Ford F-150 Service Bulletins (2020)
247 manufacturer communications on file.
- May 18, 2021•Document ID: 10194421Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49805
- Date Added:
- June 1, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2011-2021 vehicles equipped with a diesel engine may have engine oil in the exhaust after turbocharger replacement for various reasons. To correct the condition, remove the exhaust and stand the exhaust up with the turbocharger inlet side facing down using a suitable drain pan. Allow the exhaust to drain for at least 24 hours and reinstall. Do not perform a manual exhaust regeneration.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 21-2150
- Date Added:
- June 3, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles with SYNC 3 may experience various SYNC performance related concerns. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49795
- Date Added:
- June 1, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may not be able to perform remote commands via the FordPass/LincolnWay App due to an erroneous deep sleep message. If the vehicle has been driven within 14 days and the battery state of charge is above 9.5 volts when the deep sleep message set, this is an erroneous message. Starting and running the vehicle will clear the message and allow the remote commands to function again. Inform customers that engineering is currently working on a solution for this condition that will be released via an over the air (OTA) update that is expected in June 2021. Replacement or reprogramming of the telematics control unit (TCU)/gateway module (GWM) will not resolve this condition. Monitor OASIS for additional information and schedule service appointments for customers once the repair becomes available.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 21-2144
- Date Added:
- June 3, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2015-2021 F-150 and 2017-2021 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit a lack of heat or cooling from the cabin vents when the climate control settings are adjusted between hot and cold. This may be due to a stuck/binding temperature door within the climate control housing or binding/inoperative temperature door actuator. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1081:07 may be present in the front controls interface module (FCIM). To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to remove the climate control housing and replace the temperature door actuator(s) and/or lubricate the temperature blend door bearing surface.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49761
- Date Added:
- May 3, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2011-2021 Mustang and F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit a ticking noise at idle after an engine oil change. It is often referred to as typewriter noise because of its similarity to the sound of a mechanical typewriter. The noise in question may be heard on some engines when engine temperatures reach 150F (65àâÂÂC) or higher and engine speed is at idle up to approximately 1700 RPMs. It can typically be heard at the front wheel well and is often isolated to the transmission bell housing or oil pan area. The typewriter noise is not detrimental to the engine function or durability and has no short or long term effects on the engine. This an operating characteristic of the 5.0L engine and no repairs should be attempted.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 21-2119
- Date Added:
- May 4, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2017-2020 F-150 2018-2020 Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on or before 31-Oct-2019 and 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 on initial start-up after a cold soak of 6 hours or more that may last for 2-5 seconds. This may be due to a worn variable cam timing (VCT) unit. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to replace the VCT units.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - April 9, 2021•Document ID: 10191519Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 21B10-S1
- Date Added:
- May 4, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCertain 2017-2020 Model Year F-150 Equipped with a 3.5L GTDI Engine Powertrain Control Module Reprogram for Cam Phaser Rattle Reports of Transmission Shudder after PCM Reprogram: Dealers are instructed to stop performing this field service action until further notice. This shudder is under investigation.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - March 29, 2021•Document ID: 10189610Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49708
- Date Added:
- March 31, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2018-2019 F-150/F-Super Duty/Expedition/Navigator and 2020 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a 'Trailer Connected' or 'Trailer Disconnected' message in the vehicle's message center with no trailer attached to the vehicle. To address this condition, reprogram the trailer module (TRM) using the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. For claiming use causal part 19H332 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- 21B10
- Date Added:
- April 3, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCertain 2017-2020 Model Year F-150 Equipped with a 3.5L GTDI Engine Powertrain Control Module Reprogram for Cam Phaser Rattle In some of the affected vehicles, an undesirable noise may develop from the cam phasers in the 3.5L GTDI engine. This noise might occur as a rattle when starting the engine after the vehicle was turned off for an extended period of time, or as a knocking noise when the engine is idling after it is warmed up. A cam phaser that has developed an undesirable noise does not affect the vehicle safety, performance, or emissions
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - March 2, 2021•Document ID: 10189762Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 21N03
- Date Added:
- April 3, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCertain 2017-2020 Model Year F-150 Equipped with a 3.5L GTDI Engine Cam Phaser Replacement In some of the affected vehicles, an undesirable noise may develop from the cam phasers in the 3.5L GTDI engine. This noise might occur as a rattle when starting the engine after the vehicle was turned off for an extended period of time or as a knocking noise when the engine is idling after it is warmed up. A cam phaser that has developed an undesirable noise does not affect the vehicle safety, performance, or emissions
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - February 23, 2021•Document ID: 10187882Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 21-2045
- Date Added:
- March 2, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost engine built on or before 04-Jul-2020 may experience an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2196, P2198, P2BF0, P2BF2, P2BF1, P2BF3, P2BEC, P2CEE, P2BED, P130D and/or P2BEF stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). There may also be an intermittent brief deceleration when cruise control is enabled. This may be due to software in the PCM. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram the PCM.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - February 23, 2021•Document ID: 10188010Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49618
- Date Added:
- March 3, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2018-2021 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P025A And/Or DTC U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to an intermittent or partial disconnect of the harness to the fuel pump control module (FPCM) connector, connector pin push-outs or loose/corroded grounds. Inspect FPCM connector, applicable grounds(F-150- G401, Expedition/Navigator- G403, Transit- G401, 2018-2019 Explorer G302, 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator- G407) and confirm FPCM connector (F-150- C4336, Expedition/Navigator- C433, Transit- C433, 2018-2019 Explorer C3239, 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator- C4033) is fully seated prior to performing PC/ED diagnostics or replacing any components.
