Ford Transit Service Bulletins

611 manufacturer communications on file.

August 6, 2020•Document ID: 10179117
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 20-2255
Date Added:
September 2, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F150/Focus/CMAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/ Transit Connect/Mustang, 2017-2018 Continental/Fusion/MKZ, 2017-2019 Explorer, 2016-2019 Escape/MKC/Flex/MKT/Taurus/Transit/Expedition/F-Super Duty, and 2018-2019 EcoSport vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience various SYNC performance related concerns. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure.
Associated Products (83)
2020 Ford Ecosport 2019 Ford Ecosport 2019 Ford Escape 2019 Ford Expedition 2019 Ford Explorer 2019 Ford F-250 2019 Ford F-350 2019 Ford F-450 2019 Ford F-550 2019 Ford Flex 2019 Ford Taurus 2019 Ford Transit 2019 Lincoln MKC 2019 Lincoln MKT 2018 Ford C-Max 2018 Ford Ecosport 2018 Ford Edge 2018 Ford Escape 2018 Ford Expedition 2018 Ford Explorer+ 63 more
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July 29, 2020•Document ID: 10177878
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BACK OVER PREVENTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 49033
Date Added:
August 4, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2020 F150/Nautilus/Expedition/Transit/Edge/Escape/Mustang vehicles built on or before 21-Jun-2020 may exhibit various front and/or rear parking aid camera concerns such as poor image quality, flickering and/or completely inoperative. If a vehicle exhibits this condition, replace the affected camera(s). Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 41313. For claiming, use causal part 19G490 and any applicable labor operations in Section 11 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
Associated Products (7)
2020 Ford Edge 2020 Ford Escape 2020 Ford Expedition 2020 Ford F-150 2020 Ford Mustang 2020 Ford Transit 2020 Lincoln Nautilus
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July 20, 2020•Document ID: 10178056
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
20B31
Date Added:
August 6, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
In all of the affected vehicles, the Standard Battery Guard (SBG) feature, typically used by specific third-party converters and upfitters, may not remain active for the period of time specified in the Ford Body & Equipment Mounting Manual (BEMM) after the vehicle is turned off. The SBG feature is used to control accessory power to peripheral devices connected to the vehicle power supply by utilizing the auxiliary fuse panel. For dual-battery equipped vehicles, the SBG can also control accessory power for the Customer Connection Point 2 (CCP2). The SBG feature may timeout prematurely and shut off vehicle accessory power to non-Ford connected peripheral devices at around 15 to 20 minutes rather than the full SBG timeout of 30 minutes on single battery equipped vehicles and 75 minutes on dual-battery equipped vehicles.
Associated Products (1)
2020 Ford Transit
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July 8, 2020•Document ID: 10177861
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 20-2226
Date Added:
August 6, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2020 Transit vehicles equipped with a 10R80 automatic transmission may exhibit a harsh engagement into drive with or without an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0772 and/or P2704 in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to sticking valves in the main control valve body. Most vehicles will improve and no longer exhibit the condition after the first 8,000 Km (5,000 Mi) of driving. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to perform the transmission accelerated main control break-in routine and/or replace the main control valve body.
Associated Products (1)
2020 Ford Transit
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June 30, 2020•Document ID: 10177120
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
LANE DEPARTURE
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48959
Date Added:
July 8, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
2020 Transit, F-Super Duty, F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial, 2021 F-650/F-750/E-series incomplete, chassis Cab, cutaway and stripped chassis vehicles equipped with a lane keeping or departure system are not calibrated from the factory to support final modifications. The final stage manufacturer is responsible for verifying that the lane keeping or departure system camera sensor is properly calibrated within Ford specifications once vehicles are completed. Calibrating the lane keeping or departure system utilizes the Ford scan tool to calibrate the front view camera. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM) section 419-07. Do not submit a claim for this condition.
