Lincoln Continental Service Bulletins
627 manufacturer communications on file.
- March 9, 2020•Document ID: 10172972Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsUNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48619
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySSM 48619 - Various Vehicles - Perimeter Alarm Armed And Original Vehicle Keys Cannot Be Accessed to Enter Vehicle - CAN Protection Strategy Some 2013-2016 Model Year Vehicles may exhibit a concern in which the Perimeter Alarm is active and the original keys cannot be accessed to disable the perimeter alarm. This concern would most often occur when a customer loses keys and the dealership is attempting to program new keys to the vehicle. The Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 419-01A Perimeter Anti-Theft Alarm - System Operation and Component Description has been updated to inform of the Controller Area Network (CAN) Protection Strategy. Follow the procedure outlined to prevent replacement of the Body Control Module (BCM) on CAN Protection Strategy equipped vehicles when original keys are lost and perimeter alarm is active. Refer to the WSM for further detail on the CAN Protection Strategy. Lost keys and replacement of BCM for lost keys is non-warrantable.
Associated Products (151)2020 Ford Ecosport2020 Ford Edge2020 Ford F-1502020 Ford F-2502020 Ford F-3502020 Ford F-4502020 Ford F-5502020 Ford Fusion2020 Ford Mustang2020 Ford Transit2020 Ford Transit Connect2020 Lincoln MKX2020 Lincoln MKZ2019 Ford Ecosport2019 Ford Edge2019 Ford Escape2019 Ford Explorer2019 Ford F-1502019 Ford F-2502019 Ford F-350+ 131 moreAssociated Documents - February 18, 2020•Document ID: 10172019Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48558
- Date Added:
- March 3, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySSM 48558 - 2017-2020 Various Vehicles Equipped With Telematics Control Unit (TCU) - Various FordPass/LincolnWay Mobile App Concerns 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 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
Associated Products (40)2020 Ford F-2502020 Ford F-3502020 Ford F-4502020 Ford F-5502020 Ford Fusion2020 Ford Mustang2020 Ford Transit2020 Ford Transit Connect2020 Lincoln MKZ2019 Ford Ecosport2019 Ford Edge2019 Ford Escape2019 Ford Explorer2019 Ford F-1502019 Ford F-2502019 Ford F-3502019 Ford F-4502019 Ford F-5502019 Ford Fiesta2019 Ford Fusion+ 20 moreAssociated Documents - December 20, 2019•Document ID: 10169986Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48423
- Date Added:
- January 8, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2015-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. This may be due to small debris causing the VCT solenoid to stick. Before attempting any component diagnosis or replacement of the VCT solenoid, refer to Powertrain Control and Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) pinpoint test HK11 to cycle the affected VCT solenoid 10 times to attempt to clear the debris. For claiming, use causal part 6M280 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
Associated Products (103)2020 Ford Ecosport2020 Ford Edge2020 Ford F-1502020 Ford Fusion2020 Ford Mustang2020 Ford Transit Connect2020 Lincoln MKX2020 Lincoln MKZ2019 Ford Ecosport2019 Ford Edge2019 Ford Escape2019 Ford Explorer2019 Ford F-1502019 Ford Fiesta2019 Ford Flex2019 Ford Fusion2019 Ford Mustang2019 Ford Taurus2019 Ford Transit2019 Ford Transit Connect+ 83 moreAssociated Documents - December 20, 2019•Document ID: 10169894Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 19-2387
- Date Added:
- January 7, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2018-2019 Edge/Continental, 2018 MKX and 2019 Nautilus vehicles built on or before 1-Aug-2019 and 2018-2019 Fusion/MKZ vehicles built on or before 15-Aug-2019 equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost or 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV seal. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to replace the oil pan with a new oil pan equipped with a press in place gasket.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - December 6, 2019•Document ID: 10169809Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 19-2359
- Date Added:
- January 7, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2017-2019 Continental, 2018-2020 Navigator vehicles may experience seat pan looseness, lateral movement, and/or clunk/thump noise on turns. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to install an isolator to the front cross tube on both front seat tracks.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - December 5, 2019•Document ID: 10169902Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48381
- Date Added:
