Recall - Catalytic Convertor and Y-Pipe Replacement
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RECALL NUMBER 88E73
Date April, 1989
To: All California Ford and Lincoln-Mercury Dealers
Subject: Emissions Recall 88E73 - Recall of Certain 1985 and 1986-Model California 3.8 Liter Engine Equipped Vehicles for Exhaust System Catalytic Convertor and Y-Pipe Assembly Replacement
VEHICLES All 1985 and 1986-Model California Mustang, Capri, Thunderbird, Cougar,
INVOLVED LTD and Marquis cars manufactured at the Atlanta, Chicago, Dearborn and
Lorain Assembly Plants and equipped with one of the following 3.8L California engine and calibration codes:
Model Year Calibration Codes
1985 4-16N-R10
4-16P-R10
5-16N-R05/RO6/RO7/R11
5-16P-R05/R10
5-16S-R00/R10
1986 5-16N-R11
5-16P-R10
REASON Ford is voluntarily recalling the affected vehicles to help assure
FOR RECALL acceptable levels of exhaust emissions. This will be achieved by
replacing the exhaust system catalytic convertors and Y-pipe assemblies.
VEHICLE The enclosed listing identifies involved units reported registered to
ELIGIBILITY 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 Dealers are obligated to perform the recall service promptly following
OBLIGATION tender of the vehicles by the owners. It is important that you 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 Refer to Exhibit 1.
INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS Service parts required for this recall may be ordered through normal order
ORDERING processing channels.
Service Part
Number Description Class Dealer Price
E9ZZ-5F250-A Catalyst and Y-Pipe Assembly WC $263.18
(Order for 1985 or 1986-Model
Mustang/Capri where the existing
part prefix is 1985-Model)
I. E8SZ-5F250-A Catalyst and Y-Pipe Assembly WC 123.67
(Order for remaining applications
where the existing part prefix is
1985 or 1986-Model)
D50Z-5B266-B Gasket AG 1.73 a/
389089-S2 Bolt (2-Req'd) S 0.92 b/
387255-S2 Nut (2-Req'd) RS 1.60 c/
II. E3FZ-5A231-C Air Tube Clamp BM 2.31 d/
N800064-S2 Stud (4-Req'd) BM 5.34 e/
387039-S7 Nut (4-Req'd) BR 2.86 (Pkg. of 4)
55914-S2 Screw (5-Req'd) BG 1.28 f/
Form (FPS-8262) Decal Authorized -- No-charge. Order as you
Modifications would any service part.
a/ Based on $5.19/pkg of 3
b/ Based on $1.83/pkg of 4
c/ Based on $3.18/pkg of 4
d/ Based on $4.62/pkg of 2
e/ Based on $2.67/pkg of 2
f/ Based on $3.85/pkg of 15
SPECIAL CLAIM The claim Form 1864 will not accommodate all of the parts required for
PREPARATION vehicle modification. Prepare claim forms as follows:
INSTRUCTIONS
1st Line Entry (See I Above)
Insert the appropriate catalyst and Y-pipe assembly part number and dealer price.
2nd Line Entry (See II Above)
Insert "OSP" for part number and price totals for remaining parts used for modification.
RETURN PARTS Return all removed catalytic convertor parts. Refer to Warranty and
Policy Manual, Section 7.0-7.
LABOR Base Labor Time
TIMES Replace the Exhaust System
Catalytic Converter and
Y-Pipe Assembly, and Attach
Authorized Modifications
Decal 1.1 Hr. Insert in Box
"B" of Form 1864
Administrative Allowance Time (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 Only the Form 1864 will be accepted for reimbursement under this program.
COMPLETIONS Upon completion of the required service, the Form 1864 must be completely
filled out and signed by authorized dealer personnel.
CLAIM The claims must be entered through the Direct Warranty Entry (DWE) system.
SUBMISSION 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 PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS" SECTION ABOVE.
FPSD Any problems encountered with this recall should be discussed with your
ASSISTANCE FPSD Service Zone Manager.
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR EMISSIONS RECALL 88E73
REPLACING THE EXHAUST SYSTEM CATALYTIC CONVERTOR AND Y-PIPE ASSEMBLY
Replace the existing exhaust system catalytic convertor and Y-pipe assembly. See the attaching parts listed in the "Parts Ordering" section of the dealer letter and the following table:
EXHAUST SYSTEM CATALYTIC CONVERTOR AND Y-PIPE ASSEMBLY CONVERSION CHART (BASE PART NUMBER -5F250-)
Assembly Part Number
Application Model-Year Existing Replacement
Thunderbird/Cougar/ 1985 and 1986 1985 or 1986-Model Prefix E8SZ-A
LTD/Marquis
Mustang/Capri 1985 a/ 1985-Model Prefix E9ZZ-A
Mustang/Capri 1986 a/ 1985-Model Prefix E9ZZ-A
1985 or 1986-Model Prefix E8SZ-A
a/ In 1986-model, some Mustang/Capri vehicles
were built with 1985-model prefix parts. Verify the part number stamped on the part and order.
AUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS DECAL
PREPARE THE DECAL AS SHOWN. AFFIX THE DECAL TO A FLAT, CLEAN SURFACE ON THE RADIATOR SUPPORT. ORDER THE DECALS AS YOU WOULD ANY SERVICE PART. (AUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS DECAL, FORM FPS-8262).
April, 1989
Dear Owner:
REASON FOR Ford Motor Company is voluntarily recalling (Emissions Recall 88E73)
THIS LETTER some 1985 and 1986-model cars equipped with certain 3.8 liter en-
gines. Our records show that you own one of these cars. Your car's
engine may be releasing air pollutants which exceed California
standards.
WHAT YOU Please telephone your Ford or Lincoln-mercury dealer in your area to
SHOULD DO assure that parts are available at the dealership and to arrange for
this recall service.
WHAT THE The dealer will install a new catalyst, which is part of the exhaust
DEALER system, at no charge to you. This service should have little or no
WILL DO effect on your car except to reduce the air pollutants released by
the emissions control system. The time required for this service is about one hour.
WHY SERVICE If you do not have this service done, your emissions warranty may
SHOULD BE be reduced. Also, your car may not pass emissions or smog tests that
DONE may be required in your area.
ASK YOUR When you call your dealer for this service, ask for a computer
DEALER check on the "CARES" or the "OASIS" systems to see if your car
needs other recall work. If it does, the dealer can tell you about the required service.
FORM Your car's identification number is shown on the enclosed form.
ENCLOSED 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 car 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 car. We urge you to have your car serviced promptly to maintain full coverage under the emission warranties.