Associated Products (7)
2021 Ford F-650 2021 Ford F-750 2020 Ford F-250 2020 Ford F-350 2020 Ford F-450 2020 Ford F-550 2020 Ford Transit
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June 29, 2020•Document ID: 10176954
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; LANE DEPARTURE
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48954
Date Added:
July 7, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
2020 Transit, F-Super Duty, F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial, 2021 F-650/F-750/E-series incomplete, chassis Cab, cutaway and stripped chassis vehicles equipped with a lane keeping or departure system are not calibrated from the factory to support final modifications. The final stage manufacturer is responsible for verifying that the lane keeping or departure system camera sensor is properly calibrated within Ford specifications once vehicles are completed. Calibrating the lane keeping or departure system utilizes the Ford FDRS scan tool to calibrate the front view camera. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM) section 419-07. Do not submit a claim for this condition.
Associated Products (7)
2021 Ford F-650 2021 Ford F-750 2020 Ford F-250 2020 Ford F-350 2020 Ford F-450 2020 Ford F-550 2020 Ford Transit
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June 22, 2020•Document ID: 10177034
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
LANE DEPARTURE
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48915
Date Added:
July 7, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
2020 Transit, F-Super Duty, F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial, 2021 F-650/F-750/E-series incomplete, chassis Cab, cutaway and stripped chassis vehicles equipped with a lane keeping or departure system are not calibrated from the factory to support final modifications. The final stage manufacturer is responsible for verifying that the lane keeping or departure system camera sensor is properly calibrated within Ford specifications once vehicles are completed. Calibrating the lane keeping or departure system utilizes the Ford FDRS scan tool to calibrate the front view camera. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM) section 419-01. Do not submit a claim for this condition.
Associated Products (11)
2021 Ford E-150 2021 Ford E-250 2021 Ford E-350 2021 Ford E-450 2021 Ford F-650 2021 Ford F-750 2020 Ford F-250 2020 Ford F-350 2020 Ford F-450 2020 Ford F-550 2020 Ford Transit
Associated Documents
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June 18, 2020•Document ID: 10177036
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48913
Date Added:
July 7, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2020 Transit vehicles equipped with a 10R80 automatic transmission and under 8,000 Km (5,000 mi) may exhibit a harsh engagement into DRIVE and/or REVERSE with or without an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). This may be due to sticking main control valves. A new Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) Transmission Accelerated Main Control Break-In routine has been developed to aid in freeing up sticking main control valves. This routine has been added to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01.
Associated Products (1)
2020 Ford Transit
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June 17, 2020•Document ID: 10177042
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48908
Date Added:
July 7, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2016-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a SYNC 3 Touchscreen may experience the volume control unresponsive from the Front Control Interface Module (FCIM) and steering volume controls when using Apple Car Play. When the Apple device is removed, volume control is restored. This is due to a concern with the Waze Navigation App software and Apple iOS version. To correct the condition, update the Waze App software and iOS to the latest version available and reboot the customer's Apple device. Perform an ignition cycle and reconnect the Apple device via USB. Open Apple Car Play and confirm volume control is restored. Installing/Updating third party software/applications is not warrantable.
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2020 Ford Ecosport 2020 Ford Edge 2020 Ford Escape 2020 Ford Expedition 2020 Ford Explorer 2020 Ford F-150 2020 Ford F-250 2020 Ford F-350 2020 Ford F-450 2020 Ford F-550 2020 Ford Fusion 2020 Ford Mustang 2020 Ford Ranger 2020 Ford Transit 2020 Ford Transit Connect 2020 Lincoln Aviator 2020 Lincoln Continental 2020 Lincoln Corsair 2020 Lincoln MKX 2020 Lincoln MKZ+ 101 more
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June 17, 2020•Document ID: 10176834
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SHIFT PATTERN INDICATOR; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 20-2185
Date Added:
July 6, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2020 Transit vehicles equipped with a 10R80 automatic transmission may exhibit a harsh engagement into drive with or without an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0772 and/or P2704 in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to sticking valves in the main control valve body. Most vehicles will improve and no longer exhibit the condition after the first 160 km (100 mi) of driving. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to replace the main control valve body and/or perform drive procedure.
