Technical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.
SSM 51536
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (VIN) from a different vehicle. Most modules on these affected vehicles are VIN/vehicle specific and hardware variations between modules do exist. Swapping a module from a vehicle or ordering a module using a different vehicle/VIN can cause ineffective repairs and additional vehicle down time. Make sure all appropriate Workshop Manual (WSM) procedures are followed when diagnosing the condition prior to all module replacements and only order modules using the correct VIN.
TSB 20-2233
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2000 and newer Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended.
DOR-N3Z7B-03
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This SKU is an Oil Dipstick. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the dipstick tube. The dipstick tube inner diameter may be small enough that it prevents installation of the OE dipstick.
SSM 48157
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2002-2008 F-Super Duty, F-150 and Mark LT vehicles may exhibit concern during or after programing the VSM. The programming may fail or vehicle symptoms such as inoperative door locks, dome lamps, door ajar indicators or auto lamps may occur after successful programing. To ensure the VSM is configured correctly, use the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) scan tool and select the blue ball and socket icon in the upper left corner. Select the utility knife in the bottom left corner. Select Update/Special Function and enter 53061 in the blue box then press the tick mark. The screen will go back to the system utilities page. Navigate to the toolbox tab and run the Programmable Module Installation (PMI) on the VSM. The procedure will prompt you to manually enter the as-built into the VSM. Obtain the as-built data from PTS > OASIS > As-Built.
TSB 19-2026
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition
SSM 47331
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit symptoms that may include upper end engine noise, rough running, misfire and/or engine damage. If diagnosis leads to only camshaft/camshaft roller follower(s) requiring replacement, replace all of the camshaft roller followers on both banks/cylinder heads with part number 3L3Z-6564-A, not just the faulty roller follower(s). When replacing the camshaft roller followers, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-01.
SSM 46542
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When ordering a 2005 to 2008 remanufactured 5.4L 3v or 6.8L 3v engine, spark plug boots may be provided in the packaging. Replace all black spark plug boots from the original engine with the 'brown' spark plug boots, as provided. The updated 'brown' spark plug boots are longer than the black boots to accommodate a running change in the spark plug length. The ignition coil bodies and spring/resistor are transferable and only the rubber boots require replacement. Failure to install the spark plug boots provided with the replacement engine could lead to drivability concerns.
SSM 46085
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading these PIDs and cannot display quickly enough to validate a concern. The PCM automatically monitors these inputs more accurately and will set diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) when appropriate. Using these PIDs for diagnostics will lead to inaccurate results and improper ETB replacements. If a concern is intermittent and no DTCs are present, refer to historical DTCs and the PC/ED, Section 3 No DTCs Present Index chart for further information.
TSB16-0108
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SOME 2004-2014 F-150 AND 2006-2008 MARK LT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) MAY EXHIBIT NOISY OR ENGAGED FRONT HUBS WHEN OPERATING IN TWO-WHEEL DRIVE (2WD) MODE. FOLLOW THE SERVICE PROCEDURE STEPS TO CORRECT THE CONDITION.
