Need a TSB report for my 1994 LINCOLN TOWN CAR

[Dan19063]

I am in need of assistance from some one with access to Ford TSB bulletins. I have an account with mycarstats.com but they do not tell you what the fix is for my problem. It tells me that there are several tsb's out for this problem.

OK here is the deal. I had a problem with my check engine light coming on. It was found to be my egr valve. They replaced the valve but had to flash the computer to get the engine light to stop coming on. OK that problem fixed.

NOW the car has a shudder on light acceleration above 38mph and between the 3rd and 4th shift. I know there are several bulletins on this but I need to know what they consider the fix. I think when they flashed the computer they might have put in an older program that has caused this problem. Here are some of the tsb #'s I got about the problem but again I need the whole report:SERVICE BULLETIN:BC0810961011 - SERVICE BULLETIN:962517-
SERVICE BULLETIN:9887

If any one could assist with a full copy of these bulletins I would be very happy. I need to know if it is related to the computer to know if when they flashed it they screwed it up.

I had this problem before when the car was my fathers and my brother-in-law at the time had a repairs shop and he fixed it. Unfortunately he is now my EX Brother-in-law and I have no way of finding out what he did.:lol:


Any help would be greatly appreciated :help:

[Zack]

Disconnect the egr and the problem will go away.
Simply pull the vacuum line and plug it.
It is not worth the diagnosing to fix it.
An egr valve will get you an extra .002 miles to the gallon, big whoopie.

[Dan19063]

Disconnect the egr and the problem will go away.
Simply pull the vacuum line and plug it.
It is not worth the diagnosing to fix it.
An egr valve will get you an extra .002 miles to the gallon, big whoopie.


The egr problem was fixed. That is not the issue. When they flashed the computer for the egr check engine light they caused the torque converter shudder problem I'm having now. It is the shudder I need the answer to not the egr valve. I was just trying to give all the facts as to how the shudder problem occured

[Breadfan]

Yeah it sounds like either a TC shudder or a borderline coil-on-plug.

Unfortunately a coil on plug that is only missing slightly under load can cause this and not throw a code. They can be tough to diagnose, I do have an idea that invovles a MacGyver setup of a big oscilliscope, DC-to-AC inverter and some extra long test probes, but that's only theoretical at this point. ;)

My friend has a '98 TC that had the same symptoms. He thought it was TC shudder and had the trans serviced. The issue didn't go away. Finally after a while later he FINALLY got a code for a miss in one of the cylinders. Replaced that COP and the problem went away.

[RedMerc04]

Yeah it sounds like either a TC shudder or a borderline coil-on-plug.

Unfortunately a coil on plug that is only missing slightly under load can cause this and not throw a code. They can be tough to diagnose, I do have an idea that invovles a MacGyver setup of a big oscilliscope, DC-to-AC inverter and some extra long test probes, but that's only theoretical at this point. ;)

My friend has a '98 TC that had the same symptoms. He thought it was TC shudder and had the trans serviced. The issue didn't go away. Finally after a while later he FINALLY got a code for a miss in one of the cylinders. Replaced that COP and the problem went away.
In 94 they didnt have coil on plug. They used 2 seperate coil packs that sat in front of each valve cover and connected to the plugs with traditional wires. I know the feeling of a bad coil thanks to my moms continental but i think in this case it would cause one hell of a shudder if it is actually the coil because it sends spark to half the engine..

[Breadfan]

Oh yeah, forgot about that. :)

[Canadasvt]

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 width="96%" border=3><TBODY><TR><TD bgColor=#0000ff colSpan=2>http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/auxf/~WT/USENIE/1527/adobe.gif Printable View (19 KB) (http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/content/~WT/~MUS~LEN/3692/tsb98-08-07.pdf) </TD></TR><TR><TD class=VERTCENT align=middle width="25%" bgColor=#ffffff>TSB
98-8-7
</TD><TD class=VERTCENT align=left width="65%" bgColor=#ffffff>
VIBRATION - SHUDDER OR VIBRATION UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35 MPH) WHILE IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AODE OR 4R70W TRANSMISSION
TRANSMISSION - AODE - 4R70W - SHUDDER OR VIBRATION UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35 MPH) WHILE IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR
</TD></TR><TR><TD bgColor=#0000ff colSpan=2>Publication Date: APRIL 27, 1998</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=230>FORD:
</TD><TD>1992-1997 CROWN VICTORIA
1994-1997 MUSTANG, THUNDERBIRD</TD></TR><TR><TD width=230>LINCOLN-MERCURY:
</TD><TD>1992-1997 GRAND MARQUIS, TOWN CAR
1993-1997 MARK VIII
1994-1997 COUGAR</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>


