Technical Service Bulletins: Other Variant
WARNING: This page is about the Escort GT, Automatic, 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)
- A/C Heater Blower Motor Low Speed Ticking Noise (95-6-5)
- 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)
- 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)
- FX-15 A/C Compressor Clutch: Coil/Pulley Usage (92-25-5)
- A/C FX-15 Air Compressor Oil Recovery/Measuring (92-24-6)
- Poor A/C Cooling - Reposition Radiator Support (92-2-6)
- New Refrigerant Fitting "O" Rings (91-22-5)
- Accessories Control Systems
- Electrical - Revised Mechanical Hood Lamp Switch To Replace Old Style Mercury Hood Lamp Switch (01-19-4)
- Seat Belt - Revised Door Latch SWTCH (00-18-7)
- Temp. Gauge Fluctuating/Inaccurate High Readings (95-18-5)
- Temp. Gauge Reads Low - Obsolete Temperature Sender (95-13-2)
- Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full And/Or Stalls No Start (94-25-3)
- Electronic Diagnostic Tools/Adapters Availability (93-5-5)
- "Mil" Lamp Service Tips (92-4-4)
- Speedometer Inaccurate In The Cold - New Speedo Head (92-12-9)
- 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)
- Flushing Transmission Oil Cooler & Lines (98-13-12)
- Transmission Fluid Usage Chart (98-8-8)
- Torque Converter Replacement - Cooling SYS. Cleaning (96-26-12)
- Torque Converter Leak Test Procedure - New Tool (96-24-9)
- New Rotunda Fluid Changer - Service Tip (95-16-10)
- 4EAT Harsh Or Soft 1-2 And/Or 2-3 Shifts (94-23-12)
- 4EAT Transaxle: Torque CONV. Leaks (1.8L & 1.9L Eng) (93-11-6)
- Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Lean DRIVEABILITY Symptoms: MAF Sensor Contamination (98-23-10)
- Mass Air Flow Sensor Replacement As An Assembly (96-22-5)
- Revised Ignition Control Module Connector Clip (95-10-2)
- Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full And/Or Stalls No Start (94-25-3)
- Exhaust - Heated Oxygen Sensor Application Chart (94-16-9)
- EXH Gas Oxygen Sensor Silicone Sealer Contamination (93-23-6)
- High Idle Rpm After Hwy Cruise: Idle Air CNTL Valve (93-9-5)
- Electronic Diagnostic Tools/Adapters Availability (93-5-5)
- Hesitation/Stall In Sub-Freezing COND: New PCV Valve (93-3-5)
- 1.9L SEFI Spark Knock: Octane Adjust Shorting Bar (92-26-3)
- Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
- Blowers, Superchargers & Turbochargers
- Body Interior
- Seat Belt - Revised Door Latch SWTCH (00-18-7)
- 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)
- Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full And/Or Stalls No Start (94-25-3)
- Front Valance Panel Missing Or Loose (94-11-2)
- Electronic Diagnostic Tools/Adapters Availability (93-5-5)
- "Mil" Lamp Service Tips (92-4-4)
- Speedometer Inaccurate In The Cold - New Speedo Head (92-12-9)
- Brakes Control Systems
- Clutch
- 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)
- Steering Wheel Shake At Idle (95-12-4)
- Revised Ignition Control Module Connector Clip (95-10-2)
- 1.9L Coolant Drain Procedure Service Tip (94-12-4)
- Engine Hesitation/Stall/Low Eng Temp: Diagnosis (93-24-8)
- Engine Gasket Surface Cleaning Procedures (93-23-14)
- High Idle Rpm After Hwy Cruise: Idle Air CNTL Valve (93-9-5)
- Cooling System - Proper Fluid Concentrations (93-1-10)
- 1.9L SEFI Spark Knock: Octane Adjust Shorting Bar (92-26-3)
- Premature GENL Eng Wear: Grinding Disc Use Not RECMD (92-25-2)
- Poor A/C Cooling - Reposition Radiator Support (92-2-6)
- Cruise Control Systems
- 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)
- Revised Ignition Control Module Connector Clip (95-10-2)
- Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full And/Or Stalls No Start (94-25-3)
- Engine Hesitation/Stall/Low Eng Temp: Diagnosis (93-24-8)
- Fuel Injectors (Deposit Resistant): Identification (93-7-5)
- High Idle Rpm After Hwy Cruise: Idle Air CNTL Valve (93-9-5)
- Electronic Diagnostic Tools/Adapters Availability (93-5-5)
