Can someone look up the two TSB's below and give me the complete "in-side" skinny on what they are about and the fix?

I found them on a Ford tech website for my 2003 Excursion 6.0LPSD truck

STEERING WHEEL LEATHER PROBLEMS:
04-24-03 - Published 11/18/04

SEAT BELT RETRACTING SLOWLY:
04-24-21 - Published 11/30/04

Thank you in advance for anyone's help.

Jeff

 

ISSUE:
Some vehicles with leather-wrapped steering wheels may exhibit the leather coming loose from the spoke area.

ACTION:
Apply Motorcraft Instant Gel Adhesive to re-adhere the loose leather to the wheel spoke. Refer to the following Service Procedure.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

NOTE: IF RE-ADHERING LEATHER TO THE FRONT SIDE OF THE STEERING WHEEL ONLY, OMIT STEPS 1 AND 6. STEERING WHEEL/AIRBAG ASSEMBLY REMOVAL IS NECESSARY ONLY WHEN REPAIRING LOOSE LEATHER ON THE BACKSIDE OF THE STEERING WHEEL.



CAUTION: AVOID SKIN CONTACT WITH TA-19 ADHESIVE.



Remove the steering wheel (ONLY NECESSARY TO REPAIR BACKSIDE OF STEERING WHEEL). Refer to Workshop Manual Sections 211-04 and 501-20B.
Fold loose leather out of the way.
Apply Motorcraft Instant Gel Adhesive (TA-19) evenly over the wheel spoke.
Fold the leather back into its original position.
Smooth the leather, tuck in for neat appearance, and apply pressure until the leather is bonded to the wheel spoke (apply pressure for at least 30 seconds).
NOTE: THE ADHESIVE SHOULD BE COMPLETELY SET AFTER 5 MINUTES. DO NOT PULL ON THE REPAIR AREA.



Reinstall steering wheel.

PART NUMBER PART NAME
TA-19 Motorcraft Instant Gel Adhesive




ISSUE:
A service kit is now available to improve safety belt retraction speed.

ACTION:
See the part application chart and select the appropriate kit. Follow the Instruction Sheet included in the kit. Refer to Workshop Manual Section 501-20a for additional information.

NOTE: IF TEFLON TAPE IS ALREADY PRESENT ON THE SAFETY BELT GUIDE RING (D-RING), DO NOT CONTINUE WITH THIS TSB.



NOTE: EACH KIT SERVICES TWO (2) BELTS.



NOTE: DOES NOT APPLY TO AVIATOR/EXPLORER 4DR/MOUNTAINEER FRONT SAFETY BELTS FOR VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 6/25/2004, OR REAR SAFETY BELTS FOR VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 10/22/2004, BECAUSE TEFLON TAPE IS INSTALLED DURING PRODUCTION.



PART APPLICATION CHART
Part Number Application
YR3Z-63611D70-AA MUSTANG

XW4Z-63611D70-AA LINCOLN LS
XW4Z-63611D70-AA E-SERIES

3L2Z-78611D70-AB CONTINENTAL
3L2Z-78611D70-AB CROWN VICTORIA
3L2Z-78611D70-AB EXPEDITION
3L2Z-78611D70-AB EXPLORER SPORT
3L2Z-78611D70-AB EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
3L2Z-78611D70-AB EXCURSION
3L2Z-78611D70-AB ESCAPE
3L2Z-78611D70-AB ESCAPE HYBRID
3L2Z-78611D70-AB FREESTAR
3L2Z-78611D70-AB F-SERIES SUPER DUTY
3L2Z-78611D70-AB F-150
3L2Z-78611D70-AB F650/F750
3L2Z-78611D70-AB GRAND MARQUIS
3L2Z-78611D70-AB MARINER
3L2Z-78611D70-AB MONTEREY
3L2Z-78611D70-AB NAVIGATOR
3L2Z-78611D70-AB RANGER
3L2Z-78611D70-AB SABLE
3L2Z-78611D70-AB TAURUS
3L2Z-78611D70-AB TOWN CAR
3L2Z-78611D70-AB WINDSTAR

3L2Z-78611D70-AB AVIATOR, EXPLORER 4DR/MOUNTAINEER (BUILT BEFORE 6/25/2004 FOR FRONT SEAT, OR BUILT BEFORE 10/22/2004 FOR REAR SEAT)



.......................HP......................

 

Thank you very much for the prompt reply to my request.

The steering wheel issue does not apply to my problem... mine is that the color and/or leather is wearing thin or smooth in spots after 39,000 miles.

The seatbelt issue I have sort of noticed, but since I am over the 3/36000, they will not fix for free (or my problem isn't worth the hassel and calling in a favor).

Thanks again,

Jeff

 

Sad I am.. cannot even go out in the garage and see if my seat belts retract slow....
I miss my truck

 

The steering wheel issue does not apply to my problem... mine is that the color and/or leather is wearing thin or smooth in spots after 39,000 miles.

That is perzactly why I quit getting leather in my Ford trucks. Not happy with wearability in my last three. Seats or sterring wheel cover.

 

Has anyone found an easy and effective way or treatment to keep leather in good shape...sorry not trying to hijack thus thread Jeff!

 

I have always used WD40. Had a 1991 Explorer, 1999 Expedition, 2002 Expedition, and my 2003 Super Duty. Once a month, religiously, I spray all of the leather and wipe it down. Makes it really soft and cleans it with no smell or it down make the seats slippery.

I got this tip from an auto detailing tip in HOT ROD magazine many years ago.

 

Tim...

No 6.0L truck.... then you need to admin on the "I walk to work" forum... he, he, he...

This is the 6.0L forum and there will be no trolling here by non-6.0's..., but when your new truck comes in... we'll welcome you back.

Walking is good for you... but you'll never catch me doing it as long as I have my 6.0L Excursion... haven't walked since I turned 16 years old and found women dig guys with cars... more than those without them!!!

When does the new truck come in?

Jeff

 

The keyboard will be struck Wed at 9am MST.....to place the order. Guaranteeing me, an 01/05 or 02/05 build date. What I want!
I am going to the yard when it comes in, my dealer and I will bring it back to the dealership...so know one else drives it...am I being a bit **** here...should see it in mid Feb...

 

Petroleum will eventually crack the leather. Notice they tell you to be RELIGIOUS...if you arent' it will dry out and crack.

1st choice:
Zymol leather conditioner (squeezie bottle, whitish yellow banana-smelling stuff.)
Use Blue magic cleaner in between conditionings. Don't use much of either.

2nd choice
Blue magic leather cleaner and conditioner (separate products)

3rd choice:
Lexol leather conditioner and cleaner (separate products)

I owned a detail shop for awhile...used near everything short term and long term.

Stay away from excessive petroleum and neatsfoot oils. They will eventually dry it out.

Don't even THINK about armor all vinyl stuff or any of that stuff =o)

Armor-All leather wipes are actually "ok" for quickies.....but they must specifically be the leather wipes.

 

Tim, I've used WD40 on leather before too, but when I put the new leather in the Vette I switched to McGuyers leather treatment. I like the scent better and it worked better as a conditioner/cleaner.

Sorta wish I had leather in the truck. I like the cloth seats, but I'm looking for some nice seat covers for the 04' style 40/20/40 seats. They're already showing some messiness from the boys in soccer cleats.

To get back to the original post, where do I find TSB and recall information? I've tried the link from FTE, but there always seems to be a database issue.

 

I use the lexol on everything from the harleys to roping saddle to truck. works great