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Automotive Recall and Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1985 Ford Thunderbird L4-140 2.3L SOHC Turbo.

TSB Number & Issue Date TSB Title

87M50 APR 87 Campaign - TFI Module Inspection/Replacement

TSB Number & Issue Date TSB Title

06-26-1 JAN 07 M/T - Mercon(R) V ATF Usage Information

06-14-4 JUL 06 A/T - Mercon V ATF Usage

01-10-12 MAY 01 Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit

00-23-10 NOV 00 A/T - In Line Fluid Filter Kit

99-19-6 SEP 99 A/C - Identification of Non Approved Refrigerants

99-15-2 JUL 99 A/T - Transmission Flush and Fill Tool Available

98-26-2 JAN 99 Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Concerns

98-17-1 SEP 98 Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips

98-12-5 JUN 98 A/C - Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement

98-7-4 APR 98 Engine - New Gasket Sealer

98-5A-13 MAR 98 Brakes - New Silicone Compound/Grease

98-5A-4 MAR 98 Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure

962612 DEC 96 Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines

96249 NOV 96 A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure

96246 NOV 96 Electrical Diode - Identification and Replacement

96221 OCT 96 Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film

96214 OCT 96 Alternator - Discharge

961710 AUG 96 A/C - R12 Refrigerant Substitutes Service Tip

96156 JUL 96 A/C System - Service TSB List

96107 MAY 96 Fuel - California Reformulated Gasoline

9611 JAN 96 New Design Tie Rods - Revised Torque Requirements

95184 SEP 95 Air Conditioning - Approved Flushing Procedures

95182 SEP 95 Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tips

951610 AUG 95 A/T - New Rotunda Fluid Changer Service Tip

95132 JUL 95 Temperature Gauge - Reads Low/Erratic

95121 JUN 95 Windshield - Material Usage Procedure

9562 MAR 95 Brakes - Roughness During Application

9561 MAR 95 Paint - Iron Particle Removal

9522 JAN 95 Air Conditioning - O Ring Removal Service Tip

ATRATB271 JAN 95 A/T - C3 Front Seal Update

94234 NOV 94 Paint - Preparation Procedure And MSDS Information

94-14-3 JUL 94 R-12 Refrigerant - Substitutes

94139 JUN 94 A/C Discharge Hose - Obsolete Part return

9481 APR 94 Bumpers - Isolator and Bracket Assembly Replacement

9464 MAR 94 Cylinder Head Gasket and Bolts - Revised

93261 DEC 93 Heated Backlite - Inoperative

93241 NOV 93 Bumper Cover - Repair Materials Update

93248 NOV 93 Cooling System - New System Diagnostics

932410 NOV 93 Instrument Cluster Warning Lights - Dimly Lit

932318 NOV 93 A/T - AOD Diagnostic Information

932313 NOV 93 EATC or Instrument Display - Dim or Blank

93236 NOV 93 EGO Sensors - Silicone Contamination

93226 OCT 93 Air Conditioning - Return of Obsolete Filter Kits

93211 OCT 93 Glass - Iridescence or Mottling In Tempered Glass

93206 SEP 93 Air Conditioning - Use of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye

93121 JUN 93 Seat Belt - Service Kit For Front Outboard Tongue

93129 JUN 93 Speedometer - Service Replacements With Pre-Set Mileage

9384 APR 93 Exterior Clearcoat - Cracking/Eroding/Peeling Off

9365 MAR 93 A/C Coupling - Cleaning Procedures

92511 FEB 92 Timing Belt - Warbling Noise

ATRATB089 JAN 92 A/T - Diagnostic Trouble Codes for 1983-1992

ATRATB088 JAN 92 A/T - EEC Trouble Codes

91257 DEC 91 Engine - Hard Cold Starts/Hesitation/Stalls On Start-Up

