2005 Ford Freestar Service and Repair Manual

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The 2005 Ford Freestar 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

  • Limited Mini Passenger Van 4-Door
  • LX Base Mini Passenger Van 4-Door
  • SE Mini Passenger Van 4-Door
  • LX Plus Mini Passenger Van 4-Door
  • S Mini Passenger Van 4-Door
  • Sport Mini Passenger Van 4-Door
  • SES Mini Passenger Van 4-Door
  • Base Mini Cargo Van 4-Door
  • SEL Mini Passenger Van 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 4.2L 256Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 3.9L 238Cu. In. V6 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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Vehicle Safety Data

2005 Ford Freestar Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #06V06900009/03/2006Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

ON CERTAIN VANS EQUIPPED WITH THE POWER LIFTGATE OPTION, THE POWER LIFTGATE MOTOR AUTOMATICALLY DISENGAGES AFTER THE LIFTGATE IS POWERED OPEN.

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A LIFTGATE STRUT MALFUNCTION, THE LIFTGATE CAN FALL FREELY WITH NO PRIOR W

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE POWER LIFTGATE MODULE TO REDUCE THE LIKELIHOOD THAT THE LIFTGAT

NHTSA #12V00600009/01/2012Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AND 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND MERCURY MONTEREY VEHICLES. THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT MAY FAIL.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION RESULTS IN A SUDDEN LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WITH NO WARNING, INCREASING THE RI

Remedy

FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER FREE OF CHARGE. TH

NHTSA #13V08100007/03/2013Component: SEATS

Ford is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Freestar and Mercury Monterey vehicles manufactured from March 24, 2003, through November 7, 2006, equipped with a third row seat and

Consequence

In the event that the vehicle is crashed into from the rear, an unlatched seat may increas

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new third row seat latch striker mountin

TSB #10205034

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

TSB #10183770

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

TSB #10109070

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

TSB #10058103

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

TSB #10021907

ADVANCED TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM - SHORT DURATION ACTIVATION. *KB

TSB #10021217

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

TSB #10020701

ADVANCED TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM - DURATION ACTIVATION. *KB

TSB #10019067

REAR CLIMATE CONTROL NOISES - SERVICE TIP. *TT

Showing the 8 most recent of 44 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20060525Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONTCrash reported3 injured

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE CONTACT AT AN ESTIMATED SPEED OF 40-45MPH. THIS RESULTED IN THE CONTACT REAR ENDING A VEHI

20060525Component: SEATSCrash reported3 injured

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE CONTACT AT AN ESTIMATED SPEED OF 40-45MPH. THIS RESULTED IN THE CONTACT REAR ENDING A VEHI

20100723Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCrash reported1 injured

-NO EVENT LEADING TO FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY I-75, VAN LOST ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. TACH WOULD SHOW ENGINE WAS REVVING, BUT NO ACCELERATION. WAS ABLE TO GET TO EMERGENCY

20090830Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCrash reported1 injured

I RETURNED HOME FROM WORK IN ORDER TO DROP OFF A FEW THINGS BEFORE CONTINUING ON TO DO SOME SHOPPING. I PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO PARK AND EXITED THE VAN LEAVING THE IGNITION ON WITH

Showing the 4 most serious of 1092 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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