This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to add models and applicable service parts. CALIBRATION:


6-16F-R10, 6-16T-R10, 6-18F-R12, 6-18H-R12, 6-18I-R10, 6-18M-R12, 6-18N-R12, 6-18B-R11, 6-18J-R11, 6-18E-R11, 6-18P-R11, 6-18Q-R11, 6-18S-R11, 7-18B-R10, 7-18F-R10, 7-18H-R10, 7-18M-R10, 7-18N-R10, 7-18J-R10, 7-18E-R10, 7-18P-R10, 7-18Q-R10, 7-18S-R10, 7-18I-R11
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD>http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/auxf/~WT/USENIE/3035/tsbcaut.gif</TD><TD width=100>WARNING:</TD><TD>THIS MODIFICATION IS AUTHORIZED ONLY FOR THE LISTED ENGINE. PERFORMING THIS MODIFICATION ON OTHER ENGINE CALIBRATIONS IS UNAUTHORIZED AND COULD CREATE LIABILITY UNDER APPLICABLE FEDERAL OR LOCAL LAWS.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

All prior calibration revision levels to the calibrations listed above are also included in this TSB. ISSUE:

Vehicles equipped with an AODE or 4R70W transmission (refer to Vehicle Application Chart) may experience a torque converter clutch shudder or vibration. This occurs under light to moderate acceleration above 56 km/h (35 mph) while in 3rd or 4th gear or on 3-4/4-3 shifts. This may be due to temperature related automatic transmission fluid breakdown.
ACTION:

Perform normal diagnostics and refer to the following Service Procedure for required service.

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 border=1><TBODY><TR><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle colSpan=3>VEHICLE APPLICATION</TH></TR><TR><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Model Year</TH><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Vehicle</TH><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Equipment</TH></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1992-97</TD><TD style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Town Car</TD><TD style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Non-Trailer Tow</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1992-97</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Non-Police, Non-Trailer Tow</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1992-94</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Police, Trailer Tow</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1995-97</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Town Car/Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Police, Trailer Tow</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1994-97</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Mustang</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1994-97</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Thunderbird/Cougar</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1993-97</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Mark VIII</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=80>NOTE:</TD><TD>IF QUESTIONS STILL ARISE AFTER REVIEWING THIS TSB ARTICLE, CALL THE LIVONIA TRANSMISSION HOTLINE AT (800) 821-5046. PLEASE HAVE THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN), BUILD DATE, MILEAGE, AND PAST HISTORY AVAILABLE. HOTLINE HOURS ARE: 7:00AM TO 7:30PM EST.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
SERVICE PROCEDURE



Perform Steps 1-10 for listed model year vehicles operating in mostly stop-and-go traffic, areas of high ambient temperatures and humidity or the following states:
Alabama
Arkansas
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Louisiana
Mississippi
North Carolina
Oklahoma
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas

[Canadasvt]

Perform Steps 1-6 and 8-10 for vehicles that are not normally operated in stop-and-go traffic, areas of high ambient temperatures and humidity or the previously listed states. If you have questions regarding the vehicle operating parameters, call the Transmission Hotline.
Perform normal diagnosis and repair of all Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) prior to continuing with the following Steps.
Verify concern. Torque converter shudder occurs during 3rd or 4th gear under light to moderate acceleration. If vibration or shudder occurs only in 1st or 2nd gear, or when brakes are applied, then it is not torque converter shudder.