ATRATB078 NOV 91 A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge

91225 OCT 91 A/C - New Refrigerant O-Rings

91195 SEP 91 Power Window Regulator - Counterbalance Spring

91181 SEP 91 Exterior Paint - Comprehensive Repair Procedures

91155 JUL 91 A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor

91117 MAY 91 EATC - Redesigned Replacement Control Head

91108 MAY 91 Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge

911010 MAY 91 Battery - Test Procedure

9197 MAY 91 A/C - R12 Refrigerant Service Tips

9184 APR 91 Door Latches - Adjustment/Modification Prohibition

91813 APR 91 Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling

9175 APR 91 Vehicle - Welding Precautions

90236 NOV 90 Engine - Hesitation or Stall At Idle

90239 NOV 90 Instrument Cluster - Dim or Blank Display

90226 OCT 90 Brakes - Intermittent Brake Squeal

ATRATB028 OCT 90 A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing

9018A1 SEP 90 Driveability TSB's - Summary

9018B2 SEP 90 Ignition Timing Procedure - Manual Update

90183 AUG 90 Fuel Pump - Buzzing/Humming After Engine Shut Down

90153 JUL 90 Lower Body Stone Protection - Repair Procedure

90132 JUN 90 Wheels - Loss Of Balance Weights

90116 MAY 90 Body/Frame - Arc Welding Precautions

90410 FEB 90 Engine Coolant - Recycled Coolant Not Authorized

ATRATB9002006 FEB 90 A/T - Choosing the Right ATF

8925B1 DEC 89 A/C - Musty Odor Coming From Vents

89244 DEC 89 Engine - Rough Idling Condition

89237 NOV 89 A/T - AOD Separator Plate Gasket Changes

ATRATB8930 OCT 89 A/T - Math Part II

89191 SEP 89 Brakes - Noise Diagosis/Repair TSB Sumary

89195 SEP 89 Wire Harness Terminal and Connector - Service Kit

8918A8 SEP 89 Air Supply Control Valves Revision On Manual

8918A9 SEP 89 EVP Sensor - Manual Revision

89184 SEP 89 Evaporator Core/Case - New Design

ATRATB8927 SEP 89 A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs

89164 AUG 89 Throttle Position Sensor - Application Chart

ATRATB8923 AUG 89 A/T - Math Formulas Part I

891410 JUL 89 A/C - Pressure Cycling Switch Diagnostic Procedure

89146 JUL 89 Fuel Tank Sending Unit - Connector Replacement

89147 JUL 89 TPS Mounting Screws - Hard to Remove

89133 JUN 89 Paint - Cosmetic Damage From Airborn Materials

8912289614 JUN 89 Adhesives and Sealants - Availability and Usage

TECGLOS JUN 89 Emission Control System - Technician's Glossary

89113 JUN 89 Windshield - Revised Installation Procedure

TECGLOS MAY 89 Fuel System - Technician's Glossary

TECGLOS MAY 89 Electrical/Electronic/Fuel Induction - Glossary

895A4 MAR 89 Ignition System - Diagnostics Manual Correction

8927 JAN 89 Speedometer/Odometer - Inaccurate Readings

89112 JAN 89 MAP and BAP Sensor - Application Chart

88253 DEC 88 A/C - Buzzing From Behind Glove Box

88252 DEC 88 Safety Belt - Tongue Cover Now Available

88182 AUG 88 A/C Temperature Display - Brightness Variation

881711 AUG 88 Engine - Hesitation/Lack Of Power/Rough Idle

88157 JUL 88 EEC IV Emissions Diagnosis - Supplemental Information

88153 JUL 88 Safety Belts - Service Procedure, Manual Revision

88141 JUL 88 Vent Windows - May Stick to Weatherstrip

ATRATB8834 JUL 88 A/T - Sprag Rotation

88133 JUN 88 Electronic Modules - Protection From Static Electricity

8889041588 APR 88 Engine - Oil Dipstick May Not Be Read Correctly

8852 MAR 88 Manual Vent Windows - Difficult to Open

88712033088 MAR 88 A/T - AOD Slip/Bump On Upshift/Downshift

8871033088 MAR 88 Power Door Locks - Are Inoperative

