1989 FORD E350 Recalls (3)

Campaign:
89V062000 on 04/24/1989
Component:
Electrical system:wiring
Manufactured:
12/31/1982 - 01/31/1989
Affected:
228
Defect:
Nylon ties that support the main wiring harness to the chassis could wear and break due to excessive vibration. thus, wiring harness could fall on engine components and short circuit.
Consequence:
This could cause loss of electrical system which couldresult in an underhood fire.
Correction:
Install retrofit rit of plastic-coated metal clamps, loom for positive battery cables and re-route wiring.
Notes:
System: electrical wiring/harness.vehicle description: type ii and iii ambulances built on ford chassis.
Campaign:
90V101000 on 06/13/1990
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Affected:
111,000
Defect:
Under certain conditions, the snap ring that locates the park gear on the output shaft of the transmission may fracture.
Consequence:
When the gear is placed in park, the park gear would notengage, allowing the truck to roll freely if the parking brake is not properlyset. this could result in an accident.
Correction:
Install improved snap ring and revised transmission extension housing.
Notes:
System: park gear snap ring.vehicle description: 4 x 2 light trucks and vans equipped with one-piecedriveshaft and an e40d transmission.
Campaign:
91V146000 on 09/29/1991
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank:selector devices
Manufactured:
01/31/1989 - 01/31/1991
Affected:
350,000
Defect:
The dual fuel tank selector valve may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks, resulting in an overflow of fuel past the filler cap.
Consequence:
The overflow of fuel past the filler cap causes a fuelleakage, which can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
Correction:
Replace the dual fuel tank selector valve.
Notes:
System: fuel tank, auxilliary.vehicle description: vans and light trucks with dual fuel tanks produced in thefollowing periods: f150, f250, and f350 light trucks built between february 28,1989 and july, 1989; econoline built between february 28, 1989 andfebruary 11, 1991.note: ford has agreed to recall these vehicles but parts are not yet available.parts will be available in december 1991. you will receive a letter from fordadvising you when to schedule an appointment with your dealer to have the recallwork performed. in the mean time, you can take the following precautions:fill each tank to only 1/3 full.if your vehicle leaks fuel or if you smell fuel, stop using the vehicle andcall ford at (313) 446-4654 and advise them of your problem. refer to fordsafety recall number 91s39. an operator will take your name and telephonenumber. a ford representative will call you back.

1989 FORD E350 TSBs (7)

Bulletin:
95524
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
there may be a concern of poor performance, coolant in the oil and engine knocking and/or hydraulic lock on some vehicles. *tw
Bulletin:
951113
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
delayed forward engagement and/or heat stained forward clutch plates after installing center support service. *tw
Bulletin:
BC2893950401
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
97215
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Diagnostic guides for out-of-warranty vehicles to be used as a master copy - diagnostic guides no longer available from adistra. *tw
Bulletin:
985A29
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit excessive brake pedal travel, irregular front lining wear, and brake pull. *yc
Bulletin:
985A38
Component:
034510 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Summary:
Front caliper piston boots damaged. *yc
Bulletin:
985A12
Component:
354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
Summary:
Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles. *tt

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