| TSB 17-0026 | 3.5L GTDI – DTC P0016 – PRIMARY TIMING CHAIN WEAR – BUILT ON OR BEFORE 10-OCT-2014 |
| Publication Date: March 8, 2017 | |
| FORD | 2011-2014 F-150 |
This article supersedes TSB 15-0044 to update the Parts List.
ISSUE:
Some 2011-2014 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) engine and built on or before 10-Oct-2014 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0016. Other DTCs and driveability concerns may also be present. This concern may be due to a worn primary timing chain. A kit has been developed to aid in the repair process.
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
- Connect the Ford
Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) service tool or equivalent scan tool to the data link connector (DLC). Check for DTCs. Is DTC P0016 present in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory?
- Yes – proceed to Step 2.
- No – this article does not apply. Refer to the Powertrain Control/Emission Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for normal diagnostics.
- Check the vehicle build date. Was the vehicle built on or before 10-Oct-2014?
- Yes – proceed to Step 3.
- No – this procedure does not apply. Refer to the PC/ED manual for normal diagnosis.
- Using IDS, with key on and engine running (KOER), select the VCT_INT_ACT1 parameter identification (PID) in the Datalogger.
- If VCT_INT_ACT1 PID reads +6 degrees or greater, proceed to Step 4.
- If VCT_INT_ACT1 PID reads less than +6 degrees – this procedure does not apply. Refer to PC/ED manual for normal diagnostics.
- Replace the primary timing chain. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-01.
| BL3Z-6D256-B | Kit – Timing Chain Tensioner |
| BR3Z-6584-B
Ford Gasket
| Camshaft Cover Gasket – Right Hand (2011-2012) |
| DL3Z-6584-B | Camshaft Cover Gasket – Right Hand (2013-2014) |
| BL3Z-9417-A | Gasket – Fuel Pump |
| AA5Z-6714-A
Sale
Genuine Ford Parts AA5Z-6714-A Oil Filter
| Filter Oil |
| W503297-S900 | Bolt – Fuel Pump |
| W520100-S437 | Nut – Fuel Line |
| TA-357
SEALANT - SILICONE
| Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone |
| ZC-30-A
Genuine Ford Fluid ZC-30 Silicone Gasket Remover - 12 oz.
| Motorcraft Silicone Gasket Remover |
| ZC-31-B
Motorcraft - Towelette-Metal C (ZC31B)
| Motorcraft Metal Surface Prep |
| VC-3-B
Ford Genuine Fluid VC-13-G Yellow Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant - 1 Gallon
| Motorcraft Orange Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant |
| XO-5W30-QSP
MOTORCRAFT - Oil - Engine (XO5W305Q3SP)
| Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil |
| OPERATION | DESCRIPTION | TIME |
| 170026A | 2011-2014 F-150 3.5L GTDI: Diagnose And Replace The Primary Timing Chain (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) | 8.9 Hrs. |
WARRANTY STATUS
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage.
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.
DEALER CODING
| BASIC PART NO. | CONDITION CODE |
| 6268 | 33 |
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- As measured in Sequence VH sludge test vs. API SP limits
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- Advanced additives that help prevent engine wear | Improved Fuel Economy**
- Meets or exceeds the following specifications: API SP/SN PLUS/SN/SM | ILSAC GF-6 | Meets Ford
WSS-M2C946-B1 | Meets Ford
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- 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
- Provides excellent internal engine heat protection (up to 500 degrees F) and low temperature protection (to -40 degrees F)
- Helps extend engine life by working to prevent damaging deposits and sludge buildup
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