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1989 Ford F-150 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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1989 Ford F-150: Quick Overview

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1989 Ford F-150 Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 1989
Make Ford
Model F-150
Trim -
Style Regular Cab Long Bed 2WD
Type Pickup Truck
Category Medium Truck
Manufacturing Details
Made In Canada
Manufacturing City WAYNE
Dimensions
Doors 2-Door
Curb Weight 4013 pounds
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating -
Overall Height 73.20 inches
Overall Length 210.20 inches
Overall Width 79.00 inches
Wheelbase Length 133.00 inches
Standard Seating 3
Engine & Performance
Engine 4.9-L L-6 OHV 12V
Engine Size 4.9L
Engine Cylinders 6
Transmission 3-Speed Automatic
Transmission Type Automatic
Transmission Speeds 3-Speed
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System Non-ABS
Steering Type Recirculating
Pricing
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) $13,355
Invoice Price -
Delivery Charges -

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1989 Ford F-150 Prices and Market Value

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1989 Ford F-150 Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity 19.00 gallons
City Mileage 14 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage 15 miles/gallon

1989 Ford F-150 Recalls & Defects

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:auxillary Tank:selector Devices
Recall date 1991-09-04
Recall no. 91v146000
Source NHTSA
Summary THE Dual Fuel Tank Selector Valve MAY Malfunction and Cause AN Overfill Condition IN ONE OF THE Fuel Tanks, Resulting IN AN Overflow OF Fuel Past THE Filler Cap.
Consequence THE Overflow OF Fuel Past THE Filler CAP Causes A Fuelleakage, Which CAN Result IN A Fire When Exposed TO A Source OF Ignition.
Remedy Replace THE Dual Fuel Tank Selector Valve.
Notes System: Fuel Tank, Auxilliary.vehicle Description: Vans and Light Trucks With Dual Fuel Tanks Produced IN Thefollowing Periods: F150, F250, and F350 Light Trucks Built Between February 28,1989 and July, 1989; Econoline Built Between February 28, 1989 Andfebruary 11, 1991.note: Ford HAS Agreed TO Recall These Vehicles BUT Parts ARE NOT YET Available.parts Will BE Available IN December 1991. YOU Will Receive A Letter From Fordadvising YOU When TO Schedule AN Appointment With Your Dealer TO Have THE Recallwork Performed. IN THE Mean Time, YOU CAN Take THE Following Precautions:fill Each Tank TO Only 1/3 Full.if Your Vehicle Leaks Fuel or IF YOU Smell Fuel, Stop Using THE Vehicle Andcall Ford AT (313) 446-4654 and Advise Them OF Your Problem. Refer TO Fordsafety Recall Number 91s39. AN Operator Will Take Your Name and Telephonenumber. A Ford Representative Will Call YOU Back.
Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (Prndl)
Recall date 1990-06-01
Recall no. 90v101000
Source NHTSA
Summary Under Certain Conditions, THE Snap Ring That Locates THE Park Gear ON THE Output Shaft OF THE Transmission MAY Fracture.
Consequence When THE Gear IS Placed IN Park, THE Park Gear Would Notengage, Allowing THE Truck TO Roll Freely IF THE Parking Brake IS NOT Properlyset. This Could Result IN AN Accident.
Remedy Install Improved Snap Ring and Revised Transmission Extension Housing.
Notes System: Park Gear Snap Ring.vehicle Description: 4 X 2 Light Trucks and Vans Equipped With One-Piecedriveshaft and AN E40d Transmission.
Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:auxillary Tank
Recall date 1989-07-14
Recall no. 89v114000
Source NHTSA
Summary Shields ON THE Fronts OF THE Midship Mounted Fuel Tanks Were Omitted During Assembly.
Consequence Trucks Would NOT Comply With 30 MPH Impact Test Offmvss NO. 301, Fuel System Integrity.
Remedy Install Fuel Tank Shields.
Notes System:fuel Tank Shields/Fmvss 301.vehicle Description:4 X 2 Pickup Trucks With 133 Inch Wheelbase and Manualtransmissions.
Electrical System:ignition
Recall date 1996-04-25
Recall no. 96v071000
Source NHTSA
Summary THE Ignition Switch Could Experience AN Internal Short Circuit.
Consequence This Condition Could Cause Overheating, Smoke, and Possibly Fire IN THE Steering Column Area OF THE Vehicle.
Remedy Dealers Will Replace THE Ignition Switch.
Notes System: Electrical; Ignition Switch. Vehicle Description: Passenger and Multi-Purpose Vehicles and Light Duty Trucks. Note: Owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time, Should Contact Ford AT 1-800-392-3673. Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-800-424-9393.

1989 Ford F-150 Warranty

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Original warranty 0 months / No data
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1989 Ford F-150 Insurance

Insurance for a 1989 Ford F-150 is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Pickup Truck with strong safety ratings and
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