Ford F-150 Service Bulletins (2018)

418 manufacturer communications on file.

September 20, 2018•Document ID: 10149768
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 47533
Date Added:
December 3, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018 Explorer, Expedition, F150 excluding Raptor fleet vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit (TCU) may exhibit incomplete Ford Telematics service subscription activation, inability to remotely interface with a vehicle, and/or not receiving fleet alerts. Reprogram the TCU using the appropriate Ford scan tool at the latest software level. Fleet vehicle and TCU type can be identified in the Vehicle Information section of OASIS. TCU will be listed as 4G SYNC Connect. For claiming, use causal part 14G229 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
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September 20, 2018•Document ID: 10149767
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 47532
Date Added:
December 3, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2017-2018 F-150 and 2018 Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost and built on or before 13-Jul-2018 may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0365 and/or P0369 with excessive oil consumption. If there are no visible external oil leaks, replace both engine valve covers. Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 303-01. For claiming, use causal part 6582 and applicable labor operations in Section 6 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
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September 18, 2018•Document ID: 10149748
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 18-2273
Date Added:
December 3, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2013-2018 F-150/Expedition/Navigator vehicles may exhibit an intermittent grinding noise coming from the right or left IWE area in 2WD mode. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
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September 11, 2018•Document ID: 10149758
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 47515
Date Added:
December 3, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2017-2018 F-150, 2018 Expedition/Navigator, 2018-2019 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 10R80 transmission may exhibit a whine noise. This may occur at idle and while driving coming from the bell housing and front pan area of the transmission. The whine noise may become louder when at operating temperature and increases with higher engine RPM in the Park position. A small amount of whine noise is considered to be characteristic of the 10R80 transmission due to the offset gear drivetrain in the front support and has no effect on durability.
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September 10, 2018•Document ID: 10149749
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 18-2274
Date Added:
December 3, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L, 3.5L or 5.0L engine and 10R80 automatic transmission and built on or before 15-May 2018 may exhibit harsh/bumpy upshift, downshift and/or engagement concerns. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
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August 31, 2018•Document ID: 10144952
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 47503
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2017-2018 Vehicles equipped with a 3.3L or 3.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a no crank no start condition that only occurs in freezing ambient temperatures. This may be due to a frozen starter. Replace the starter with part number Jl3Z-11002-E. For claiming, use causal part 11002 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
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August 31, 2018•Document ID: 10144926
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 18-2270
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost built on or before 12-Jul-2018 with greater than 500 miles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0300, P0316, P0301-P0306, P2196, P2198, P0171, and/or P0174 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
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August 29, 2018•Document ID: 10144948
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 47495
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018 F-Superduty/F-150/Explorer/Taurus/Flex/MKT/Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on 8-Mar-2018 and through 18-Jun-2018 may exhibit a soft brake pedal and/or long brake pedal travel. Bleed the brake system per Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-00. For claiming, use causal part 2552 and applicable labor operations in Section 02 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
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August 28, 2018•Document ID: 10144923
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 18-2264
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P00BD, P012F, P0181, P0474, P124C, P1247, P20EE, P205B, P2263, P2269, and/or P2459. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
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August 24, 2018•Document ID: 10144947
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
STEERING
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 47489
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
When connecting the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) to the DLC located on the driver side under the steering column at the GWM, make sure that the ignition is off before connecting the VCM. If the ignition is on or the engine is running during the connection, it can result in various warning lights being illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), no start, no crank conditions or the IPC inoperative. If a vehicle displays these issues, disconnect the equipment from the DLC and disconnect the vehicle battery. Wait 10 minutes and reinstall with the ignition off. Clear any DTCs present and retest.
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August 23, 2018•Document ID: 10144944
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 47486
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2017-2019 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit concerns related to brake drag. Utilize Workshop Manual (WSM) diagnostics in section 206-00 to verify the correct installation of the stoplamp switch. Improper adjustment of the stoplamp switch can cause the brake pedal assembly to lightly apply the brakes resulting in dragging condition.
