F 350 4WD Pickup V8-351 5.8L VIN H EFI (1997)
Air Duct: All Technical Service Bulletins
Defroster - Poor Performance
Article No.
98-3-18
02/16/98
DEFROSTER - PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT
LIGHT TRUCK:
1992-96 BRONCO, F-150, F-250 LD
1992-97 F-250 HD, F-350
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to include 1992-96 Bronco.
ISSUE:
Defroster performance can be enhanced by reducing air leakage between the defroster nozzle and the dash panel seal.
ACTION:
Install a Defroster Nozzle Seal Kit. The seal kit should reduce the amount of lost air flow and enhance defroster performance. Refer to the following
Service Procedure for details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1.
Remove the instrument panel cover as outlined in the appropriate Service Manual.
2.
Install the defroster seals as shown in Figure 1.
3.
Reinstall the instrument panel cover.
4.
Verify proper operation of the Fresh/Recirc door following the procedures outlined in the appropriate Service Manual.
5.
Verify proper A/C refrigerant system operation following procedures outlined in the appropriate Service Manual.
6.
Verify no plugged A/C condensate drain tube or excessive moisture inside of the vehicle.
PART NUMBER
PART NAME
F6TZ-18C367-CA
Defroster Nozzle Seal Kit
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 98-1-22
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
