This IS not a safety recall 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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new tensioner, drive belt, belt guide and an improved idler pulley.
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
10008580Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock.
10004908Clicking/popping noise from upper steering column area when turning. 2004 e series and explorer sport trac also included.
10004027Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips.
636235Experiencing a clicking / popping noise from the upper steering column area when turning the steering wheel.
635974Reports that certain vehicles appear to be dogtracking.
627747This aritlce IS to provide information on replacement of old style hood lamp switch to the rvised mechanical hood lamp switch.
618616Subject regarding front suspension inspection procedures.
613288Some vehicles may exhibit a steering pull to the right or left.
613145Vehicles may exhibit a steering pull to the right or left, due to incorrect front end alignment settings. *Mjs
613041Vehicles that are loaded to the upper end of fvw, with the majority of the load between the axles, may exhibit inner edge tire wear due to incorrect alignment. *Mjs