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⚠️ Optional electronic cluster on some trim levels; receives data from EEC-IV via serial link. Odometer stored in cluster; mileage transfer not possible in this era.
Anti-Lock Brake System Control Module (ABS)1.5 hr R&Rno codingwith optional ABS (1992-1994 only)
📍 engine compartment, driver side inner fender or firewall near master cylinder
⚠️ ABS optional on later Tempo models; module is read-only for codes, no programming capability. Bleeding procedure required after replacement.
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC)1.2 hr R&Rno codingwith automatic climate control (GLS/LX trims)
📍 behind center dash HVAC control panel
⚠️ Optional automatic climate control on higher trims; non-programmable module. Manual HVAC uses cable/vacuum controls with no module.
Electronic Engine Control (EEC-IV)1.2 hr R&Rno coding▸ programming details
📍 engine compartment, driver side firewall, mounted to inner fender apron
⚠️ Calibration assembly (PROM/EEPROM) must match vehicle application; transfer from old module or order correct part number. EEC-IV system standard 1984-1994.
Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor (ABDM)1.0 hr R&Rno codingwith driver airbag (1992-1994 only)▸ programming details
📍 under center console, below radio/HVAC stack
⚠️ Driver-side airbag became available 1992; module is non-programmable, code-reading only. Battery disconnect and 10-minute wait mandatory before removal.
Electronic Automatic Transmission Control (EATX)no codingautomatic transmission (AXOD/AXOD-E/AX4S)
📍 integrated with EEC-IV processor; no separate module
⚠️ Transmission control integrated into EEC-IV module; no standalone TCM. Solenoid pack in transmission is non-programmable.
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
No maintenance entries for this vehicle.
🌧️ Wiper Blades
1994
20″
Driver side
18″
Passenger side
Attachmenthook
📝 Sedan body style, no rear wiper. Final model year for Tempo
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN · 97V019000
1997-02-25 · PE96033
THESE VEHICLES ARE ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, IOWA, MINNESOTA, NEBRASKA, NORTH DAKOTA, AND SOUTH DAKOTA. THE VEHICLES INVOLVED ARE 1992-1994 TEMPO/TOPAZ VEHICLES WITH 3.0L ENGINES; 1994 TEMPO/TOPAZ WITH 2.3L ENGINES; 1992-1995 TAURUS/SABLE WITH 3.8L ENGINES; 1994-1995 TAURUS/SABLE WITH 3.0L ENGINES AND 1992-1994 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL VEHICLES WITH 3.8L ENGINES. DURING HIGH WINDS, HEAVY, BLOWING AND DRIFTING SNOW, AND LOW TEMPERATURES, THE ENGINE COOLING FAN CAN BECOME BLOCKED OR FROZEN WITH SNOW. THE FAN MOTOR MAY NOT ROTATE AND COULD OVERHEAT.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE SMOKE OR FLAMES FROM THE FAN AND/OR SHROUD, THE FAN ELECTRICAL WIRING, OR THE FAN MOTOR RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ELECTRICAL JUMPER HARNESS CONTAINING AN AUTOMATIC RESETTING CIRCUIT BREAKER TO PROTECT THE FAN MOTOR LOW SPEED CIRCUITRY FROM OVERHEATING.
Consumer specs haven't been compiled for this vehicle yet.
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