Fusion L4-2.3L VIN Z (2006)
Drive Belt: All Technical Service Bulletins
Engine - Drive Belt Squeal
TSB 07-23-3
11/26/07
2.3L ENGINE BELT SQUEAL - VERIFY PROPER
SERPENTINE BELT AND TENSIONER
FORD:
2006 Fusion
MERCURY:
2006 Milan
This article supersedes TSB 06-22-13 to update the Parts list.
ISSUE
Some 2006 Fusion and Milan vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine and built on or before 11/1/2005 may exhibit belt squeal or other front end accessory
drive (FEAD) related concerns. Vehicles may require replacement of both the FEAD drive belt and drive belt tensioner if service of either of these
components becomes necessary.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1.
Determine the build level of the FEAD components. For engines equipped with a tensioner shield requiring the replacement of the drive belt or
tensioner, both parts must be updated to the latest level.
2.
If the vehicle is not equipped with a tensioner shield, do not continue with this TSB. The new level components may be serviced individually as
required. Repair according to online Workshop Manual, Section 303-05A. The correct service part numbers are listed in the TSB.
3.
If the vehicle is equipped with a tensioner shield, remove and discard the following:
a.
Shield
b.
Tensioner
c.
Drive belt
4.
Install the latest level components as listed below:
a.
Automatic Transmission Equipped Vehicles:
(1) Tensioner: 6E5Z-6A228-BA
(2) Drive Belt: 6E5Z-8620-B (Green Stripe)
b.
Manual Transmission Equipped Vehicles:
(1) Tensioner: 6E5Z-6A228-BA
(2) Drive Belt: 6E5Z-8620-C (Blue Stripe)
