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March 18, 1998 Service bulletin

The front brakes may have a persistent squeal during braking at speeds below 56 km/h (35 mph)

Ford technical service bulletin 985A19 for 1991-1996 Ford Escort and 1991-1996 Mercury Tracer.

Bulletin number
985A19
Component
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc
Summary
The front brakes may have a persistent squeal during braking at speeds below 56 km/h (35 MPH). Tt

Owners of these vehicles have filed 150 complaints in the brakes category.

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