- 1.9L SEFI Spark Knock: Octane Adjust Shorting Bar (92-26-3)
- 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)
- 1.9L - Cleaning Intake Manifold When Remanufacturing (00-18-8)
- 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)
- Revised Ignition Control Module Connector Clip (95-10-2)
- Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full And/Or Stalls No Start (94-25-3)
- 1.8/2.2L Eng Hard Start/Poor Idle/Stalls - Air Tube (94-10-6)
- Engine Hesitation/Stall/Low Eng Temp: Diagnosis (93-24-8)
- Fuel Injectors (Deposit Resistant): Identification (93-7-5)
- High Idle Rpm After Hwy Cruise: Idle Air CNTL Valve (93-9-5)
- 1.9L SEFI Spark Knock: Octane Adjust Shorting Bar (92-26-3)
- Fuses & Circuit Breakers
- Wiring - Wire Harness Terminal Repair Kit (99-6-3)
- Electrical - New Terminal Grease For Service (98-24-6)
- Electrical Diode Identification And Replacements (96-24-6)
- Revised Ignition Control Module Connector Clip (95-10-2)
- Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full And/Or Stalls No Start (94-25-3)
- Front Valance Panel Missing Or Loose (94-11-2)
- Electrical Concerns - Connector Inspection Tips (93-24-11)
- 1.9L SEFI Spark Knock: Octane Adjust Shorting Bar (92-26-3)
- Gauges & Instrument Panels
- Temp. Gauge Fluctuating/Inaccurate High Readings (95-18-5)
- Improved Lock Assembly For Glove Compartment (95-17-4)
- Temp. Gauge Reads Low - Obsolete Temperature Sender (95-13-2)
- Water Leak/WINDNOISE - Rear Door Weatherstrip Loose (95-5-3)
- Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full And/Or Stalls No Start (94-25-3)
- WINDNOISE - IDNETIFICATION/Repair Table (94-20-3)
- Front Valance Panel Missing Or Loose (94-11-2)
- Instrument Cluster Finish Panel Removal/Installation (93-23-3)
- Speedometer Inaccurate In The Cold - New Speedo Head (92-12-9)
- 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)
- A/C Musty & Mildew Type Odors - New A/C DISODORIZER (98-2-7)
- 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)
- A/C Heater Blower Motor Low Speed Ticking Noise (95-6-5)
- 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)
- 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)
- A/C FX-15 Air Compressor Oil Recovery/Measuring (92-24-6)
- A/C FX-15 Compressor Air Gap Specification (92-20-5)
- Poor A/C Cooling - Reposition Radiator Support (92-2-6)
- New Refrigerant Fitting "O" Rings (91-22-5)
- Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
- Identification
- Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
- Ignition System
- Lean DRIVEABILITY Symptoms: MAF Sensor Contamination (98-23-10)
- Fuel Economy - Customer Expectations (99-26-9)
- Revised Ignition Control Module Connector Clip (95-10-2)
- Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full And/Or Stalls No Start (94-25-3)
- Engine Hesitation/Stall/Low Eng Temp: Diagnosis (93-24-8)
- High Idle Rpm After Hwy Cruise: Idle Air CNTL Valve (93-9-5)
- 1.9L SEFI Spark Knock: Octane Adjust Shorting Bar (92-26-3)
- Infotainment
- Interior/Exterior Trim
- Interior/Illumination Lights
- Locking Hubs
- Lubrication System
- 1.9L - Cleaning Intake Manifold When Remanufacturing (00-18-8)
- Motor Oil - Sae Viscosity Grade Recommendation (99-8-16)
- Leaks Oil - New Silicone Gasket & Sealant (98-7-4)
- Engine Gasket Surface Cleaning Procedures (93-23-14)
- Premature GENL Eng Wear: Grinding Disc Use Not RECMD (92-25-2)
- 1.6/1.8L Lifter Noise - Service Eng/Replace Lifter (92-8-10)
- Manual Steering
- Manual Trans
- 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)
- 1.9L - Cleaning Intake Manifold When Remanufacturing (00-18-8)
- 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)
- Steering Wheel Shake At Idle (95-12-4)
- Revised Ignition Control Module Connector Clip (95-10-2)
- Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full And/Or Stalls No Start (94-25-3)
- 1.8L Squeal Or Whine From Timing Belt TENSIONER (94-16-2)
- 1.8L Knocking Noise From Engine After Cold Start (94-14-4)
