Coolant Leak From Expansion Tank – 2012-2014 Ford Expedition & Lincoln Navigator

TSB 15-0112COOLANT LEAK FROM THE COOLANT EXPANSION TANK

 

FORDeBay logo:2012-2014 Expedition
LINCOLNeBay logo:2012-2014 Navigator

 

ISSUE:

Some 2012-2014 Expedition and Navigator vehicles may exhibit coolant loss from the coolant expansion tank cap.

 

ACTION:

Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

 

SERVICE PROCEDURE

  1. Flush the cooling system. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-03.
  2. Replace the thermostat and radiator cap during the flush procedure.
  3. Remove the coolant expansion tank. Refer to WSM, Section 303-03.
  4. Thoroughly clean the coolant expansion tank using fresh water.
  5. Reinstall the coolant expansion tank. Refer to WSM, Section 303-03.
  6. Fill and bleed the cooling system. Refer to WSM, Section 303-03.
    1. Use distilled water when refilling the cooling system.

 

Obtain Locally
Part Description
Distilled Water

 

E9SZ-8100-A
Ford Cap ASY - RADIA
  • Geniune OEM part

Last update on 2026-06-10 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API


 

Radiator Cap
7L3Z-8575-D

Last update on 2026-06-10 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API


 

Thermostat
F1VY-8255-A
Sale
Ford Genuine Parts - Seal - Thermostat (F1VY-8255-A)
  • Vehicle Specific
  • Manufacturer Warranty
  • FordeBay logo Quality Assured
  • OEM, Not After Market
  • Vehicle Specific

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Gasket
VC-3-B
Ford Genuine Fluid VC-13-G Yellow Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant - 1 Gallon
  • Yellow-colored, longer-life, ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant for use in gasoline and diesel engines
  • Provides year-round antifreeze, anti-boil and corrosion protection
  • 50/50 mixture of coolant and distilled water provides freeze protection down to -34°F (-37°C) and boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C)
  • Do not mix different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle
  • Contains a bittering agent

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Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Concentrated
VC-1
Ford Genuine Ford Fluid VC-1 Premium Cooling System Flush - 22 oz.

Last update on 2026-06-09 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API


 

Motorcraft Premium Cooling System Flush

 

OPERATION DESCRIPTIONTIME
150112A2012-2014 Expedition And Navigator: Flush The Engine Cooling System Includes Time To Replace The Thermostat, Radiator Cap And Clean The Coolant Expansion Tank (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations)1.2 Hrs.

 

WARRANTY STATUS

Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions 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
600749

 

 

 

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Sale
Zerex Original Green Low Silicate Concentrate Antifreeze/Coolant 1 GA, 128 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
  • Provides protection down to -34 degree fahrenheit
  • Helps prevent rust and corrosion
  • A patented organic acid corrosion inhibitor package to provide extended engine protection against rust and corrosion
  • Contains 30 – 50 ppm of denatonium benzoate as a bittering agent

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