Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM
9923811/15/19996090164A temperature gauge fluctuation and / or a knocking / thumping noise may be audible inthe passenger compartment on some vehicles. *tt03/09/2000
99B1507/01/19996090041Owner notification program regarding water pump replacement for vehicles with water pump that may have excessive axial runout of the water pump hub threads which could result in water pump failure and possible engine overheating. *tt03/03/2000
1258303/01/1999605310Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit a thumping noise from the cooling system. *tt06/08/1999
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
1461701/01/2001617995Subject pertaining to broken thermostat. *jb04/03/2001
1458301/01/2001617968Concerns with broken thermostats on engines. *jb04/02/2001
1292407/01/1999614751Some vehicles may require radiator hose clamp replacement during normal vehicle service. *tt12/13/2000
655907/01/1999610686Brief information regarding radiator hose clamp for service. *tt05/10/2000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
0222111/11/200210008304Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj07/27/2004
87019710/22/200210000592Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes p1336, p1309 and p0340. *tt03/25/2003
850404/01/2000613656Some vehicles equipped with 3.0l flex fuel engines may experience a hard start / no start condition. **mr07/26/2000
1318009/01/19996090538Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart. *mjs03/21/2000
1318109/01/19996090540Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart (continued). *mjs03/21/2000
699709/01/19996090310Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with various engine sizes. *tt03/14/2000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
1610008/01/2002636118Some vehicles equipped with a 3.0l gasoline engine may exhibit an engine quit upon initial starting of the engine with a normal restart and run on the subsequent attempt. *tt11/05/2002
0124612/10/2001630515Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt04/18/2002
1545512/01/2001630562Some vehicles equipped with a 2.5/3.0l engine may exhibit a surge, hesitation, rough idle or malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes p0171, p0174, p0175. *tt04/18/2002
0120510/15/2001627927Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt02/26/2002
0119710/01/2001627752Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / onnecting rod bearing knock. *tt02/22/2002
1522609/01/2001625775Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise that may be perceived by the customer a s adiesel type noise and is known as marble noise. *tt12/03/2001
1519008/01/2001625018Some vehicles may exhibit surge, hesitation, rough idle or malfunction ndicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes p0171, p0172, np0174, p0175. *et11/16/2001
1436601/01/2000620429Exhibiting spark knock (ping) under acceleration. *tt08/07/2001
014703/05/2001619424Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *tt05/30/2001
1482204/01/2001619316Some supercab 4x4 equipped vehicles with 3.0 / 4.0l engines may exhibit a low frequency thump type noise / vibration on light acceleration from a stop, and / or when coming to a stop with light to moderate braking. *tt05/23/2001
1436609/01/2000618637Some vehicles equipped with 3.0l engine may exhibit spark knock (ping) under acceleration. *jb04/18/2001
1458401/01/2001617878Subject regarding flex fuel vechicle oil and fuel recommendations. *jb04/02/2001
0024811/27/2000616536Some vehicles equipped with a 3.0l engine may exhibit spark knock (ping) under acceleration. *tt03/02/2001
538212/01/1998615455Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator light on, stall at tip-in from idle, engine hesitation, and / or surge. *tt01/16/2001
1278205/01/1999607101Some vehicles may exhibit spark knock under acceleration. *tt01/05/2001
1315408/01/19996091965Subject regarding engine hotline phone numbers. *tt11/17/2000
1311808/01/19996091931Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt11/16/2000
1311008/01/19996091919Some vehicles may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbels in a tin can rattle. *tt11/16/2000
1305908/01/19996091856Experiencing a loss of oil pressure accompanied by possible engine noise / damage. *tt11/15/2000
1253703/01/19996091786Some vehicles with 3.0l flex fuel engine may exhibit a hard / no start, rough idle or other drivability concerns with or without diagnostic trouble code p0176. *tt11/14/2000
1270505/01/19996091678Some 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit an internal low engine noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt11/09/2000
689608/01/1999608921Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt11/09/2000
1328309/01/19996091663Some vehicles with the 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt11/09/2000
632106/01/1999606801Some vehicles may exhibit spark knock under acceleration. *tt11/08/2000
619905/01/1999607018Vehicle may experience a diesel / marbel type noise. *tt11/03/2000