- 1.8/2.2L Eng Hard Start/Poor Idle/Stalls - Air Tube (94-10-6)
- 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)
- High Idle Rpm After Hwy Cruise: Idle Air CNTL Valve (93-9-5)
- 1.9L SEFI Spark Knock: Octane Adjust Shorting Bar (92-26-3)
- Premature GENL Eng Wear: Grinding Disc Use Not RECMD (92-25-2)
- 1.8L DOHC Camshaft/Lifter Knock - Replace Camshafts (92-18-5)
- 1.6/1.8L Lifter Noise - Service Eng/Replace Lifter (92-8-10)
- Mechanical - Hydraulic
- Brakes Grinding/Roughness After New Pad Installation (99-25-9)
- Front Brakes Squeal Below 35 Mph - 14" Wheels Only (98-5A-19)
- Knocking Noise From Front Brakes When Braking Gently (98-5A-14)
- Silicone Brake Caliper Grease Requirement (98-5A-13)
- Wheels - Proper Lug Torque Procedures - Service Tip (98-5A-4)
- Comprehensive Summary Of Brake Concern TSB'S (97-10-1)
- Brakes - Roughness Concern During Brake Application (95-6-2)
- On-Vehicle Caliper Mounted Brake Rotor Machining EQP (94-25-2)
- High Pedal Effort After Cold Start: New Brake Lining (93-1-7)
- Rear Brake Squeal - New Rear Brake Shoe Set (92-2-2)
- 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)
- Primed Sheet Metal Prep Procedure & MSDS Information (94-23-4)
- Rear View Mirror Detaches From Windshield (94-17-2)
- Exterior CLEARCOAT MICROCHECKING, Hazing Or Peeling (93-8-4)
- 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
- Seat Belt - Revised Door Latch SWTCH (00-18-7)
- Passive Restraint - Incorrect Info In Manual & EVTM (00-12-4)
- Leather Seat Cleaning Procedure - Service Tip (98-17-1)
- Water Leak/WINDNOISE - Rear Door Weatherstrip Loose (95-5-3)
- Front Valance Panel Missing Or Loose (94-11-2)
- 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
- 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)
- 1.9L - Cleaning Intake Manifold When Remanufacturing (00-18-8)
- 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)
- Revised Ignition Control Module Connector Clip (95-10-2)
- Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full And/Or Stalls No Start (94-25-3)
- Exhaust - Heated Oxygen Sensor Application Chart (94-16-9)
- 1.8/2.2L Eng Hard Start/Poor Idle/Stalls - Air Tube (94-10-6)
- 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)
- High Idle Rpm After Hwy Cruise: Idle Air CNTL Valve (93-9-5)
- Electronic Diagnostic Tools/Adapters Availability (93-5-5)
- Hesitation/Stall In Sub-Freezing COND: New PCV Valve (93-3-5)
- 1.9L SEFI Spark Knock: Octane Adjust Shorting Bar (92-26-3)
- Premature GENL Eng Wear: Grinding Disc Use Not RECMD (92-25-2)
- Electronic Modules - Damage From Static Electricity (88-13-3)
- Towing
- Transmission Control Systems
- Vacuum Pumps/Lines/Tanks/Water Trap
- Warning Systems
- Wheel Alignment
- Wheels & Tire System
- Window Motors & Regulators
- Windshield And Interior Glass - Fog/Film (96-22-1)
- Urethane Mounted Glass Material Usage Procedure (95-12-1)
- Water Leak/WINDNOISE - Rear Door Weatherstrip Loose (95-5-3)
- WINDNOISE - IDNETIFICATION/Repair Table (94-20-3)
- Rear View Mirror Detaches From Windshield (94-17-2)
- Front Door Glass Binding/High Effort When Rolling (92-6-3)
- Front Valance Panel Missing Or Loose (94-11-2)
- "Iridescence" Or "Mottling" In Tempered Glass (93-21-1)
- Wiper/Washer Systems
- Wiring System (Data Link Connectors, Pwr Dist., Grnd Dist.)
- Wiring - Wire Harness Terminal Repair Kit (99-6-3)
- Electrical - New Terminal Grease For Service (98-24-6)
- Electrical Diode Identification And Replacements (96-24-6)
- Temp. Gauge Reads Low - Obsolete Temperature Sender (95-13-2)
- Revised Ignition Control Module Connector Clip (95-10-2)
- Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full And/Or Stalls No Start (94-25-3)
- Front Valance Panel Missing Or Loose (94-11-2)
- Electrical Concerns - Connector Inspection Tips (93-24-11)
- 1.9L SEFI Spark Knock: Octane Adjust Shorting Bar (92-26-3)
- Speedometer Inaccurate In The Cold - New Speedo Head (92-12-9)