1970 FORD FORD TRUCK Recalls (2)

Campaign:

70V135000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder

Affected:

25,300

Notes:

Possibility that cover on dual hy- draulic brake master cylinder res- ervoirmay become distorted due to excessive tightening of attach- ment bolt.couldcause brake fluid to leak from under cover, resulting in reduced brakeefficiency.(cor- rect by replacing with new im- proved type cover.)

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Campaign:

81V008000 on 02/11/1981

Component:

Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)

Manufactured:

08/31/1969 - 07/31/1980

Affected:

21,000,000

Defect:

This is a manufacturer"s notice to advise owners of proper vehicle operation. the parking gear may not be securely engaged after the operator has attempted to shift to park. the vehicle may appear to be in park though actually in reverse. this could allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly.

Correction:

Owners will be provided with a self-sticking label containing important safety precautions as a daily reminder of the serious hazards of unexpected vehicle motion. it should be placed inside the vehicle in an easily seen location.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks equipped with fmx,c-3, c-4, c-6, or jatco automatic transmissions.system: power train; automatic transmission.consequences of defect: unexpected vehicle movement may result in accident,injury or death, especially to persons in the path of the vehicle.note: drivers should observe these steps: 1) make certain gear lever is engagedin park, 2) set parking brake fully, and 3) shut off ignition.

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