chalk Test to verify the final seal compression.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 98-18-5
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
OASIS CODES: 110000, 701000
Figure 1 - Article 99-6-5
Figure 2 - Article 99-6-5
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Fuel Pressure Regulator (FPR) Delay TSB 93-22-14 by Ford for 90-93
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to include calibration 1-52J-R00 and to correct a typographical error in calibration 0-51H-R00.
CALIBRATION:
0-51R-R00, 0-51R-R02, 0-51F-R00, 0-51F-R02, 0-51H-R00, 0-51H-R02, 0-51G-R00, 0-51G-R02, 0-51E-R00, 0-51E-R02, 0-52L-R00, 0-52L-R02, 0-52R-R00, 0-52R-R02, 0-52S-R00, 0-52S-R02, 0-52Q-R00, 0-52Q-R02, 0-52K-R00, 0-52K-R01, 0-52K-R10, 0-52J-R00, 0-52J-R01, 0-52H-R00, 0-71J-R00, 0-71J-R01, 0-71J-R02, 0-72J-R00, 0-72J-R02, 1-51R-R00, 1-51F-R00, 1-51H-R00, 1-51G-R00, 1-51E-R00, 1-52L-R00, 1-52R-R00, 1-52S-R00, 1-52Q-R00, 1-52K-R00, 1-52J-R00, 1-52H-R00, 1-71J-R00, 1-72J-R00, 2-51R-R00, 2-5