| TSB 13-5-7 |
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| Publication Date: May 7, 2013 | |
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ISSUE:
Some 2012 Expedition and Navigator vehicles built on or before 11/31/2011 may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0135 and P0155. DTCs P0030, P0050, P0053, P0059, P0141, or P0161 may also be present.
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
- Retrieve all DTCs in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Are DTCs P0135 and P0155 present?
- Yes – proceed to Step 2.
- No – this article does not apply. Refer to Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) Manual for normal diagnostics.
- Locate C146 in the right rear corner of the engine compartment. Separate the connector and inspect the pins carefully for signs of contamination, discoloration and/or moisture intrusion. Refer to Wiring Diagram, Section 152-1. (Figure 1)
Figure 1 – Article 13-5-7 - Is contamination present?
- Yes – proceed to Step 4.
- No – this article does not apply. Refer to PC/ED Manual for normal diagnostics.
- Replace connector pigtails on both the female and male sides following desired splicing method. Refer to Wiring Diagram, Section 5-1.
- Apply Motorcraft Electrical Grease to the connector terminals.
- Install the original harness retainer on the male connector and secure the harness.
| PART NUMBER | PART NAME |
| DU2Z-14S411-RA | Wiring Pigtail Kit – Female Connector |
| DU2Z-14S411-SA | Wiring Pigtail Kit – Male Connector |
XG-12
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WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions 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 |
| 130507A | 2012 Expedition And Navigator: Check DTCs Inspect And Replace Connectors Includes Time To Clear Codes After Repair (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) | 1.4 Hrs. |
DEALER CODING
| BASIC PART NO. | CONDITION CODE |
| 12A581 | x4 |
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