TSB-14-0114
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
LINCOLN/FORD: WHEN DRIVING FROM IDLE UP TO 1200 RPM, THERE MAY BE AN INTERMITTENT RATTLE NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE. 2004-2013 F-150, F-250, F-350, EXPEDITION, MARK LT, NAVIGATOR. *PE
TSB-12-8-1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: MAY HAVE SLUDGE BUILDUP IN THROTTLE BODY LEADING TO LESS AIRFLOW OR ENGINE IDLING RPM FLUCTUATION AND HARD STARTS OR BATTERY DISCONNECT OR DEAD BATTERY AFTER KEEP ALIVE MEMORY (KAM) CLEAR. MODELS 2003-05 THUNDERBIRD, 05-06 MUSTANG, 06-08 FUSION, 04-05 EXPLORER, 05-06 EXPEDITION, 05-07 F-150; 2003-06 LS, 06 ZEPHYR, 05-06 NAVIGATOR; 06-08 MILAN. *PE
TSB-12-7-4
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: IF BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED OR DEAD, VEHICLES/TRUCKS MAY EXPERIENCE HARD STARTS AND ENGINE IDLE RPM FLUCTUATION AND EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0505, P0506, P2111 AND P2112. *PE
AS-21732
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FORD: THERE MAY BE CHAFFING ON A WIRE HARNESS BETWEEN THE CLOCKSPRING AND DRIVER AIRBAG WHICH CAUSE THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT TO COME ON. *RM
CSP-092408CS-01
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FORD TRUCK SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. IN THE CASE OF THE ROUSHCHARGER FOR THE F-150, THE TRUCKS CALIBRATION ENHANCEMENTS HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO BETTER ACCOMMODATE REGIONAL VARIATIONS IN PREMIUM FUEL QUALITY. EVEN THOUGH NOT ALL F-150 ROUSHCHARGED TRUCKS WILL BE AFFECTED BY THESE VARIATIONS. CSC LETTER WAS REC'D. *PE UPDATED 4/12/10. *PE
TSB-08-18-2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FORD/MERCURY/LINCOLN: VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS: DRIVE AWAY HESITATION, LOSS OF RPM ON DECELERATION, DIFFICULTY STARTING, AND/OR IDLE RPM LESS THAN DESIRED. THE F53 MOTORHOME CHASSIS IS INCLUDED. *PE
07M08
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FORD LINCOLN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 07M08: CERTAIN 2005 MODEL YEAR F-150, F-SUPER DUTY, EXPEDITION, AND NAVIGATOR VEHICLES WITH 5.4L 3V ENGINES-EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE ON FUEL INJECTORS. CSC WAS RECEIVED. *NJ UPDATED 5/20/09. *PE
20228
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
1999-2008 7.3L/6.0L/6.4L/4.5L DIESEL F-SUPER DUTY - CLEAN THE CHARGE AIR COOLER (CAC) SYSTEM AFTER CERTAIN TURBO OR ENGINE FAILURES - SERVICE TIP. *NJ
08-14-18
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INTERMITTENT VEHICLE VIBRATION--PARKING BRAKE DISENGAGEMENT CONCERNS. *NJ
08-5-13
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
4.6L/5.4L--MIL P0506 AND/OR P0505--HESITATION/LOSS OF RPM/DIFFICULTY STARTING/LOW IDLE RPM. *NJ
08-2-9
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ERRATIC FUEL GAUGE OPERATION - MIL ON --DTCS P040/P0463 OR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MODULE DTC B1201--VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 12/3/2007. *NJ
07212
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SOME 1997-2008 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.6L 2V, 5.4L 2V, OR 6.8L 2V ENGINE--SPARK PLUG THREAD REPAIR PROCEDURE--NOT COVERED UNDER NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY. *NJ THIS INCLUDES F-53 MOTORHOME CHASSIS. UPDATED 2/23/10. *PE
07213
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
HIGH PRESSURE POWER STEERING LINE SEEPAGE-COLD CLIMATES ONLY (EXCLUDING HERITAGE F-150). *NJ
04257
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VEHICLE/STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT 50 MPH (80 KM/H) OR HIGHER - STEERING WHEEL NIBBLE AT 65 MPH (105 KM/H) OR HIGHER. *TT
04258
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
1ST ORDER VIBRATION FROM THE DRIVELINE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT
05131
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SHUDDER/VIBRATION ON MODERATE TO HARD ACCELERATION. *SC
052220
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ALTERNATE TIRES APPROVED FOR OFF ROAD USE. *TT
052317
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0340/P0344/P0345/P0349 - 4.6L 3V AND 5.4L 3V. *TT
05252
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NEUTRAL TOW CAPABILITY -- SERVICE KIT REQUIREMENTS. *TT
05255
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