88311 FEB 88 Engine - Oil Consumption/Detonation/Rough Idle/Stalling

88410 FEB 88 Front/Rear Stabilizer Bar Bushings - Squeak/Grunt Noise

8826 JAN 88 Graphic Display - False or No Warnings

ATRATB882 JAN 88 A/T - C3 No Reverse After Rebuild

8724A1 NOV 87 Air Conditioning - Odor Service Procedure

87236 NOV 87 Polycast Wheels - Paint Chipping or Peeling

87239 NOV 87 Rotunda Gas Chek Kit - Requires Modification

872213 NOV 87 A/T - AOD New Overdrive Band Anchor Pin

872110 OCT 87 TFI Module/PIP Sensor - New Diagnostic Procedure

872018 OCT 87 Engine/Ignition - No Start Condition

872011 OCT 87 Instrument Cluster Bulbs - Replacement Precaution

871813 SEP 87 A/T - Fluid Leak At the Cooler Line Connections

871814 SEP 87 A/T, M/T - New `Mercon' Transmission Fluid

871817 SEP 87 EEC IV Pinpoint Test - Shop Manual Correction

ATRATB8754 SEP 87 A/T - Front Bushing Wear

87175 AUG 87 Fuel System - Injector Tester/Cleaner Service Tips

ATRATB8748 AUG 87 A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings

87153 JUL 87 Wiring - Circuit Number/Color Code Charts

871115 JUN 87 Electric Fuel Pump - New Service Procedure

871118 JUN 87 Engine - Driveability Problems/Oil Consumption

87112 JUN 87 Manual Vent Windows - Hard to Open

8783 APR 87 Floor Console - Finish Panel Insert Peeling

8772 APR 87 A/C - New `Tee' Type Service Adapter Tool

87715 APR 87 EGR Valve - New Service Part

87710 APR 87 Tires - Michelin TRX Availability

87610 MAR 87 Engine - Stalling and/or A No Start Condition

8756 MAR 87 AM/FM Cassette Radio - Dial Lighting Dim

87520 MAR 87 Engine - Oil Consumption/Spark Knock/Plug Fouling

8759 MAR 87 Rear Brakes - Shudder/Vibration

8748 FEB 87 Wiring - Electrical System Troubleshooting Tips

87218 JAN 87 EEC Universal Distributor - Drive Gear Removal Tool

8725 JAN 87 Wiring - Continuity Testing of Connector Terminals

8718 JAN 87 Accessory Drive Belt - `V' Ribbed Belt Cracking

86258 DEC 86 Antilock Brakes - Service Code 61 Diagnostic Tips

862419 DEC 86 Engine - Lack of Power/Low Turbo Boost

86206 OCT 86 Engine - Stalling/Hard Start/No Start/Rough Idle

861911 SEP 86 A/T - C3/A4LD - Upshift/Downshift Slippage/Leaks

86195 SEP 86 Rear Brakes - Squealing Noise

86185 SEP 86 Oil Level Indicator - Intermittent Operation

86187 SEP 86 Steering/Alignment - Vehicle Drifts Left

86175 AUG 86 Door Speakers - Distorted Sound Quality

861712 AUG 86 Engine - Poor Fuel Economy/Poor Heater Performance

861713 AUG 86 Frame - Underbody Clunk On Acceleration/Braking

86163 AUG 86 Fuel Pump/Sender - Erratic Operation Prevention

86166 AUG 86 Power Antenna Mast - Replacement Procedure

86161 AUG 86 Seat Back - (Passenger Front) Movement When Braking

861317 JUL 86 A/T - AOD Main Control Valve Body Gasket

861314 JUL 86 Engine Mount - (Front Right) Clucking/Rattling Noise

861319 JUL 86 M/T - T5OD Raspy Sound In 5th Gear

86114 JUN 86 Alternator - No or Low Output

861125 JUN 86 Engine - Cranks/No Start/Stalls At Idle

86113 JUN 86 Seat Back/Arm Rest - Squeak Noise

861115 JUN 86 Tires - Field Service Locations/Representatives

861119 JUN 86 Wheel Stud - Removal Procedure

86103 MAY 86 Brake Caliper Pin - New Service Part

86108 MAY 86 Engine - Low Power/Hesitation/Stumble

8699 MAY 86 Aluminum Wheels - Wear/Corrosion Damage

86911 MAY 86 Engine Vacuum System - Starting/Driveability Problems

86912 MAY 86 Instrument Panel - Removal/Installation Revision

8697 MAY 86 Power Steering Pump -Fluid Leaks At Dipstick Cap

