Ford F-150 Service Bulletins (2018)

418 manufacturer communications on file.

December 4, 2019•Document ID: 10169808
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 19-2358
Date Added:
January 7, 2020
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018-2019 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine built on or before 12-Feb-2019 may exhibit a metallic grinding/rattling sound coming from the transmission bellhousing area under various operating conditions. This may be due to the torque converter studs contacting the engine to transmission spacer plate. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to replace the engine to transmission spacer plate with a new engine to transmission spacer plate that includes a bend for additional clearance.
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2019 Ford F-150 2018 Ford F-150
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November 21, 2019•Document ID: 10168821
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
STRUCTURE; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Mfr Comm. #:
18N03-S7
Date Added:
December 5, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Customer Satisfaction Program 18N03 - Supplement #7 Certain 2015-2018 Model Year F-150 and 2017-2018 Model Year F-250-F-550 Vehicles - Door Latch Freezing Concerns
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November 21, 2019•Document ID: 10168810
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48340
Date Added:
December 5, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2016-2019 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a map displayed on the left half of the SYNC screen with no other information/soft buttons present after updating to the latest version of V3.0 software. This issue occurs when the SYNC 3 system has been previously modified using an aftermarket device to display the Ford GT welcome screen/HMI Theme. To correct this issue, please contact the Technical Hotline Assistance Center to have the vehicle restored back to its original state.
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November 21, 2019•Document ID: 10168762
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
STRUCTURE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 19-2345
Date Added:
December 4, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018-2020 F-150/Expedition/Navigator/F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit a water leak on the right front floor during or after the air conditioning (A/C) is used. This may be due to condensation from the evaporator drain tube entering the vehicle through the drain tube seal. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to install an elbow on the evaporator drain tube to direct condensation away from the seal.
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November 18, 2019•Document ID: 10168756
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 19-2341
Date Added:
December 4, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
This article supersedes TSB 19-2285 to update the vehicle model years affected and Service Procedure. Some 2015-2020 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a glove compartment door that is difficult to latch on one or both sides or appears misaligned along the storage tray or right side instrument panel when closed. This may be due to the position of the glove compartment storage tray rubber mat or the seating of the glove compartment door strikers or glove compartment door hinge pins. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to reposition or adjust the affected component.
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2020 Ford F-150 2019 Ford F-150 2018 Ford F-150 2017 Ford F-150 2016 Ford F-150 2015 Ford F-150
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November 13, 2019•Document ID: 10168795
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48322
Date Added:
December 5, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2017-2019 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P04DB stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Regulatory monitor for DTC P04DB is sensitive to crankcase system pressure concerns such as oil level indicator o-ring seal, incorrectly installed oil level indicator, crankcase hose, vacuum hose disconnects and oil fill cap o-rings. If root cause is unidentified after inspection for loose, incorrectly installed crankcase pressure system concerns, perform Pinpoint Test HG.
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2019 Ford F-150 2018 Ford F-150 2017 Ford F-150
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November 13, 2019•Document ID: 10168754
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 19-2338
Date Added:
December 4, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
This article supersedes TSB 19-2133 to update the vehicle model years affected, Service Procedure and Parts List. Some 2018-2019 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit excessive oil consumption with no visible oil leaks.
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2019 Ford F-150 2018 Ford F-150
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November 8, 2019•Document ID: 10168794
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48316
Date Added:
December 5, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2017-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed. To correct this condition prior to programming, remove the TCU fuse for 5 minutes then reinstall. Delete all previous session files for the vehicle. Verify that the electronic serial number (ESN) is now displayed. Start a new IDS/FDRS session. Program the TCU to the latest IDS/FDRS version level. Make sure you are connected to the internet before retesting. 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.
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2019 Ford Ecosport 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 2019 Ford Fiesta 2019 Ford Fusion 2019 Ford Mustang 2019 Ford Transit Connect 2019 Lincoln Continental 2019 Lincoln MKC 2019 Lincoln MKX 2019 Lincoln MKZ 2018 Ford Ecosport 2018 Ford Escape 2018 Ford Explorer+ 10 more
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October 24, 2019•Document ID: 10167210
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48279
Date Added:
November 6, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit (TCU) may exhibit a persistent message in the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app advising, Your vehicles software is being updated. Vehicle controls will be unavailable for about 10 minutes while this update takes place. This may be due to the TCU still in factory mode. Using the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool, check the TCU_AUTHSTATE PID status showing Factory Mode. To correct this condition, perform programmable module installation (PMI) on the telematics control unit (TCU). Once PMI is completed, ensure the TCU_AUTHSTATE PID in service tool no longer displays Factory Mode. If the concern is still present, follow normal diagnostics in Workshop Manual (WSM) section 415-00. For claiming, use causal part 14G229.
