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#588 of 2991 TSB "ENGINE KOCKING" by frey44
Nov 12, 2002 (4:29 pm)
Engine - Carbon Knock On AccelerationArticle No:
01-19-7
10/01/01
^ ENGINE - 4.0L OHV - CARBON KNOCK ON ACCELERATION
^ NOISE - CARBON KNOCK ON ACCELERATION - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L OHV ENGINE ONLY
FORD:
1990-1997 AEROSTAR
1990-2000 EXPLORER, RANGER
ISSUE
Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0L OHV engine may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston/connecting rod bearing knock. This carbon knock is heard only under load during the drive cycle. Carbon knock is a customer drive duty-cycle phenomenon that cannot be repaired with an engine exchange. This may be caused by carbon build-up within the combustion chamber.
ACTION
Verify condition. If normal diagnostics fail to correct the condition, de-carbon the combustion chamber to help quiet the carbon knock noise. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Use Motorcraft Carburetor Tune-up Cleaner PM-3.
2. Carbon removal:
a. Disconnect canister purge line from throttle body.
b. Attach a vacuum line to the canister purge port.
c. At hot engine idle, allow the engine to ingest 1/2 to 2/3 of a can of Motorcraft Carburetor Tune-up Cleaner. Use caution not to ingest too quickly due to potential hydro-lock issues.
d Shut engine off and allow it to soak for one hour.
e. Start engine, allow engine to ingest the remainder of the Motorcraft Carburetor Tune-up Gleaner.
f. Remove vacuum line and re-install canister purge line.
g. Road test vehicle at 3500 RPM for 2-3 miles.
h. Repeat above procedure two times for a total of three times.
i. Change oil and filter.
3. Review the customers' driving habits. The recommended drive cycle should include daily periods of engine operation above 3,000 RPM, such as a brisk acceleration from a stop position. This will break/burn the carbon off the piston head.
4. Use regular unleaded fuel, 87 Octane. Mid-grade and Premium fuels may increase the probability of carbon buildup, leading to a knock noise.
PARTS BLOCK
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
011907A Remove Carbon From 1.6 Hrs.
Combustion Chamber
(Includes Time To Perform
Procedure A Total Of
Three Times)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
6108 42
#589 of 2991 Rangers that SAG IN THE REAR by frey44
Nov 12, 2002 (4:33 pm)
TSB for Rangers taht have sagging rear springs, like mine:Leaf Springs - Vehicle Sits Low In Rear
Article No.
00-10-6
05/15/00
SUSPENSION - VEHICLE SITS LOW IN REAR
FORD:
1998-2000 RANGER
This TSB is being republished in its entirety to add a Note to clarify the parts application.
ISSUE
Some vehicles may appear to be low in the rear. This may be caused by the rear springs.
ACTION
Replace the existing rear springs with revised springs. The revised springs provide a higher ride height at curb and reduce the possibility of the rear being too low. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Verify that vehicle is low in the rear by measuring the ride height. To measure ride height, park truck on a known flat ground with no load in box.
a. For 4X2: Measure from the top of the axle to the bottom of the frame in the area near the middle of the jounce bumper. The rear height for 4X2 should be at a minimum 170 mm (Figure 1).
b. For 4X4: Measure from the top of the spring spacer bar to the bottom of the frame in the area near the middle of the jounce bumper. The rear height for 4X4 should be at a minimum of 156 mm (Figure 1).
2. If the vehicle is below the minimum specifications noted, remove existing rear springs and replace them with revised springs. Refer to the appropriate Ranger Workshop Manual for replacement procedures.
NOTE : FINAL SPRING BUSHING TORQUE MUST BE PERFORMED WITH CURB WEIGHT ON THE VEHICLE. IF THIS IS NOT PERFORMED, THE VEHICLE MAY LOSE RIDE HEIGHT AFTER LOADING/UNLOADING.
