Category: Diagnostic Tips

Illuminated MIL With DTC P013A – 2017-2019 Ford & Lincoln

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NHTSA ID Number: 10160812

Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB19-2158

Summary

Some 2017-2019 Fusion Hybrid/Fusion Energi/MKZ Hybrid and 2017-2018 C-Max vehicles built on or before 27-Jan-2019 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P013A stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to downstream oxygen sensor parameters in the PCM software. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to update the PCM software.

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1.0L EcoBoost – Illuminated MIL With DTC P051B – 2018-2019 Ford EcoSport

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NHTSA ID Number: 10160814

Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB19-2164

Summary

Some 2018-2019 EcoSport vehicles equipped with a 1.0L EcoBoost engine build on or before 16-May-2019 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P051B. This may be due to sensor drift on the crankcase ventilation sensor thresholds. To resolve the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM).

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1.0L EcoBoost – Automatic Transmission – Illuminated MIL With Multiple DTCs – 2018-2019 Ford EcoSport

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NHTSA ID Number: 10160816

Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB19-2168

Summary

Some 2018-2019 EcoSport vehicles equipped with a 1.0L EcoBoost engine and an automatic transmission may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp(MIL) with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) relating to loss of power or misfire conditions. This may be due to a chafing condition on the engine control harness that is routed between the transmission and exhaust heat shield. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to repair the wiring harness and move the heat shield away from the harness.

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Driveline Vibration After Drive Pinion Flange Removal And Installation – 2015-2019 Ford Mustang

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NHTSA ID Number: 10160933

Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 47991

Summary

Some 2015-2019 Mustangs may exhibit a driveline vibration after removal and installation of the drive pinion flange. This may be due to improper removal and installation of the drive pinion flange. It is critical to reinstall the drive pinion flange in the same orientation on the drive pinion stem as it was before it was removed. Mark the drive pinion flange and the drive pinion stem before removing the flange to make sure that it is reinstalled on the stem in the same orientation as it was before removal. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 205-02.

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3.7L Or 3.5L – AWD – PTU Venting, Noise, Odor – 2015-2016 Ford & Lincoln

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NHTSA ID Number: 10160936

Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 47993

Summary

2015-2016 Edge/MKX/Flex/MKT/MKZ/MKS/Taurus/Taurus Police/Explorer/Explorer Police vehicles built on or before 10-Jun-2016 and equipped with a 3.5L or 3.7L engine, all wheel drive (AWD) and a power transfer unit (PTU) may exhibit a PTU venting, an odor originating from the PTU, or noise originating from the PTU. These vehicles may be a candidate for rebuild using PTU Idler Gear/Shaft/Bearing Kit (GB5Z-7P258-A). Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 308-07.

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