NHTSA ID Number: 10177709
Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 49002
Summary
Some 2020 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine and built on or before 10-Jan-2020 may exhibit various transmission concerns requiring either disassembly and repair or complete transmission replacement. When performing transmission service, inspect the transmission oil cooler. If the cooler is not equipped with a support bracket fastened to the transmission bellhousing, replace the transmission oil cooler. Refer to TSB 20-2086 for part information and additional details.
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2020 |
APPLICABLE VEHICLES
2020 CAR: TW U625N EXPLORER
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
SSM 49002 – 2020 Explorer – 2.3L EcoBoost – Various Transmission Concerns – Transmission Fluid Cooler Inspection – Built On Or Before 10-Jan-2020
MC-10177709-0001.pdf 113.451KB
- Exceeds OEM specs Dexron ULV, Mercon ULV, Mercedes Benz 236.17, Nissan Matic P, JATCO 9 Speed, BMW 83-22-2-413-477 ATF 7 and many other ULV application - Silverado, Escalade, Yukon, Tahoe, Suburban, Escalade, BMWs, Ford
Mustang
, Ford
Super Duty F250, F350, F-550, Raptor, Lincon, Ford
Explorer, Navigator, GMC Sierra, Chevrolet
Camaro SS, BMW / Mini - EXCEPTIONALLY SMOOTH SHIFTING:: Delivers ultra-smooth shifting, long-term stability, high shear and oxidation stability, and eliminates shudder, slipping, or gear sticking even under severe loads such a towing or hauling - EXTENDED DRAIN: Long drain intervals of up to 100,000 miles+ for standard driving and 70,000 miles for heavy-duty applications
- TRUE ALL SEASON - ALL SERVICE: Engineered for extreme conditions with a pour point down to -50°F, very high thermal stability for hot weather and high film strength for continuous severe service use like towing, hauling in modern trucks.
- GM 10L80/10L90, Escalade (2021+ with 10L80), CT6 3.0TT and 4.2TT (2019+ with 10L80), Silverado 1500 (2019+ with 10L80), Camaro SS / ZL1 (2017+ with 10L80/90), Tahoe and Suburban (2021+ with 10-speed), Sierra 1500 (2019+ with 10L80), and Yukon and Yukon XL with 10 speed transmissions
- 1. Very low viscosity fluid improves fuel economy in vehicles requiring this fluid
- 2. Enhanced shear stability provides less viscosity loss for consistent operation and durability
- 3. Improved low temperature performance ensures proper transmission function at all temperatures
- Formulated with premium synthetic base oils to achieve low viscosity and minimize deposits
- Provides excellent thermal and oxidation performance
- Durable friction modifiers help prevent shudder
- Advanced anti-wear technology to better prevent gear wear
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