THE UNEXPECTED OPEN THROTTLE CAUSES AN INCREASE IN ENGINE SPEED WHICH COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE CAR AND A POTENTIAL CRASH.
Remedy
REPLACE ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROL PROCESSOR, IF NECESSARY.
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1985 Ford Tempo Service and Repair Manual
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The 1985 Ford Tempo service and repair manual is a detailed, OEM-style reference for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work. Use it to verify procedures, specifications, and system information before you start a job.
You'll find coverage across key vehicle systems with clear section structure, including wiring diagrams and powertrain, braking, steering, suspension, HVAC, and electrical topics. Digital format makes it easy to search while you work.
Trims covered
- Base Sedan 2-Door
- GL Sedan 4-Door
- GLX Sedan 4-Door
- Base Sedan 4-Door
- L Sedan 4-Door
- LX Sedan 2-Door
- GLX Sedan 2-Door
- LX Sedan 4-Door
- GL Sedan 2-Door
Engines covered
- 2.0L 1989CC 122Cu. In. l4 DIESEL SOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 2.3L 140Cu. In. l4 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
- 2.3L 140Cu. In. l4 GAS Naturally Aspirated
Index / Table of contents
- Body
- Brakes
- Chassis Electrical
- Driveline
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance & Emission Controls
- Fuel System
- General Information & Identification
- Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
- Wiring Diagrams
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1985 Ford Tempo Recalls & Complaints
REAR SUPENSION CONTROL ARM-TO-SPINDLE ATTACHMENT BOLTS MAY BE SUBJECT TO FRACTURE CAUSING THE REAR SPINDLE TO SEPARATE DURING USE OF CAR.
Remedy
REPLACE REAR SUSPENSION BOLTS AS NECESSARY.
REAR SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM-TO-SPINDLE ATTACHMENT BOLTS MAY BE SUBJECT TO FRACTURE DURING USE OF CAR.
Remedy
REPLACE REAR SUSPENSION BOLTS AS NECESSARY.
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC
INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC
INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT
INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS
INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT
SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT
FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC
A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC
Showing the 8 most recent of 21 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
BRIDGESTONE TIRES P175 80 R13 DON'T HAVE GOOD TRACTION AROUND TURNS, SLIDES, AND MAKES SQUEALING NOISES. *SLC
CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT AND AIRBAG HAD NO DEPLOYMENT, CAUSING INJURY TO CONSUMER. *SLC
VEHICLE HIT A GUARDRAIL AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY BUT IT MADE THE SENORS COME ON AND THEY WILL NOT GO OFF. *AK
STEERING WHEEL WELDS BROKE WHILE TURNING A CORNER, LOST CONTROL, IMPACT 11:00 POSITION, SPEED 20MPH. *AK
Showing the 4 most serious of 40 complaints filed with NHTSA.
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