Coolant Consumption, White Smoke And/Or Runs Rough – 2014-2017 Ford Fiesta, 2015-2018 Focus, 2018-2019 Ecosport

NHTSA ID Number: 10148728

Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 47587

 

Summary

2014-2017 Fiesta, 2015-2018 Focus, 2018-2019 Ecosport vehicles equipped with a 1.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit coolant consumption, white smoke and/or a runs rough condition. Refer to the extended coolant pressure test in Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-03. If no external coolant loss is confirmed, further investigation of the integrated exhaust manifold (IEM) interface is required. Carefully inspect the manifold port area for cracks. If a crack is found, follow the cost cap tool for component replacement. Follow WSM, Section 303-01 for the repair procedures

 

9 Affected Products

Vehicles

MAKEMODELYEAR
FORDECOSPORT2018
FORDFIESTA2014-2017
FORDFOCUS2015-2018

 


1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

SSM 47587

MC-10148728-9999.pdf 37.636KB

 


 

 

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