NHTSA ID Number: 10205008
Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB160043
Summary
6F35 Transmission – Fluid leak at left side halfshaft seal – built on or before 10/14/2013
FORD
:
2009-2014 Escape
2010-2014 Fusion
2012-2014 Edge, Explorer
2013-2014 Taurus
2013-2014 MKT, MKZ
2009-2011 Mariner
2010-2011 Milan
This article supersedes TSB 15-0079 to update the Part List.
ISSUE:
Some 2009-2014 Escape, 2009-2011 Mariner, 2010-2014 Fusion, 2010-2011 Milan, 2012-2014 Edge/Explorer, and 2013-2014 Taurus/MKT/MKZ vehicles built on or before 10/14/2013 and equipped with a 6F35 automatic transmission may exhibit a fluid leak from the left hand (LH) transmission halfshaft seal due to wear on the transmission case bushing.
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
2013-2014 Escape/2010-2014 Fusion/2010-2011 Milan/2012-2014 Edge/Explorer/2013-2014 Taurus/MKT/MKZ
- Remove the LH halfshaft. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01.
- Inspect the halfshaft journal surface finish. (Figure 1)
Figure 1 – 16-0043 - Replace the transmission case bushing. Refer to WSM, Section 307-01.
2009-2012 Escape/2009-2011 Mariner
- Remove the LH halfshaft. Refer to WSM, Section 307-01.
- Inspect the halfshaft journal surface finish. (Figure 1)
- If the journal surface does not have any metal transfer from the bushing, the constant velocity (CV) joint can be reused. Use the service kit that contains only the bushing and seal.
- If journal surface finish has metal transfer from the bushing, replace the inner CV joint housing. Refer to WSM, Section 205-04.
- Replace the transmission case bushing. Refer to WSM, Section 307-01.
| Obtain Locally | |
| Part Number | Part Description |
648
Loctite 648 442-21443 10ml Retaining Compound, High Strength and Rapid Cure, Green Color
Last update on 2026-06-10 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | LOCTITE |
| PART NUMBER | PART NAME |
| 9L8Z-1177-E | Bushing and Seal Kit – All Applications |
W705967-S440
New Genuine Ford Nut - Hex. W705967S440 / W705967-S440 OEM
Last update on 2026-06-09 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Nut- Axle – 2009-2012 Escape |
| 6E5Z-3B477-AA No products found. | Nut – Axle – 2010-2012 Fusion |
W712772-S439
Genuine Ford W712772-S439 Nut
Last update on 2026-06-09 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Nut – Axle – Edge |
W712435-S439
Genuine *Nut W712435-S439
Last update on 2026-06-18 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Nut – Axle – Taurus/MKT/Explorer |
| CV6Z-3B477-A
Last update on 2026-06-09 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Nut – Axle – 2013-2014 Escape |
CCPZ-3B477-A
Ford CCPZ-3B477-A, Axle Nut
Last update on 2026-06-09 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Nut – Axle – 2013-2014 Fusion/MKZ |
| W500550-S439 | Bolt – Damper – 2010-2012 Fusion |
| W302117-S300 | Nut – Damper – 2010-2012 Fusion |
| 6E5Z-3B477-AA No products found. | Nut – Ball Joint – 2010-2012 Fusion |
W709618-S439
Ford, BOLT, -W709618-S439
Last update on 2026-06-10 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Bolt – Ball Joint Pinch – 2009-2012 Escape |
W520213-S440
Genuine Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link Nut W520213-S440
Last update on 2026-06-09 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Nut – Ball Joint Pinch – Edge /2009-2012 Escape |
| W714681-S439
Last update on 2026-06-09 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Bolt – Ball Joint Pinch – Edge |
| W715545-S439 | Bolt – Ball Joint Pinch – Taurus |
| W520517-S440 | Nut – Ball Joint Pinch – Taurus |
| W714890-S440 No products found. | Nut – Ball Joint – Explorer/MKT |
| W716075-S442 | Bolt – Ball Joint Pinch – 2013-2014 Escape |
| W520214-S443 | Nut – Ball Joint Pinch – 2013-2014 Escape/Fusion/MKZ |
| W500545-S439
Last update on 2026-06-12 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Bolt – Ball Joint – 2013-2014 Fusion/MKZ |
| 7T4Z-4B422-A | Circlip – Edge |
| BB5Z-4B422-B | Circlip – Taurus/MKT/MKZ |
| BB5Z-4B422-A | Circlip – Explorer |
AE5Z-4B422-A
Ford AE5Z-4B422-A - CIRCLIP - INNER
Last update on 2026-06-10 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Circlip – 2010-2012 Fusion/ 2013-2014 Escape |
| BB5Z-4B422-C | Circlip – 2013-2014 Fusion |
XT-10-QLVC
Ford Genuine Ford Fluid XT-10-QLVC MERCON-LV Automatic Transmission Fluid - 1 Quart
Last update on 2026-06-09 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Motorcraft MERCON LV Transmission Fluid |
| AL8Z-3B414-B
Last update on 2026-06-09 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | CV Joint Kit – 2009-2012 Escape/2009-2011 Mariner |
| BE5Z-3B414-C | Halfshaft Kit – 2010-2012 Fusion 2.5L |
| BE5Z-3B414-D | Halfshaft Kit – 2010-2012 Fusion 3.0L |
| CT4Z-3A427-A No products found. | Halfshaft – Edge |
| DG1Z-3B437-D | Halfshaft – Taurus/MKT |
| BB5Z-3B437-F | Halfshaft – Explorer |
CV6Z-3B437-A
Shaft - Front A