Associated Products (1)
2020 Ford Transit
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June 4, 2020•Document ID: 10176846
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT
Mfr Comm. #:
20B21
Date Added:
July 6, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
In all of the affected vehicles, there are shallow pressed valve seats in the cylinder heads. This may lead to a rough idle, engine misfires with a reduction in power/torque, and a check engine/wrench light illuminated.
Associated Products (3)
2020 Ford Explorer 2020 Ford F-150 2020 Ford Transit
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June 2, 2020•Document ID: 10176933
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48864
Date Added:
July 7, 2020
Manufacturer:
LINCOLN
Summary
Some 2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit the infotainment system stating in Michigan when trying to select a point of interest using the push to talk feature on the navigation system. Engineering is currently working on a solution for this condition, which is expected to be available in July. Please monitor OASIS for additional information and schedule service appointments for customers once the repair becomes available.
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2020 Ford Ecosport 2020 Ford Edge 2020 Ford Escape 2020 Ford Expedition 2020 Ford Explorer 2020 Ford F-150 2020 Ford F-250 2020 Ford F-350 2020 Ford F-450 2020 Ford F-550 2020 Ford Fusion 2020 Ford Mustang 2020 Ford Ranger 2020 Ford Transit 2020 Ford Transit Connect 2020 Lincoln Aviator 2020 Lincoln Continental 2020 Lincoln Corsair 2020 Lincoln MKX 2020 Lincoln MKZ+ 2 more
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May 12, 2020•Document ID: 10175891
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 20-2160
Date Added:
June 5, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018-2019 Transit vehicles equipped with a 3.2L diesel engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P2452 and P2453 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to the PCM software. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram the PCM.
Associated Products (2)
2019 Ford Transit 2018 Ford Transit
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May 7, 2020•Document ID: 10175885
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 20-2150
Date Added:
June 4, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2015-2019 Transit vehicles built on or before 31-Dec-2018 and some 2017-2018 E-450 vehicles equipped with a 6.8L engine built on or before 16-Jul-2018 using the Motorcraft Orange coolant may exhibit an engine overheat concern. This condition may be due to deposits from the engine coolant becoming trapped in the radiator preventing coolant flow. To correct the condition, flush the cooling system, replace the radiator and fill with Motocraft Yellow coolant.
Associated Products (7)
2019 Ford Transit 2018 Ford E-450 2018 Ford Transit 2017 Ford E-450 2017 Ford Transit 2016 Ford Transit 2015 Ford Transit
Associated Documents
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April 24, 2020•Document ID: 10174386
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
20B21-A
Date Added:
May 5, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
In all of the affected vehicles, there are shallow pressed valve seats in the cylinder heads. This may lead to a rough idle, engine misfires with a reduction in power/torque and a check engine/wrench light illuminated.
Associated Products (3)
2020 Ford Explorer 2020 Ford F-150 2020 Ford Transit
Associated Documents
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April 22, 2020•Document ID: 10174421
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48757
Date Added:
May 4, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some customers may experience a notification in the FordPass and/or LincolnWay apps that indicates their vehicle has entered "deep sleep mode". This mode is enabled due to the vehicle not being started for 14 consecutive days or battery voltage is at/or below 9.5 volts. Some 2020 models will also set a warning if the telematic control unit (TCU) has received an automatic over the air update. The purpose of deep sleep mode is to conserve battery voltage. When deep sleep mode is enabled, the TCU is powered down and all communication with the FordPass and/or LincolnWay apps are disabled. To wake the vehicle from deep sleep mode, manually start the vehicle. More deep sleep mode information can be found in the FordPass or LincolnWay apps under: More > Guides > click in search entry box > type "deep sleep" and click on "Ask".
