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Recall - Emission Control System Modifications: Overview


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Date in Owner Letter: Same

RECALL NUMBER 88E74

Date: February, 1989

To: All Ford and Lincoln-Mercury Dealers

Subject: Emissions Recall 88E74 - Recall of Certain 49-States 1983-Model 3.8 Liter Engine-Equipped Passenger Cars for Emission Control System Modifications

IN CARES/OASIS - Yes
LISTINGS - Yes
RETURN REMOVED PARTS - NO
SPECIAL CLAIM PREPARATION - YES

VEHICLES INVOLVED

All 1983-Model 49-States Mustang, Capri, Thunderbird, Cougar, LTD and Marquis manufactured at the Dearborn, Lorain, Atlanta and Chicago Assembly Plants equipped with the following 3.8L engine calibration codes:

Calibration Codes

3-14A-R00/R04 3-14B-R00/R11 3-14C-R00/R10

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.

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.

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).

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

OWNER NOTIFICATION

Refer to Attachment II

PARTS ORDERING

Service parts required for this recall may be ordered through normal channels.

Service Part
Number Description Class Dealer Price

D3AZ-12A091-A Vacuum Delay Valve
- #10, Yellow/Black AG $4.93

382444-S Cap, Vacuum Line (3/16") BS 0.22 a/

Connectors:
383003-S - 3/16" X 3/16" AG 0.34 b/
383013-S - 3/16" - "Y" BR 0.84 c/

DOPZ-12226-B Vacuum Hose, 5/32" ID
- 2-Inch Length AG 0.06 d/
- 16-Inch Length AG 0.48 d/

E2SZ-9S514-D Motor, Choke Pulldown AM 8.37

E1AZ-9F671-A Screw, Choke Cap (3-Req'd) AG 0.40 e/

E6SZ-9C477-A Gasket, Carburetor BM 4.62

Form (FPS-8262) Decal, Authorized No-Charge. Order on
Modifications Weekly Stock Order Pad

a/ Based on $2.23, Package of 10
b/ Based on $1.69, Package of 5
c/ Based on $3.36, Package of 4
d/ Based on $16.43, 50-Foot Roll.
e/ Based on $8.01, Package of 20.

SPECIAL CLAIM FORM PREPARATION

The claim Form 1864 will not accommodate all of the part entries required for vehicle modification. Prepare each claim form as follows:

1st Line Entry

Insert part number D3DZ-12A091-A and the dealer price for that part.

2nd Line Entry

Insert "OSL" for the part number and the price totals of all of the remaining parts used for the modification. Note: There are three kits, depending on the engine calibration.

REMOVED PARTS RETURN

It is not necessary to return the removed parts. Retain the removed parts under the provisions of the Warranty and Policy Manual.

LABOR TIMES

Base Labor Time

Modify The Emissions Control System, Mark the Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) Decal and Attach an Authorized Modifications Decal

Calibration Code 3-14A-R00 or 3-14B-R00
Kit Code A . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0 Hrs. Insert in Box "B" of Form 1864
Calibration Code 3-14A-R04 or 3-14B-R11
Kit Code B . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0 Hrs. Insert in Box "B" of Form 1864
Calibration Code 3-14C-ROO or 3-14C-R10
Kit Code C . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0 Hrs. 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.

REMEMBER THAT CLAIM FORMS FOR THIS RECALL REQUIRE SPECIAL PREPARATION. SEE "SPECIAL CLAIM FORM PREPARATION" SECTION ABOVE.
FPSD ASSISTANCE
Any problems encountered with this recall should be discussed with your FPSD Service Zone Manager.