Ford F-450 Service Bulletins (2012)
154 manufacturer communications on file.
- January 6, 2021•Document ID: 10186567Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49430
- Date Added:
- February 4, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
Summary2011-2021 F-Super Duty and 2016-2021 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit a high/elevated idle condition. During prolonged idle time, vehicles may experience this high/elevated idle to reduce buildup of unburned hydrocarbons from the SCR system. The powertrain control module (PCM) estimates hydrocarbon levels in the SCR and may increase idle speed to remove them. Idle speed will be increased to 1000 revolutions per minute (rpms) for ambient temperatures near 26C (80F) and may increase to as high as 1200 rpms at -40 C (-40F). These elevated idle periods can last from 20-40 minutes, depending on ambient temperatures. During power take off (PTO) use and already using idle set point control, the elevated speed is disabled. It is required that the operator monitor the vehicle and adhere to the Exhaust Filter warning messages.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 49065
- Date Added:
- September 4, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2011-2020 F-Super Duty, 2015-2019 Transit, 2016-2021 F-650/F-750 and 2018-2020 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L, 3.2L or 3.0L engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P207F, P20EE, P229F, P2201 and/or P24AE. This may be a result of using aftermarket cleaning liquids or tools for the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler or intake. Ford does not recommend the cleaning of diesel intakes or EGR coolers using any aftermarket tool that injects a cleaning foam or liquid substance into the EGR cooler or intake. Using these types of fluids can result in sodium poisoning of the NOx and particulate matter (PM) sensors resulting in degraded operation and permanent damage to the after treatment system. Use of these cleaning tools may void the emissions warranty of the hot end after treatment exhaust system and the attached emissions sensors.
Associated Products (58)2021 Ford F-6502021 Ford F-7502020 Ford F-1502020 Ford F-2502020 Ford F-3502020 Ford F-4502020 Ford F-5502019 Ford F-1502019 Ford F-2502019 Ford F-3502019 Ford F-4502019 Ford F-5502019 Ford F-6502019 Ford F-7502019 Ford Transit2018 Ford F-1502018 Ford F-2502018 Ford F-3502018 Ford F-4502018 Ford F-550+ 38 moreAssociated Documents - January 29, 2020•Document ID: 10170992Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48494
- Date Added:
- February 4, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2005-2020 F-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for severe duty and is non warrantable. The knuckle seal shield kit GC3Z-54024A38-A includes an installation instruction sheet
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48139
- Date Added:
- September 9, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome remanufactured 6.7L diesel engines recently installed in 2011-2014 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit a lack of power with engine oil temperature (EOT) exceeding 125Ã âC (257Ã âF) under loads. This may also be accompanied by REDUCED ENGINE POWER being displayed in the message center and the coolant temperature gauge indicating H. This symptom may be due to a missing metering cup plug in the upper oil pan causing reduced oil flow through the oil cooler. Remanufactured engines built on 1-Mar-2019 and through 13-May-2019 may be affected. If a vehicle exhibits this concern, use the Report a Vehicle Concern link at the bottom of the OASIS tab and submit a report. Include the engine serial number and engine build date in the report. The dealership may be contacted for further details and possible repair direction.
Associated Products (16)Associated Documents - August 9, 2019•Document ID: 10164508Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR; VISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48130
- Date Added:
- September 6, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid can attack the glass and cause visual distortion and/or discoloration on the outer surface which cannot be removed by further cleaning. If this type of distortion is found, inspect the area of the glass that is covered by the cowl and/or molding. The portion of glass that is covered by the cowl or molding will not be affected by the acid. Hydrofluoric acid damage is not a defect in material or workmanship and is not a warrantable condition.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48123
- Date Added:
- September 6, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryFor Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness (14300 and 14301) for this concern. Positive battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-AA and negative battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-BA are available for this type of repair. Do not cut or shorten the battery cable, instead carefully remove the affected battery cable clamp and clean the cable end as necessary to preserve wire length. Some rework may be necessary for some vehicle environments. Bend the new positive battery cable clamp as needed and crimp it to the existing battery cable. Make sure to use heat shrink tubing over the battery cable to battery cable clamp connection. Obtain the heat shrink tube locally.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- 18M05
- Date Added:
- August 7, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCustomer Satisfaction Program 18M05 Certain 2011-2012 Model Year F-450 and F-550 Vehicles Equipped with a 6.7L Engine Turbocharger Extended Warranty Coverage
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48044
- Date Added:
- July 8, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2011-2019 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may come in for scheduled maintenance on the engine mounted fuel filter. When reconnecting a fuel line quick connect fitting back onto the engine mounted fuel filter housing, push the connector all the way onto the fuel filter connection port. For some vehicles, you may need to depress a retainer clip to lock the quick connect port into place. Once the fitting is latched fully onto the connection port, pull straight backward on the fuel line to verify it is fully latched onto the connection port. Do not bend the fuel line connection when pulling to verify it is connected. Refer to Workshop Manual sections 310-00 for details on quick connect fittings.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 47979
- Date Added:
- June 6, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2005-2019 F-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for severe duty and is non warrantable. The knuckle seal shield kit GC3Z-54024A38-A includes an installation instruction sheet