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 border=1><TBODY><TR><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>COMMON VEHICLE CONCERNS THAT HAVE BEEN MISDIAGNOSED AS TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SHUDDER</TH></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>· Spark plugs - check for cracks, high resistance or broken insulator</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>· Fuel injector - filter may be plugged</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>· Plug wires</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>· Fuel contamination - poor engine performance</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>· EGR valve - valve may let in too much exhaust gas and cause engine to run lean</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>· Vacuum leak - engine will not get proper air/fuel (A/F) mixture</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>· MAP/MAF sensor - improper A/F mixture</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>· HEGO sensor - too rich/lean A/F mixture</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>· Fuel pressure - may be too low</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>· Engine mounts - loose/damaged mounts can cause vibration concerns</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>· Axle joints - check for vibration</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=80>NOTE:</TD><TD>RESIDUAL FLUID IN THE SYSTEM (CONVERTER COOLERS AND LINES) WILL CAUSE SHUDDER TO RETURN.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
Drain all transmission fluid including the torque converter. Completely drain the cooler and cooler lines. Refer to the appropriate model/year Service Manual, Section 07-01, for more details.
Remove the transmission pan and clean the pan and magnet.
Inspect the transmission gasket and filter. Reuse the pan gasket and filter if they are not damaged.
Reinstall the transmission filter, pan gasket, and pan.
For vehicles operating in mostly stop-and-go traffic, areas of high ambient temperature and humidity or the previously listed states, install a new Transmission Fluid Cooler and Transmission Fluid Cooler Installation Kit (refer to the Transmission Fluid Cooler and Fluid Cooler Installation Kit Application Chart for correct part usage). Refer to the Instruction Sheet included with the installation kit for details.

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 border=1><TBODY><TR><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle colSpan=3>TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER INSTALLATION KIT APPLICATION</TH></TR><TR><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Model</TH><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Years</TH><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Part Number</TH></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis - Base Only</TD><TD style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1995-97</TD><TD style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>F8AZ-7K177-AA</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Town Car - Base Only</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1995-97</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>F8VZ-7K177-AA</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Town Car/Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis - Police and Trailer Tow</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1995-97</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Kit Not Required</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis - Base, Police and Trailer Tow</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1992-94</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>F2AZ-7K177-AA</TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left> </TD></TR><TR><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>Town Car - Base Only</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>1992-94</TD><TD style="BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top align=left>F2VZ-7K177-AA</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

[Canadasvt]

<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=80>NOTE:</TD><TD>FLUIDS LABELED MERCON®V ARE RECOMMENDED FOR SERVICING 1992 AND BEYOND AODE/4R70W TRANSMISSIONS WHICH ORIGINALLY SPECIFIED MERCON®. SERVICE FLUID RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ALL OTHER FORD TRANSMISSIONS AND/OR POWER STEERING REMAINS UNCHANGED.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
Refill transmission with the proper amount of Motorcraft MERCON®V (XT-5-QM) or equivalent.
For all 1996-97 Town Car, Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis, Thunderbird/Cougar vehicles, check emissions decal to verify vehicle has the latest calibration. If it does not, reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to the new calibration level using Service Bay Diagnostic System (SBDS) or New Generation Star (NGS) Tester with latest CD-ROM. Refer to the Recalibration Cross Reference Chart for the correct PCM calibration.
Road test vehicle at normal operating temperature to verify repair. If shudder is still present, vehicle may have to be driven up to 80 km (50 miles) for break-in. Torque converter should return to normal operation.

[Canadasvt]

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 width="96%" border=3><TBODY><TR><TD bgColor=#0000ff colSpan=2>http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/auxf/~WT/USENIE/1527/adobe.gif Printable View (30 KB) (http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/content/~WT/~MUS~LEN/3618/tsb95-23-04.pdf) </TD></TR><TR><TD class=VERTCENT align=middle width="25%" bgColor=#ffffff>TSB
95-23-4
</TD><TD class=VERTCENT align=left width="65%" bgColor=#ffffff>
VIBRATION/SHUDDER - UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35 MPH) IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR
TRANSMISSION - AODE/4R70W - SHUDDER/VIBRATION UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35 MPH) IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR
</TD></TR><TR><TD bgColor=#0000ff colSpan=2>Publication Date: NOVEMBER 20, 1995</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=230>FORD:
</TD><TD>1992-1995 CROWN VICTORIA
1994-1995 MUSTANG, THUNDERBIRD</TD></TR><TR><TD width=230>LINCOLN-MERCURY:
</TD><TD>1992-1995 GRAND MARQUIS, TOWN CAR
1993-1995 MARK VIII
1994-1995 COUGAR</TD></TR><TR><TD width=230>LIGHT TRUCK:
</TD><TD>1994-1995 ECONOLINE, F-150</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>


