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Overview of Program 91M76

TO: All Ford Dealers October, 1992

SUBJECT:
Owner Notification Program 91M76 - Probe Muffler Replacement - Additional Coverage

Oasis - No
OWNER LIST - No
PARTS RETURN - No
PROGRAM TIMING - ADDITIONAL COVERAGE - through the end of April
1993.

AFFECTED VEHICLES

All 1989 Probe vehicles, built from Job # 1 through June 15, 1989 are covered by this program.

REASONS FOR THIS PROGRAM

The outer metal wrapping on the muffler may rust and peel away from the muffler.

Severe rust may also be clearly visible on the rear face of the muffler.

The internal construction of the muffler (sound baffles) is not affected and the muffler is fully functional.

To correct this condition, dealers are to replace externally rusted and/or peeling mufflers only.

PROGRAM COVERAGE/REFUND

Certain owners of 1989 Probe vehicles will be notified of a no-charge extended muffler coverage. Coverage will be provided through the end of April 1993.

Refunds are available for customer paid muffler replacement within program coverage provisions.

INSPECTION

If inspection reveals a replacement NON-OEM muffler that is not rusted and the outer metal shell is not peeling:

^ The customer may choose to keep the aftermarket muffler and accept a refund; or

^ The customer may have a Ford service muffler installed in place of a cash refund.

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment I
- Administrative Information
- Refund Codes

Attachment II
- Labor Allowances
- Parts Ordering Information

Attachment III
- Technical Information