Description, Dealership, Technical, Parts, Labor & Reporting Information
DESCRIPTION OF CONDITION AND CORRECTION
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.
DEALERSHIP OBLIGATIONS
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. To determine if a vehicle is eligible, please use "CARES" (Computer Assisted Recall System) or "OASIS" (On-Line Automotive Service Information System).
Dealerships are obligated to perform the recall service promptly following tender of the vehicles by owners. It is important that you immediately 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 (See Attachment I) (Page 4)
Special Instructions for Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Decals
Most 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.
In the event that an owner returns a vehicle without a decal refer to the enclosed vehicle listing or Exhibit IV to determine the correct decal. Contact your FPSD District Office and provide the decal part number and the VIN.
PARTS REQUIREMENTS
Service parts required for this recall may be ordered through normal order processing channels.
Service Part
Number Description Class Dealer Price
D3DZ-12A091-B Valve, Vacuum AG $4.99
Delay
D0PZ-12226-B Hose, Vacuum AG $0.08/vehicle
5/32-Inch (3 inches required) a/
$0.14/vehicle (5 inches required) a/
383003-S Connector, Vacuum AG $1.45 (Pkg. of 5)
Service Part
Number Description Class Dealer Price
373846-S Tee, Vacuum BR $1.16
382444-S Cap, Vacuum BS $1.90 (Pkg. of 10)
Form FPS-8262 Decal, Authorized - No Charge. Available
Modifications on the Weekly stock
Order Pad (Pkg. of 25, with clear overlay).
a/ Based on $16.32 per 50 foot roll
LABOR
Base Labor Time
Modify Emission Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.4 Hr. Insert in Box "B" of Form 1864
Supplemental Labor Time (Additive to Above)
Adjust Ignition Timing (Vehicles with Kit Codes C, D, F, G, I and J). . . . 0.2 Hr.
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 OF 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. The Forms 1864 must be entered through the Direct Warranty Entry (DWE) system. Dealerships without DWE capability must submit copy number 2 of the Forms 1864 by mail. Should your dealership receive preprinted Forms 1864 with seven digit claim numbers, 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. Any problems encountered with this recall should be discussed with your FPSD Service Zone Manager.