Official TSB Reports - 1991

• Seat-Front-Back Foam Pad Is Visible Above Seat Pivot Point

(Article No. 90-19-7)

• No Start-Will Not Crank

• Battery-Discharged

• Lamp-Luggage Compartment-Will not Shut Off

• Lamp Ground

(Article No. 90-19-11)

• Restraint System-Air Bag Modules

(Article No. 90-21-2)

• Convertible Top-Latching Hook Tears Windshield Header Weatherstrip
• Convertiable Top-Overtravel Stop Adjustment
• Weatherstrip-Windshield Header-Torn By Convertible Top Latching Hook

(Article No. 90-21-3)

• Convertible-Trim Flipper Door Breaks

(Article No. 90-22-3)

• Bumper-Front & Rear-Insert Moulding Bulge
• Extrior Trim-Bumper Insert Moulding Bulges

(Article No. 90-22-4)

• Electrical Wiring System-Diode Testing & Replacement Procedure
• Wiring-Possible Wiring Harness Diode Damage When Charging Battery

(Article No. 90-22-10)

• Speed Control-Delayed Engagement-Service Tips

(Article No. 90-22-11)

• Hesitation-On Driveaway-1.6L-Automatic Transmission
• Stall-On "Drive" Engagement-1.6L-Automatic Transmission

(Article No. 90-23-5)

• Air Bag-Supplemental Restraint System-Rescuer's Guide

(Article No. 90-24-3)

• Convertible Top-"Rattles" & "Squeaks" From B-Pillar
• Noise-"Rattles" & "Squeaks" From B-Pillar

(Article No. 90-24-5)

• Glass-Door-Alignment Procedure
• Leaks-Water-Around Door
• Weatherstrip-Door-Alignment Procedure

(Article No. 90-25-7)

• Suspension-Front & Rear-Revised Alignment Specifications

(Article No. 91-1-5)

• Transmission-Shift Lever-Separates From Its Housing

(Article No. 91-1-11)

• Sun Visor-Black Color Is Obsolete-Replacement Color
• Trim-Interior-Sun Visor Black Color Is No Longer Available

(Article No. 91-2-4)

• Switch-Stop Lamp-Adjustment Procedure

(Article No. 91-2-9)

• Suspension-Torque Specifications-Revision
• Noise-"Clunks", "Knocks" & "Rattles"-Loose Suspension Or Motor Mount Attaching Hardware

(Article No. 91-4-7)

• Transmission-Automatic-Electronic
• Transmission Diagnostic & Repair Chart

(Article No. 91-6-4)

• Restraint System-Air Bag Modules-Discolored Or Marred Deployment Doors

(Article No. 91-9-1)

• Mirrors-Outside Rear View-Rattle Or Vibration
• Noise-"Rattle" Or Vibration From Outside Rear View Mirrors

(Article 91-10-3)

• Steering-Drift Or Pull To The Right-Vehicles With Dunlop Tires

(Article No. 91-10-5)

• Glass-Door-Window Operating Mechanism-Binding And Noisy
• Noise-"Grinding & Creaking" Sounds From Door Window Mechanism

(Article No. 91-11-2)

• Convertible Top-Backlite Separeates From Top

(Article No. 91-12-3)

• Glass-Front Door-Revised Regulator To Improve Rise Time And Closing Performance
• Window- Power- Front Door-Revised Regulator To Improve Rise Time And Closing Performance

(Article No. 91-12-4)

• Air Cleaner-Contracts Transmission Cover Noise-"Pop" From Engine Compartment

(Article No. 91-16-11)

• Air Conditioning-Erratic A/C Compressor Cycling

(Article No. 91-17-8)

• Convertible Top And Hardtop-Base Part Number Information-Capri

(Article No. 91-18-3)

• Hardtop-Accessory-Alignment & Fitting Procedure

(Article No. 91-20-2)

• Convertible-Rear Window-Scratched By The Rear Seat Back Latch

(Article No. 91-20-3)

• Leaks-Coolant-From Radiator Hoses
• Radiator-Hoses With Reduced Inside Diameter-Available Fro Service

(Article No. 91-20-7)

• Convertible Top-Inadequate Retention Or Dislodging Of The Top Side Retainer
• Convertible Top-Sides Of Top Loose Or "Blows Out"

