new 4/16/03
Bulletins for 1998 Ford Taurus V8-207 3.4L DOHC VIN N SFI SHO
Safety Recalls
TSB Number Issue Date TSB Title
98S20 AUG 98 Recall - Airbag Deactivation Switch Durability Concern
98S23 AUG 98 Recall - Seat Belt Buckle Attaching Stud Defect
TSB Number Issue Date TSB Title
99B05 MAR 99 Campaign - GEM Module Replacement
TSB Number Issue Date TSB Title
02-21-13 OCT 02 Engine - Cylinder Head Straightedge Surface Check
02-20-8 OCT 02 A/C System - Diagnosis and Service Tips
02-17-6 SEP 02 A/T - Inadvertent Shift Interlock Disabling
02-16-4 AUG 02 Audio System - Whining/Buzzing Noise From Speakers
02-11-7 JUN 02 A/C System - Musty/Mildew Odors
02-11-4 JUN 02 Aluminum Engine - New Cleaners/Service Tips
02-4-5 FEB 02 Battery - Charging Tips and Guidelines
02-2-3 FEB 02 Engine - Aluminum Block/Head Machining
02-1-4 JAN 02 Engine Head Gasket - Approved Replacement Procedures
02-1-9 JAN 02 Engine Oil - Oil Recommendations/Applications
01-24-6 DEC 01 Engine - Oil System Priming Procedures
01-23-6 NOV 01 Engine Coolant - Propylene Glycol Recommendations
01-21-13 OCT 01 Ignition Switch - High Turning Effort/MIL ON/DTC's Set
01-20-5 OCT 01 Driveability - Vacuum Leak Detection
01-15-7 AUG 01 A/T - Fluid Application Charts
01-15-6 AUG 01 Heater Core - Repeated Failure
01-10-12 MAY 01 Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit
01-9-7 MAY 01 Emissions/Computers/Electronics - Driveability Diagnosis
01-7-8 APR 01 EVAP System - MIL ON Multiple DTC's Set
01-7-3 APR 01 Fuel Pump - Whine Heard Through Radio Speakers
01-6-2 APR 01 PATS System - Diagnostic Service Tips
01-4-7 MAR 01 Engine - Oil Recommendations/Applications
00-26-3 DEC 00 Power Windows - Stick/Do Not Operate
00-20-3 OCT 00 Instrument Panel - Separation of Layers
00-3-5 FEB 00 Throttle Position Sensor - High Engine Idle Speed
00-1-5 JAN 00 A/T - New Transmission Cooler Flusher/Service Tip
99-26-9 DEC 99 Fuel Economy - Customer Expectation vs. Vehicle Usage
99-24-2 NOV 99 Locks - Lock Service Packages Available
99-23-4 NOV 99 EVAP - DTC's P0442/P0455/MIL ON/No Driveability Concerns
99-22-2 NOV 99 Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Wire Splice Procedure
99-19-6 SEP 99 A/C - Identification of Non Approved Refrigerants
99-19-4 SEP 99 Brakes - Vibration/Inspection Service Tips
99-18-4 SEP 99 A/T - Harsh 3-2 Downshift/Shudder On Acceleration/Turns
99-15-2 JUL 99 A/T - Transmission Flush and Fill Tool Available
99-11-1 JUN 99 Comprehensive Noise/Vibration/Harshness Procedure
99-12-6 JUN 99 PCM - Rolling Idle/Spark Knock/DTC's Set/MIL ON
99-12-10 JUN 99 Paint - Rough Texture
99-8-5 MAY 99 A/T - AX4N Redesigned Pump Gasket
99-8-15 MAY 99 Interior Door Trim Panel - Replacement Tip
99-8-16 MAY 99 Motor Oil - Viscosity Grade Recommendation
99-6-5 APR 99 Side Doors - Wind Noises
99-5-3 MAR 99 A/T - Cold Fluid Level Checking
99-4-3 MAR 99 PCM - Reprogramming Out of Vehicle
99-2-6 FEB 99 Fuel Gauge - Erratic Operation
99-2-3 FEB 99 Windshield - Water Leaks
98-26-5 JAN 99 Antilock Brake System - Pump Check Noise
98-26-2 JAN 99 Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Concerns
98-25-1 DEC 98 Engine - No Start Condition
98-25-9 DEC 98 Interior Trim - Vinyl Surface Repair Tips
98-24-6 DEC 98 Electrical - New Terminal Grease Released For Service
98-23-20 NOV 98 A/C - Lack Of Temperature Control
98-23-12 NOV 98 A/T - Multiple DTC's Stored Diagnosis
98-23-10 NOV 98 Engine - Lean Driveability Symptoms
98-21-12 OCT 98 Engine - Hard Start/Long Crank Time
98-20-3 OCT 98 Body - Structural Adhesive Recommendations
98-20-10 OCT 98 Exhaust System - Buzzing/Rattling Noise
98-19-2 SEP 98 ABS System - No Start/No Crank/Battery Discharged
98-18-2 SEP 98 Paint - Materials For After Warranty/Warranty Repairs
98-18-15 SEP 98 Safety Certification Label - Cleaning Precautions
98-18-13 SEP 98 Steering - Steering Wheel Nibble Between 45 and 75 MPH
98-17-22 SEP 98 Front Disc Brake Rotor - Protector Removal
98-17-1 SEP 98 Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips
98-16-4 AUG 98 Bumper - Removal Of Transeal Protective Coating
98-15-12 AUG 98 Evaporative Emission Canister - Components Availabilit
98-13-12 JUL 98 A/T - Flushing Oil Cooler And Lines
98-12-5 JUN 98 A/C - Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement
98-10-7 MAY 98 A/T - AX4N No 4th Gear/DTC's P0734/P0761/648 Set
98-9-9 MAY 98 Fuel Injectors - Non Warranty Reimbursement Testing
98-7-4 APR 98 Engine - New Gasket Sealer
98-6-5 MAR 98 A/T - AX4N TCC Not Engaging/Codes Stored
98-5A-5 MAR 98 Hub-Mount Brake Rotor Machining Equipment
98-4-11 MAR 98 A/T - AX4S Blue Service Tag Service procedure
98-4-4 MAR 98 Paint - Anti Chip Stone Abrasion Undercoat Service Tip
98-5-2 MAR 98 Tires - Company Customer Assistance Telephone Numbers
98-3-8 FEB 98 A/T - AX4S/AX4N New Transaxle Fluid
98-3-7 FEB 98 A/T - Intermittent Neutral Condition/No Forward/Reverse
98-3-3 FEB 98 Paint - Surface Defect Removal Without Repainting
98-1-8 JAN 98 Fuel Pump - Replacement Procedure
97-26-3 DEC 97 Door Panel - Removal Procedure Service Tip
97-25A DEC 97 EVAP System - Diagnosis & Testing
97-15-13 JUL 97 A/T - AX4N White Tag Special Service Instructions