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1988 Ford Tempo FWD L4-140 2.3L HSO (VIN S)
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Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1988 Ford Tempo FWD L4-140 2.3L HSO (VIN S)
NOVEMBER 1995 Recall - Ignition Switch Replacement
MARCH 1988 Recall - Throttle Position Sensor Screw Replacement
Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1988 Ford Tempo FWD L4-140 2.3L HSO (VIN S)
JANUARY 1992 Recall - Exhaust Catalyst Replacement
AUGUST 1988 Recall - Incorrect Emission Decals
Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1988 Ford Tempo FWD L4-140 2.3L HSO (VIN S)
NOVEMBER 1991 Campaign - Fuel Pump, Additional Coverage
Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1988 Ford Tempo FWD L4-140 2.3L HSO (VIN S)
MAY 2001 Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit
NOVEMBER 1999 Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit/Wire Splice Procedure
SEPTEMBER 1999 A/C - Identification of Non Approved Refrigerants
JULY 1999 A/T - Transmission Flush and Fill Tool Available
JANUARY 1999 Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Concerns
DECEMBER 1998 Electrical - New Terminal Grease Released For Service
SEPTEMBER 1998 Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips
JUNE 1998 A/C - Filtering Refrigerant After Compressor Replacement
APRIL 1998 Engine - New Gasket Sealer
MARCH 1998 Brakes - New Silicone Compound/Grease
MARCH 1998 Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
MARCH 1998 Vehicle - Towing Behind RVs Guidelines
MARCH 1998 Air Conditioning - R12 to R134A Retrofit Kit
FEBRUARY 1998 Paint - Procedure/Products For Plastic Service Parts
DECEMBER 1997 Charging System - Inoperative/Battery Lamp ON
DECEMBER 1997 Blower Motor - Chirping/Squeaking
DECEMBER 1996 Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
NOVEMBER 1996 A/T Torque Converter - Leak Test Procedure
NOVEMBER 1996 Electrical Diode - Identification and Replacement
OCTOBER 1996 Windshield/Interior Glass - Fog/Film
OCTOBER 1996 Alternator - Discharge
AUGUST 1996 A/C - R12 Refrigerant Substitutes Service Tip
JULY 1996 A/C System - Service TSB List
MAY 1996 Fuel - California Reformulated Gasoline
OCTOBER 1995 Air Bag Modules - Discolored/Marred Covers
SEPTEMBER 1995 Air Conditioning - Approved Flushing Procedures
SEPTEMBER 1995 Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tips
AUGUST 1995 A/T - New Rotunda Fluid Changer Service Tip
APRIL 1995 Wiper Motor - Upgraded Service Kits
MARCH 1995 Brakes - Roughness During Application
MARCH 1995 Paint - Iron Particle Removal
JANUARY 1995 Air Conditioning - O Ring Removal Service Tip
JANUARY 1995 Accelerator - Hard Pedal Effort/Intermittent No Upshift
JANUARY 1995 A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
DECEMBER 1994 Brake Rotor - Machining Equipment/Warranty Information
NOVEMBER 1994 A/T - ATX No Reverse In Extreme Cold
NOVEMBER 1994 Paint - Preparation Procedure And MSDS Information
JULY 1994 R-12 Refrigerant - Substitutes
JUNE 1994 A/C Discharge Hose - Obsolete Part return
JUNE 1994 Dash Panel Area - Rattling Noise
JUNE 1994 A/T- ATX Intermittent/Delayed 1st - 2nd Gear Shift
JUNE 1994 A/T - E40D/ATX Transmission Exchange Program
APRIL 1994 Bumpers - Isolator and Bracket Assembly Replacement
APRIL 1994 Fuel Injector Cleaner - Parts and Service Tips
MARCH 1994 Catalytic Converter - Inlet Pipe Flange Rust
FEBRUARY 1994 A/T - ATX Shift Problems
JANUARY 1994 A/T - ATX Intermittent No/Delayed 1-2 Upshift
JANUARY 1994 A/T - Delayed Forward Engagement/Servo Apply Lip Seals
JANUARY 1994 A/T - Forward Sprag Upgrade
DECEMBER 1993 Heated Backlite - Inoperative
