Transmission Fluid Leak Form Fluid Cooler Tubes At Transmission – Improperly Seated/Cracked Transmission Cooler Tube – 2020-2021 Ford Mustang GT500

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NHTSA ID Number: 10201063

Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 21-2148

Summary

Some 2020-2021 Mustang GT500 vehicles may exhibit a transmission fluid leak caused by improperly seated or cracked transmission cooler tubes attached to the transmission case. This may be due to the retaining bolts being cross threaded causing the seals to leak and/or crack the lines. If the threads in the transmission case that the cooler tube retaining bolts go into are damaged, it is not necessary to replace the transmission. These threads can be repaired. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to repair these threads and replace the tubes.

 


2021 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
2021 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500

 


This bulletin supersedes 21-2108. Reason for update: New Part/Procedure For Same Condition

 

Ford

2020-2021 Mustang GT 500

 

Summary

This article supersedes TSB 21-2108 to update the issue, action, and Service Procedure.

 

Issue: Some 2020-2021 Mustang GT500 vehicles may exhibit a transmission fluid leak caused by improperly seated or cracked transmission cooler tubes attached to the transmission case. This may be due to the retaining bolts being cross threaded causing the seals to leak and/or crack the lines. If the threads in the transmission case that the cooler tube retaining bolts go into are damaged, it is not necessary to replace the transmission. These threads can be repaired. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to repair these threads and replace the tubes.

 

Action: Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition on vehicles that meet all of the following criteria:

 

NOTE: Part quantity refers to the number of that service part number required, which may be different than the number of individual pieces. Service part numbers contain 1 piece unless otherwise stated. “As Needed” indicates the part is required but the number may vary or is not a whole number; parts can be billed out as non-whole numbers, including less than 1. “If Needed” indicates the part is not mandatory.

 

Parts

Service Part Number Quantity Description
KR3Z-7C013-A 1 Transmission Fluid Filter Housing Cover
KR3Z-7R081-C 1 Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube
Obtain Locally 1 Thread Repair Kit
XT-14-L As Needed Motorcraft® Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
Parts To Inspect And Replace Only If Necessary
W721914-S450 If Needed Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Retaining Bolt Package Contains 4 Pieces
5L7Z-7D285-A Transmission Fluid Leak Form Fluid Cooler Tubes At Transmission - Improperly Seated/Cracked Transmission Cooler Tube - 2020-2021 Ford Mustang GT500 | small light If Needed Backing Ring Package Contains 2 Pieces
5L7Z-7J324-A Transmission Fluid Leak Form Fluid Cooler Tubes At Transmission - Improperly Seated/Cracked Transmission Cooler Tube - 2020-2021 Ford Mustang GT500 | small light If Needed Band Seal Package Contains 2 Pieces
KR3Z-7C045-B If Needed Transmission Oil Filter Kit

 

Service Procedure

1. Determine which fluid cooler tube port on the transmission has damaged threads.

(1). If the front port is damaged, replace the transmission fluid filter cover. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01B. Proceed to Step 2.

(2). If the rear port is damaged, proceed to Step 2.

2. Remove and discard the transmission fluid cooler tubes. Refer to WSM, Section 307-02B, Removal and Installation, Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes, Steps 1,2,3,4,8,9,10,11.

3. Cover the fluid cooler tube ports in the side of the transmission to prevent any debris from entering the transmission.

4. Using a M6 x 1 x 12mm thread repair insert kit, repair the damaged threads in the transmission case. Use the instructions contained with the kit to install the thread repair kit.

5. Thoroughly clean the repair area.

6. Install the new rear transmission fluid cooler tubes. Refer to WSM, Section 307-02B. Replace the rear transmission fluid cooler tube retaining bolt(s) as necessary.

7. Verify the proper transmission fluid level. Add fluid as necessary.

8. Make sure no leaks are present after making the repair. If any leaks are found, refer to WSM, Section 307-01B.

 


2 Affected Products

Vehicle

MAKE MODEL YEAR
FORD MUSTANG 2020-2021

 


1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

21-2148
30 August 2021

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10201063

MC-10201063-0001.pdf 86.753KB

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NHTSA ID Number: 10191174

Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 21-2108

Summary

Some 2020-2021 Mustang GT500 vehicles may exhibit a transmission fluid leak caused by improperly seated transmission cooler tubes attached to the transmission case. If the threads in the transmission case that the cooler tube retaining bolts go into are damaged, it is not necessary to replace the transmission. These threads can be repaired. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to repair these threads.

 

1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

21-2108
09 April 2021

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10191174

MC-10191174-0001.pdf 105.663KB

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