Associated Products (21)2021 Ford Expedition2021 Ford Explorer2021 Ford F-1502021 Lincoln Aviator2021 Lincoln Navigator2020 Ford Expedition2020 Ford Explorer2020 Ford F-1502020 Ford Transit2020 Lincoln Aviator2020 Lincoln Navigator2019 Ford Expedition2019 Ford Explorer2019 Ford F-1502019 Ford Transit2019 Lincoln Navigator2018 Ford Expedition2018 Ford Explorer2018 Ford F-1502018 Ford Transit+ 1 moreAssociated Documents - February 16, 2021•Document ID: 10187998Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49583
- Date Added:
- March 3, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0021 and/or P0022 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). The vehicle may also exhibit noise near the front of the valve covers from the intake variable camshaft timing (VCT) phasers. To resolve this condition, verify the engine oil is at the proper level. Adjust the engine oil level as necessary. If the condition persists, replace only the VCT solenoid(s) associated with the DTCs present. If the condition persists after VCT solenoid replacement, continue with normal Powertrain Controls and Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) Manual diagnostics and/or follow engine NVH diagnostics in Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00. For claiming, use causal part 6M280 and applicable labor operations in the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - February 3, 2021•Document ID: 10187930Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49541
- Date Added:
- March 3, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2018-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with TCU and WiFi Hotspot, May display Vehicle Hotspot feature not enabled on this vehicle when attempting to enter the Hotspot menu. When using the FordPass/Lincoln Way application, the customer may receive a message saying Wi-Fi has been disabled from this vehicle. Check the vehicle specifications or vehicle build information for the mfal code on the PTS website (Detailed Vehicle Specifications). If mfal = WAFAC or WAFAB do not replace the TCU, engineering is currently investigating this condition. Inform customers Ford is developing a software fix that is expected in early March. In the interim, let the customer know they can continue to drive the vehicle and schedule a follow-up appointment with the customer for early March. Monitor OASIS for updates.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49483
- Date Added:
- February 4, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2017-2021 F-Super Duty and 2016-2021 F650-750 with 6.7L diesel engines, 2015-2019 Transit with 3.2L diesel engines and 2018-2021 F-150 with 3.0L diesel engines may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P206C in the powertrain control module (PCM). Review of repair data supports that P206C is often the result of incorrect diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) concentration. Per Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) Pinpoint Test (PPT) RJ, a DEF concentration reading below 28% will set P206C and cause vehicle derate. If low concentration is suspected, drain fluid and replace with known good DEF before replacing any parts. Low concentration of DEF is not a warrantable condition.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49477
- Date Added:
- February 4, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2015-2021 F-150, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2021 Nautilus, 2015-2021 Edge, 2017-2019 Fusion, 2017-2020 MKZ And 2017-2020 Continental vehicles equipped with a 2.7L/3.0L EcoBoost engine may appear to have a low engine oil level if the proper procedures are not followed. Refer to the Owner's Manual > Maintenance > Engine oil check section. When checking the engine oil level after shutting off the engine wait at least 15 minutes prior to checking in order to allow the oil to drain back to the oil pan. The engine oil level can be checked immediately if the engine has not been started. When changing the engine oil the engine needs to be at normal operating temperature and the oil filter removed before draining the oil. Allow the oil pan to drain completely for up to 5 minutes. Check oil level after filling by following the oil level check procedure.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 20-2423
- Date Added:
- January 5, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2018-2020 F-150/Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost High-Output engine and built on or before 11-Sept-2020 may exhibit excessive oil consumption with no visible oil leaks with or without diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0365 and/or P0369. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) and if necessary, replace the engine valve covers.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - November 24, 2020•Document ID: 10183394Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49355
- Date Added:
- December 4, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2015-2020 F-150 and 2018-2020 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L/2.7L EcoBoost engine and four-wheel drive (4WD) may exhibit an intermittent grinding type noise while driving in two-wheel drive (2WD), most commonly on acceleration. This noise could appear to be turbocharger related. After engineering analysis of returned turbochargers that have been replaced for this condition, no concerns were identified with the turbochargers. The grinding type noise may be related to the 4WD system integrated wheel ends (IWE). To aid in diagnosis, shift the vehicle to 4WD and attempt to verify the condition. If the grinding noise no longer occurs with the vehicle in 4WD a IWE vacuum system and/or mechanical fault may be present.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - November 9, 2020•Document ID: 10183567Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49318
- Date Added:
- December 4, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryFor 2011-2020 F-150/Mustang vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine when installing a replacement secondary timing chain tensioner (6K254) or secondary timing chain guide (6K297), it is necessary to replace both components as a pair, using the latest level parts. Make sure to use secondary timing chain tensioner part number ML3Z-6K254-A and secondary timing chain guide part number ML3Z-6K297-A.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- 20B39
- Date Added:
- December 5, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCertain 2020 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Front View and Center High Mount Stop Lamp Camera Improper Function In some of the affected vehicles, insufficient electrical conductivity within the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) internal to the camera may lead to intermittent front view or Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) camera operation. This could result in a blank or distorted image from the front of the vehicle or of the truck bed Dealers are to replace the front view camera or the CHMSL camera following the dealer bulletin technical information. This service must be performed on all affected vehicles at no charge to the vehicle owner.
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