- January 7, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2017 Fusion and MKZ vehicles built on or before 18-Feb-2017 and Continental vehicles may exhibit front windows that fail to open or close completely, bounce back, and/or have a complete loss of the one-touch feature. Reprogram the driver door module (DDM) and/or the passenger door module (PDM) to the latest calibration using IDS version 106.02 or higher. Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to obtain the latest updates. Calibration files may also be obtained at www.motorcraftservice.com. After programming perform the IDS power window initialization procedure. Access to this IDS learn procedure is available under Toolbox/Body/Power Window Initialization. For claiming, use causal part 14B291 and applicable labor operations in section 10 of the service labor time standards (SLTS) manual.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - November 21, 2019•Document ID: 10168810Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48340
- Date Added:
- December 5, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 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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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48336
- Date Added:
- December 5, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2019 F150, Ranger, Continental, Edge, Nautilus, Mustang, Fusion or MKZ may experience voice prompts that skip, hiccup or have short pauses while directions are being provided. No repairs should be made to attempt to correct this condition. Engineering is currently investigating the concern. Monitor Oasis for updates.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - November 8, 2019•Document ID: 10168794Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48316
- Date Added:
- December 5, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 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.
Associated Products (30)2019 Ford Ecosport2019 Ford Edge2019 Ford Escape2019 Ford Explorer2019 Ford F-1502019 Ford F-2502019 Ford F-3502019 Ford F-4502019 Ford F-5502019 Ford Fiesta2019 Ford Fusion2019 Ford Mustang2019 Ford Transit Connect2019 Lincoln Continental2019 Lincoln MKC2019 Lincoln MKX2019 Lincoln MKZ2018 Ford Ecosport2018 Ford Escape2018 Ford Explorer+ 10 moreAssociated Documents - November 5, 2019•Document ID: 10168752Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 19-2332
- Date Added:
- December 4, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2015-2017 Edge, 2016-2017 MKX, 2017 Fusion/MKZ/Continental vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost or 3.0L EcoBoost engine vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV seal. This may be due to a lack of RTV adhesion. This article includes detailed steps to achieve proper RTV adhesion. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to replace the oil pan.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - October 24, 2019•Document ID: 10167210Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48279
- Date Added:
- November 6, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 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.
Associated Products (19)2019 Ford Escape2019 Ford Explorer2019 Ford F-1502019 Ford F-2502019 Ford F-3502019 Ford F-4502019 Ford F-5502019 Ford Fusion2019 Ford Mustang2019 Lincoln Continental2019 Lincoln MKC2018 Ford Escape2018 Ford Explorer2018 Ford F-1502018 Ford Mustang2018 Lincoln Continental2018 Lincoln MKC2018 Lincoln MKX2018 Lincoln MKZAssociated Documents - October 18, 2019•Document ID: 10167206Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48270
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2017-2019 Continental vehicles may exhibit the user customizable personalization settings in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) reverting to their default settings. This may include IPCs set to languages other than English reverting back to English. This may be due to the characteristics of the software in the IPC. To correct the condition, reprogram the IPC using the latest software level of the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - October 17, 2019•Document ID: 10167233Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48267
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 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.
Associated Products (22)2019 Ford Ecosport2019 Ford Escape2019 Ford Explorer2019 Ford F-1502019 Ford F-2502019 Ford F-3502019 Ford F-4502019 Ford F-5502019 Ford Mustang2019 Lincoln Continental2019 Lincoln MKC2019 Lincoln MKX2019 Lincoln MKZ2018 Ford Ecosport2018 Ford Escape2018 Ford Explorer2018 Ford F-1502018 Ford Mustang2018 Lincoln Continental2018 Lincoln MKC+ 2 moreAssociated Documents - October 14, 2019•Document ID: 10167226Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48260
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 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.
