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2005 Ford FREESTAR
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 1

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1–44 of 44, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jan 1, 2004–Sep 21, 2016.

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Sep 21, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 46085

NHTSA communication ID: 10109070

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading these PIDs and cannot display quickly enough to validate a concern. The PCM automatically monitors these inputs more accurately and will set diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) when appropriate. Using these PIDs for diagnostics will lead to inaccurate results and improper ETB replacements. If a concern is intermittent and no DTCs are present, refer to historical DTCs and the PC/ED, Section 3 No DTCs Present Index chart for further information.

Source components: ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE.

Source record 10109070 at NHTSA
Apr 21, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB160069

NHTSA communication ID: 10205034

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Safety recall 13S01 - Corrosion on sheet metal that supports 3rd row seat latch strikeers - requests for recall service action

Source components: SEATS · SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10205034 at NHTSA
Apr 21, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16-0069

NHTSA communication ID: 10183770

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

For 2004-2007 Freestar or Monterey vehicles Safety Recall 13S01 has been issued for vehicles that are operated in high corrosion areas for an extended period, where the sheet metal that supports the folding 3rd row seat latch strikers could experience corrosion and may compromise the mounting point for the forward portion of the 3rd row seat. Initially, this condition may result in seat movement when passengers sit on or put weight on the seat, or difficulty latching the front of the seat when in its seating position. If corrosion is severe, the seat latch strikers may become detached from the vehicle. The seat belts and the permanent mounting attachment at the rear of the seat are unaffected.

Source components: SEATS.

Source record 10183770 at NHTSA
Sep 9, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-14-0166

NHTSA communication ID: 10058103

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FORD/MERCURY: SAFETY RECALL REGARDING SHEET METAL SUPPORT FOR FOLDING 3RD ROW SEAT LATCH STRIKERS CAN EXPERIENCE CORROSION AND WILL COMPROMISE MOUNTING POINT CAUSING SEAT TO MOVE. MODEL 2004-07 FREESTAR, MONTEREY. *PE

Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · SEATS.

Source record 10058103 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2006Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

19004

NHTSA communication ID: 10019067

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR CLIMATE CONTROL NOISES - SERVICE TIP. *TT

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10019067 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18834

NHTSA communication ID: 10018071

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B2296 - SERVICE TIP. *TT

Source components: AIR BAGS.

Source record 10018071 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18730

NHTSA communication ID: 10017862

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

VEHICLES WITH A CVT TRANSAXLE, MAY EXHIBIT A FLUID LEAK FROM THE TRANSAXLE OIL PAN AREA. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10017862 at NHTSA
Jun 7, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

042421

NHTSA communication ID: 10014138

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT

Source components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR.

Source record 10014138 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04147

NHTSA communication ID: 10017923

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SERVICE WIRING HARNESS REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES - SERVICE TIPS. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.

Source record 10017923 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18520

NHTSA communication ID: 10014704

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

STEERING WHEEL. *EH

Source components: STEERING.

Source record 10014704 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18448

NHTSA communication ID: 10014636

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

INABILITY TO PLAY HOME MADE CD ON SINGLE CD AUDIO SYSTEM WITHOUT MP3 CAPABILITY. *EH

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..

Source record 10014636 at NHTSA
Feb 21, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

05310

NHTSA communication ID: 10012954

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SAFETY BELT WEB STOP BUTTON SERVICE. *EH

Source components: SEAT BELTS.

Source record 10012954 at NHTSA
Feb 21, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0531

NHTSA communication ID: 10012947

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

MAF DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIP - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH EGR SYSTEM MODULE (ESM). *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10012947 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

052510

NHTSA communication ID: 10019009

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ABS LIGHT ON AND DTCS C1175/C1236, C1165/C1235 - REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR. *TT

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT.

Source record 10019009 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0598

NHTSA communication ID: 10017552

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

A BROKEN OUTER C/V JOINT ON VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 5/1/2005. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT.

Source record 10017552 at NHTSA
Dec 31, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

042616

NHTSA communication ID: 10014310

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

WELD BONDING PROCEDURE. *TT

Source components: STRUCTURE.

Source record 10014310 at NHTSA
Dec 31, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

042610

NHTSA communication ID: 10014279

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR BRAKE LINING ACCELERATED WEAR. *TT

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS.

Source record 10014279 at NHTSA
Dec 27, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

042510

NHTSA communication ID: 10014261

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

POWER SLIDING DOORS AND POWER LIFTGATE INOPERATIVE WHEN USING THE OVERHEAD CONSOLE AND/OR REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER OPEN/CLOSE BUTTONS - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C1999. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10014261 at NHTSA
Dec 27, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04136

NHTSA communication ID: 10009320

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1342 (RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) FAULT. *TT UPDATE. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10009320 at NHTSA
Dec 13, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

042107

NHTSA communication ID: 10014086

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).

Source record 10014086 at NHTSA
Dec 13, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04189

NHTSA communication ID: 10014062

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT

Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW.

Source record 10014062 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18340

NHTSA communication ID: 10014607

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DTC U1262 AND OR U1135. *EH

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10014607 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18335

NHTSA communication ID: 10014604

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DTC U1130. *EH

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10014604 at NHTSA
Nov 15, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04231

NHTSA communication ID: 10013405

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TRACTION CONTROL ABS AND PARK BRAKE LAMP FLICKER FLASH ILLUMINATE. *EH

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT.

