Thunderbird V6-232 3.8L SC (1989)
Technical Service Bulletin # 89S63
Date: 890601
Recall - Front Suspension Hardware Modification
RECALL NUMBER
89S63
Date:
June, 1989
TO:
All Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealers
SUBJECT:
Safety Recall 89S63 - 1989 Thunderbird and Cougar - Extended Brake Pedal Travel
AFFECTED VEHICLES
1989 Thunderbird and Cougar - Built from Job # 1 through March 27, 1989
REASONS FOR RECALL
EXCESSIVE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL
During full-lock, low speed turns (less than 5 MPH) the inboard front brake caliper may contact the stabilizer bar or stabilizer link.
This can push the front disc caliper piston back and force brake fluid back into the master cylinder reservoir. This results in increased brake pedal travel
during the next brake application.
After one brake application, the piston is repositioned and proper pedal travel and brake performance is restored. The sequence could repeat, however,
following the next low speed full-lock turn.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment I
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Administrative Information
Attachment II
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Labor Allowances
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Parts Ordering Information
Attachment III
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Technical Information
Attachment I Administrative Information
CARES/OASIS
YOU MUST USE CARES OR OASIS TO DETERMINE IF A VEHICLEIS ELIGIBLE FOR THIS RECALL.
PLEASE NOTE
CORRECT ALL VEHICLES IN STOCK BEFORE DELIVERY
PROMPTLY CORRECT
Affected vehicles on the enclosed list.
Other eligible vehicles which are brought to your dealership.
DEALER-OWNER CONTACT
Immediately contact any owner whose name is not on the list. Give owner a copy of the Owner Letter.
DISTRICT CONTACT
Advise district office if:
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an owner cannot be contacted.
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an owner does not make a service date
FPSD CONTACT
Talk with your FPSD Service Zone Manager about recallconcerns.
REIMBURSEMENT FORM 1864
Submit 1864 claims for all completed vehicles.