NOVEMBER 1993 Bumper Cover - Repair Materials Update
NOVEMBER 1993 Cooling System - New System Diagnostics
NOVEMBER 1993 Instrument Cluster Warning Lights - Dimly Lit
NOVEMBER 1993 EGO Sensors - Silicone Contamination
NOVEMBER 1993 Engine - Tip-In Stalls At Normal Operating Temperature
NOVEMBER 1993 Engine Gasket Surface - Cleaning Procedures
OCTOBER 1993 Air Conditioning - Return of Obsolete Filter Kits
OCTOBER 1993 Glass - Iridescence or Mottling In Tempered Glass
SEPTEMBER 1993 Air Conditioning - Use of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye
JUNE 1993 Steering - Clunk/Rattle/Premature Tire Wear
JUNE 1993 Engine - Stalls/Hesitates/Long Cranking Times
MAY 1993 Engine - Rough Idle or Stumble
APRIL 1993 Engine - Stalls at Idle/Gear Engagement/Tip In
APRIL 1993 Brakes - Squeal/Groan/Premature Wear
APRIL 1993 Exterior Clearcoat - Cracking/Eroding/Peeling Off
MARCH 1993 A/C Coupling - Cleaning Procedures
MARCH 1993 Clutch Release Bearing - Service Kit Availability
JANUARY 1993 Cooling System - Proper Fluid Concentrations
DECEMBER 1992 Engine - Repair Tips to Avoid Potential Damage
NOVEMBER 1992 A/T - ATX Transaxle Exchange Program
JULY 1992 Engine - Hard or No Start Condition
JUNE 1992 Flywheel Timing Mark - Identification
JUNE 1992 Fuel Pump/Sender - Obsolete Parts Purge
MARCH 1992 A/T - ATX Planetary Gear Interchange
JANUARY 1992 A/T - Diagnostic Trouble Codes for 1983-1992
JANUARY 1992 A/T - EEC Trouble Codes
DECEMBER 1991 Engine Components - Manual Revision
DECEMBER 1991 Engine - Hard Cold Starts/Hesitation/Stalls On Start-Up
NOVEMBER 1991 Engine Timing Components - Service Procedures
NOVEMBER 1991 A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
OCTOBER 1991 A/C - New Refrigerant O-Rings
SEPTEMBER 1991 Fuel Injector - New Cleaning Method
SEPTEMBER 1991 Power Window Regulator - Counterbalance Spring
SEPTEMBER 1991 Exterior Paint - Comprehensive Repair Procedures
JULY 1991 A/C System - Chemical/Refrigerator Type Odor
JUNE 1991 Oil Pan Gasket - Oil Leaks
JUNE 1991 Radio - Control Functional Test Revision
MAY 1991 Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
MAY 1991 Battery - Test Procedure
MAY 1991 Passive Restraint - Service Part Information
MAY 1991 A/C - R12 Refrigerant Service Tips
MAY 1991 Air Bag Module - Deployment Doors Marred
APRIL 1991 Door Latches - Adjustment/Modification Prohibition
APRIL 1991 Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
APRIL 1991 Passive Restraint System - Intermittently Sticks
APRIL 1991 Vehicle - Welding Precautions
MARCH 1991 Refrigerant System Leak Testing - Manual Update
MARCH 1991 Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
JANUARY 1991 Inner Tie Rod - Replacement Procedure
DECEMBER 1990 Passive Restraint System - Chattering Noise
DECEMBER 1990 Speed Control - Diagnostic Tips
NOVEMBER 1990 Air Bag System - Rescuer`s Guide
OCTOBER 1990 Audio Systems - Authorized Service Centers
OCTOBER 1990 Brakes - Intermittent Brake Squeal
OCTOBER 1990 A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
SEPTEMBER 1990 Lug Nuts - Proper Torqueing Procedure
SEPTEMBER 1990 Driveability TSB`s - Summary
SEPTEMBER 1990 EEC IV EGR Pinpoint Test - Manual Correction
SEPTEMBER 1990 Ignition Timing Procedure - Manual Update
AUGUST 1990 Fuel Pump - Buzzing/Humming After Engine Shut Down
JULY 1990 Lower Body Stone Protection - Repair Procedure
JUNE 1990 Wheels - Loss Of Balance Weights
JUNE 1990 A/C Control Connector - Manual Revision
JUNE 1990 A/C Schematic - Manual Revision
MAY 1990 Body/Frame - Arc Welding Precautions
APRIL 1990 Rear Driveline - Rumble/Clunk/Rattle
MARCH 1990 Magnetic Fuel Gauge/Anti Slosh Module - Revised
