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October 1, 2003 Service bulletin

Generator whistle/hoot noise in cold ambient temperatures

Ford technical service bulletin 17280 for 2002-2003 Ford Explorer, 2002-2003 Mercury Mountaineer and 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport and others.

Bulletin number
17280
Component
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Summary
Generator whistle/hoot noise in cold ambient temperatures. Tt

Owners of these vehicles have filed 306 complaints in the electrical category.

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