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August 21, 2018•Document ID: 10144917
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 18-2252
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.3L Duratec/3.5L EcoBoost/5.0L built on or before 23-Jul-2018 at Dearborn Truck Plant or 31-Jul-2018 at Kansas City Assembly Plant may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P2450 and/or P144C stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
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August 21, 2018•Document ID: 10144916
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 18-2250
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2015-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.3L/3.5L Duratec, 3.5L EcoBoost and 5.0L engine and equipped with a block heater may exhibit a lack of heat concern from the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system when operating the vehicle consistently in temperatures that are below -20Å?C (4Å?F). This condition may be due to deposits from the engine coolant becoming trapped in the heater core. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
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August 21, 2018•Document ID: 10144911
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 18-2244
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2015-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.3L, 3.5L Duratec, 3.5L EcoBoost and 5.0L engine without a block heater may exhibit a lack of heat concern from the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system when operating the vehicle in temperatures consistently below -20 degrees C (4 degrees F). This condition may be due to deposits from the engine coolant becoming trapped in the heater core. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
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August 17, 2018•Document ID: 10144915
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 18-2249
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost and built on or before 27-Nov-2017 may exhibit an intermittent engine stall when coming to a stop while towing. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
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August 16, 2018•Document ID: 10144912
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 18-2245
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine built on or before 13-Aug-2018 may exhibit a lack of cooling from the A/C system. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
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August 14, 2018•Document ID: 10144938
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SERVICE BRAKES
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 47466
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
LINCOLN
Summary
Some 2018 F-Superduty/F-150/Explorer/Taurus/Flex/MKT/Fiesta vehicles built on 8-Mar-2018 and through 18-Jun-2018 may exhibit a soft brake pedal and/or long brake pedal travel. Bleed the brake system per Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-00. For claiming, use causal part BRAKE and applicable labor operations in Section 02 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
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August 7, 2018•Document ID: 10144935
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 47452
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2017-2019 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with BLIS that have had the pickup box removed for upfitter modification may exhibit a BLIS warning message in the message center with no associated DTCs. Using the appropriate Ford scan tool at the latest level, re-configure the BLIS system to correct this concern. These settings can be found under toolbox > module programming > programmable parameters > warning lamps and chimes and must be adjusted in multiple modules. Details can be found on the truck body builder advisory service (BBAS) website, found by clicking the link at the bottom of the webpage at https://www.fleet.ford.com. Once at the BBAS website, click on bulletins, and refer to published qualified vehicle modifier (QVM) bulletin for BLIS warning programming. Changes the BLIS configuration as a result of upfitter modifications are non-warrantable.
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August 7, 2018•Document ID: 10144933
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SERVICE BRAKES
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 47450
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018 F-Superduty/F-150/Explorer/Taurus/Flex/MKT vehicles built on 8-Mar-2018 and through 18-Jun-2018 may exhibit a soft brake pedal and/or long brake pedal travel. Bleed the brake system per Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-00. For claiming, use causal part BRAKE and applicable labor operations in Section 02 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
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August 2, 2018•Document ID: 10144932
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 47446
Date Added:
September 24, 2018
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV seal. Replace the oil pan following the procedure in Workshop Manual (WSM) Section, 303-01. After removing the oil pan it is suggested to allow the crankcase to drain overnight to minimize the chance of residual oil contaminating the crankcase sealing rail. Remove all traces of old RTV and clean the engine sealing surface using only Motorcraftù Metal Brake Parts Cleaner, then wipe with Motorcraftù Metal Surface Prep Wipes and allow to air dry. Refer to WSM, Section 303-00 > RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation. If possible, allow the new RTV sealant to cure for 4 hours before refilling the engine with oil. Skipping or improperly completing steps may result in repeat oil pan leaks.
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