Engine oil pump belt and tensioner replacement final repair
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Description
On your vehicle, the engine oil pump drive belt tensioner arm may fracture or separate from the tensioner backing plate, and or the oil pump drive belt material may degrade and lose teeth, resulting in a loss of engine oil pressure.
Safety Risk
A loss of engine oil pressure can result in engine damage and or seizure, which can result in a loss of motive power and a loss of the mechanical vacuum pump required to provide power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Parts are now available to repair your vehicle. Please confirm parts availability with your dealer when scheduling an appointment. Ford Motor Company has authorized your dealer to replace the oil pump drive belt and tensioner free of charge.