1403804/01/2000613731Some vehicles may exhibit hesitation, surge, malfunction indicator lamp and/or any condition when mass air flow (maf) needs service. **mr07/28/2000
1407604/01/2000613711Some vehicles may exhibit an engine spark knock (ping) on acceleration. **mr07/27/2000
848104/01/2000613645Some vehciles may exhibit hesitation, surge, ,mil and or any condition when a mass air flow (maf) needs service. **mr07/26/2000
007304/03/2000613568Some vehicles equipped with a 3.0l engine may experience spark knock (ping) under acceleration. **mr07/21/2000
005403/06/2000612948Vehicles may exhibit various driving conditions, hard to start, engine hesitation, rough or unusual rolling idle, engine surge or lack of power, knock, stumble. *mjs06/14/2000
1348411/01/1999610897Vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit excessive oil consumption as reported by the customer. *tt05/18/2000
1352811/01/1999610914Some vehicles with 3.0l engines may exhibit spark knock (ping) under acceleration. *tt05/18/2000
747111/01/1999610836Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit excessive oil consumption as reported by the customer. *tt05/15/2000
714710/01/19996090765Exhibiting an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt03/29/2000
1327009/01/19996090699Vehicles with the 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt03/23/2000
1311009/01/19996090508Information regarding 4.0l ohv engine-marble type noise. *mjs03/21/2000
9918309/06/19996090051Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure. *tt03/06/2000
99688408/01/1999608880Customers may complain of an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbels in a tin can rattle on vehicles with a 4.ol ovh engine. *tt12/06/1999
99678708/01/1999608759Vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines and built through december, 1998 may exhibit a loss of oil pressure accompanied by possible engine noise / damage. *tt12/03/1999
9981605/03/1999606420Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt08/19/1999
586403/01/1999605246Flex fuel engine may exhibit a hard / no start, rough idle or other driviability concerns w/ or w/out dtc p0176. *tt06/04/1999
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
1384402/01/2000612439Some vehicles with 2.5l engine may exhibit a belt squeal initially at cold start-up. *tt06/08/2000
809102/01/2000612288Some vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines may exhibit a belt squeal initially at cold start-up. *tt06/07/2000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
98201010/12/1998603695Experiencing a buzzing or rattling noise from the exhaust system. *yc03/02/1999
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
98231011/23/1998603724Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak03/03/1999
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
CSP-08B0105/16/200810026389Ford: certain 1999-2001 model year vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in new york and certain 2001 vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in the state of maine, certified for sale in california-federal emission warranty refund. *pe10/23/2008

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
11/29/20121893411
 I was driving on the highway and noticed that the steering was pulling to the left. after a short while i could not manage the steering. when i pulled over in the brakedown lane i noticed that the right front tire was toed in. when the tow truck came we noticed that the frame was cracked and rotted at both wheel mounts and the the right front mount was the worse. we also noticed that the motor mounts were all rotted and the overall front section of the frame was rotted which prevented any repair. *tr
07/02/20121
 I was driving in the freeway i-275 nb nof howard avenue tampa florida i heard a noise to the front of small truck, after that i saw black smoke from front of truck i put to car a safety place of the freeway of truck is turn off itself. i have not time take off of keys from of truck of only time is took my bags ,open the door and get out the truck and all contents were burned in the fire. additional i have the truck for 4 months ago only and i need to help, because i have insurance but only liability coverage and no full cover, in which i have to continue to pay to the dealer $6,000 dollars from my pocket. thank you for your attention for my case. but thank you so much to my god a still with live and my boyfriend. thank you again. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
03/25/200950000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford ranger. for the past seven years, the contact could not determine why the check engine indicator would flash on and off. the mechanic could not figure out the issue as well. the contact eventually discovered that the aluminum dpfe valve was causing the check engine indicator to flash. the contact called the manufacturer because she heard that the dpfe valves were recalled; however, her vin was not included. the contact feels this is a safety and environmental issue and that the manufacturer should repair the vehicle. the current mileage was 179,000 and failure mileage was 50,000.