(Article No. 91-21-1)

• Radio-Front Speaker-"Buzzes" When The Radio/Cassette Is Operated At Moderate Volume And Set With High Treble Or Low Base

(Article No. 91-23-5)

• Air Conditioning-Dealer Installed-Fan Power Lead Wire "Relocation"
• Fan-Air Conditioning-Dealer Installed-Relocation Of Power Lead Wire

(Article No. 91-24-9)

• Delayed Shift-1.6L-With Neutral Between Shifts-4eat Transaxle
• Transaxle-4eat-Soft Or Harsh Shifts

(Article No. 91-25-6)

• Leaks-Coolant From Radiator Hoses At Thermostat Housing Or Water Pump End-Vehicles Built Prior To 7/25/9
• Radiator-Availability Of New Hose Clamps With A Higher Clamping Force-Vehicles Built Prior To 7/25/91

(Article No. 91-25-11)

• Convertible Top-Roof Bow Vinyl Flap Detached From Top

(Article No. 92-4-2)

• Locks-Ignition Dealership Cut Keys Do Not Work In Ignitions-Rotunda Key Blanks Sold Prior To 3/1/91
• Ignition Switch-Dealership Cut Keys Do Not Work In Ignition-Rotunda Key Blanks Sold Prior To 3/1/91

(Article No. 92-5-3)

• Alternator-Repetitive Drive Belt Failures-Vehicles Built From 2/11/91 To 1/28/92
• Battery-Discharged-Charge Indicator Lamp Lit-Vehicles Built From 2/11/91 To 1/28/92
• Accessory Drive Belt-1.6L-Repetitive Failures-Vehicles Built From 2/11/91 To 1/28/92

(Article No. 92-6-10)

• Air Conditioning-1.6L-Inoperative-Compressor-Will Not Engage
• Fan-Cooling-1.6L-Inopertative-Fuse Blown
• Cooling System-1.6L-Fan Inoperative-Fuse Blown
• Engine-1.6L-Cooling Fan Inoperative Fuse Blown

(Article No. 92-7-7)

• Fuel System-Filler Cap Separation-Vehicles Built From Job 1 To 6/1/91

(Article No. 92-8-7)

• Leaks-Water-Through Heater Air Intake Duct On Passenger Side
• Heater-Water Leak Through Air Intake Duct On Passenger Side

(Article No. 92-11-5)

• Speedometer-Inoperative Or Inaccurate-Cable Damaged-Vehicles Built Before 7/23/90

(Article No. 92-13-9)

• Engine-1.6L DOHC, 1.6L Turbo, 1.8L-Lifter Noise After Initial Start-Up Or Returning To Idle From Freeway-Type Driving
• Noise-"Metallic Ticking" From Lifters After Initial Start-Up or Returning To Idle From Freeway-Type Driving-1.6L DOHC, 1.6L Turbo, 1.8L

(Article No. 92-17-6)

• Gauges-Temperature Gauge Registers High And Oil Pressure Gauge Registers Low During Normal Operating Conditions-Vehicles Built Prior To 7/5/92

(Article No. 93-3-10)

• Diagnostic Tools And Adapters (Electronic)-Descriptive List
• Electronic Diagnostic Tools And Adapters-Descriptive List
• Transmission-Electronic Diagnostic Tools And Adapters-Descriptive List

(Article No. 93-5-5)

• Handle-Door Pull, Interior-Breaks

(Article No. 93-12-5)

• Leaks-Water-Front Window Channel Weatherstrip-Vehicles Built From 10/26/91 Through 7/23/92

(Article No. 93-15-3)

• Air Conditioning-Use Of Correct Fluorescent Tracer Dye-Service Tip

(Article No. 93-20-6)

• Fuse-Windshield Wipers-Blows In Freezing Temperatures

(Article No. 93-20-7)

• Turn Signal-Level-Will Not Stay Engaged During Right Hand Turn-Vehicles Built Before January 20, 1993

(Article No. 93-21-7)

• Bumpers/Bumper Covers-Improved Repair Materials
• Service Manuals-1984/94-Bumper And Flexible Part Repair Material Update

(Article No. 93-24-1)