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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 2019 Ford Fusion 2019 Ford Mustang 2019 Lincoln Continental 2019 Lincoln MKC 2018 Ford Escape 2018 Ford Explorer 2018 Ford F-150 2018 Ford Mustang 2018 Lincoln Continental 2018 Lincoln MKC 2018 Lincoln MKX 2018 Lincoln MKZ
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October 21, 2019•Document ID: 10167208
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48272
Date Added:
November 5, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2017-2018 F-150s built on or before 10-Jul-2018 and 2018-2019 Expedition and Navigator built on or before 8-Apr-2019 with 3.5L EcoBoost may exhibit tick, tap, or rattle type noises from top of engine front cover for 2-5 seconds after a cold start. A TSB is expected to be published late 4th quarter 2019. In the interim, replace all 4 VCT units and update the PCM calibration. Do not replace other cam drive related components unless inspection identifies a concern. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-01. Claim labor replace VCTs using published labor operations and PCM programming using M-time. Part availability is currently limited. Dealers should order parts only when required to complete a repair. Once the parts are ordered, the vehicle may be returned to the customer to drive. This condition does not affect long term durability or performance.
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2019 Ford Expedition 2019 Lincoln Navigator 2018 Ford Expedition 2018 Ford F-150 2018 Lincoln Navigator 2017 Ford F-150
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October 17, 2019•Document ID: 10167233
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48267
Date Added:
November 5, 2019
Manufacturer:
LINCOLN
Summary
Some 2018-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed. To correct this condition prior to programing remove the TCU fuse for 5 minutes then reinstall. Delete all previous session files for the vehicle. Verify that the electronic serial number (ESN) is now displayed. Start a new IDS/FDRS session. Program the TCU to the latest IDS/FDRS version level. Make sure you are connected to the internet before retesting. 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.
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2019 Ford Ecosport 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 2019 Ford Mustang 2019 Lincoln Continental 2019 Lincoln MKC 2019 Lincoln MKX 2019 Lincoln MKZ 2018 Ford Ecosport 2018 Ford Escape 2018 Ford Explorer 2018 Ford F-150 2018 Ford Mustang 2018 Lincoln Continental 2018 Lincoln MKC+ 2 more
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October 14, 2019•Document ID: 10167226
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48260
Date Added:
November 5, 2019
Manufacturer:
LINCOLN
Summary
Some 2017-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed. To correct this condition prior to programming, remove the TCU fuse for 5 minutes then reinstall. Delete all previous session files for the vehicle. Verify that the electronic serial number (ESN) is now displayed. Start a new IDS/FDRS session. Program the TCU to the latest IDS/FDRS version level. Make sure you are connected to the internet before retesting. 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.