10/17/20081230001
 1999 ford ranger with 3 liter engine camshaft position synchronizer failed causing catastrophic failure of engine. gear broke causing failure of oil pump seizing engine while traveling 65 mph. *tr
11/27/20078
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford ranger. while driving 55 mph, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle completely shut down. the vehicle was inspected and the contact was informed that there was an engine input circuit and fuel compensation sensor circuit malfunction. the purchase date and failure mileage were unknown. the current mileage was 62,000.
10/01/200648000201/01/2004
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford ranger. while driving 65 mph, the engine locked and the vehicle shut off. the dealer was notified and replaced the engine. the second engine also failed. the dealer was notified, but no repairs were made. the vin was invalid. the current mileage was 75,000 and failure mileage was 48,000.
09/28/200595000207/15/1999
 I had a 1999 ford ranger with a 4.0 liter engine a v-6, it started running rough at 95,000 miles. i took it in to the dealer to be repaired. the next day i was told there was water in # 4 cylinder. they took both heads off and i was told that both heads had cracks in them i went to look for myself i verified that both heads were cracked in the same location a crack on # 4 cylinder and a crack on # 1 cylinder. i was then shown a cracked head off a ford explorer with a 4.0 liter engine same crack same location. this is a manufacturing defect since all the cracks are in the same location and ford already has redesigned the cylinder heads. this cost me almost $4,000. *jb
07/25/20041
 We have purchased 3 ford ranger pickups since 1992 and have always been happy with them but this last one has only 80,000 miles. on it and when we took it in for check when check engine light came on dealer said new head gasket needed. so we took it home and to our own personal mechanic and he says new engine needed. we have always had wonderful performance with these pickups and never less than 250,000 mi. on the engines. i just wanted this on record because i know it has to have been faulty engine and also to let you know that even with the good luck in the past, it is doubtful we'll take another chance with a ford pickup. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM
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 While driving engine overheated. consumer let the vehicle sit over night to ensure it cooled off. upon starting vehicle next day engine locked. *ak
02/05/199901/01/1999
 The cooling system has not been restored to original performance. the dealers service department states that normal operating range is the area of the gauge that is below the red. the vehicle is operating within specifications as long as the red area has not been reached by the temperature indicator.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
09/28/20038800007/01/2000
 The radiator top supports broke off which caused two large holes in the radiator.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
02/01/20101678101
 1. no events leading up to failure. maintenance strictly adhered to. all tsb and factory service manuals followed. 2. camshaft sycronizer on 1999 ford ranger 3.0l. engine seized up. 167810 miles. 3. engine replacement was performed. *tr
11/16/2007890001
 The metal tubes for the engine choke heater, rusted out right above the aluminum head. was told that there is no way to fix the problem, except to replace the head with a new one. the head will cost at least $250. my truck is a 1999 ford ranger xlt with a 3.0l. was told the only way this tube would break was from a crash, or from rusting from the inside. i know my truck has never been in a crash, kind of odd that only the tube has rusted and not more engine parts. anyone else have this problem. *tr
08/15/20071
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford ranger. the contact received a recall notice and called the dealer to schedule an appointment, however, the dealer keeps avoiding her. the engine light has been illuminated for the last four years and the vehicle makes a banging sound. the sensors have been replaced, but the check engine light is still lit. the purchase date, nhtsa campaign number, and speed were unknown. the current mileage was 104,000 and the failure mileage was unknown.