Associated Products (30)2019 Ford Ecosport2019 Ford Edge2019 Ford Escape2019 Ford Explorer2019 Ford F-1502019 Ford F-2502019 Ford F-3502019 Ford F-4502019 Ford F-5502019 Ford Fiesta2019 Ford Fusion2019 Ford Mustang2019 Ford Transit Connect2019 Lincoln Continental2019 Lincoln MKC2019 Lincoln MKX2019 Lincoln MKZ2018 Ford Ecosport2018 Ford Escape2018 Ford Explorer+ 10 moreAssociated Documents - October 2, 2019•Document ID: 10167194Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48232
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2019 Continental vehicles built on or before 11-Feb-2019 may experience a concern where the compass only points north, the clock cannot be set using the Reset Clock to GPS Time feature and/or the navigation will be inoperative. This may be due to a fault with the global positioning system (GPS) antenna, a fault with the communication of the wheel speed and wheel rotation direction information, a fault with the GPS coaxial cable, or a fault with the SYNC module (APIM). Follow normal Workshop Manual (WSM) diagnosis to correct this condition.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - September 27, 2019•Document ID: 10165709Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST; SEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 19-2293
- Date Added:
- October 4, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 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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- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 19-2282
- Date Added:
- October 4, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2019 Mustang, Continental, Fusion, MKZ, F150, Transit Connect, Ranger, Edge or Nautilus with SYNC 3 may have the following intermittent symptoms: a solid blue screen when moving forward at speeds above 16 kph (10 mph), the rear view camera remains on the screen at speeds below 16 kph (10 mph), or inoperative infotainment applications. This may be due to the SYNC 3 software version installed on the vehicle. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to reprogram the accessory protocol interface module (APIM).
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - August 14, 2019•Document ID: 10164596Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 48135
- Date Added:
- September 9, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2013-2020 vehicles equipped with an EVDC air conditioning (A/C) compressor may exhibit poor A/C performance/improper climate function. To support the proper diagnosis of this compressor, the EVDC control valve tester has been provided to each U.S. dealership (339-EVDC100). Ensure the A/C system has a full charge prior to any compressor diagnostics. To support the proper diagnosis of this compressor, the EVDC compressor tool must be used, and the results recorded in the Technician comments field with the warranty claim. This tester will help reduce the potential for misdiagnosis and unnecessary compressor replacement. Refer to the Rotunda catalog for a video and user manual which provide detailed operating instructions.
Associated Products (113)2020 Ford Expedition2020 Ford Explorer2020 Ford F-1502020 Ford F-4502020 Ford F-5502019 Ford Ecosport2019 Ford Edge2019 Ford Escape2019 Ford Explorer2019 Ford F-1502019 Ford F-2502019 Ford F-3502019 Ford F-4502019 Ford F-5502019 Ford Fiesta2019 Ford Flex2019 Ford Fusion2019 Ford Mustang2019 Ford Taurus2019 Ford Transit+ 93 moreAssociated Documents - August 12, 2019•Document ID: 10164425Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 19-2249
- Date Added:
- September 6, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2018-2019 Edge/Continental/Fusion/MKZ, 2018 MKX, and 2019 Nautilus vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost or 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV seal.To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - August 12, 2019•Document ID: 10164421Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB 19-2243
- Date Added:
- September 6, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2016-2017 Edge/MKX, 2017 Continental/Fusion/MKZ vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L EcoBoost engine and built on 1-Apr-2016 and through 1-Jan-2017 may exhibit white or blue smoke from the exhaust, rough idle in neutral or park at normal operating temperature or after a hot restart. The vehicle may also exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306 and/or P0316, P0524 and/or P06DD with excessive oil consumption. Oil consumption may be 1 Liter (1 quart) in less than 4,800 km (3,000 miles). This may be due to the valve guides. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the cylinder heads.
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