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April 1, 2000 Service bulletin

Some vehicles may experience an oil leak at the rear crankshaft area after service. mr

Ford technical service bulletin 8493 for 1996-2000 Ford Explorer and 1996-2000 Mercury Mountaineer.

Bulletin number
8493
Component
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Summary
Some vehicles may experience an oil leak at the rear crankshaft area after service. Mr

Owners of these vehicles have filed 737 complaints in the engine category.

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