02/23/200695000110/31/1998
 My 1999 ford ranger 4x4 with 3.0 liter flex fuel engine began sputtering, running rough and overheating two days ago. i took it to haldeman ford to be checked. they told me today there was water/coolant in at least one of the cylinders and the head(s) may be cracked, and i need a new or rebuilt engine. the truck has just over 95,000 miles on it. i had oil changes, coolant flushes, etc. at regular intervals. from what i have read on your website, and heard from others, this is a problem with the six cylinder engines ford used in rangers and explorers. they said it would be $6400 for a rebuilt engine installed. it seems this is most likely a manufacturing defect, but the folks at the dealer said no. *jb
09/30/20041
 While applying the accelerator pedal the vehicle failed to accelerate. the vehicle vibrated and stalled without warning. the driver was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. the mechanic informed the driver that the transmission needed to be replaced. please provide further details. *nm. consume rbought a 1999, ford ranger with 76931 mile son it. seller was to fix transmission before consumer took vehicle home. on 10/14/2003 took vehicle to scott ford for inspection, they claime dit wa sokay. on 07/09/2004 consume took vehicle to rainbow tire to have tire rotation an dbalance. they claimed ball joint was defective. on 07/12/2004, consumer had ball joint replacement and an alignment. on september 19, 2004 vehicle would not go uphill. consume rpulled off the road and walked home. some friens picked consumer and passengers up. brother-in law johnny drove vehicle home . johnny told consumer he had to drive it home in longer all the way home. *ak
03/05/2004109/15/1999
 Cracked engine head, truck had only 65,000 miles and was not driven hard. heater still doesn't warm up as it should, even after manufactures repair. *jb
06/23/20031
 While driving the vehicle at 45mph suddenly engine died, forcing the consumer to pull out of the road. dealer notified. *ak
 Alternative fuel engine vehicle. intermittently in warm climates vehicle will stallout and die without warning. dealer and manufacturer have been notified.*ak
 Alternative fuel engine vehicle. intermittently vehicle will stall out and die witho out warning in warm climates. dealer and manufacturer have been notified. *ak
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 Faulty drivetrain; also, a connecting rod from engine pertruded through oil pan while driving at approximately 65 mph, causing engine to sieze and blow. *ak
 A short circuit occurred within the cord on the engine block heater which caused the vehicle to nearly catch on fire. the cord burned and damages occurred to the grill area. please give any further details. *ak
12/01/1998
 Motor when hot will start a banging noise, and when turned off the noise will continue. problem occurred for three months. dealer contacted, and cannot remedy problem. problem still exists. provide further information. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
06/20/200369138109/20/1999
 While traveling on cruise control at 70 miles per hour, the vehicle decelerated. the dash board lights lit up and truck would not restart. temperature gauge indicated not overheating, water was in radiator, oil was at the full mark on the oil dip stick. no fluids leaked from the engine. my vehicle is at the ford dealership in owatanna, mn. i have been told by a ford dealership technician that he believes it to be pieces of the gasket around the oil pump that blocked the flow of oil to the engine seizing the valves in the engine. apparently it happens frequently to his knowledge. also , i know of another ford ranger that experienced unexplained engine failure this past week. i have maintained oil changes within the manufacturer's recommendation during the time i have owned the ranger. the vehicle has only 69136 miles on the odometer. at this juncture the extended warranty service and the dealership have not resolved method of replacing the engine. *nlm
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 The consumer stated that she was driving when the vehicle blew up, and feels that she was almost killed. after being told that the vehicle had experienced a major engine failure. the consumer found, after the investigation, a connecting rod protruding through the oil pan. there was no evidence of oil leakage from the filter or oil pan gasket, nor from the valves or oil related systems. the water mixed with the oil, which resulted in a broken rod. there was sludge in the engine. the consumer believes that a bearing may have spun and caused this damage. *scc *ts
08/12/2002
 99 v 062 001/cruise speed control cable: vehicle has cut off on five separate occasions while driving at 45 mph , vehicle restarted on each time. dealer and manufacturer have been notified. feel free to provide any further information.*ak
06/15/2001105/01/2001
 Marble engine noise getting worse. *ak
407/01/1999
 Took truck into dealer for first oil change and was informed that ford was replacing the 4.0 because of rattling noise in lower end. 2nd motor would miss and foul plugs every 2 or 3 thousand miles so they finally replaced it with a 2000 model 4.0l and this seemed to solve the problem until recently when the very loud rattling noise returned. i've taken it to the local dealer where i live now and he confirmed the noise but ford won't respond to his enquiry about it. it sounds just like it did with the original motor and now its out of warranty!
11/15/2000102/01/1999
 The engine block heater blew out losing all antifreeze. engine shot. invoice from manufacturer does not even show this as being on the truck. manufacturer has been zero help. how many 3.0l v6 engines have had this same problem?