5.4L 3V WITH P030X AND/OR P0316 ACCOMPANIED BY SPARK KNOCK. *TT
061112
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
4X4 FRONT DIFFERENTIAL BRACKET REPAIR. *TT
06216
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
LIMITED SLIP AXLE CHATTER, SHUDDER, BINDING SENSATION, OR VIBRATION DURING LOW SPEED TURNING MANEUVERS. *TT
0645
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NEUTRAL TOW CAPABILITY - SERVICE KIT REQUIREMENTS. *TT
19010
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VSM PROGRAMMING - SERVICE PROCEDURE UPDATE. *TT
04B23
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AN ALUMINUM-BACKED BUTYL PAD MAY HAVE BEEN ADDED TO THE INSIDE SURFACE OF THE RIGHT HAND SIDE BOX OUTER PANEL IN FRONT OF THE TAIL LAMP. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 04B23. BUTYL PAD REMOVAL. *TT SUPPLEMENT #1. *TT SUPPLEMENT #2. *TT
041601
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT
050621
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FRONT BRAKE ROUGHNESS - SHUDDER WHILE BRAKING. *TT
052118
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF COLUMN SHIFT CABLE. *TT
05215
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BUCK/JERK OR SURGE - 6.0L VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 8/22/2005. *TT
051713
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
COOLANT DEGAS BOTTLE OVERFLOW. *TT
0546
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P061B AND/OR P2106 AFTER COLD START AND RAPID TRANSMISSION GEAR ENGAGEMENT - VEHICLES BUILT 8/23/2004 THROUGH 1/15/2005 - 5.4L 3-VALVE ENGINE. *TT
05189
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MIL ON-VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS-5.4L 3-VALVE ENGINE-VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 4/20/2005. *TT
18877
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER APPLICATIONS. *TT
18884
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
HARD START, NO START AND/OR OTHER SYMPTOMS CAUSED BY A HIGH PRESSURE OIL SYSTEM LEAK - SERVICE TIP. *TT
18724
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A LOW BRAKE PEDAL. *TT
04221
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH MISFIRE DTC'S SPARK KNOCK PISTON SCUFFING. *EH VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 4/25/2005 - 5.4L 3V ENGINE. *TT
042421
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT
051012
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
HARSH 3-2 DOWNSHIFT BETWEEN 17-25 MPH (27-40 KM/H) - NO DTCS - 4R75E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 4/20/2005. *TT
05102
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON AND/OR VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS - 5.4L 3-VALVE ENGINE - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 4/20/2005. *TT
05919
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FRONT TIRE WEAR ON INSIDE AND/OR OUTSIDE EDGE. *TT RAPID FEATHERING WEAR OF FRONT TIRES. *TT RAPID SHOULDER (TOE) WEAR ON INSIDE EDGE OF FRONT TIRES. *TT
05923
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
STEERING COLUMN RATTLE/CLUNKING WHILE DRIVING OVER ROUGH SURFACES AND WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. *TT
04147
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SERVICE WIRING HARNESS REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES - SERVICE TIPS. *TT
06012005
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
LABEL PROGRAM 04L24-SUPPLEMENT#1-TIRE WARRANTY COVERAGE CHANGE. *SC
18678
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
REPEAT BRAKE SHUDDER/VIBRATION FROM THE FRONT BRAKES WHEN BRAKING. *TT
050502
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FRONT END SHUDDER/VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 11/18/2004. *TT
05618
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
REAR AXLE NOISE REPAIR. *TT
18512
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INTERMITTENT CONCERNS OF MIL ON WITH VARIOUS DTCS HARD START LONG CRANK RUNS ROUGH AND OR NO CRANK. *EH OASIS APRIL 2005. *TT
18560
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PARK BRAKE DRAG ISSUE THAT PRESENTS ITSELF AS A VEHICLE SHUDDER TO THE CUSTOMER. *TT
042611
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FRONT END SHUDDER/VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 11/18/2004. *TT
0555
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD INOPERATIVE. *TT
042621
