Ford Bronco Service Bulletins (2023)
212 manufacturer communications on file.
- March 1, 2023•Document ID: 10233849Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 23B08
- Date Added:
- April 6, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCertain 2023 Model Year Explorer, Bronco, Ranger Vehicles Equipped with 2.3L Gas Engine In all of the affected vehicles, a damaged tool used during the engine block machining process may have allowed the main oil galley to exceed specification, resulting in an insufficient seal of the main oil galley plug. An insufficient seal at the main oil galley plug may result in an oil leak from the engine block.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - February 27, 2023•Document ID: 10232483Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51389
- Date Added:
- March 4, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2023 F-150/Bronco customers may experience inoperative remote start and/or remote lock and unlock through the FordPass application. Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) U0146:09 may be stored in the telematics control unit (TCU), and U2402:00 and/or U2402:92 may be stored in the gateway module (GWM). Inform the customer they can continue to drive the vehicle. A solution is planned for deployment via Ford Power-Up software updates delivered over-the-air (OTA) beginning June 2023. Software will update automatically on vehicles connected to FordPass. Monitor OASIS for additional information. Schedule a service appointment in late June 2023 for customers that are not connected to FordPass once the repair becomes available.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - February 22, 2023•Document ID: 10232479Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51377
- Date Added:
- March 4, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
Summary2021-2023 Bronco vehicles are equipped with a smart windshield wiper motor, which has the capability of sensing load of the wiper blades coming across the windshield glass. As a result of this operational characteristic/design, the operation may not be what is expected in certain conditions. The vehicle is programmed with protection features to prevent damage to the wiper motor in case of overheating, operation with dry windshields, or obstructions to the wiper blade (snow, ice, etc.). In such conditions, the wiper motor will temporarily reduce its speed and/or reduce area of cleaning until the condition is no longer present.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - February 22, 2023•Document ID: 10232478Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51376
- Date Added:
- March 4, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles may exhibit a creak/pop type noise when any of the side doors are opened and closed. This may be due to incorrect door installation, alignment and/or incorrect tightening of the two bolts which hold the door to the vehicle body. To correct this condition, inspect for and address any damage to the door and/or latch components, then remove and reinstall the suspect door following the instructions located in the Digital Owners Manual, Removable Vehicle Components > Removable Doors > Removing and Installing the Doors. In this section you ll also find a detailed tutorial video of the process. If the noise persists, perform the Front/Rear Door Alignment procedure located in the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-03 Body Closures.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - February 14, 2023•Document ID: 10232421Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51359
- Date Added:
- March 4, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with 2.7L engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P04DB stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to a fault detected while in transport mode or a leak in the positive crankcase ventilation system (PCV). To correct the condition, perform a visual inspection of all possible sources outlined in Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-08B pinpoint test (PPT) HG. Deactivate transport mode and place into normal operation mode, refer to WSM, Section 419-10. Clear all DTCs, allow the vehicle to sit with key off for at least 2 hours or until engine coolant temperature (ECT) is below 45ðC (113ðF). Start the vehicle and allow it to idle in park (P) for at least 1 minute. Using the appropriate scan tool, check for DTCs. If DTC P04DB returns, perform PPT HG in the WSM.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - February 10, 2023•Document ID: 10232586Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 23B05
- Date Added:
- March 7, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCertain 2023 Model Year Explorer, Bronco, Ranger Vehicles Equipped with 2.3L Gas Engine In all of the affected vehicles, a damaged fixture used during the engine block machining process may have allowed the dimension of one of the head bolt bore holes to exceed specification, reducing head bolt thread engagement.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - January 25, 2023•Document ID: 10230774Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY; STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 23-2013
- Date Added:
- January 31, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a factory soft top roof may experience snow or sand accumulation on the vehicles interior during a strong storm with high winds. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to retrofit the soft top assembly.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - January 23, 2023•Document ID: 10230778Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY; STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 23-2024
- Date Added:
- January 31, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a factory soft top roof may exhibit a headliner that is detaching from the soft top material. This may be due to the factory installation process. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to reattach the headliner or replace
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - January 23, 2023•Document ID: 10230775Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 23-2015
- Date Added:
- January 31, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
Summary2021-2022 F-150 vehicles with 2.7L, 3.3L, 3.5L EcoBoost or 5.0L engines, 2020-2022 Transit vehicles with 3.5L Duratec/3.5L EcoBoost engines, 2023 Bronco with the 2.3L engine having charging system diagnostics performed in the Workshop Manual (WSM) may experience the generator voltage desired (GENVDSD) parameter identification (PID) missing from the powertrain control module (PCM) PID list in the Ford Diagnosis And Repair System (FDRS) scan tool. This may be due to a software parameter in the PCM. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram the PCM.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - January 6, 2023•Document ID: 10230784Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51287
- Date Added:
- January 31, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with a soft top roof may experience a strut that has detached from the soft top frame. It is not possible to reinstall one of these struts once they become detached from the frame. If this occurs, a service strut must be ordered which will arrive with a compression bracket which maintains the exact strut length required for installation. For installation instructions, refer to the Workshop Manual, Section 501-18A. The larger, rear struts are available by ordering (service part number: M2DZ-78515A60-B). The smaller, front struts are available by ordering (service part number: M2DZ-78515A59-B). Each part number contains 1 strut.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - December 16, 2022•Document ID: 10228876Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51261
- Date Added:
- January 6, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the appropriate pinpoint test in section 206-00. The brake rotors should only be machined if directed by the WSM because one or more of the following conditions are present on the braking surface: scoring, excessive corrosion/rust or pitting, bluing/discoloration and/or heat spots. For additional information, refer to WSM section 206-00.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51227
- Date Added:
- January 5, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit noises coming from the brake pedal while applying and/or releasing the brake pedal or while the vehicle is off without brake pedal application. A single click and/or clunk may be heard during brake pedal application and again on brake pedal release and is considered normal. Clicking may also be heard while the vehicle is off, and without the brake pedal being applied. The clicking heard with the vehicle off is due to the EBB going through the normal shut-down process. The amount of noise will vary between EBB modules and replacement of the EBB module is not expected to reduce the noises.
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