1988 Ford Tempo Service and Repair Manual

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The 1988 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

  • GL Sedan 4-Door
  • GLS Sedan 2-Door
  • Sport Sedan 4-Door
  • LX Sedan 2-Door
  • GLS Sedan 4-Door
  • LX Sedan 4-Door
  • AWD Sedan 4-Door
  • GL Sedan 2-Door
  • Sport Sedan 2-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.3L 140Cu. In. l4 GAS OHV 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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1988 Ford Tempo Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #88V02400001/03/1988Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

TWO ATTACHMENT SCREWS FOR THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSORS COULD LOOSEN AND BACK OUT.

Consequence

IF BOTH SCREWS COME OUT, SENSORS COULD DISENGAGE FROMTHE THROTTLE SHAFT, PREVENTING RETURN

Remedy

REPLACE ATTACHMENT SCREWS WITH SCREWS WITH PRE APPLIED ADHESIVE THAT WILL BE TIGHTENED TO

TSB #623944

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC

TSB #623988

INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC

TSB #608431

INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT

TSB #601010

RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES FOR TOWING BEHIND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. *TT

TSB #612203

INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS

TSB #6090087

INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT

TSB #6089681

SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT

TSB #605564

ISSUES CONCERNING THE MALFUNCTION OF THE INDICATOR LAMP.

Showing the 8 most recent of 34 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

19980121Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTALCrash reported1 injured

AIR BAG. DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45MPH, APPROACHED AN INTERSECTION, AND WENT THROUGH WITH NOT ENOUGH TIME TO BRAKE. HIT THE SIDE OF HIS CAR, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, RESULTING IN IN

19951024Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTORCrash reported1 injured

THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT RETRACTING TO TIGHT . TT

19960611Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITIONCrash reported

CONSUMER PARKED, THE CAR CUT OFF AND CAR STARTED IT UP AND HIT A TRUCK.*AK CONSUMER STATES WHENSHE CAME OUT OF STORE SHE COULD NOT FIND HER VEHICLE, SHE STATES SOMEONE TOLD HER TH

19960611Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported

CONSUMER PARKED, THE CAR CUT OFF AND CAR STARTED IT UP AND HIT A TRUCK.*AK CONSUMER STATES WHENSHE CAME OUT OF STORE SHE COULD NOT FIND HER VEHICLE, SHE STATES SOMEONE TOLD HER TH

Showing the 4 most serious of 176 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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