NOTE : REFER TO THE VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL AND THE PARTS CATALOG TO DETERMINE THE CORRECT SPRING TO INSTALL. IF THE VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS A "-K" LEVEL SPRING, REPLACE IT WITH A "-KA" LEVEL SPRING. IF THE VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS A "-C" LEVEL SPRING, REPLACE IT WITH A "-CA" LEVEL SPRING.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 99-22-1
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
#590 of 2991 Rangers that STALL upon turning: by frey44
Nov 12, 2002 (4:36 pm)
EVAP Line - Idle Dips On Turns/DecelerationArticle No.
01-9-4
05/14/01
^ DRIVEABILITY - IDLE DIPS BELOW 450 RPM -
WHEN TURNING OR ON DECELERATION - WITH
OVER 3/4 TANK OF FUEL IN TANK
^ DRIVEABILITY - STALL - WHEN TURNING OR ON
DECELERATION - WITH OVER 3/4 TANK OF FUEL IN TANK
FORD:
2000 RANGER
ISSUE
Some vehicles may exhibit a stall or idle dip (below 450 rpm) during deceleration or while turning that will only occur with a fuel tank level of 3/4 or greater. Generally the stall occurs with no Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) or Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) present. This may be caused by a restriction at the "Y" connection in the rear fuel vapor line.
ACTION
To diagnose, disconnect the Vapor Management Valve (VMV) electrically (for test purposes only). If there is no change in the symptom, continue normal diagnostics by referring to Symptom Chart 1 in the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) Workshop Manual. If the condition is resolved by disconnecting the VMV, reconnect the VMV and replace the rear fuel vapor line. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. To access the rear fuel vapor line, remove the fuel tank. Refer to the 2000 Ranger Workshop Manual, Section 310-01.
2. Disconnect the fuel vapor line from the charcoal canister.
3. Remove the two (2) rear retaining clips from the frame rail. Remove the vapor line from the front two (2) retaining clips (leaving the clips in the rail).
4. Disconnect the fuel vapor line at the front disconnect (near the fuel filter).
5. Replace the fuel vapor line.
6. Reconnect the fuel vapor line in the front and rear.
7. Reinstall fuel tank. Refer to the Workshop Manual, Section 310-01.
Parts Block
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
010904A Replace Rear Fuel Vapor 1.4 Hrs.
Line (This Includes Time
To Remove And Install
Fuel Tank)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
9G291 17
OASIS CODES: 607000, 607700
#591 of 2991 USE THE CORRECT ANTIFREEZE !!! by frey44
Nov 12, 2002 (4:38 pm)
OR....You could VOID YOUR WARRANTY !!Engine Coolant - Propylene Glycol Recommendations
Article No.
01-23-6
11/26/01
^ ENGINE COOLANT - PROPYLENE GLYCOL - FORD
MOTOR COMPANY POSITION ON ENGINE
COOLANTS MADE FROM PROPYLENE GLYCOL
^ ENGINE COOLANT - PROPYLENE
GLYCOL-BASED - FORD MOTOR COMPANY
POSITION ON PROPYLENE GLYCOL-BASED
ENGINE COOLANTS
FORD:
1989-1993 FESTIVA
1989-1994 TEMPO
1989-1997 PROBE, THUNDERBIRD
1989-2002 CROWN VICTORIA, ESCORT, MUSTANG, TAURUS
1994-1997 ASPIRE
1995-2000 CONTOUR
2000-2002 FOCUS
2002 THUNDERBIRD
1989-1990 BRONCO II
1989-1996 BRONCO
1989-1997 AEROSTAR, F SUPER DUTY
1989-2002 ECONOLINE, F-150, RANGER
1991-2002 EXPLORER
1995-2002 WINDSTAR
1997-2002 EXPEDITION
1999-2002 SUPER DUTY F SERIES
2000-2002 EXCURSION
2001-2002 ESCAPE, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC, EXPLORER SPORT
2000-2002 F-650, F-750
LINCOLN:
1989-1992 MARK VII
1989-2002 CONTINENTAL, TOWN CAR
1993-1998 MARK VIII
2000-2002 LS
1998-2002 NAVIGATOR
2002 BLACKWOOD
MERCURY:
1989-1994 TOPAZ
1989-1997 COUGAR
1989-2002 GRAND MARQUIS, SABLE
1991-1994 CAPRI
1991-1999 TRACER
1995-2000 MYSTIQUE
1999-2002 COUGAR
1993-2002 VILLAGER
1997-2002 MOUNTAINEER
MERKUR:
1989 SCORPIO, XR4TI
This article is being republished in its entirety to update the model year coverage.
