| TSB 12-1-3 |
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| Publication Date: January 11, 2012 | |
| FORD | 2010-2012 Transit Connect |
ISSUE:
Some 2010-2012 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine and built on or before 8/1/2011 may exhibit an oil leak at the oil filter seal and or the oil filter housing may be distorted.
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
- Check the engine oil pressure, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM) Section 303-00. Is oil pressure higher than the specification listed in the WSM, Section 303-01?
- Yes – Proceed to Step 2.
- No – This procedure does not apply. Refer to WSM, Section 303-00 for normal diagnostics.
- Remove the valve cover, refer to WSM, Section 303-0. Check the oil drain back passages for sludge. Is sludge present?
- Yes – This procedure does not apply.
- No – Proceed to Step 3.
- Replace the oil pump and oil cooler with revised parts, refer to WSM, Section 303-01.
- Install valve cover, refer to WSM, Section 303-01.
| PART NUMBER | PART NAME |
| CM5Z-6600-A | Oil Pump |
| 1S7Z-6A642-AAA | Oil Cooler |
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 |
| 120103A | 2010-2012 Transit Connect: Check Engine Oil Pressure, Inspect Oil Drain Passages, Replace The Engine Oil Cooler And Oil Pump (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) | 5.3 Hrs. |
DEALER CODING
| BASIC PART NO. | CONDITION CODE |
| 6600 | 42 |
- Mobil 1 advanced full-synthetic motor oil 5W-20 utilizes Mobil 1’s signature Triple Action Formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness.
- Helps protect critical engine parts for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes,* controlling oxidation to prevent oil breakdown and maintaining excellent viscosity
- Meets ILSAC GF-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy
- Helps extend engine life by working to prevent damaging deposits and sludge buildup
- Provides excellent internal engine heat protection (up to 500 degrees F) and low temperature protection (to -30 degrees F)
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