ATRASIL868 MAY 86 A/T - AOD Auxiliary Cooler Service Tips

8683 APR 86 Front Fender Body Side Molding - Loose/Missing

8689 APR 86 Stabilizer Bar - Squeak/Grunt/Crunch Noise

8673 APR 86 A/C - Warm Air Blowing Out of Registers

86616 MAR 86 Turbocharger - Boost Pressure Specifications

8646 FEB 86 A/C Evaporator - Cold Air Leaks/Cold Air Radiation

86416 FEB 86 Engine - Rough Idle and Idle Stalls

86419 FEB 86 Engine - Spark Knock

8641 FEB 86 Front Suspension - Noise/Rattle

86417 FEB 86 Ignition Timing - Spout Connector Locations

86412 FEB 86 M/T - Shift Lever Loose/Broken

8643 FEB 86 Power Door Locks - Intermittent Operation

8639 FEB 86 Antitheft Devices - Installation Precautions

86317 FEB 86 Rear Axle Wheel Bearing Noise - Diagnostic Tips

86318 FEB 86 Shift Lever - Cannot Be Pulled Out of Park Position

86314CLONE FEB 86 Crankshaft Seal - Leaks, Air Pressure Test

8621 JAN 86 Consolette - Vinyl Peeling From Under Switch

8624 JAN 86 Horn Relay - Location Correction

8628 JAN 86 Ignition Coil - Stumbles/Stalls/Noise In Radio

86220 JAN 86 Ignition System - Weak/No Spark

86219 JAN 86 Ignition System Resistance - Manual Revision

8626 JAN 86 Oil Pressure Sender - False Low Oil Pressure Signal

86216 JAN 86 Throttle Valve - Control Pressure Specification Revision

85259 DEC 85 EEC Electrical Connectors - Driveability Concerns

85253 DEC 85 Power Locks - Inadvertant Lock Out

85247 DEC 85 A/T - AOD Fluid Leak

85228 NOV 85 Aluminum Wheel - New Improved Wrench Adapter

852217 NOV 85 Engine - Hard Start/No Start/Runs Rough

85221 NOV 85 Map Compartment - Loose/Pulled Away from Trim

852210 NOV 85 Polycast Wheels - Center Cap Loose/Falls Off

85229 NOV 85 Polycast Wheels - Trim Rings Cannot Be Installed

85217 OCT 85 A/T - Auxiliary Cooler Service Tips

85213 OCT 85 EATC - Blinking Temperature Display

85216 OCT 85 Instrument Panel Lamps - Inoperative

85203 OCT 85 Heater - Floor Duct Air Distribution Imbalance

852011 OCT 85 Throttle Position Sensor - Diagnostic Tips

85194 SEP 85 Radio/Cassette - Stereo/Mono Switching

85175 AUG 85 Engine - Intermittent Power Loss

85173 AUG 85 Engine Compartment Wiring - Connector Service

85171 AUG 85 Low Fuel Warning Lamp - Comes On Prematurely

85172 AUG 85 Turbocharger - Overboost Warning Comes On

85163 AUG 85 Coolant Temperature Gauge - Reading In Red Region

85162 AUG 85 Engine - Stalling/Poor Performance

85155 JUL 85 EEC IV Power Relay - Shop Manual Revisions/Updates

85152 JUL 85 Horn Pad - Pops Out or Becomes Distorted in High Heat

85147 JUL 85 A/T - AOD Orifice Control Valve Plug Retainer

85149 JUL 85 Engine - Rough Idle/Hard Start After Hot Soak

85135 JUL 85 EGR Solenoids - Contamination

85139 JUL 85 Ignition Coil - Possible Damage From Antitheft Devices

85129 JUN 85 A/C - Orifice Tube Replacement Service Kit

85122 JUN 85 Door Locks - Inoperative Due to Rustproofing

85124 JUN 85 Doors - Wind Noise

851212 JUN 85 EEC IV - Invalid/Erratic Service Codes

851217 JUN 85 EEC IV MAP Sensor - New Part Numbers/Applications

85125 JUN 85 Electric Cooling Fan - Usage Chart

85126 JUN 85 Electronic Dash - New Halogen Illumination Bulb

85123 JUN 85 Front Door Locks - Power Latch Inoperative

85119 JUN 85 A/T - AOD Service Tip/Manual Update

851112 JUN 85 Fuel Pump - Noise

85113 JUN 85 Paint - Revised Prices

851111 JUN 85 TFI/MAP Connectors - No Start Condition

85115 JUN 85 Wiring - Diagram Symbol Explanantion