• Hesitation/Stall During Acceleration Or Deceleration
• Idle-Rough-Engine Coolant Does Not Reach Normal Operating Temperature
• Heater/Defroster-Poor Heater Output-Thermostat Stuck Open
• Cooling System-New Diagnostics For Engine That Do Not Reach Normal Operating Temperature

(Article No. 93-24-8)

• Engine Oil System-Contamination Results In "Ticking" Noise From Hydraulic Lash Adjusters After Hot Soak-Escort/Tracer With 1.8L Engine With I.D. Numbers From 641359 Through 679903 And Capri 1.6L Models Built From Job 1 Through 8/1/93
• Noise "Ticking" Noise From Hydraulic Lash Adjusters After Hot Soak-Escort/Tracer With 1.8L Engine With I.D. Numbers From 641359 Through 679903 And Capri 1.6L Models Built From Job 1 Through 8/1/93

(Article No. 93-24-14)

• Convertible Top-Replacement Of Older Top Frames-Vehicles Built Before 7/15/92

(Article No. 94-2-5)

• Leaks-Water-Around A-Pillar Area-Vehicles Built From Job 1 Through 6/6/93

(Article No. 94-7-3)

• Windnoise/Water Leaks-Improved Weatherstrip Sealing
• Windnoise/Water Leaks-Vehicle Weatherstrip Update-Improved Sealing Around Top And Side Window Areas

(Article 94-7-4)

• Timing Belt Noise-1.6L And 1.6L Turbo-Vehicles Built From Job #1 To 10/1/90
• Noise-"Swish" From Timing Belt Noise-1.6L And 1.6L Turbo-Vehicles Built From Job #1 To 10/1/90

(Article No. 94-17-5)

• Supplemental Restraint System-Air Bag Modules-Discolored Or Marred Covers-Painting Restrictions

(Article No. 95-21-1)

• Leaks-Water-At Front Top Side Convertible Weatherstrips

(Article No. 96-10-1)

• Leaks-Water-Convertible Top-Service Tip

(Article No. 96-10-2)

• Backlite-Convertible Top-Availabilty Of Backlite Repair Kit
• Convertible Top-Backlite-Availabilty Of Backlite Repair Kit

(Article No. 96-10-3)

• Air Conditioning-Filtering Refrigerant-System Flushing Tracer Dye-Leak Testing-O-Ring Tool-TSB Republication To Include Latest Model Year

(Article No. 96-15-6)

• Air Conditioning-Use Of R-12 Refrigerant Substitutes-Service Tip

(Article No. 96-17-10)

• Air Conditioning-New O-Ring Applications-Thicker O-Rings For Spring Lock Fittings-Service Tip
• Air Conditioning-Spring Lock Coupling Cleaning Procedure-Service Tip

(Article No. 96-20-8)

• Windshield And Interior Glass-Fog/Film

(Article No. 96-22-1)

• Mass Air Flow Sensor-Replacement As An Assembly-Service Tip

(Article No. 96-22-5)

• Wiring-Electrical Diode Identification And Service Replacements

(Article No. 96-24-6)

• Torque Converter-Leak Test Procedure-Service Tip

(Article No. 96-24-9)

• Transaxle-Torque Converter Replacement Guidelines And Torque Converter/Transaxle Cooling System Cleaning Procedures-Service Tip
• Transmission-Torque Converter Replacement Guidelines And Torque Converter/Transmission Cooling System Cleaning Procedures-Service Tip

(Article No. 96-26-12)

• Hardtop-Retention Weldnut Thread Repair

(Article No. 97-8-1)

• Air Conditioning-Filtering Refrigerant After A/C Compressor Replacement-Service Tips

(Article No. 98-12-5)

• Electrical-New Terminal Grease Released For Service

(Article No. 98-24-6)

• Motor Oil-SAE Viscosity Grade Recommendation-Service Tip

(Article No. 99-8-16)

• Air Conditioning-Identification Of Non-Ford Approved Refrigerants Air-Conditioning-Purging Air From System

(Article No. 99-19-6)

• Fuel Economy-Customer Expectations Versus Vehicle Usage

(Article No. 99-26-9)

• Transmission-New Transmission Cooler Flusher-Service Tip

(Article No. 00-1-5)

• Fluid-Transmission Fluid Usage Charts

(Article No. 01-15-7)

• 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

(Article No. 01-23-6)