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January 23, 1997 Service bulletin

4.0L equipped vehicles may experience temperature gauge fluctuation that may be accompanied with a...

Ford technical service bulletin BC3485972301 for 1991-1997 Ford Explorer, 1991-1997 Ford Ranger and 1991-1997 Ford Aerostar.

Bulletin number
BC3485972301
Component
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Summary
4.0l equipped vehicles may experience temperature gauge fluctuation that may be accompanied with a thumping noise or feel in the coolant hose with the engine at normal operating temperature. Jd

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