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2019 Ford Ecosport 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 2019 Ford Fiesta 2019 Ford Fusion 2019 Ford Mustang 2019 Ford Transit Connect 2019 Lincoln Continental 2019 Lincoln MKC 2019 Lincoln MKX 2019 Lincoln MKZ 2018 Ford Ecosport 2018 Ford Escape 2018 Ford Explorer+ 10 more
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October 8, 2019•Document ID: 10167181
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 19-2285
Date Added:
November 5, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
This article supersedes TSB 19-2206 to update the Title, Issue Statement and Service Procedure. Some 2015-2019 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a glove compartment door that is difficult to latch on one or both sides or appears misaligned along the storage tray or right side instrument panel when closed. This may be due to the position of the glove compartment storage tray rubber mat or the seating of the glove compartment door strikers or glove compartment door hinge pins. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to reposition or adjust the affected component. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition on vehicles that meet all of the following criteria: * 2015-2019 F-150 * Glove compartment door is difficult to latch on one or both sides or appears misaligned
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2019 Ford F-150 2018 Ford F-150 2017 Ford F-150 2016 Ford F-150 2015 Ford F-150
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October 1, 2019•Document ID: 10167305
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
STRUCTURE
Mfr Comm. #:
19N06
Date Added:
November 6, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Customer Satisfaction Program 19N06 Certain 2018-2019 Model Year F-150-F-550 Vehicles Door Latch Freezing Concerns
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2019 Ford F-150 2019 Ford F-350 2019 Ford F-450 2019 Ford F-550 2018 Ford F-150 2018 Ford F-250 2018 Ford F-350 2018 Ford F-450 2018 Ford F-550
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September 27, 2019•Document ID: 10165709
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST; SEATS
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 19-2293
Date Added:
October 4, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2015-2019 F-150/Explorer, 2017-2019 F-Super Duty/Continental, 2018-2019 Expedition/Navigator, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019 Nautilus, and 2013-2019 MKZ vehicles equipped with Multi-Contour seats may exhibit intermittent multi-contour seat operation and/or massage and lumbar adjust inoperative from the seat switch or SYNC screen with or without diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1471, U024B, and/or U024C. This may be due to terminal fretting at the connector for the driver multi-contour seat module (SCMG) and passenger multi-contour seat module (SCMH). To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to replace the connectors and reroute the harness.
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2019 Ford Explorer 2019 Ford F-150 2019 Ford F-250 2019 Ford F-350 2019 Ford F-450 2019 Ford F-550 2019 Lincoln Continental 2019 Lincoln MKX 2019 Lincoln MKZ 2018 Ford Explorer 2018 Ford F-150 2018 Ford F-250 2018 Ford F-350 2018 Ford F-450 2018 Ford F-550 2018 Lincoln Continental 2018 Lincoln MKX 2018 Lincoln MKZ 2017 Ford Explorer 2017 Ford F-150+ 16 more
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September 5, 2019•Document ID: 10165697
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 19-2230
Date Added:
October 4, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018-2019 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine built on or before 12-Feb-2019 may exhibit a rattling sound coming from the transmission bellhousing area. This may be due to the torque converter studs contacting the engine to transmission spacer plate. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to replace the engine to transmission spacer plate with a new engine to transmission spacer plate that includes a bend for additional clearance.
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2019 Ford F-150 2018 Ford F-150
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September 5, 2019•Document ID: 10165685
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48168
Date Added:
October 4, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2017-2018 F-150 vehicles built on or before 10-Jul-2018 and 2018-2019 Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on or before 8-Apr-2019 equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a ticking, tapping, or rattle type noise from the top front cover area of the engine that last 2-5 seconds on initial start-up after a cold soak. This may be due to a worn variable cam timing (VCT) unit. A TSB is expected to be published 4th quarter of 2019. In the interim, replace all 4 VCT units and update the powertrain control module (PCM) calibration. Do not replace timing chains, tensioners, guides or other timing related components unless inspection clearly identifies a concern. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-01. Claim the labor required to replace VCTs using published labor operations and PCM programming using M-time. Monitor OASIS for updates.
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2018 Ford Expedition 2018 Ford F-150 2017 Ford Expedition 2017 Ford F-150
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August 29, 2019•Document ID: 10164600
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
SSM 48152
Date Added:
September 9, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a B and O audio system may exhibit a CD player that stops playing intermittently. This may occur after switching from CD to AM/FM and back to CD. This may be due unexpected or corrupt data from a radio broadcast signal. To correct the condition, reprogram the audio control module (ACM) using the latest software version of the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. For claiming, use causal part 18C869 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
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2018 Ford F-150
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August 26, 2019•Document ID: 10164426
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 19-2252
Date Added:
September 6, 2019
Manufacturer:
LINCOLN
Summary
Some 2013-2018 F-150/Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with four wheel drive (4WD) may exhibit an intermittent grinding noise while driving in two wheel drive (2WD) mode most commonly on acceleration. This may be due to a loss of vacuum to the integrated wheel end (IWE) actuators and/or wear of the IWE components. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to replace the worn vacuum and/or IWE components.
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August 23, 2019•Document ID: 10164427
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB 19-2257
Date Added:
September 6, 2019
Manufacturer:
FORD
Summary
Some 2018-2019 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0471 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to the exhaust pressure sensor. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the exhaust pressure sensor.
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