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NHTSA ID Number: 10244800
Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 23-2337
Summary
Some 2022-2023 F-150 hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0420 and/or P0430 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to high sulfur content in the fuel. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to remove sulfur from the catalytic converters.
Model:
Issue: Some 2022-2023 F-150 hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0420 and/or P0430 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to high sulfur content in the fuel. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to remove sulfur from the catalytic converters.
Action: Follow the Service Procedure to correct the condition on vehicles that meet all of the following criteria:
Parts – Parts To Inspect And Replace Only If Necessary
Service Part Number | Quantity | Description | Unit of Issue | Piece Quantity |
W705443-S900 | If Needed | Catalytic Converter Nut | 4 | 4 |
NL3Z-5E212-G![]() | If Needed | Left Catalytic Converter | 1 | 1 |
NL3Z-5E212-H![]() | If Needed | Right Catalytic Converter | 1 | 1 |
ML3Z-5C226-A![]() | If Needed | Exhaust System Gasket | 1 | 1 Per Catalytic Converter Replaced |
W520114-S442![]() | If Needed | Transmission Support Crossmember Nuts | 4 | 4 |
W714418-S439 | If Needed | Transmission Support Crossmember Bolts | 4 | 4 |
W709771-S440 | If Needed | Transmission Mount Nuts | 1 | 2 |
W711140-S901![]() | If Needed | Transmission Support Insulator Bolts (RWD only) | 4 | 3 |
W718926-S900![]() | If Needed | Transmission Support Insulator Bolts (4WD only) | 4 | 4 |
ML3Z-6775-K![]() | If Needed | Self-Adhesive Heat Shield Material | 1 | 1 |
XL-2 | If Needed | Motorcraft® High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant | ||
XL-1 | If Needed | Motorcraft® Penetrating and Lock Lubricant | ||
VC-13-G | If Needed | Motorcraft® Yellow Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant (All Markets Except Canada) | ||
CVC-13-G![]() | If Needed | Motorcraft® Yellow Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant (Canada Only) |
Quantity refers to the amount of the service part number package(s) required to repair the vehicle.
Unit of Issue refers to the number of individual pieces included in a service part number package.
Piece Quantity refers to the total number of individual pieces required to repair the vehicle.
If Needed indicates the part is not mandatory.
Service Procedure
NOTE: Perform the sulfur removal procedure one time only. If the vehicle exhibits this condition again, proceed with the replacement of the catalytic converter(s).
1. Perform Pinpoint Test HF: Catalyst Efficiency Monitor And Exhaust Systems Steps HF1-HF6. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 309-00D Exhaust System – 3.5L V6 PowerBoost, Diagnosis and Testing, Catalyst System.
2. Is the concern still present?
(1). Yes – proceed to Step 3.
(2). No – this article does not apply.
3. Retrieve onboard diagnostics (OBD) mode 6 data from the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) and record oxygen storage values from both banks.
4. Perform the following sulfur removal cycle.
(1). Warm up the engine to its normal operating temperature.
(2). Identify an appropriate route to allow speeds around 70 mph (113 km/h).
(3). From 30 mph (48 km/h) or slower, accelerate at wide open throttle (WOT) until the vehicle reaches 65 mph (105 km/h).
(4). Place the transmission into manual (M).
(5). Select 4th gear.
(6). For at least 45 minutes, perform periodic, repeated medium (25%-50% throttle) acceleration / closed pedal (foot off throttle) deceleration events driving alternately between 60 mph and 70 mph (97 km/h and 113 km/h).
5. Take the transmission out of manual mode (M). Drive the vehicle normally at 55-65 mph (88-105 km/h) for 15 minutes.
6. Clear DTCs P0420 and/or P0430 stored in the PCM. This resets the mode 6 data to zero.
7. Run a catalyst monitor drive cycle. Refer to Pinpoint Test HF: Catalyst Efficiency Monitor And Exhaust Systems Step HF11 > On Board Diagnostics (OBD) Drive Cycle.
8. Retrieve OBD mode 6 data after the catalyst oxygen storage values have been populated. Have the oxygen storage values decreased from what was recorded in Step 3 and are they less than 0.3 on affected bank(s)?
(1). Yes – repair is complete.
(2). No – replace the catalytic converter(s) on the affected bank(s) that has a value greater than 0.3. Refer to the WSM, Section 309-00 > Exhaust System > Removal and Installation > Catalytic Converter.
2 Affected Products
Vehicle
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
FORD![]() | F-150 | 2022-2023 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
23-2337
30 October 2023
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
3.5L PowerBoost Engine – Illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) With DTC P0420 And/Or P0430 Stored In the PCM
23-2337
30 October
2023 Model:
Ford
2022-2023 F-150 Engine: 3.5L PowerBoost Issue: Some 2022-2023 F-150 hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0420 and/or P0430 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to high sulfur content in the fuel. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to remove sulfur from the catalytic converters.