MARCH 1990 A/T - ATX Differential Shim Selection Manual Revision
MARCH 1990 EEC IV Pinpoint Test QA5 - Manual Revision
MARCH 1990 Illuminated Entry - Connector Revision
FEBRUARY 1990 Engine Coolant - Recycled Coolant Not Authorized
FEBRUARY 1990 A/T - ATX Bind-Up In Reverse
FEBRUARY 1990 A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
DECEMBER 1989 A/C - Musty Odor Coming From Vents
DECEMBER 1989 EEC IV Quick Test - Continuous Self-Test Chart
DECEMBER 1989 EEC IV - Revised Pinpoint Test Steps
DECEMBER 1989 Engine - Rough Idling Condition
NOVEMBER 1989 Seat Belt - Shoulder Strap Modification
OCTOBER 1989 Engine - Loss of Power/No Start Condition
OCTOBER 1989 A/C Fan Controller - New Diagnostic Procedure
OCTOBER 1989 A/T - Math Part II
SEPTEMBER 1989 Brakes - Noise Diagosis/Repair TSB Sumary
SEPTEMBER 1989 Wire Harness Terminal and Connector - Service Kit
SEPTEMBER 1989 EVP Sensor - Manual Revision
SEPTEMBER 1989 Heated Backlite Grid - Manual Updates
SEPTEMBER 1989 Key On Engine Off Self Test Procedure - Manual Revision
SEPTEMBER 1989 A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs
AUGUST 1989 Aluminum Wheel - Air Leaks
AUGUST 1989 Throttle Position Sensor - Application Chart
AUGUST 1989 A/T - ATX New Design Lip Seals
AUGUST 1989 A/T - Math Formulas Part I
JULY 1989 Engine - Overheating
JULY 1989 A/C - Pressure Cycling Switch Diagnostic Procedure
JULY 1989 Fuel Tank Sending Unit - Connector Replacement
JULY 1989 Glass Mouldings - `Rehau` Type Part Availability
JULY 1989 Heater Core - Core Leak Test Procedure
JULY 1989 TPS Mounting Screws - Hard to Remove
JUNE 1989 Paint - Cosmetic Damage From Airborn Materials
JUNE 1989 A/T Check Ball Location - Manual Revision
JUNE 1989 Engine Rocker Arm Cover/Oil Pan Service - Revision
JUNE 1989 Rear Defroster Schematic - Manual Revision
JUNE 1989 Adhesives & Sealants - Availability and Usage
JUNE 1989 Emission Control System - Technician`s Glossary
JUNE 1989 Windshield - Revised Installation Procedure
MAY 1989 Fuel System - Technician`s Glossary
MAY 1989 EGR PFE Sensor - Diagnosis
MAY 1989 Electrical/Electronic/Fuel Induction - Glossary
MAY 1989 Engine - Normal Oil Consumption
APRIL 1989 Passive Restraint Lamp/Chimes - Come On Intermittently
MARCH 1989 Fuel Pump Relay - Component Location Correction
MARCH 1989 Ignition System - Diagnostics Manual Correction
MARCH 1989 Instrument Cluster Schematic - Manual Correction
MARCH 1989 Engine - Bucks/Jerks/Hesitation/Stumble
MARCH 1989 A/T - ATX Governor Filter
FEBRUARY 1989 Climate Control - Push Button Appliques Pop Off
FEBRUARY 1989 Speed Control - Abnormal Operation When Hot
JANUARY 1989 Air Intake Resonator - Modification
JANUARY 1989 Speedometer/Odometer - Inaccurate Readings
JANUARY 1989 B Pillar Upper Finish Panel - Loose
JANUARY 1989 Passive Restraint Drive Belt - Binding/Noisy
DECEMBER 1988 EGR Transducer Sensor - Condensation
DECEMBER 1988 A/C Suction Accumulator - Manual Revision
DECEMBER 1988 Evaporator Core/Evaporator Case - Service Kits
DECEMBER 1988 Passive Restraint System - Manual Revision
DECEMBER 1988 Safety Belt - Tongue Cover Now Available
DECEMBER 1988 VECI Label - Final Issue
NOVEMBER 1988 Driveline - Vibration/Harshness/Shake and Body Boom
NOVEMBER 1988 A/T - Governor Hydraulic Circuit Filtration System
NOVEMBER 1988 A/T - ATX Torque Converter Differences
OCTOBER 1988 Power Door Lock Actuator - Rivet Corrosion/Rust
OCTOBER 1988 A/C - Loss Of A/C When Switching Modes
SEPTEMBER 1988 A/C Control Assembly - Removal Precautions
SEPTEMBER 1988 Engine - No Start or Hard Start Condition
SEPTEMBER 1988 Front Disc Brakes - Clicking Noise
