| TSB 13-6-4 |
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| Publication Date: June 4, 2013 | |
ISSUE:
Some 2013 Mustang
and 2012 F-150 vehicles built on 4/1/2012 and through 7/1/2012 equipped a 3.7L engine and 6R80 transmission may exhibit a whining noise from the transmission torque converter housing area during acceleration. The noise will go away after converter clutch locks up.
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
- Is the Mustang or F-150 built on 4/1/2012 and through 7/1/2012?
- Yes – proceed to Step 2.
- No – this article does not apply. Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 100-04 for normal diagnostics.
- Road test vehicle. Does the transmission exhibit a whining noise from the torque converter housing area during acceleration, which goes away after converter clutch locks up?
- Yes – proceed to Step 3.
- No – this article does not apply. Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 100-04 for normal diagnostics.
- With the vehicle in neutral, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 100-02.
- Remove the transmission. Refer to WSM, Section 307-01.
- It is not necessary to drain the transmission fluid or remove the transfer case from the transmission on 4X4 models for this procedure.
- Remove torque converter using Essential Special Service Tool (ESST) 307-091.
- Remove input shaft oil seal using ESST 308-375 and 100-001. Discard the seal.
- Install new front pump seal using ESST 307-556.
- Install new torque converter using ESST 307-091.
- Install transmission. Refer to WSM, Section 307-01.
- Fill transmission with fluid. Refer to WSM, Section 307-01.
| PART NUMBER | PART NAME |
| BR3Z-7902-C | Torque Converter |
| 6L2Z-7A248-AA No products found. | Seal – Converter Pump |
| W715131-S437 No products found. | Transmission Cooler Line Bolt (Mustang) |
| W715798-S437 | Transmission Cooler Line Bolt (F-150) |
XT-10-QLV
Ford Genuine Ford Fluid XT-10-QLVC MERCON-LV Automatic Transmission Fluid - 1 Quart
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| 7L1Z-7J227-A No products found. | O-ring – Cooler Line (4 Req) |
| W714689-S437 | Torque Converter Nut (4 Req) |
| N800594-S100 No products found. | Drive Shaft Bolt -Mustand/ F-150 (8 Req) 4WD (4 Req) |
| W713078-S439 | Mid Shaft Bearing Bracket Bolt (2 Req) |
| 7L1Z-4B496-D
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7L1Z-4B496-C
Genuine Ford 7L1Z-4B496-C Bolt
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| W520514-S440 No products found. | Exhaust Nut – F-150 (4 Req) |
WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: 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.
| OPERATION | DESCRIPTION | TIME |
| 130604A | 2013 Mustang 3.7L DOHC 6R80 (Auto Transmission): Replace The Front Pump Seal And Torque Convertor Includes Time To Remove And Install Transmission (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) | 3.8 Hrs. |
| 130604A | 2013 F-150 4X2 3.7L DOHC 6R80 (Auto Transmission): Replace The Front Pump Seal And Torque Convertor Includes Time To Remove And Install Transmission (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) | 4.8 Hrs. |
| 130604A | 2013 F-150 4X4 3.7L DOHC 6R80 (Auto Transmission): Replace The Front Pump Seal And Torque Convertor Includes Time To Remove And Install Transmission And Transfer Case (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) | 5.5 Hrs. |
DEALER CODING
| BASIC PART NO. | CONDITION CODE |
| 7902 | d4 |
- Prevents overheating, reducing elevated operating temperatures up to 40 degrees Farenheit - Optimizes total transmission performance
- Eliminates transmission fluid foaming and oxidation and reduces wear throughout the transmission
- Eliminates clutch chatter and torque converter shudder; Softens and modifies harsh shifts making them quicker in duration
- Extends fluid life / Raises the thermal and oxidative stability of the fluid
- Only protectant that increases the fluid’s ability to transfer heat / Protects new seals and permanently restores older seals to a like-new condition, without adverse side effects
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- Helps fluid systems work smoother and last longer.
- Safe in most types of automatic transmission fluid, hydraulics, or power steering fluid systems. Safe for conventional and synthetic fluids.
- Dissolves and liquefies harmful gum and varnish buildup in fluid
- Cleans and lubricates valve bodies, shift actuators and solenoids. Helps to control moisture in fluid.
- Will not swell seals or harm gaskets, O-rings, or clutch material
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- Rebuilds And Restores Metal Parts And Protects Them From Future Wear.
- Anti Friction Modifier. Eliminates Surfaces Defects & Protects From Extreme Heat
- Stops Transmission Shudder, Reduces Noise & Vibration. Ultimate Stop Slipping Additive
- Increases Performance Reliability And Prolongs Service Life Of Control Gears
- Universal for Automatic, CVT, Tiptronic, Manumatic, Semi-Automatic Transmission
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