Action: Follow the Service Procedure to correct the condition on vehicles that meet all of the following criteria:
• 2022-2023 F-150
• 3.5L PowerBoost engine
• DTCs P0420 and/or P0430 stored in the PCM
Parts – Parts To Inspect And Replace Only If Necessary Service Part Number
W705443-S900 NL3Z-5E212-G NL3Z-5E212-H
ML3Z-5C226-A
W520114-S442
W714418-S439 W709771-S440 W711140-S901
W718926-S900
ML3Z-6775-K
XL-2
XL-1 VC-13-G Quantity If Needed
If Needed
If Needed
If Needed
If Needed
If Needed
If Needed
If Needed
If Needed
If Needed
If Needed
If Needed
If Needed Description Catalytic Converter Nut Left Catalytic Converter Right Catalytic Converter Exhaust System Gasket
Transmission Support Crossmember Nuts Transmission Support Crossmember Bolts Transmission Mount Nuts
Transmission Support Insulator Bolts (RWD only) Transmission Support Insulator Bolts (4WD only)
Self-Adhesive Heat Shield Material Motorcraft® High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant Motorcraft® Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Motorcraft® Yellow Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant (All Markets Except Canada) Unit of Issue
4 1 1 1 4 4 1 4 4 1 Piece Quantity 4 1 1 1 Per Catalytic Converter Replaced
4 4 2 3 4 1 CVC-13-G If Needed Motorcraft® Yellow Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant (Canada Only) Quantity refers to the amount of the service part number package(s) required to repair the vehicle. Unit of Issue refers to the number of individual pieces included in a service part number package. Piece Quantity refers to the total number of individual pieces required to repair the vehicle.
If Needed indicates the part is not mandatory.
Warranty Status: Eligible under provisions of New Vehicle Limited Warranty (NVLW)/Emissions Warranty/Service Part Warranty (SPW)/Special Service Part (SSP)/Extended Service Plan (ESP) coverage. Limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. NVLW/Emissions Warranty/SPW/SSP/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool. Labor Times Description 2022-2023 F-150 3.5L PowerBoost: Diagnose And Repair Following The Service Procedure Operation No.
MT232337 Time Actual Time Repair/Claim Coding Causal Part: 5E212 Condition Code: 55 Service Procedure
NOTE: Perform the sulfur removal procedure one time only. If the vehicle exhibits this condition again, proceed with the replacement of the catalytic converter(s).
1. Perform Pinpoint Test HF: Catalyst Efficiency Monitor And Exhaust Systems Steps HF1-HF6. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 309-00D Exhaust System – 3.5L V6 PowerBoost, Diagnosis and Testing, Catalyst System.
2. Is the concern still present? (1). Yes – proceed to Step 3.
(2). No – this article does not apply.
3. Retrieve onboard diagnostics (OBD) mode 6 data from the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) and record oxygen storage values from both banks.
4. Perform the following sulfur removal cycle.
(1). Warm up the engine to its normal operating temperature.
(2). Identify an appropriate route to allow speeds around 70 mph (113 km/h).
(3). From 30 mph (48 km/h) or slower, accelerate at wide open throttle (WOT) until the vehicle reaches 65 mph (105 km/h).
(4). Place the transmission into manual (M). (5). Select 4th gear.
(6). For at least 45 minutes, perform periodic, repeated medium (25%-50% throttle) acceleration / closed pedal (foot off throttle) deceleration events driving alternately between 60 mph and 70 mph (97 km/h and 113 km/h).
5. Take the transmission out of manual mode (M). Drive the vehicle normally at 55-65 mph (88-105 km/h) for 15 minutes.
6. Clear DTCs P0420 and/or P0430 stored in the PCM. This resets the mode 6 data to zero.
7. Run a catalyst monitor drive cycle. Refer to Pinpoint Test HF: Catalyst Efficiency Monitor And Exhaust Systems Step HF11 > On Board Diagnostics (OBD) Drive Cycle.
8. Retrieve OBD mode 6 data after the catalyst oxygen storage values have been populated. Have the oxygen storage values decreased from what was recorded in Step 3 and are they less than 0.3 on affected bank(s)? (1). Yes – repair is complete.
(2). No – replace the catalytic converter(s) on the affected bank(s) that has a value greater than 0.3. Refer to the WSM, Section 309-00 > Exhaust System > Removal and Installation > Catalytic Converter. © 2023 Ford Motor Company All rights reserved.
NOTE: The information in Technical Service Bulletins is intended for use by trained, professional technicians with the knowledge, tools, and
equipment to do the job properly and safely. It informs these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or provides information that could assist in proper vehicle service. The procedures should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers”. Do not assume that a condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a Ford or Lincoln dealership to determine whether the Bulletin applies to your vehicle. Warranty Policy and Extended Service Plan documentation determine Warranty and/or Extended Service Plan coverage unless stated otherwise in the TSB article. The information in this Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) was current at the time of printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right de this information with updates. The most recent information is available through Ford Motor Company’s on-line technical resources.
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