Ford Tractor Operations has instituted a free gas cap safety program to assure that prior model gasoline powered tractors meet current standards for fuel tank venting and spill prevention.
    In certain operating conditions, pressure can build in the fuel tank.  If the cap is not securely tightened, or is removed when the tractor is running or hot, fuel could be forced out of the tank.  That could create a fire hazard.
    The retrofit program requires only the simple installation of a new fuel filler cap.  Caps that meet the new standards will be provided free to owners of affected Ford tractor models.                                                        

  This program includes all Ford gasoline powered farm and industrial tractors produced since 1939.
    If you own one of those tractors, your local New Holland dealer will be happy to exchange your old gas cap for a new one.  Simply provide your tractor model number, tractor serial number, and your old gas cap (please reference Service Bulletin 1993/10-T2 “Gasoline Tractor Fuel Cap Retrofit Program”).
    This free gas cap offer was initiated as a result of a concern identified by Ford Tractor Operations.
    All current model North American Ford farm and industrial tractors are diesel powered and are not affected.