851012 MAY 85 A/T - AOD No Forward Drive Condition

851015 MAY 85 Engine - No Idle/Stalls Below 2,000 RPM

85102 MAY 85 Instrument Panel - Removal/Installation Procedure

85104 MAY 85 Tailgate - Hinge/Latch Release Adjustment Revision

85107 MAY 85 Temperature Gauge - Reads Cold

859A1 MAY 85 Front/Rear Suspension - Spring Usage

8598 MAY 85 Brakes - Rotor Service Update

8599 MAY 85 Engine - Low End Knock Noise

85933 MAY 85 Spark Plug/Coil Wire - Resistance, Manual Correction

85934 MAY 85 Turbocharger Solenoid - Clicking Sound On Acceleration

85813 APR 85 Engine - No Start/Hesitation/Stalls/Low Power

8582 APR 85 Heater Core - Leakage Diagnostic Tips

85812 APR 85 Ignition System - Octane Rod Replacement Deletion

8584 APR 85 Radio - Improper Stereo Light Operation

85814 APR 85 Spark Plugs - Shorting/Altered Scope Pattern

85711 APR 85 Engine - No Start/Idles Rough/Knock When Cold

8575 APR 85 Starter - Remains Energized With Engine Running

8562 MAR 85 A/C - Spring Lock Coupling Service

8567 MAR 85 A/T, M/T - Fluid Usage Chart

85610 MAR 85 Fuel Filter - Replacement Information

85611 MAR 85 Ignition System - Engine Spark Knock

85517 MAR 85 EVP Sensors - Non Interchangeable

85516 MAR 85 M/T - T5 Gear Clash on Rapid Shifts When Cold

85512 MAR 85 Drive Belts - Installation Revision

8552 MAR 85 Inside Mirror - Revised Diagnostic Procedure

85513 MAR 85 Oil Leak - Rotunda Black Light Diagnostic Procedures

8544 FEB 85 A/C - EATC Control Assembly Bulb Replacement

85418 FEB 85 A/T - AOD Main Control Revisions

8546 FEB 85 Battery - Premature Discharging Diagnostics

85421 FEB 85 Distributor Stator - Replacement Procedure

8542 FEB 85 Door/Vent Windows - Excessive Efforts to Open

85428 FEB 85 Emission Diagnosis - Manual Revisions

85431 FEB 85 Front End - Clunk/Pop Noise On Turns

8545 FEB 85 Low Oil Pressure Warning - Erroneously Activated

8547 FEB 85 Speed Control - Diagnostic Procedure Revision

8548 FEB 85 Wiring - Circuit Color Code Elimination

8532 FEB 85 A/C - Dealer A/C Kit Information

8534 FEB 85 Accessory Drive Belt - Squealing Noise

85111S FEB 85 Power Steering Pump - Leakage At Dipstick Cap

8531 FEB 85 Window Regulator Handle - Improved Attachment

8524 JAN 85 Seat/Shoulder Belts - General Service Information

84423S JAN 85 Chassis Components - Cosmetic Surface Rust

85116 JAN 85 Fuel System - Liquid/Vapor Leak Detection

8518 JAN 85 Speed Control - New Rotunda Tester Information

85112 JAN 85 Steering Rack - New Service Procedure

ATRATB8537 JAN 85 A/T - A4LD/C3 Front Pump Support Inspection

ATRATB8535 JAN 85 A/T - APOD No Forward after Coast Down From 4th Gear

ATRATB8515 JAN 85 A/T - C3 Slipping or No Drive Condition

ATRASIL8519 JAN 85 A/T - Modulator Chart

84263 DEC 84 Fuel System - Pressure Test Gauge Tool Update

84262 DEC 84 Steering Gear Mount - New Design

84261 DEC 84 Sunroof - Drain Hose Removal/Installation

84255 DEC 84 Intake Heat Control Valve - Ticking Noise

84243 NOV 84 Radio - Popping Noise When Turned ON

84222 OCT 84 Rear Axle - New Axle Service Identification Tag

842112 OCT 84 A/T - AOD Revision to Shop Manual

84206 SEP 84 A/T - AOD Production Changes

84187 AUG 84 Windshield - Revised Service Procedure

84171 AUG 84 Fleet Colors - Revised Paint Code Numbers

84161 JUL 84 Hood Auxiliary Catch - Improved Locking

84164 JUL 84 Windshield - Water Leaks

84421 FEB 84 EEC Harness - Engine Stalls/Stumble

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