Recall - Emission Control System Modification
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RECALL NUMBER
88E68
Date: April, 1988
To: All Ford 49-States Dealers
Subject: Emissions Recall 88E68 - Recall of Certain 1984-Model 2.8 Liter EngineEquipped Ranger and Bronco II Trucks for Emission Control System Modifications
VEHICLES INVOLVED
All 1984-Model Ranger and Bronco II trucks manufactured at the Louisville Assembly Plant and equipped with automatic transmissions and the following 2.8L 49-States engine and calibration codes:
Calibration Codes Engine Codes
4-62D-R00 EK-902-BA
4-62D-R10 EK-902-BB
4-62D-R12 EK-902-BD
REASON FOR RECALL
Ford is voluntarily recalling the affected vehicles to help assure acceptable levels of exhaust emissions. This will be achieved by modifying the emission control system.
CARES/OASIS
To determine if a vehicle is eligible, you must utilize "CARES" (Computer Assisted Recall System) or "OASIS" (On-Line Automotive Service Information System).
VEHICLE ELIGIBILITY
The enclosed listing identifies involved units reported registered to owners in your dealership's area. Other eligible vehicles that may be brought to your dealership for this recall service should be corrected as promptly as possible. If the owner of an eligible vehicle does not have a Customer Notification and Dealer Claim Form (FCS-1864), please complete a blank Form 1864 and submit it via the Direct Warranty Entry (DWE) system for reimbursement.
DEALER OBLIGATION
Dealers are obligated to perform the recall service promptly following tender of the vehicles by the owners. It is important that you promptly report to your FPSD District Office any instance in which an owner will not allow you to complete this recall service because of objections to scheduling or for any other reason.
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS
Refer to Attachment I
PARTS ORDERING
Service parts required for this recall may be ordered through normal channels.
LABOR TIMES
Base Labor Time
Replace Carburetor Main Metering
Jets, Reset Initial Ignition
Timing and Carburetor Choke Cap
Setting and Attach an Authorized
Modifications Decal. . . . . . . 1.7 Hr. Insert in Box "B" of Form 1864
Administrative Allowance (Additive to Above)
Administrative Allowance . . . . . . . . 0.1 Hr.
The 0.1 hour administrative allowance must be added before inserting the total labor time in Box "B" of the Form 1864.
REPORTING COMPLETIONS
Only the Form 1864 will be accepted for reimbursement under this program. Upon completion of the required service, the Form 1864 must be completely filled out and signed by authorized dealer personnel.
CLAIM SUBMISSION
The claims must be entered through the Direct Warranty Entry (DWE) system. Dealers without DWE capability must mail the second copy of the Form 1864 for reimbursement. Should your dealership receive pre-printed Forms 1864 with a seven digit claim number, you must drop the first digit and enter only the last six digits. You must sight verify the claim number for accuracy. It is important that all claims be filed for all completed units so that you will be reimbursed and our records will show completion.
FPSD ASSISTANCE
Any problems encountered with this recall should be discussed with your FPSD Service Zone Manager.
Attachment I Page 1 of 1
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR RECALL 88E68
1. Set engine initial ignition timing to 6~ BTDC.
2. Locate the Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) decal. With a "Sharpie" pen mark-out the engine ignition timing specification. (The new specification is to be noted on the Authorized Modifications decal).
3. Replace carburetor main metering jets with new jets, (Part Number C3UZ-9533-D). When reinstalling carburetor bowl cover, use new bowl cover gasket, (Part Number E3TZ-9561-A).
4. Reset carburetor choke cap setting to "index". Reinstall choke cap retaining clamps using new screws, (Part Number E1AZ-9F671-A).
5. Prepare an Authorized Modifications decal (Form FPS-8262) as shown below:
Affix the decal to a flat clean surface on the radiator support.
PREPARE THE DECAL AS SHOWN. AFFIX THE DECAL TO A FLAT, CLEAN SURFACE ON THE RADIATOR SUPPORT. ORDER THE DECALS ON YOUR WEEKLY STOCK ORDER PAD. (AUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS DECAL, FORM FPS-8262).
April, 1988
Dear Owner:
REASON FOR THIS LETTER
Ford Motor Company is voluntarily recalling some 1984-model Ranger and Bronco II trucks equipped with certain 2.8 liter engines, (Emissions Recall 88E68). Our records show that you own one of these trucks. Your truck's engine may be releasing air pollutants which exceed Federal standards.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
Please contact your Ford dealer to arrange for this recall service.
WHAT THE DEALER WILL DO
The dealer will modify your truck's emission control system at no charge to you. This service should have little or no effect on your truck except to reduce the air pollutants released by the emission control system. The time required for this service is about one and one-half hours.
WHY SERVICE SHOULD BE DONE
If you do not have this service done, your emission warranty may be reduced. Also, your truck may not pass emission or smog tests that may be required in your area.
ASK YOUR DEALER
When you call your dealer for this service, ask for a computer check on the "CARES" or the "OASIS" systems to see if your truck needs other recall work. If it does, the dealer can tell you about the required service.
FORM ENCLOSED
Your truck's identification number is shown on the enclosed form. Please detach the postcard on the cover sheet of the form. Complete any of the sections that may apply to you and mail the postcard to us. Please give the rest of the form to your dealer at the time of service. If you lose the form, the dealer will still service your truck at no charge to you.
ASSISTANCE
If the dealer cannot answer any questions you have regarding this recall service, you may contact the nearest Ford Parts and Service Division District Office whose address is shown in your Owner Guide.
We regret any problem this recall may cause you. We are doing this so that you will be satisfied with your truck. We urge you to have your truck serviced promptly to maintain full coverage under the emission warranties.