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1988 Mercury Tracer L4-1589cc 1.6L SOHC

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Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1988 Mercury Tracer L4-1589cc 1.6L SOHC
SEPTEMBER 1989 Recall - Seat Belt Inspection/Replacement

Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1988 Mercury Tracer L4-1589cc 1.6L SOHC
OCTOBER      1989 Recall - Inadequate Engine Crankcase Ventilation

Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1988 Mercury Tracer L4-1589cc 1.6L SOHC
OCTOBER      1989 Campaign - Engine Oil Deterioration
AUGUST        1989 Campaign - M65 Supplemental Instructions
MARCH         1989 Campaign - Plug Wires/Bumper Inspection/Replacement
MARCH         1989 Campaign - Spark Plug Wire Inspection/Replacement
NOVEMBER   1987 Campaign - Rear Suspension Upper Strut Nut Torque
MARCH         1987 Campaign - A/T Shift Lever Replacement

Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1988 Mercury Tracer L4-1589cc 1.6L SOHC
JANUARY      2007 M/T - Mercon(R) V ATF Usage Information
JULY             2006 A/T - Mercon V ATF Usage
SEPTEMBER 1999 A/C - Identification of Non Approved Refrigerants
JANUARY      1999 Fuel - Volatility Related Driveability Concerns
SEPTEMBER 1998 Seat Leather - Cleaning Procedure Tips
MARCH         1998 Brakes - New Silicone Compound/Grease
MARCH         1998 Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure
MARCH         1998 Air Conditioning - R12 to R134A Retrofit Kit
DECEMBER   1996 Torque Converter - Cleaning and Replacement Guidelines
DECEMBER   1996 Axle Shafts - Fluid Leaks
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
JULY             1996 A/C System - Service TSB List
SEPTEMBER 1995 Air Conditioning - Approved Flushing Procedures
SEPTEMBER 1995 Recycled Engine Coolant - Service Tips
AUGUST        1995 A/T - New Rotunda Fluid Changer Service Tip
JULY             1995 Temperature Gauge - Reads Low/Erratic
MARCH         1995 Paint - Iron Particle Removal
JANUARY      1995 A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
DECEMBER   1994 Brake Rotor - Machining Equipment/Warranty Information
NOVEMBER   1994 Paint - Preparation Procedure And MSDS Information
JULY             1994 R-12 Refrigerant - Substitutes
APRIL            1994 Fuel Injector Cleaner - Parts and Service Tips
JANUARY      1994 A/T - Delayed Forward Engagement/Servo Apply Lip Seals
DECEMBER   1993 Heated Backlite - Inoperative
NOVEMBER   1993 Cooling System - New System Diagnostics
NOVEMBER   1993 EGO Sensors - Silicone Contamination
NOVEMBER   1993 Engine Gasket Surface - Cleaning Procedures
OCTOBER      1993 Glass - Iridescence or Mottling In Tempered Glass
SEPTEMBER 1993 Air Conditioning - Use of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye
APRIL            1993 Exterior Clearcoat - Cracking/Eroding/Peeling Off
JANUARY      1993 `Star Tester` - Proper Hook Up Procedure
JANUARY      1993 Cooling System - Proper Fluid Concentrations
DECEMBER   1992 Engine - Repair Tips to Avoid Potential Damage
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
NOVEMBER   1991 A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
SEPTEMBER 1991 Exterior Paint - Comprehensive Repair Procedures
MAY              1991 Battery - No Engine Crank/Low Battery Charge
MAY              1991 Battery - Test Procedure
MAY              1991 A/C - R12 Refrigerant Service Tips
APRIL            1991 Door Latches - Adjustment/Modification Prohibition
APRIL            1991 Engine - Rough Idle/Hesitation/Backfire/Stalling
MARCH         1991 Electric Rear Window Defroster - Inoperative
DECEMBER   1990 Engine - Idle Rough/Stall After Cold Start
OCTOBER      1990 Audio Systems - Authorized Service Centers
OCTOBER      1990 Brakes - Intermittent Brake Squeal
OCTOBER      1990 Engine - No Start/No Crank/Low Battery Charge
OCTOBER      1990 A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
SEPTEMBER 1990 Lug Nuts - Proper Torqueing Procedure
SEPTEMBER 1990 Driveability TSB`s - Summary
JULY             1990 Lower Body Stone Protection - Repair Procedure
JUNE             1990 Hub and Halfshaft Locknut - Service Tips
MARCH         1990 Power Steering Seal Kit - Installation Revision
FEBRUARY   1990 Engine Coolant - Recycled Coolant Not Authorized
FEBRUARY   1990 Instrument Cluster - Squeak
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 EVTM - Electronic Engine Control Schematic
OCTOBER      1989 Engine - Rough Idle/Hard Starting
OCTOBER      1989 Engine - Rough Idle/No Start Condition
OCTOBER      1989 A/T - Math Part II
SEPTEMBER 1989 Wire Harness Terminal and Connector - Service Kit