Last update on 2026-06-10 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API | Halfshaft – 2013-2014 Escape 1.6L/2.5L |
| CV6Z-3B437-B | Halfshaft – 2013-2104 Escape 2.0L |
| DG9Z-3B437-G | Halfshaft – 2013-2014 Fusion/MKZ |
28 Affected Products
Vehicles
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| FORD | EDGE | 2012-2014 |
| FORD | ESCAPE | 2009-2014 |
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2012-2014 |
| FORD | FUSION | 2010-2014 |
| FORD | TAURUS | 2013-2014 |
| LINCOLN | MKT | 2013-2014 |
| LINCOLN | MKZ | 2013-2014 |
| MERCURY | MARINER | 2009-2011 |
| MERCURY | MILAN | 2010-2011 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
TSB 16-0043
- Motorcraft Transmission Fluid - XT105Q3LV
- Item Package Dimension: 12.009L x 8.49W x 4.489H inches
- Item Package Weight - 9.23 Pounds
- Item Package Quantity - 1
- Product Type - AUTO ACCESSORY
- -Make sure this fits by entering your model number; -Geniune OEM part
- Geniune Ford replacement parts are a part of what keeps a vehicle looking and performing its best over the long term, something that the Ford company has always known; When choosing parts for your Ford vehicle, make the best choice: Use durable and affordable parts made specifically for the manufacturer of your vehicle; These genuine Ford parts are a fit for your vehicle; Ford OEM parts are the way to go if you want to keep your vehicle as close to its original condition as possible
- Fit type: Universal
- Geniune OEM part
- Manufactured with high-viscosity index, premium-quality, hydroprocessed base oils and specially designed performance additives
- Provides excellent shifting characteristics at high and low ambient temperatures, and guards against transmission shudder
- Offers excellent thermal, oxidation and shear stability, as well as good low-temperature fluidity
- Provides wear protection and inhibits the formation of gum, sludge, lacquer and foam
- Helps prevent rust and corrosion Dyed red for easy leak detection
- Provides excellent performance in electronically controlled automatic transmissions. Dyed red for easy leak detection
- Manufactured with high-viscosity index, premium-quality, hydroprocessed base oils and specially designed performance additives. Helps prevent rust and corrosion
- Provides excellent shifting characteristics at high and low ambient temperatures, and guards against transmission shudder
- Offers excellent thermal, oxidation and shear stability, as well as good low-temperature fluidity. Provides wear protection and inhibits the formation of gum, sludge, lacquer and foam
- Not for use in applications where MERCON V, MERCON SP, Continuously Variable Chain Type Transmission Fluid, Motorcraft Premium Automatic Transmission Fluid, FNR5 Automatic Transmission Fluid or Type F Automatic Transmission Fluid is recommended
- Motorcraft MERCON LV is a premium-quality automatic transmission fluid
- Recommended by Ford Motor Company for use in Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles that require MERCON LV type fluid
- OEM product
- This product also provides excellent performance in electronically controlled automatic transmissions
- Check owner guide and transmission fluid charts for application
Last update on 2026-05-31 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
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6F35 TRANSMISSION – FLUID LEAK AT LEFT SIDE HALFSHAFT SEAL – BUILT ON OR BEFORE 10/14/2013
OPERATION DESCRIPTIONTIME 160043A 2012-2014 Edge, 2012-2014 Explorer: Replace The Left Hand Halfshaft Seal, Bushing And Halfshaft Assembly If Necessary (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 1.9 Hrs. 160043A 2013-2014 Escape: Replace The Left Hand Halfshaft Seal, Bushing And Halfshaft Assembly If Necessary (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 2.0 Hrs. 160043A 2013-2014 Fusion, MKZ: Replace The Left Hand Halfshaft Seal, Bushing And Halfshaft Assembly If Necessary (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 2.1 Hrs. 160043A 2013-2014 MKT, Taurus, 2010-2011 Milan, 2010-2012 Fusion: Replace The Left Hand Halfshaft Seal, Bushing And Halfshaft Assembly If Necessary (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 2.3 Hrs. 160043B 2009-2011 Mariner, 2009-2012 Escape: Replace The Left Hand Halfshaft Seal And Bushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 2.2 Hrs. 160043C 2009-2011 Mariner, 2009-2012 Escape: Replace The Left Hand Halfshaft CV Joint Housing, Seal And Bushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 2.6 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 7025 30
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I have the same problem with my Ford Fusion 2013. I have leak on The Left Hand Halfshaft Seal, Bushing. The Bushing is worn out and fine metal came out after we removed the seal. Is this a defect ans is cover by Ford? I went to the Ford parts store to get a Bushing and they don’t have it.