ISSUE
This TSB article describes Ford Motor Company's position on the use of propylene glycol-based engine coolants.
ACTION
Ford Motor Company does not recommend nor endorse the use of engine coolants made with propylene glycol in Ford vehicles. Ford Motor Company currently recommends the use of ethylene glycol-based engine coolants.
Published information suggests that engine coolants made with propylene glycol may provide engine cooling performance equivalent to engine coolants made with ethylene glycol. However, different brands of engine coolant provide varying corrosion protection for the cooling system. Ford does not have performance data for the multitude of engine coolants available in the aftermarket and therefore cannot recommend the use of any coolant except those sold by Ford Customer Service Division. Consult the vehicle's Owner's Guide to determine the appropriate Ford Customer Service Division coolant for the vehicle.
Furthermore, claims of toxicological and environmental advantages of propylene glycol over ethylene glycol may be misleading. When significant new information is developed, Ford will review this policy.
Ford Motor Company specifications recommend that vehicles be maintained using certain ethylene glycol-based engine coolants. Those specifications do not refer to engine coolants made with propylene glycol. Although the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty is not automatically voided upon the use of a coolant made with propylene glycol, if such use results in damage to the vehicle or its components, the cost of repairing the damage would not be covered by the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 96-16-4
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
OASIS CODES: 402000
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#592 of 2991 Let me know how I can help you in getting INFO. by frey44
Nov 12, 2002 (4:39 pm)
To help you maintain your Ranger. I will do my best.#595 of 2991 CD Player Problem by jared4071
Nov 12, 2002 (7:34 pm)
I recently purchased a 1998 Ford Ranger XLT. It has the AM/FM/CD Stereo system. Monday on the way to school, I put a cd in it, and it said CD Error, 0001. I have tried several cd's and even a cd cleaner, but it hadn't helped. I haven't gotten my owner's manual from the dealer yet, so I can't look the code up there, any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks.- actreat (May 29, 2005 1:49 pm)
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#597 of 2991 possible lemon ranger by mrsmisha
Nov 13, 2002 (10:38 am)
To sum up my title, I purchased a 1999 ranger extended cab 4x4 with 3.0l flex fuel v6 engine, automatic trans. in july 2001 with 25,700 miles and balance of factory warranty. In August 2001, the drive shaft assembly was replaced. In September 2001, the computer was replaced because the dealer said that it was not advancing the timing correctly. Here's where it gets interesting. In dec. 01, took ranger in for what I thought was a bad rearend, Ford replaced the transmission. While test driving their work, discovered the trans they put in was bad and replaced it with a second transmission. Test drove and said was fine. Took back in March 02 for vibration in steering wheel when backing up and hesitation going from reverse to forward and sometimes not pulling at all. Was told was normal and that the vibration was the tires. Rotated tires and problem still there. In July of 2002, third transmission in the truck stopped pulling altogether. Can you imagine doing 75 mph on the interstate with a big rig on your ass and your trans goes out?! Anyway, ford put a fourth trans in my truck and gave me another warranty to use, 2years/48000 miles. This is my question, how many times will ford replace my trans before finally fixing the problem? I don't abuse the truck, and I don't baby it. Mixed highway/city driving. Can only seem to get about 15mpg out of it on the highway. Can anyone please help? Or should I get Ford to find my old truck for me?To POST a message, please
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