Associated Products (60)2019 Ford F-2502019 Ford F-3502019 Ford F-4502019 Ford F-5502018 Ford F-2502018 Ford F-3502018 Ford F-4502018 Ford F-5502017 Ford F-2502017 Ford F-3502017 Ford F-4502017 Ford F-5502016 Ford F-2502016 Ford F-3502016 Ford F-4502016 Ford F-5502015 Ford F-2502015 Ford F-3502015 Ford F-4502015 Ford F-550+ 40 moreAssociated Documents - May 10, 2019•Document ID: 10160931Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 47976
- Date Added:
- June 7, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryOn vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/transmission alignment dowel pins are present as well as the engine crankshaft dowel pin, if equipped, when installing the transmission. Failure to adequately lubricate the converter hub greatly increases the likelihood of the flexplate cracking in the future. Missing dowels may cause a misalignment issue also resulting in a premature failure. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB19-2143
- Date Added:
- June 5, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2011-2016 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine may exhibit a lack of power and/or illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0299 in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to the charge air cooler (CAC) outlet tube assembly becoming disconnected at the throttle body or a separation at the CAC tube crimp clamp. To resolve this concern, follow the Service Procedure steps to replace the CAC outlet tube assembly.Follow the service procedure steps to correct the condition.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 47948
- Date Added:
- May 7, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySSM 47948 - 2010-2019 Various Vehicles - Turbocharged Engines - Oil Supply Filter Replacement When Replacing The Turbocharger Or The Turbocharger Oil Supply Tube For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing and/or replacing turbo related concerns, all steps within the Workshop Manual (WSM) procedure must be followed including replacement of all mandatory discarded parts. When specified in the WSM, the turbocharger oil supply filter must be replaced whenever the turbocharger or the turbocharger oil supply tube are replaced. Turbocharger bearing failure may occur if oil starvation occurs due to a restricted filter.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 47886
- Date Added:
- April 3, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2012-2016 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit a battery cable clamp corrosion concern at the positive battery terminal. It is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness CC3Z-14300-A for this concern. Positive battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-AA is available and can be used to replace just the corroded terminal. Do not cut or shorten the battery cable, but instead remove the corroded battery cable clamp and clean the cable end as necessary. Bend the new battery cable clamp as needed and crimp it to the existing battery cable. Make sure to use heat shrink tubing over the battery cable to battery cable clamp connection. Obtain the heat shrink tube locally.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 47836
- Date Added:
- April 8, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2011-2019 F-Super Duty 6.7L diesel equipped vehicles may exhibit a ticking/tapping noise traced to the reductant injector.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 47836
- Date Added:
- April 1, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2011-2019 F-Super Duty 6.7L diesel equipped vehicles may exhibit a ticking/tapping noise traced to the reductant injector.
Associated Products (54)2019 Ford F-2502019 Ford F-3502019 Ford F-4502019 Ford F-5502019 Ford F-6502019 Ford F-7502018 Ford F-2502018 Ford F-3502018 Ford F-4502018 Ford F-5502018 Ford F-6502018 Ford F-7502017 Ford F-2502017 Ford F-3502017 Ford F-4502017 Ford F-5502017 Ford F-6502017 Ford F-7502016 Ford F-2502016 Ford F-350+ 34 moreAssociated Documents - January 8, 2019•Document ID: 10153984Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 18M04
- Date Added:
- March 4, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCertain 2011-2012 Model Year 6.7L F-450-F-550 Chassis Cab Vehicles Over 14K GVWR - NOx Sensor Extended Warranty Coverage
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 47641
- Date Added:
- January 7, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2011-2019 F-Super Duty, 2015-2019 Transit, 2016-2019 F-650/F-750 and 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L, 3.2L or 3.0L engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P207F, P20EE, P229F, P2201 and/or P24AE. This may be a result of using aftermarket cleaning liquids or tools for the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler or intake. Ford does not recommend the cleaning of diesel intakes or EGR coolers using any aftermarket tool that injects a cleaning foam or liquid substance into the EGR cooler or intake. Using these types of fluids can result in sodium poisoning of the NOx and particulate matter (PM) sensors resulting in degraded operation and permanent damage to the aftertreatment system. Use of these cleaning tools may void the emissions warranty of the hot end aftertreatment exhaust system and the attached emissions sensors.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- DOR-B8H4Z-11
- Date Added:
- November 19, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryThis SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly may cause a perceptible increase in steering effort.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 47402
- Date Added:
- September 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryWhen performing diagnostics for DTCs P2201, P2452, P2459, P246C and/or P2463, a manual regeneration and diesel particulate filter (DPF) parameter reset using the appropriate scan tool may need to be performed. To perform the manual regeneration, go to the Toolbox tab > Powertrain > Service Functions > Diesel Particulate Regeneration System > DPF Manual Regeneration. The scan tool may indicate that a regeneration of the DPF is not recommended at this time, selecting YES on this screen will allow the regeneration process to complete. To perform the DPF parameter reset, go to the Toolbox tab > Powertrain > Service Functions > Diesel Particulate Regeneration System > DPF Parameter Reset.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- tsb18-2190
- Date Added:
- September 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2011-2012 F-250/F-350 and 2011-2015 F-450/F-550 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine built on or before 9-Dec-2014 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P2043, P205C and/or P205D. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
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