NHTSA Recall 88V024000
NHTSA Campaign Id 88V024000; Date: Mar. 1, 1988
If both screws come out, sensors could disengage fromthe throttle shaft, preventing return of the throttle from mid position.
Recalled Vehicles:
1988 Ford Tempo; 1988 Mercury Topaz
Component: Vehicle Speed Control
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 91,000
Recall Summary:
Two attachment screws for the throttle position sensors could loosen and back out.
How to Fix:
Replace attachment screws with screws with pre applied adhesive that will be tightened to a higher torque specification.
Recall Notes:
System: throttlevehicle description: passenger cars with 2. 3 liter engines.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 18, 1988
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