Topaz L4-140 2.3L HSC (1984)
Technical Service Bulletin # 88E67
Date: 880801
Recall - Emission System Modifications
At Dealers By Order as Req'd.
At PDC By
Now
Date in Owner Letter Now
RECALL NUMBER 88E67
Date August, 1988
To:
All California Ford and Lincoln-Mercury Dealers
Subject:
Emissions Recall 88E67 - Recall of Certain 1984-Model California 2.3 Liter HSC Engine and Automatic Transmission Equipped Vehicles
for Emission Control System Modifications
VEHICLES INVOLVED
All 1984-Model California Tempo/Topaz vehicles manufactured at the Kansas City Assembly Plant and equipped with automatic transmissions and the
following 2.3L HSC California engine and calibration codes:
Calibration Code
Engine Codes
4-26S-R13
XG-612-AB/BB/CB
REASON FOR RECALL
Ford is voluntarily recalling the affected vehicles to help assure acceptable levels of exhaust emissions. This will be achieved by modifying the emission
control system and replacing the exhaust system catalysts.
VEHICLE ELIGIBILITY
The enclosed listing identifies involved units reported registered to owners in your dealership's area. Other eligible vehicles that may be brought to your
dealership for this recall service should be corrected as promptly as possible. If the owner of an eligible vehicle does not have a Customer Notification
and Dealer Claim Form (FCS-1864), please complete a blank Form 1864 and submit it via the Direct Warranty Entry (DWE) system for reimbursement.
CARES/OASIS
To determine if a vehicle is eligible, you must utilize "CARES" (Computer Assisted Recall System) or "OASIS" (On-Line Automotive Service
Information System).
DEALER OBLIGATION
Dealers are obligated to perform the recall service promptly following tender of the vehicles by the owners. It is important that you report to your FPSD
District Office any instance in which an owner will not allow you to complete this recall service because of objections to scheduling or for any other
reason.
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS
Refer to Exhibit 1.
SPECIAL DECAL INSTRUCTIONS
All of the vehicles serviced under this recall will require a new Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) decal. Decals will be mailed directly to the
owners of the affected vehicles. Each decal will have the vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle printed on it.
In the event that an owner returns a vehicle without a decal, refer to the enclosed vehicle listing or Attachment I, Page 1, to determine the correct decal.
Contact your FPSD District Office and provide the decal part number and the VIN.