This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to clarify Issue, Action, Service Procedure, and Operation. ISSUE:

Torque converter clutch shudder or vibration may occur under light to moderate acceleration above 56 km/h (35 mph) while in 3rd or 4th gear or during 3-4 or 4-3 shifts. This condition may be noticeable on higher mileage vehicles (24,000 km/15,000 mi or more) when the torque converter clutch engages or disengages during light to moderate acceleration.
ACTION:

Perform normal diagnostics (i.e., linkage adjustment, fluid level and condition, On-Board diagnostic check). If self test codes are present, service as required. If no DTCs are present, perform the following Service Procedure.
SERVICE PROCEDURE



Drain all transmission fluid. Refer to the appropriate Service Manual, Section 07-01 for details. If fluid is burnt or heavily contaminated, repair as required.
Remove transmission and replace the torque converter assembly with the correct torque converter. Refer to Figure 1.

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Figure 1 - Article 95-23-4
Remove the transmission pan and clean transmission pan and pan magnet.
Inspect transmission pan gasket and filter. Reuse both pan gasket and filter if not damaged.
Reinstall filter, pan magnet, and transmission pan with original gasket.
Completely clean and flush transmission cooler and cooler lines.
Reinstall the transmission assembly.
Refill transmission with Mercon® Automatic Transmission Fluid (XT-2-QDX). Use only quart containers of Mercon® when refilling to ensure proper fluid quality is being used.
<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 border=1><TBODY><TR><TH align=middle>PART NUMBER</TH><TH align=middle>PART NAME</TH></TR><TR><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>XT-2-QDX</TD><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>Mercon® Automatic Transmission Fluid</TD></TR><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>F5AZ-7902-ARM</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Torque Converter</TD></TR><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>F5ZZ-7902-ARM</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Torque Converter</TD></TR><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>F4LY-7902-ARM</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Torque Converter</TD></TR><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>F4SZ-7902-BRM</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Torque Converter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

Please use the following repair description for each model described in the OPERATION/DESCRIPTION/TIME section of this TSB article:
Perform electronic transmission diagnostics, replace torque converter, drain and fill transmission (including inspection of filter - replace if necessary), flush cooler and lines. Road test vehicle after repairs are complete.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES:

NONE
SUPERSEDES:

94-14-8
WARRANTY STATUS:

Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 border=1><TBODY><TR><TH align=middle>OPERATION</TH><TH align=middle>DESCRIPTION</TH><TH align=middle>TIME</TH></TR><TR><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>952304A</TD><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>1994-95 Econoline</TD><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>4.6 Hrs.</TD><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>952304B</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>1994-95 F-Series 4X2</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>4.4 Hrs.</TD><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>952304C</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>1994-95 F-Series 4X4</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>6.0 Hrs.</TD><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>952304D</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>1994-95 Mustang 3.8L</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>5.1 Hrs.</TD><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>952304E</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>1994-95 Mustang 5.0L</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>5.3 Hrs.</TD><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>952304F</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>1994-95 Thunderbird/Cougar 4.6L</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>5.4 Hrs.</TD><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>952304G</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>1994-95 Thunderbird/Cougar 3.8L</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>5.3 Hrs.</TD><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>952304H</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>1993-95 Mark VIII</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>5.4 Hrs.</TD><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>952304I</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>1992-95 Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis/Town Car</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>4.9 Hrs.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
DEALER CODING

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 border=1><TBODY><TR><TH align=middle>BASIC PART NO.</TH><TH align=middle>CONDITION CODE</TH></TR><TR><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=middle>7902</TD><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=middle>67</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
OASIS CODES:

501000, 502000, 504000, 510000, 597997, 703000, 703200, 703400

[Canadasvt]

