F 150 2WD Pickup V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (1998)
Technical Service Bulletin # 98-9-13
Date: 980511
Body/Frame - Water Leaks Causing Electrical Problems
Article No.
98-9-13
05/11/98
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WATER LEAKS - VARIOUS AREAS OF VEHICLE
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ELECTRICAL - ACCESSORIES FUNCTIONING
IMPROPERLY DUE TO WATER LEAKS
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LAMPS - WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED DUE TO
WATER LEAKS
LIGHT TRUCK:
1997-98 EXPEDITION, F-150, F-250 LD
1998 NAVIGATOR
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to add F-150, F-250 LD, and Navigator vehicles, and to revise the text and art accordingly.
ISSUE
Water leaks in various areas of the vehicle as identified below may be causing electrical concerns such as:
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Warning lamps illuminating, and/or
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Improper wiper operation, and/or
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Improper function of electrical accessories
The water leaks may be caused by sealer skips, unseated grommets, and/or clogged drain tubes.
ACTION
Repair the water leaks. Refer to the following Service Procedures for details on:
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Windshield Leaks
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Cowl Top Leaks
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Cowl Side-to-Door Opening Panel Leaks
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Cowl Side-to-Dash Panel Leaks
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Moon roof Leaks
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Grommets
The following procedures may include using a seam sealer for repairs. Recommended seam sealers are:
Company
Part Name
Phone Number
3M
Ultrapro Seam Sealer
(612) 733-5547 - US
Kent
Uniweld Seam Sealer
(800) 654-6333 - US
(800) 663-2800 - Canada
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 97-19-15
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
OPERATION
DESCRIPTION
TIME