08/15/2000102/01/1999
 I feel that my ford ranger is an unsafe vehicle. i have had many problems with it since i bought it brand new. everything stemming from holes in the floor to a faulty transmission and engine among faulty power windows and electrical on more than one occasion.. i just wonder what is next. i am worried about the future of this vehicle especially with its past track record. please send me any information that may be of help to get ford to buy my vehicle back. my email is jennetic@aol.com or sacroxx1@aol.com.
106/05/1999
 Ignition takes 2-3 times before vehicle will start, vehicle idles below 1 rpm and feels as if it's going to stall. *slc
07/01/1999105/01/1999
 Serious engine marbling/clatter with 4.0 liter engine.owner does not expect motor to last much longer;ultimate failure of motor presents serious safety concern. *ak
04/27/20000
 Second 4.0 motor was taken out because of a clattering noise. consumer is now experiencing the clattering noise again. took to dealer , and they sad that all rangers sound that way. *ak
05/01/1999
 Ford motor company informed me via the dealership i now use in san luis obispo, ca (perry ford; 12200 los osos valley road; san luis obispo, ca 93405; (805) 544-5200) that my engine has a manufacturing defect and will be replaced. i was aware of the marb. *ak
10/25/19990
 Engine misses, runs rough, cladders in the morning, and it has very little pep compared to other cars. after taking vehicle back and forth between dealers, nothing could be done to correct the problem. *ak *ml
04/01/199902/01/1999
 4.0l engine began 'marbeling' at <5k miles (sounds like a diesel at times)
04/01/199902/01/1999
 4.0l engine began 'marbeling' at <5k miles (sounds like a diesel at times). *ak
10/02/1999
 While driving through a water puddle at a speed of 10 mph vehicle cut off.upon starting vehicle back up, the vehicle did not start at all, and had to be towed to the dealer. *ak
11/08/1998111/01/1998
 First the braking system started to vibrate when brake applied, rotors were machined, then brakes continued to lock up and calipers were replaced and now vibration has returned. second the engine has had a running problem since almost day one and now has loud knocking and rattling comming from engine. third, two of the steel wheels became weak and began to warp and truck could no longer be driven. as of now, vehicle has been in the shop for 22 consecutive days and i have only owned it five & a half weeks. so far, no repairs have been made to make the vehicle drivable.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
01/01/19011100001
 1996 ranger fan belt pulley failed and had to be replaced. the failures caused the motor to stop while driving. *ts the consumer contacted the manufacturer but they provided no assistance. *nm
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 Problems with vehicle's ball joints and belt tensioners. *mr the consumer expressed a concern about the air bag needing a deactivation switch, the consumer was told by the maryland state police the air bag was dangerous on the passenger side for small children and short people. *scc the consumer talked about two vehicles in the complaint a 1992 ford ranger and a 1999 ford ranger, the 1999 ranger was in need of a air bag deactivation switch and the 1992 ranger had belt tensioner and idler arm problems. the consumer no longer owned the 1992 ford ranger because it was lost in a flood *jb
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
01/31/20031
 Nar 02/28/2003. the consumer head a muttering sound coming from the engine. it was determined to be exhaust related due to a broken head pipe. *jb
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
09/12/1999509/01/1999
 Engine check light(po455 code) came on 5 times since new, problem in fuel system and no vacumn being able to be detected by the onboard computer system in fuel system (leaking vapors?), problem not corrected to date, attempting to track down problem (fuel tank changed, canister purge valve changed, problem persists). *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV)
06/01/200530000104/15/2000
 Dt: the throttle gets stuck intermittently. it doesn't matter if the air conditioner is on or off or the weather conditions. dealership has not checked the vehicle. however, other mechanics have looked at it but could not seem to pin point the problem, but suggested to replace the pc valve and the filter. consumer replaced them. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
10/01/200716000
 Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford ranger. a few years after the vehcile was purchased, the intake manifold failed. the dealer replaced the intake manifold sensor at the cost of $800.00. the repair did not remedy the failure. the drivers seat was not leveled with the steering column because the seat does not have sufficient padding. as a consequence he could not properly view the road-way, which caused a vehicle crash. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 160,000. the police report and the vehicle identification number was not available. there were no injuries. the current mileage was 220,000.

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