Recall - Emissions Control System Modifications: Overview

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RECALL NUMBER

88E71

Date: Dec., 1988

To: All California Ford and Lincoln-Mercury Dealers

Subject: Emissions Recall 88E71 - Recall of Certain 1985 and 1986-Model 1.9 Liter Engine-Equipped Escort and Lynx Vehicles for Emission Control System Modifications

VEHICLES INVOLVED

All 1985 and 1986-Model Escort and Lynx vehicles manufactured at the Edison, Oakville and Wayne Assembly Plants equipped with the following 1.9L engine calibration codes:

Calibration Codes

6-07S-R12 (1985)
6-07S-R12 (1986)
6-08S-R16 (1985)
6-08S-R20 (1985)

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.

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).

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.

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

SPECIAL DECAL INSTRUCTIONS

All of the vehicles serviced under this recall will require a new Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) decal. Decals will be mailed directly to the owners of the affected vehicles. Each decal will have the vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle printed on it.

If an owner returns a vehicle for service without the required decal, order the decal using the postcard provided with the Replacement Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) decal program. Decal part numbers are shown in the Attachment I, "Technical Instructions".

PARTS ORDERING

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

Service Part
Number Description Class Dealer Price

Vacuum Delay Valves:
D3AZ-12A091-A - # 10, Yellow/Black AG $4.61
D30Z-12A091-B - # 30, Orange/Black B 3.39

Straight Vacuum Line
Connectors:
383004-S - 3/16" x 1/4" BG 0.52 a/
383003-S - 3/16" x 3/16" AG 0 32 b/

D0PZ-12226-B Vacuum Hose, 5/32" ID
- 3-Inch Length AG 0.08 c/

EGR Orifice Connector
E4FZ-9F485-D - 7.0 mm Red C 5.49 d/

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

a/ Based on $5.23, Package of 10.
b/ Based on $1.60, Package of 5.
c/ Based on $16.43, 50-Foot Roll.
d/ Based on $10.97, Package of 2.

LABOR TIMES

Base Labor Time

Modify The Emissions Control System, Attach Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) and Authorized Modifications Decals

Calibration Code 6-07S-R12, Kit Code A or B. . . . . . . . . 0.7 Hrs. Insert in Box "B" of Form 1864
Calibration Code 6-08S-R16, Kit Code C . . . . . . . . . . . 0.5 Hrs. Insert in Box "B" of Form 1864
Calibration Code 6-08S-R20, Kit Code D . . . . . . . . . . . 0.5 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.
FPSD ASSISTANCE
Any problems encountered with this recall should be discussed with your FPSD Service Zone Manager.