Source record 10013405 at NHTSA
Nov 15, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04229

NHTSA communication ID: 10013404

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ACCESS DOOR WRAPED OR BREAKING OFF FROM THE UNDERSIDE OF THE STEERING WHEEL SHROD. *EH

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.

Source record 10013404 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18274

NHTSA communication ID: 10013417

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TRACTION CONTROL ABS AND PARK BRAKE LAMP. FLICKER FLASH ILLUMINATE. *EH

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT.

Source record 10013417 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

042117

NHTSA communication ID: 10013390

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

3RD ROW SEAT STRAP BREAKING. *EH

Source components: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10013390 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04217

NHTSA communication ID: 10013369

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).

Source record 10013369 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18246

NHTSA communication ID: 10010741

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ACCELERATED REAR BRAKE WEAR. OASIS. *TT

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.

Source record 10010741 at NHTSA
Sep 6, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

041512

NHTSA communication ID: 10011157

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

4F50N TRANSAXLE NO 1-2 UPSHIFT AND DIAGNOSITC TROUBLE CODE P0732. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10011157 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18135

NHTSA communication ID: 10011336

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

3RD ROW SEAT STRAP BREAKING (STRAP USED FOR STOWING OR ACCESSING THE REAR SEAT). *TT

Source components: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10011336 at NHTSA
Aug 9, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

041514

NHTSA communication ID: 10011159

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT

Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT.

Source record 10011159 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15679

NHTSA communication ID: 636308

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SLIDING DOOR(S) CONTACTING THE REAR QUARTER GLASS. *TT THIS INFORMATION UPDATES PREVIOUS INFORMATION, DATED 03/01/2002. *TT

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.

Source record 636308 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17358

NHTSA communication ID: 10008183

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

GROAN/BUZZ/VIBRATION WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR IS IN PARK WITH THE VEHICLE PARKED ON AN INCLINE. *TT THIS BULLETIN UPDATES PREVIOUS BULLETIN 17358, DATED 11/01/2003 TO INCLUDE 2005 MODELS. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10008183 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17277

NHTSA communication ID: 10004921

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BEEPING SOUND FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WHEN DRIVING AT/OVER 75 MPH, TRACTION CONTROL OFF INDICATOR ILLUMINATE WHEN VEHICLE IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH TRACTION CONTROL, AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B2477 (MODULE CONFIGURATION FAILURE) STORED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MODULE (ICM). *TT THIS INFORMATION DATED 10/01/2003 HAS BEEN UPDATED TO INCLUDE 2005 MONTEREY. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10004921 at NHTSA
Jul 12, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

031501

NHTSA communication ID: 10009321

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

INOPERATIVE ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (HEATED BACKLITE) GRID LINES, INTEGRAL ANTENNA CONCERNS. *TT

Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT.

Source record 10009321 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04148

NHTSA communication ID: 10009328

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FRONT BLOWER MOTOR WHISTLE NOISE. *TT

Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR.

Source record 10009328 at NHTSA
Not reportedService Bulletin/Repair Instructions

071011

NHTSA communication ID: 10021907

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ADVANCED TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM - SHORT DURATION ACTIVATION. *KB

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10021907 at NHTSA
Not reportedService Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0712

NHTSA communication ID: 10021217

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

POWER STEERING HOSE LEAK NEAR COOLER EXTREME COLD CLIMATE AREAS ONLY -4 DEGREES AND COOLER. *KB

Source components: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS.

Source record 10021217 at NHTSA
Not reportedService Bulletin/Repair Instructions

06218

NHTSA communication ID: 10020701

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ADVANCED TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM - DURATION ACTIVATION. *KB

Source components: STEERING.

Source record 10020701 at NHTSA
Not reportedService Bulletin/Repair Instructions

05617

NHTSA communication ID: 10017893

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TRACTION CONTROL LAMP - ABS LAMP - ABS SELF ACTIVATION WITH DTC C1288. *TT UPDATED 11/8/07. *NJ

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT.

Source record 10017893 at NHTSA
Not reportedService Bulletin/Repair Instructions

050920

NHTSA communication ID: 10016816

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

STEERING WHEEL AND OR VEHICLE VIBRATION-VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GOODYEAR INTERGRITY 16 INCH TIRES ONLY. *SC

Source components: TIRES.

Source record 10016816 at NHTSA
Not reportedService Bulletin/Repair Instructions

05145

NHTSA communication ID: 10016808

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ERRATIC FLUID LEVEL READING ON TRANSAXLE DIPSTICK-LEAKS-4F50N, AX4N, AX4S TRANSAXLE. *SC

Source components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE.

Source record 10016808 at NHTSA
Not reportedService Bulletin/Repair Instructions

051115

NHTSA communication ID: 10016806

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

DTCS P0760 AND P0763-4F50N TRANSAXLE-VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 3/15/2005. THIS MAY BE DUE TO A SHORTED TRANSAXLE INTERNAL HARNESS, CAUSED BY A SHARP EDGE ON THE INSIDE OF THE SIDE COVER CASTING. *SC

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10016806 at NHTSA