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NHTSA ID Number: 10201906
Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 21-2335
Summary
Some 2020-2021 Transit vehicles may experience a pop/sizzle/crack noise from the exhaust. This may be due to water dripping on the exhaust from the evaporator drain tube. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to extend the the length of the evaporator drain tube.


This bulletin supersedes 21-2109. Reason for update: Concern Carryover to New Model
Model:
2020-2021 Transit
Summary
This article supersedes TSB 21-2109 to update the vehicle model years affected.
Issue: Some 2020-2021 Transit vehicles may experience a pop/sizzle/crack noise from the exhaust. This may be due to water dripping on the exhaust from the evaporator drain tube. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to extend the length of the evaporator drain tube.
Action: Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition on vehicles that meet all of the following criteria:
- 2020-2021 Transit
- Pop/sizzle/crack noise due to water dripping on the exhaust
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.
Parts
Service Part Number | Quantity | Description |
TA-2-B ![]() | As Needed | Motorcraft® Seam Sealer (Black) |
Obtain Locally | 1 | Vinyl Tube, 13 mm (1/2 Inch) Inside Diameter, 5 Cm (2 Inch) Long |
Service Procedure
1. Apply a thin coat of Motorcraft® Seam Sealer (Black) to the inside of one end of a locally acquired vinyl tube measuring 5 cm (2 in.) long and an inner diameter of 13 mm (1/2 in.).
2. Install the vinyl tube from the top side of the vehicle to the evaporator drain tube. Use a set of pliers to extend the reach if necessary. (Figure 1)
2 Affected Products
Vehicle
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
FORD![]() | TRANSIT | 2020-2021 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
21-2335
27 September 2021
NHTSA ID Number: 10191175
Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 21-2109
Summary
Some 2020 Transit vehicles may experience a pop/sizzle/crack noise from the exhaust. This may be due to water dripping on the exhaust from the evaporator drain tube. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to extend the the length of the evaporator drain tube.
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
21-2109
09 April 2021
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- Plug Any Void –– Easily patch large cracks with confidence when using this thick auto seam sealer. This single-component panel bond compound provides superior adhesion on bare, primed, or painted metal surfaces on your vehicle or RV
- Complete Kit –– Comes with nitrile gloves and an application tip to make the process seamless This joint and seam filler set comes with everything you need and more. The sealant is compatible with any standard caulking gun
- Permanently Fill Gaps –– Don't settle for a body panel adhesive sealant that doesn't hold up. Trust in a non-shrinking, non-cracking and low odor formula that stays remarkably flexible over time. Prevent leaks and debris from infiltrating your vehicle, and promote corrosion resistance
- Primer and Paint Ready –– Get your project ready for the road in just 24 hours. Smooth out and let the quick-curing seam sealant settle in for 45 minutes. Then you're ready to prime and paint the automotive body filler for a flawless finish that blends right in
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- Permanently Fill Gaps - Don't settle for a body panel adhesive sealant that doesn't hold up. Trust in a non-shrinking, non-cracking and low odor formula that stays remarkably flexible over time. Prevent leaks and debris from infiltrating your vehicle, and promote corrosion resistance
- Primer and Paint Ready - Get your project ready for the road in just 24 hours. Smooth out and let the quick-curing seam sealant settle in for 45 minutes. Then you're ready to prime and paint the automotive body filler for a flawless finish that blends right in
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- Packaging may vary
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- All-Weather Performance: Designed to deliver a long-lasting seal, our automotive seam sealer withstands extreme weather without shrinking or cracking. Seam seal technology ensures it remains flexible and durable for both indoor and outdoor applications, making it a versatile automotive sealant.
- Easy Application & No Prep Needed: Seamlessly compatible with any standard urethane caulk gun, this auto glass sealant offers excellent adhesion without the need for surface prep. Our car seam sealer ensures quick and professional-grade gap filling.
- Versatile Application Across Vehicles: Perfect as car body filler for boats, trucks, and RVs, this automotive paintable seam sealer ensures a seamless fit on body panel and seams. Acting as an RV seam sealer, it meets diverse automotive repair needs effectively.
- Professional Results Guaranteed: Trusted by auto repair experts across the USA, our auto body seam sealer ensures high-quality, professional repairs with every use. Satisfaction guaranteed—see the difference in your repairs!
- Bonds to All Surfaces: Our seam sealer automotive formula bonds strongly with primed, painted, or bare metal surfaces, offering a fast curing solution. Ready for paint in just 30 minutes, it serves as an effective RV roof sealant and polyurethane auto body filler without the need for sanding.
- All-Weather Performance: Designed to deliver a long-lasting seal, our automotive seam sealer withstands extreme weather without shrinking or cracking. Seam seal technology ensures it remains flexible and durable for both indoor and outdoor applications, making it a versatile automotive sealant.
- Easy Application & No Prep Needed: Seamlessly compatible with any standard urethane caulk gun, this auto glass sealant offers excellent adhesion without the need for surface prep. Our car seam sealer ensures quick and professional-grade gap filling.
- Versatile Application Across Vehicles: Perfect as car body filler for boats, trucks, and RVs, this automotive paintable seam sealer ensures a seamless fit on body panel and seams. Acting as an RV seam sealer, it meets diverse automotive repair needs effectively.
- Professional Results Guaranteed: Trusted by auto repair experts across the USA, our auto body seam sealer ensures high-quality, professional repairs with every use. Satisfaction guaranteed—see the difference in your repairs!
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Warranty Status: Eligible under provisions of New Vehicle Limited Warranty (NVLW)/Service Part Warranty(SPW)/Special Service Part (SSP)/Extended Service Plan (ESP) coverage. Limits/policies/prior approvals are notaltered by a TSB. NVLW/SPW/SSP/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verifiedusing the OASIS part coverage tool. Labor Times Description OperationNo. Time 2020-2021 Transit: Extend The Evaporator Drain Tube Following The Service Procedure (DoNot Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 212335A 0.3Hrs. Repair/Claim Coding Causal Part: 19B555 Condition Code: 42
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