SEPTEMBER 1988 Transfer Case - Growling Noise/Manual Correction
AUGUST 1988 ATC - Inaccurate Outside Temperatures Displayed
AUGUST 1988 Child Seat Tether Attachment - Manual Correction
AUGUST 1988 Engine - Hesitation/Lack Of Power/Rough Idle
AUGUST 1988 Steering Column - Rattling Noise
JULY 1988 EEC IV Emissions Diagnosis - Supplemental Information
JULY 1988 Safety Belts - Service Procedure, Manual Revision
JULY 1988 Timing Chain Damper - Whining Noise
JULY 1988 Vent Windows - May Stick to Weatherstrip
JUNE 1988 Electronic Modules - Protection From Static Electricity
JUNE 1988 Fuel System Anti-Slosh Module - Identification
JUNE 1988 Air Bag System - Manual Supplement
JUNE 1988 Fuel Rail - Supplemental Installation Procedure
MAY 1988 Adhesive Mouldings & Nameplates - Replacement
MAY 1988 Luggage Compartment Door - Inoperative
APRIL 1988 Bumper Covers - Repair Procedures
APRIL 1988 Cylinder Head/Block - Coolant/Oil Leaks
APRIL 1988 Engine - Oil Dipstick May Not Be Read Correctly
APRIL 1988 Hood Prop Rod - Rattling Noise
APRIL 1988 Steering Gear Input Shaft Seal - Fluid Leak
APRIL 1988 Vehicle Storage - Maintenance Tips
MARCH 1988 Air Bag System - Service Tip
MARCH 1988 Chassis Components - Cosmetic Surface Rust
MARCH 1988 Rear Door - Will Not Open From Outside
MARCH 1988 Malfunction Indicator Light - Explanation
MARCH 1988 A/T - ATX FLC No Movement In Any Direction After Rebuild
MARCH 1988 A/T - ATX No Movement In Any Direction
MARCH 1988 Accessory Drive Belt - Seating Procedure
MARCH 1988 Distributor Diaphragm - Parts Return
MARCH 1988 Distributor Diaphragm - Request For Return
MARCH 1988 Power Door Locks - Are Inoperative
FEBRUARY 1988 EEC IV Pinpoint Test H - Manual Correction
FEBRUARY 1988 Engine - Steady Misfire/Stalls At Idle
FEBRUARY 1988 Front/Rear Stabilizer Bar Bushings - Squeak/Grunt Noise
FEBRUARY 1988 Ignition Lock - Difficult To Remove Key
FEBRUARY 1988 Steering Wheel - Clunk/Looseness
FEBRUARY 1988 Swing-Away Spare Tire Carrier - Hard To Close
JANUARY 1988 Body/Frame - Squeak From Cowl Area
JANUARY 1988 A/T - Installation Of In-Line Fluid Filter & Flow Test
DECEMBER 1987 Front Door Hinge - Popping Noise
DECEMBER 1987 Doors and Ignition - Lock Service Tips
DECEMBER 1987 Vinyl Tape Stripes - Poor Adhesion
NOVEMBER 1987 Air Conditioning - Odor Service Procedure
NOVEMBER 1987 Electronic Search Radio - Snap In Removal Procedure
NOVEMBER 1987 Rotunda Gas Chek Kit - Requires Modification
NOVEMBER 1987 A/C System Orifice Tube - Manual Correction
NOVEMBER 1987 Front/Rear Bumper - Loose or Unattached Ends
NOVEMBER 1987 State Emission Test and Key On/Engine Off Wiggle Test
OCTOBER 1987 Emission Calibration Label - Relocation
OCTOBER 1987 TFI Module/PIP Sensor - New Diagnostic Procedure
OCTOBER 1987 Front/Rear Alignment - Specifications
OCTOBER 1987 A/T - ATX Late or No Upshift
SEPTEMBER 1987 A/T, M/T - New `Mercon` Transmission Fluid
SEPTEMBER 1987 Front/Rear Suspension - Spring Application Charts
SEPTEMBER 1987 Paint - Information For Colorcoating Plastic Bumpers
SEPTEMBER 1987 Rocker Arm Cover/Gasket - New Integral Design
SEPTEMBER 1987 A/T - Front Bushing Wear
AUGUST 1987 Fuel System - Injector Tester/Cleaner Service Tips
AUGUST 1987 A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings
JULY 1987 Paint - Difficulty Matching Production Colors
JULY 1987 Wiring - Circuit Number/Color Code Charts
MAY 1987 Front Seat Back - Movement When Braking
MAY 1987 Production Build Date Stamp - Relocation
APRIL 1987 Exterior Door Handle - Poor Appearance
APRIL 1987 A/T - ATX Planetary Gear Design Changes
OCTOBER 1986 A/T - ATX Erratic Upshifts Sometimes No Upshift
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