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 width="96%" border=3><TBODY><TR><TD bgColor=#0000ff colSpan=2>http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/auxf/~WT/USENIE/1527/adobe.gif Printable View (7 KB) (http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/content/~WT/~MUS~LEN/3682/tsb96-25-17.pdf) </TD></TR><TR><TD class=VERTCENT align=middle width="25%" bgColor=#ffffff>TSB
96-25-17
</TD><TD class=VERTCENT align=left width="65%" bgColor=#ffffff>
TRANSMISSION - AODE - 4R70W - SHUDDER OR VIBRATION UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35 MPH) WHILE IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR
</TD></TR><TR><TD bgColor=#0000ff colSpan=2>Publication Date: DECEMBER 2, 1996</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=230>FORD:
</TD><TD>1992-1995 CROWN VICTORIA
1994-1995 MUSTANG, THUNDERBIRD</TD></TR><TR><TD width=230>LINCOLN-MERCURY:
</TD><TD>1992-1995 GRAND MARQUIS, TOWN CAR
1993-1995 MARK VIII
1994-1995 COUGAR</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

ISSUE:

Torque converter clutch shudder or vibration may occur under light to moderate acceleration above 56 km/h (35 mph) while in 3rd or 4th gear or on 3-4/4-3 shifts. This condition may be more noticeable on higher mileage vehicles (24,000+ km (15,000+ mi)) when the torque converter clutch engages or disengages on light to moderate acceleration.
ACTION:

Perform normal diagnostics and change the transmission fluid. Changing the transmission fluid should reduce the possibility of shudder/vibration. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE



Drain all transmission fluid including the torque converter. Completely drain the cooler and cooler lines. Refer to the appropriate model/year Service Manual, Section 07-01, for more details.
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=80>NOTE:</TD><TD>IF TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER OCCURS BELOW 11,250 km (7,000 MILES) OR ABOVE 32,000 km (20,000 MILES), THE CONCERN IS DUE TO AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID CONTAMINATION AND/OR BREAKDOWN. PROCEED TO STEP 7.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=80>NOTE:</TD><TD>IF TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER OCCURS BETWEEN 11,250 km (7,000 MILES) AND 32,000 km (20,000 MILES), THE CONVERTER MAY BE AT FAULT. PROCEED TO STEP 2.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
Remove the transmission and replace the torque converter.
Remove the transmission pan and clean the pan and magnet.
Inspect the transmission gasket and filter. Reuse the pan gasket and filter if they are not damaged.
Reinstall the transmission filter, pan gasket and pan.
Reinstall the transmission.
Verify that bulk fluid does not have moisture contamination. If suspected, use quart containers of MERCON®. Refill transmission with the proper amount of Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) (XT-2-QDX).
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=80>NOTE:</TD><TD>REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER IF THE SHUDDER RETURNS IN LESS THAN 16,000 km (10,000) MILES FOLLOWING THE FLUID CHANGE.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 border=1><TBODY><TR><TH align=middle>PART NUMBER</TH><TH align=middle>PART NAME</TH></TR><TR><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>F6AZ-7902-ARM</TD><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>Torque Converter</TD></TR><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>F6ZZ-7902-ARM</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Torque Converter </TD></TR><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>F4LY-7902-ARM</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Torque Converter </TD></TR><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>F4SZ-7902-BRM</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Torque Converter</TD></TR><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>XT-2-QDX</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES:

95-23-4 (http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/renderers/external_link.asp?contenttype= TSB&workunit=TSB95-23-04&market=US&language=EN&viewer=IE)
WARRANTY STATUS:

Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 border=1><TBODY><TR><TH align=middle>OPERATION</TH><TH align=middle>DESCRIPTION</TH><TH align=middle>TIME</TH></TR><TR><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>962517A</TD><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>Remove And Install Pan To Change Fluid</TD><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>Refer To SLTS Manual</TD><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>962517B</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Replace Torque Converter</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Refer To SLTS Manual</TD><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>962517C</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Additional Time To Drain Torque Converter And/Or Drain Cooler Lines</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>0.2 Hr.</TD><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>962517D</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Additional Time If Cataylic Converter Must Be Removed - Not To be Used With Operation A Or B</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>Refer To SLTS Manual</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
DEALER CODING

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 border=1><TBODY><TR><TH align=middle>BASIC PART NO.</TH><TH align=middle>CONDITION CODE</TH></TR><TR><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=middle>7902</TD><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=middle>49</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
OASIS CODES:

501000, 502000, 504000, 610000, 703000, 703200, 703300

[Canadasvt]