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P061B AND/OR P2106 AFTER COLD START AND RAPID TRANSMISSION GEAR ENGAGEMENT. 5.4L 3V ENGINE. *TT UPDATE. *TT
0543
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
COOLING FAN CLUTCH NOISE - VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 10/1/2004 - 5.4L AND 4.6L ENGINES. *TT
18450
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FALSE ABS ACTIVATION OR AN ABS LIGHT ON WITH DTC C1175 OR C1236 OR DTC C1230 OR C1237. *EH
18466
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AXLE WHINE HOWL. THIS INCLUDES 1997-05 FORD VEHICLES. *EH
18507
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FAST IDLE AFTER COLD START. *EH
0531
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAF DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIP - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH EGR SYSTEM MODULE (ESM). *TT
04266
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A DRIVELINE CLUNK OR BUMP WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP. *TT
050618
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
REAR AXLE NOISE REPAIR. *SC
051015
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
5.4L 3V WITH P030X AND/OR P0316 ACCOMPANIED BY SPARK KNOCK. *TT
05132
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0340 AND OR P0344-5.4 3V ENGINE. *SC
05134
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
HARD START/LONG CRANK, ROUGH IDLE, ENGINE IDLE MISFIRE-MIL-DTCS P0300 THROUGH P0308, P0171, P0172, P0174, P0175, P0316, P2195, P2196, P2197, P2198. *SC
052611
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DRIVESHAFT SLIP-BUMP ON DECELERATION OR ACCELERATION FROM A STOP. *TT
052624
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VIBRATION DIAGNOSIS - TIRE/WHEEL RUNOUT. *TT
041501
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FRONT END SHUDDER/VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 11/18/2004. *TT
042616
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
WELD BONDING PROCEDURE. *TT
042617
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BODY REPAIR PROCEDURE USING MIG WELDING FOR WELD BONDING. *TT
040205
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAGNESIUM ALLOW RADIATOR CORE SUPPORT - UNIQUE HANDLING AND REPAIR PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIPS. *TT
04189
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
042107
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT
042424
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CAMSHAFT AND LASH ADJUSTER DESIGN CHANGE ON A 5.4L 3V ENGINE. *TT
04L24
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
LABEL PROGRAM 04L24. TIRE WARRANTY COVERAGE CHANGE. *TT
18342
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TICKING NOISE FROM UPPER ENGINE. *EH
042310
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AUDIBLE DRIVELINE MOAN ABOVE 45 MPH (72 KM/H) DURING ACCELERATION OR COASTING - VEHICLES BUILT 8/20/2004 TO 10/4/2004. *TT
04217
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT
18278
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PAINT BUBBLING ON PASSENGER SIDE OF PICKUP BED. *EH
18285
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWERFOLD MIRRORS APPEAR LOOSE OR WILL NOT LOCK IN PLACE - SERVICE TIP. OASIS NOV 2004. *TT
031404
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE MISFIRE OR RUNNING - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIPS. TO INCLUDE VARIOUS 2005 MODELS. * AR THIS ARTICLE 04161 SUPERSEDES TSB 03-14-04.
18449
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE VIBRATION DURING NETURAL RUN UP. *EH
06152
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SPARK PLUG REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS - 5.4 3V. *KB
061613
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
STUMBLE ON HEAVY DECELERATION AND/OR TIP - OUT IN MANUAL 2 - 5.4L 3V WITH 4R75E. *KB
061912
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P0340, P0344, P0345, P0349. ARE FOUND. *KB
061916
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SHUDDER/VIBRATION ON MODERATE TO HARD ACCELERATION. *KB
06227
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
UN-COMMANDED TCC APPLY ON THE 1-2 SHIFT CAUSING PERCEPTION OF HESITATION AND/OR LACK OF POWER DURING SHIFT. *KB
07109
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VIBRATION FROM THE DRIVELINE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *KB
0765
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
REAR AXLE TUBE FRACTURE AT CENTER CARRIER. *KB