Villager V6-181 3.0L SOHC VIN 1 EFI (1997)
Replace Fuel Line Jumper Hoses
1.0 Hrs.
96S56B
(Includes Inspection)
Administrative Allowance
0.1 Hrs.
Misc. Expense Code
"ADMIN"
Parts Requirements
NOTE:
Only 317 vehicles will require jumper hose replacements.
Parts will not be direct shipped for this recall. Order your parts requirements through normal order processing channels.
PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
F3XY-9A271-A
Hose - Fuel Return and Supply
1 (Pkg. of 2 hoses)
F3XY-9N320-B
Hose - Fuel Return (Elbow)
1
F3XY-9249-B
Hose - Fuel Supply (Elbow)
1
16439-53A00
Clamp- (Screw Type)(2 Pkgs Req'd Per Vehicle)
2 (Pkg. of 2 Clamps)
01558-00121
Clamp- (Spring Type)(2 Pkgs Req'd Per Vehicle)
2 (Pkg. of 2 Clamps)
Dealer Price
For latest prices, check or call your:
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Order Processing Center
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DOES II
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Updated Price Book
Excess Stock Return
Excess stock returned for credit must have been purchased from Ford Customer Service Division in accordance with Policy Procedure Bulletin 4000.
Attachment III - Technical Information
Fuel Tank Jumper Hose Inspection and/or Replacement
Affected Vehicles
1997 Villager built at the Ohio Assembly Plant from September 16, 1996 through September 23, 1996.
Inspection
1.
Inspect the fuel tank build date by viewing from below the rear bumper. The build date on the tank is stamped in yellow letters 1/2 inch high on the
rear of the fuel tank.
2.
The build date codes for the suspect tanks are 6912, 6913, 6916 and 6917. Disregard the fifth or last number in the code.
3.
If the fuel tank build date code is other than 6912, 6913, 6916 or 6917, release the vehicle. No further action is required.
4.
If the build date is any of the above, the fuel tank fuel jumper hoses must be replaced. Go to "Removal" for this procedure.
Removal
1.
Relieve fuel system pressure by removing fuel pump relay while the engine idles and allowing the engine to stall. Reinstall the relay.
2.
Loosen the gas cap to vent the gas tank.
3.
Drain the gas tank.
4.
Raise and support the vehicle.
