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Oil Dipstick/PCV Valve - Dislodging From Engine

Article No.
99-14-6

07/12/99

^ ENGINE - 4.2L - OIL DIPSTICK AND/OR PCV VALVE
DISLODGING FROM ENGINE - VEHICLES BUILT
THROUGH 11/15/1997

^ LEAK - 4.2L ENGINE - ENGINE OIL LEAKS FROM
DIPSTICK TUBE - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 11/15/1997

FORD:
1997-1998 E-150, E-250

ISSUE
During vehicle operation in extremely cold weather, the PCV connector fitting located in the upper intake manifold may freeze from moisture in the system. If this occurs, the PCV line may become blocked pressurizing the crankcase and dislodging the oil dipstick and/or PCV valve.

ACTION
Install a secondary PCV Heater Kit (XU2Z-6A603-BA). The heater kit should reduce the possibility of the PCV connector fitting freezing. Refer to the Instruction Sheet included in the kit for details.

NUMBER PART NAME

XU2Z-6A603-BA PCV Heater Kit

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

991406A Install PCV Heater Kit 1.3 Hr.

DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
6A603 55

OASIS CODES: 401000, 499000