Power Steering - Assist Reduced During Humid Conditions

Article No.
98-23-2

11/23/98

STEERING - REDUCED POWER STEERING ASSIST
DURING HUMID CONDITIONS - VEHICLES BUILT
THROUGH 7/15/97

LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1995-97 CONTINENTAL

ISSUE
The Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) belt may slip in wet, humid weather conditions or while driving through puddles while turning, resulting in reduced power steering assist.

ACTION
Replace the FEAD belt. The revised belt incorporates a material change that is less susceptible to slipping in wet or humid conditions. Refer the appropriate year Continental Service Manual, Section 03-05 for replacement procedure.

PART NUMBER PART NAME

F80Z-8620-BA Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD)
Belt

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

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

982302A Replace Front End 0.5 Hr.
Accessory Drive (FEAD)
Belt

DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
8620 12

OASIS CODES: 303000, 497000, 499000