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Rear Suspension – Front Lower Arm (Dog Bone) – Bushing(s) Damage And/Or Delamination – 2013-2018 Ford Escape

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2018 Ford Escape

NHTSA ID Number: 10156588 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 47858 Summary Some 2013-2018 Escape vehicles may exhibit damaged or delaminated bushing(s) on the rear suspension front lower arm (dog bone). If the rear suspension front lower arm requires replacement, an updated part is available through the parts catalog. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 204-02 for removal and … Read more

Safety Recall 18S20 – Shift Cable Bushing Replacement – 2013-2014 Ford Escape, & 2013-2016 Ford Fusion

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2016 Ford Fusion

July 16, 2018 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V471000 Unintentional Rollaway Due to Detached Shift Cable   If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.   NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V471 Manufacturer Ford Motor Company Components POWER TRAIN Potential Number of … Read more

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P2201, P2452, P2459, P246C, P246C, P2463 – Manual Regeneration And DPF Parameter Reset – 2011-2018 Ford F-Super Duty

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2018 Ford F-Super Duty

NHTSA ID Number: 10144202 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 47402 Summary When performing diagnostics for DTCs P2201, P2452, P2459, P246C and/or P2463, a manual regeneration and diesel particulate filter (DPF) parameter reset using the appropriate scan tool may need to be performed. To perform the manual regeneration, go to the Toolbox tab > Powertrain > Service Functions > … Read more

Air Conditioning (A/C) Performance – Upfitter Responsibilities – 2015-2018 Ford Transit

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2018 Ford Transit High Roof

NHTSA ID Number: 10144201 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 47401 Summary Some 2015-2018 Transit vehicles equipped with the Auxiliary Heater / A/C Prep Package 62C are built specifically for A/C system modification. This can be identified on the Professional Technician Society (PTS) website by using vehicle identification number (VIN) > OASIS tab > Vehicle Information > Additional information … Read more

Rattle Noise From Engine Flex Plate – 2015-2018 Ford Edge

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2018 Ford Edge

NHTSA ID Number: 10144200 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 47398 Summary Some 2015-2018 Edge vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost and 6F35 transmission may exhibit a rattle noise from the transmission bellhousing area while running. This may be the result of a cracked engine flexplate. When replacing the flexplate, lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with Multi-Purpose Grease … Read more