This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Check
the Ford website &/or
the NHTSA to see if your VIN is affected.
Ford Motor Company has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 1992-1994 Model Year Bronco, F-150-350 Series Trucks and 1993-1994 Model Year Explorer/Ranger vehicles.
Safety Defect
During rapid pedal application of the parking brake, the pedal may go to the floor with little or no effort. Should this occur, the parking brake system may not achieve full tension, potentially resulting in parking brake ineffectiveness, or diminished effectiveness.
Repairs
At no charge to you, your dealer will install a parking brake lock-in wedge. This wedge retains the adjustment pawl in mesh with the ratchet. Dealers currently have instructions and parts ordering information.
WARNING: DO NOT PARK THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL. USE FIRST (1) GEAR AND SET THE PARKING BRAKE FULLY.
NOTE: When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) Position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the manual transmission is in gear. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in N (Neutral).
NOTE: Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Make sure that the gearshift is securely positioned in First (1) gear.
How Long Will It Take?
The time needed for this service is about one-half hour. However, due to service scheduling times, your dealer may need your vehicle for one full working day.
Call your dealer without delay. Ask for a service date and whether parts are in stock. If your dealer does not have the parts in stock, they can be ordered before scheduling your service date. Parts would be expected to arrive within a week.
When you bring your truck in, show the dealer this letter. If you misplace this letter, your dealer will still do the work, free of charge.
AFFECTED VEHICLES:
CERTAIN 1992-1994 BRONCO, F-150/350 SERIES TRUCKS AND CERTAIN 1993-1994 EXPLORER/RANGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS
OVERVIEW
The parking brake procedures described in this attachment supersede all previous parking brake procedures.
The following instructions have been revised to make them easier to follow. Special emphasis is placed on the installation of the lock-in wedge and verifying that the wedge is properly installed. When installed properly, the wedge WILL NOT fall out.
Except where noted, the illustrations included here are of the Bronco/F-Series. The Explorer/Ranger are similar. PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
NOTE: This recall applies to PARKING BRAKES ONLY. The service brake system is not affected by this recall.
PRELIMINARY CHECKS
1. Park the vehicle on a flat surface. Turn the ignition OFF. Do not apply the parking brake.
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