Steering - Hydraulic Type Noise From Engine Compartment
TSB 05-12-1006/27/05
HYDRAULIC TYPE NOISE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING
FORD:
2005 Five Hundred, Freestyle
MERCURY:
2005 Montego
ISSUE
Some 2005 Freestyle, Five Hundred and Montego vehicles built from 3/21/2005 through 4/11/2005, may exhibit a hydraulic type noise coming from the engine compartment with the engine running.
ACTION
Attempt to change or eliminate the noise by moving the power steering return hose, or by removing the accessory drive belt. If the noise changes when the return hose is moved, or is eliminated with the accessory belt removed, replace the power steering return hose. If the noise does not change, or is not eliminated, continue with normal diagnostics.
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
051210A 2005 Freestyle/Five 1.0 Hr.
Hundred/Montego: Replace
The Power Steering Return
Hose Includes Time To
Perform Diagnosis In TSB
(Do Not Use With 3713A)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
3A713 42
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