SEPTEMBER 1989 EVP Sensor - Manual Revision
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 A/T - ATX New Design Lip Seals
AUGUST        1989 A/T - Math Formulas Part I
JULY             1989 Fuel Injectors - Rotunda Injector Tester/Cleaner
JULY             1989 Heater Core - Core Leak Test Procedure
JUNE             1989 Paint - Cosmetic Damage From Airborn Materials
JUNE             1989 Adhesives & Sealants - Availability and Usage
JUNE             1989 Emission Control System - Technician`s Glossary
MAY              1989 A Pillar Area - Wind Whistle Noise
MAY              1989 Electrical/Electronic/Fuel Induction - Glossary
MAY              1989 Engine - Normal Oil Consumption
MAY              1989 Rear Tires - Vibration/Noise
APRIL            1989 Rear Strut Spring - Squeak/Squeal Noise
MARCH         1989 Fuel Control Solenoid - Manual Correction
MARCH         1989 Engine Timing Belt - Chirping/Squeaking Noise
MARCH         1989 A/T - ATX Governor Filter
FEBRUARY   1989 Outside Handle - Will Not Open Lifgate
FEBRUARY   1989 Speed Control - Abnormal Operation When Hot
JANUARY      1989 Speedometer/Odometer - Inaccurate Readings
DECEMBER   1988 Safety Belt - Tongue Cover Now Available
DECEMBER   1988 VECI Label - Final Issue
NOVEMBER   1988 Center Console - Rattle or Buzz Noise
NOVEMBER   1988 A/T - ATX Torque Converter Differences
OCTOBER      1988 Bumper Cover - Fades to Whitish Color
SEPTEMBER 1988 Engine - No Start or Hard Start Condition
SEPTEMBER 1988 Engine - Knocking Noise/Low Oil Pressure
AUGUST        1988 M/T - Hard To Shift/Clutch Cable Broken
AUGUST        1988 Oil Pressure Switch - Leaks Oil
AUGUST        1988 Cylinder Head - Seized Camshaft Service Tips
AUGUST        1988 Engine - Hesitation/Lack Of Power/Rough Idle
AUGUST        1988 Engine - Low Oil Pressure/Oil Sludge Build-Up
JULY             1988 EEC IV Emissions Diagnosis - Supplemental Information
JULY             1988 Liftgate Attaching Area - Wind Noise
JULY             1988 Safety Belts - Service Procedure, Manual Revision
JULY             1988 Windshield Wipers - Inoperative
JULY             1988 Engine - Rough Idle/No Start/Cranks But Will Not Start
JULY             1988 Vent Windows - May Stick to Weatherstrip
JUNE             1988 Electronic Modules - Protection From Static Electricity
MAY              1988 Adhesive Mouldings & Nameplates - Replacement
APRIL            1988 Alternator Removal and Installation - Manual Revision
APRIL            1988 Engine - Oil Dipstick May Not Be Read Correctly
APRIL            1988 Vehicle Storage - Maintenance Tips
MARCH         1988 Chassis Components - Cosmetic Surface Rust
MARCH         1988 Front/Rear Bumper - Aftermarket Paint Information
MARCH         1988 Malfunction Indicator Light - Explanation
MARCH         1988 A/T - ATX No Movement In Any Direction
MARCH         1988 Distributor Diaphragm - Parts Return
MARCH         1988 Distributor Diaphragm - Request For Return
JANUARY      1988 A/T - Installation Of In-Line Fluid Filter & Flow Test
DECEMBER   1987 Electronic Fuel Control System - System & Diagnostics
DECEMBER   1987 Paint Codes On B Pillar - Incorrect
NOVEMBER   1987 Air Conditioning - Odor Service Procedure
NOVEMBER   1987 Door Trim Panels - Adhesive Causes Musty Odor
NOVEMBER   1987 Rotunda Gas Chek Kit - Requires Modification
OCTOBER      1987 Front Disc Brakes - Creaking/Groaning Noise
OCTOBER      1987 Heated Backlite - Service Kit
OCTOBER      1987 Rear Door Weatherstrip - Torn/Broken
OCTOBER      1987 A/T - ATX Late or No Upshift
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 Alignment - Specification Revisions
JULY             1987 Paint - Difficulty Matching Production Colors
JULY             1987 Wiring - Circuit Number/Color Code Charts
JULY             1987 Engine - Erratic Idle/Hesitation
JULY             1987 Engine Mount - Booming Noise At 3800 - 4200 RPM
JULY             1987 License Plate - Installation Kit
JUNE             1987 Electronic Fuel Control System - Manual Revision
MAY              1987 Heater - Function Selector Cable Inoperative
MAY              1987 Production Build Date Stamp - Relocation
APRIL            1987 Fuel System - Fuel Pressure Test Adapter Tool
APRIL            1987 Alternator - Low Output/Low Battery Charge
APRIL            1987 A/T - ATX Low and Reverse Brake Hub Snap Ring
APRIL            1987 A/T - ATX Planetary Gear Design Changes
MARCH         1987 A/T - Low Reverse Brake Hub Snap Ring Service Tip
FEBRUARY   1987 M/T - MTX Correct Fluid Usage
OCTOBER      1986 A/T - ATX Erratic Upshifts Sometimes No Upshift


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