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| TSB 14-0130 | EXHAUST ODOR IN VEHICLE |
FORD : | 2011-2015 Explorer |
This article supersedes TSB 12-12-4 to update the vehicle model years and Service Procedure.
ISSUE:
Some 2011-2015 Explorer vehicles may exhibit an exhaust odor in the vehicle with the auxiliary climate control system on.
Customers may indicate the odor smells like sulfur.
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
- Reprogram the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) module to the latest calibration using IDS or Ford J2534 release 91.02 or higher. Calibration files may also be obtained at www.motorcraftservice.com.
- When reprogramming the HVAC, IDS will have additional questions that require a yes response to reprogram the module.
- Remove the rear bumper cover. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-19.
- Replace the left side rear air extractor. (Figure 1)
Figure 1 – 14-0130
- Install the rear bumper cover. Refer to WSM, Section 501-19.
- Apply masking tape around the outer edge of the rear fender mouldings to protect the vehicle from damage.
- Open the liftgate and inspect for the presence of drain valves in the two (2) drain holes on the left and right side of the liftgate. Are the drain valves present? (Figure 2)
- Yes – no further action is required. Repair is complete.
- No – proceed to Step 6.
- Install a new drain valve in each of the two (2) drain holes on the left and right side of the liftgate. (Figure 2)
Figure 2 – 14-0130
- Raise the vehicle on hoist. Refer to WSM, Section 100-02.
- Lower and support the rear section of the exhaust system.
- Clean the areas on the underside of the vehicle where the seam sealer will be applied. (Figures 3-5)
Figure 3 – 14-0130
Figure 4 – 14-0130
Figure 5 – 14-0130
- Cover the exhaust system and auxiliary climate control drain.
- Apply a generous amount of Motorcraft Seam Sealer to rear horizontal sheet metal lap joints on left and right sides of the vehicle, and the rear sheet metal overlap flange across the rear of the vehicle. (Figures 3-5)
- Spray a generous amount of 3M Rubberized Undercoating around the auxiliary air conditioning lines and seam sealer areas. (Figure 6)
Figure 6 – 14-0130
- Install the rear exhaust system.
| Obtain Parts Locally | |
| Part Number | Part Description |
|---|---|
08882  | 3M Rubberized Undercoating |
| BB5Z-61280B62-B | Dual Rate Air Extractor |
| BB5Z-7829164-AA | Wheel Lip Moulding Right Hand |
| BB5Z-7829165-AA | Wheel lip Moulding Left Hand |
| 4M8Z-54280B62-A | Valve Assembly Auto Drain |
| TA-2 | Motorcraft Seam Sealer |
| OPERATION | DESCRIPTION | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 140130A | 2011-2015 Explorer: Reprogram The HVAC Module, Replace Air Extractors And Both Rear Fender Mouldings (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) | 1.3 Hrs. |
| 140130B | 2011-2015 Explorer: Reprogram The HVAC Module, Replace Air Extractors Both Rear Fender Mouldings, Seal The Body And Install Liftgate Drain Valves (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) | 2.0 Hrs. |
WARRANTY STATUS
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage.
Warranty/ESP coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. Warranty/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool.
DEALER CODING
| BASIC PART NO. | CONDITION CODE |
| 61280B62 | 07 |
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Service Information & Reprogramming
Software necessary to program electronic modules to the latest calibration level, perform module initialization (PATS), and set Programmable Parameters on Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles.
Ford Module Programming (FMP) is a software application that allows subscribers to program electronic modules on Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. It can be used for:
- Reprogramming emission-related (OBDII) modules on some vehicles manufactured in 1995 and all vehicles manufactured from 1996 to the present
- Reprogramming or reconfiguring non-emission-related modules on many vehicles (UBP and MS-CAN not supported)
In addition, module initialization (PATS) functions such as Keycode Erase/Reprogram and PCM Parameter Reset can be done using this application.
J2534 Device using Ford Module Programming (FMP) can Reprogram and Configure most Modules.
Latest Calibration Information
Module Build Data (As-Built)
Use VIN to obtain As-Built data
