F 350 4WD Pickup V8-7.3L DSL Turbo VIN F (1994)
Drive Belt: All Technical Service Bulletins
Recall 96I003002: Drive Belt Detachment
This is not a safety problem in accordance with Federal Regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. The front
end accessory drive (FEAD) serpentine drive belt can detach from the engine pulleys during certain engine operations. The diesel engine can cause the
belts to stretch in excess of the tensioner capacity and the belt detaches from the pulleys. Belt failures can result in the loss of power steering assist and
the loss of brake assist once the vacuum reservoir is depleted. Also FEAD belt failure poses a risk of engine compartment fire in vehicles equipped with
automatic transmissions if it results in the transmission oil cooler hose rupture. Ford dealers will install a new tensioner, drive belt, belt guide and an
improved idler pulley.
NOTE: Ford has decided to conduct a safety improvement service campaign to replace the FEAD serpentine drive belt without charge. Owners can
contact Ford at 1-800-285-4545.
1992 FORD TRUCK E SERIES
1992 FORD TRUCK F SERIES
1993 FORD TRUCK F SERIES
1994 FORD TRUCK E SERIES
1994 FORD TRUCK F SERIES