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2020 Ford Edge 2020 Ford F-150 2020 Ford F-250 2020 Ford F-350 2020 Ford F-450 2020 Ford F-550 2020 Ford Fusion 2020 Ford Mustang 2020 Ford Transit 2020 Lincoln Continental 2020 Lincoln MKX 2020 Lincoln MKZ 2019 Ford Edge 2019 Ford Escape 2019 Ford Explorer 2019 Ford F-150 2019 Ford F-250 2019 Ford F-350 2019 Ford F-450 2019 Ford F-550+ 54 more
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April 3, 2020•Document ID: 10174406
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48718
Date Added:
May 4, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2020 Transit vehicles with no rear floor covering built on or before 16-Dec-2019 are manufactured without the step well pad on the passenger sliding door step. The vehicle is not misbuilt. Do not submit a claim for this condition.
Associated Products (1)
2020 Ford Transit
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March 19, 2020•Document ID: 10172990
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
STEERING
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48652
Date Added:
April 2, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
SSM 48652 - 2020 Transit - Lack Of Power Steering Assist On Initial Engine Start-Up With Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U2016:47 - Built On Or After 12-Aug-2019 Some 2020 Transit vehicles built on or after 12-Aug-2019 may exhibit a lack of power steering assist on initial engine start-up with DTC U2016:47 stored in the power steering control module (PCSM). If the DTC is present, before performing Workshop Manual (WSM) diagnostics, reprogram the PCSM with the latest software level of the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. If DTC U2016:47 returns, continue with diagnostics and repair direction from WSM, Section 211-02. For claiming, use causal part 3504 and applicable labor operations in Sections 03 and 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
Associated Products (1)
2020 Ford Transit
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- Download MC-10172990-0001.pdf↗
March 19, 2020•Document ID: 10172988
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48649
Date Added:
April 2, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
SSM 48649 - 2020 Various Vehicles - Equipped With Telematics Control Unit (TCU) - Incomplete User Authorization, Vehicle Connectivity/Location And/Or FordPass/LincolnWay Concerns Some 2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit incomplete user authorization, no authorization pop-up on the SYNC infotainment system, vehicle connectivity concerns, vehicle location disabled message and/or various FordPass/LincolnWay App command/control concerns. To correct these conditions, ensure that customer connectivity settings (CCS) are turned on in the SYNC system. If the concerns persist after CCS is turned on, turn CCS OFF, perform an ignition cycle, and turn CCS settings back on. After any CCS changes, force-close and relaunch the FordPass/ LincolnWay app on the customers phone. Once CCS is turned on, program the TCU to the latest IDS/FDRS version level. If the concern is still present, follow normal diagnostics in Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 415-00. Refer to PTS OASIS home page for TCU version identification. For claiming, use causal part 14G229.
Associated Products (8)
2020 Ford Ecosport 2020 Ford Edge 2020 Ford Fusion 2020 Ford Mustang 2020 Ford Transit 2020 Ford Transit Connect 2020 Lincoln MKX 2020 Lincoln MKZ
Associated Documents
- Download MC-10172988-0001.pdf↗
March 13, 2020•Document ID: 10172987
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48633
Date Added:
April 2, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
SSM 48633 - 2018-2019 Transit - 3.2L Diesel Engine - Illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) With Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P2452 And/Or P2453 Some 2018-2019 Transit vehicles equipped with a 3.2L diesel engine may experience an illuminated MIL with DTC P2452 and/or P2453 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Engineering is working to implement a solution for this condition. In the interim, clear the DTCs with the appropriate Ford scan tool. Advise the customer that a repair is expected to be available mid-May 2020 and that the condition has no effect on vehicle operation or long term durability. Dealers are asked to follow-up with their customers to schedule a service appointment once a TSB is published.
Associated Products (2)
2019 Ford Transit 2018 Ford Transit
Associated Documents
- Download MC-10172987-0001.pdf↗

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