1987 FORD RANGER Recalls (5)

Campaign:: 87V070000 on 05/25/1987
Component:: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:: 07/31/1986 - 08/31/1986
Affected:: 17,420
Defect:: Stickers concerning handling and maneuverability which are affixed to drivers sun visor sleeves do not meet criteria for permanent adhesion.
Consequence:: Vehicles do not meet formats specified by parts 573 and579 of 49cfr.
Correction:: Owners will be mailed new sun visor sleeves with all applicable decal information permanently affixed.
Notes:: System: utility vehicle stickers/parts 573 and 579.vehicle description: multi purpose 4 x 4 passenger.
Campaign:: 87V075000 on 05/28/1987
Component:: Seat belts:front:anchorage
Manufactured:: 12/31/1986 - 01/31/1987
Affected:: 13,430
Defect:: The buckle portion of the seat belt assembly may not have been properly anchored to the floor.
Consequence:: If this condition exists, the seat belt assembly wouldnot withstand a substantial impact load and would be a potential for personalinjury.
Correction:: Inspect and make proper installation of seat belt and buckle anchor bolts, if necessary.
Notes:: System: seat belt anchorage.vehicle description: pickup trucks.
Campaign:: 87V139000 on 09/08/1987
Component:: Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:: 06/30/1985 - 07/31/1987
Affected:: 3,600,000
Defect:: Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.
Consequence:: Coupling could disengage due to fuel pressure,vibration, and engine movements; this would cause loss of fuel which, inpresence of an ignition source, creates a fire risk.
Correction:: Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.
Notes:: System: fuel line couplingvehicle description: passenger cars and light trucks equipped with fuelinjection.
Campaign:: 87V140000 on 09/14/1987
Component:: Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts
Manufactured:: 10/31/1986 - 04/30/1987
Affected:: 1,220
Defect:: Wheel lug nut cone angles do not match lug nut seating angles.
Consequence:: Nuts could loosen in service creating potential forwheels to separate from truck.
Correction:: Repair to prevent loosening of lug nuts.
Notes:: System: wheels/lug nutsvehicle description: pickup trucks modified into bigfoot cruisers by scherertruck equipment, inc.
Campaign:: 98E010000 on 04/08/1998
Component:: Service brakes, air:disc:rotor
Affected:: 23,500
Defect:: Equipment description: aftermarket brake rotors for use on certain ford and mazda trucks. cracked castings caused cracks to appear on the outer diameter of the rotor hat or around the stud hole.
Consequence:: Loss of braking can result.
Correction:: Aimco will reimburse consumers/installers for the cost of replacement rotors and installation. consumers are requested to return to the location where the rotors were originally purchased/installed for replacement.
Notes:: Owner notification is expected to begin during april 1998.owners who do not receive the free rotors within a reasonable time should contact aimco at 815-759-7935.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

1987 FORD RANGER TSBs (21)

Bulletin:: 95212
Component:: 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:: the use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. if petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par
Bulletin:: 96246
Component:: 114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:: Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw
Bulletin:: 96249
Component:: 103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:: Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:: 96221
Component:: 131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:: Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw
Bulletin:: 962612
Component:: 103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:: Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:: 9747
Component:: 160000 structure
Summary:: Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips. *jd
Bulletin:: 97511
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
Bulletin:: 985A13
Component:: 034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:: The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc
Bulletin:: 985A36
Component:: 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:: A grabbing and/or sticking condition during the first few brake applications when the brakes are cold or in the morning after an overnight rain may occur on some vehicles. *yc
Bulletin:: 9888
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
Bulletin:: 9864
Component:: 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:: Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
Bulletin:: 98246
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
Bulletin:: 98112
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Subject regarding a new service center support that uses a thrust bearing (#3 and #4) in place of thrust washers has been released. *tt
Bulletin:: 99222
Component:: 114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:: Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
Bulletin:: 99183
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure. *tt
Bulletin:: 99196
Component:: 353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:: Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt
Bulletin:: 0015
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:: 99152
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
Bulletin:: 002310
Component:: 103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:: Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt
Bulletin:: 01156
Component:: 138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:: Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
Bulletin:: 01157
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc

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