Explorer FWD L4-2.0L Turbo (2011)
110326A
2011 Explorer: Reattach
0.3 Hr.
Valance, And Secure With
Rivets (Do Not Use With
Any Other Labor
Operations)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO.
CODE
17626
33
Disclaimer
Technical Service Bulletin # 11-3-26
Date: 110331
Body - Lower Valance Comes Loose From Front Bumper
TSB 11-3-26
03/31/11
LOWER VALANCE COMING LOOSE
FORD:
2011 Explorer
ISSUE
Some 2011 Explorer vehicles may experience the lower valance popping out of the retention clips at either end. This may be due to the valance coming
into contact with an obstacle such as a parking block, snow or sand while parking and then being popped loose when backing up.
ACTION
Follow service procedure to correct condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Reattach the valance to the lower fascia/bumper cover.
2. Drill 2, 6.3 mm (1/4") holes in each side of the lower valance panel. (Figure 1, D).
a. Use a scratch awl or center punch to indent the plastic to prevent the drill bit from walking, or use a 1.5 mm (1/16") drill bit to drill a pilot hole.