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 width="96%" border=3><TBODY><TR><TD bgColor=#0000ff colSpan=2>http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/auxf/~WT/USENIE/1527/adobe.gif Printable View (225 KB) (http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/content/~WT/~MUS~LEN/3588/tsb06-14-04.pdf) </TD></TR><TR><TD class=VERTCENT align=middle width="25%" bgColor=#ffffff>TSB
06-14-4
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MERCON ATF IS BEING REPLACED BY MERCON V ATF AS A SERVICE FLUID.
</TD></TR><TR><TD bgColor=#0000ff colSpan=2>Publication Date: June 29, 2006</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=230>LINCOLN:
</TD><TD>1980-1997 Town Car</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>


This article supersedes TSB 01-15-7 to update the vehicle application chart. ISSUE:

MERCON® Automatic Transmission Fluid is being replaced by MERCON® V as a service fluid.
ACTION:

Beginning immediately all automatic transmission / transaxle applications requiring MERCON® can now be serviced using MERCON® V or MERCON® Automatic Transmission Fluid or dual usage fluids labeled MERCON® / MERCON® V. After July 1, 2007, MERCON® Automatic Transmission Fluid will no longer be manufactured, therefore, availability of this fluid will only continue for however long it takes to deplete what remains in inventory.
SERVICE PROCEDURE




Service automatic transmissions requiring MERCON® with MERCON® V or MERCON® Automatic Transmission Fluid or dual usage fluids labeled MERCON® / MERCON® V
For proper fluid application on current and past model vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions / transaxles refer to the fluid usage chart. (Figure 1)
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD>http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/auxf/~WT/USENIE/3035/tsbcaut.gif</TD><TD width=100>CAUTION:</TD><TD>AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS / TRANSAXLES THAT REQUIRE MERCON® V SHOULD STILL ONLY USE MERCON® V OR DUAL USAGE FLUID LABELED MERCON® / MERCON® V.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD>http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/auxf/~WT/USENIE/3035/tsbcaut.gif</TD><TD width=100>CAUTION:</TD><TD>MERCON® SP, MOTORCRAFT PREMIUM AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID AND MOTORCRAFT M5 ATFS ARE UNIQUE FLUIDS AND MUST BE USED IN APPLICATIONS RECOMMENDING THAT PARTICULAR FLUID. USE OF ANY OTHER FLUID MAY CAUSE REDUCED FUNCTIONALITY OR TRANSMISSION DAMAGE.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD>http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/auxf/~WT/USENIE/3035/tsbcaut.gif</TD><TD width=100>CAUTION:</TD><TD>THE FUNCTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS OF FLUIDS FOR CVT TRANSMISSIONS ARE VERY DIFFERENT THAN THOSE OF OTHER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDS (ATFS). USE OF A FLUID OTHER THAN MOTORCRAFT CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE CHAIN TYPE TRANSMISSION FLUID OR ONE LABELED AS MEETING MERCON® C WILL CAUSE FUNCTIONALITY CONCERNS AND INTERNAL TRANSMISSION DAMAGE. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD>http://www.fordtechservice.dealerconn ection.com/pubs/auxf/~WT/USENIE/3035/tsbcaut.gif</TD><TD width=100>CAUTION:</TD><TD>DO NOT USE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID SUPPLEMENTS, ADDITIVES, TREATMENTS OR CLEANING AGENTS.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 border=1><TBODY><TR><TH align=middle>PART NUMBER</TH><TH align=middle>PART NAME</TH></TR><TR><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>XT-2-QDX</TD><TD class=NOBOTTOMBORDER align=left>MERCON® (Quart)</TD></TR><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>XT-2-DDX</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>MERCON® (55 Gal. Drum)</TD></TR><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>XT-5-QM</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>MERCON® V (Quart)</TD></TR><TR><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>XT-5-DM</TD><TD class=NOBORDER align=left>MERCON® V (55 Gal. Drum)</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
WARRANTY STATUS:

Information Only


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[Canadasvt]

Sorry for all the separate posts, but the MM.net will only allow me to post 10000 characters at once. Hope this helps.

[ckadiddle]

Dang....ask and ye shall receive! :)

[thePunisher]

disconnect the egr valve and that car will ping into oblivion! the egr valve is not there for fuel mileage..its there for cooling of the combustion chambers at part throttle which in turn reduces nox emissions. besides it sounds like you got either a convertor shudder or a misfire.