It will be necessary to install fuse #7 in fuse panel at predelivery
Ford technical service bulletin BC0398960102 for 1996 Ford Escort and 1996 Mercury Tracer.
- Bulletin number
- BC0398960102
- Component
- Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
- Summary
- It will be necessary to install fuse #7 in fuse panel at predelivery. The new design ignition switch does not have an off position. To ship vehicles in neutral, the key will be in the 'accessory' position with fuse #7 removed. When installing the fuse, be sure the key is in the lock position.
Owners of these vehicles have filed 14 complaints in the electrical category.
Vehicles covered
- Ford Escort 1996 1996
- Mercury Tracer 1996 1996
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