Various SYNC Performance Related Concerns – 2016-2019 Ford & Lincoln

2018 Ford F-150

NHTSA ID Number: 10162087 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 48053 Summary Some 2016-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 not at the latest software level may exhibit Various Performance Related concerns such as Display Operation, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Phone Pairing, Applink, Travel Link, Slow System Response, etc. Check for SYNC software update under the OASIS Tab …

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G0000084 – Wipers – Warrantable vs Non-Warrantable – Ford & Lincoln

2018 Ford F-Super Duty

General Service Bulletin (GSB): Wipers – Warrantable vs Non-Warrantable GSB Overview: Use this GSB to help determine (Warrantable / NonWarrantable Wiper Blades Defect vs. Damage) NOTE:  This information is not intended to replace or supersede any warranty, parts and service policy, Work Shop Manual (WSM) procedures or technical training or wiring diagram information.   Wiper

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SYNC 3 – Control 14 Error During SYNC Module Programming – 2016-2018 Ford & Lincoln

2018 Lincoln Continental

SSM 47311 – 2016-2018 Various Vehicles – SYNC 3 – Control 14 Error During SYNC Module Programming Some 2016-2018 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a control 14 error code during SYNC module programming.   This is due to selecting additional applications that should not be selected during the programming process. …

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SYNC 3 Navigation Map Updates – 2016-2017 Ford & Lincoln

2017 Lincoln Continental

SSM 47240 – 2016-2017 Various Vehicles – SYNC 3 Navigation Map Updates Map Upgrades are now available for 2016-2017 Ford and Lincoln vehicles built with SYNC 3 Navigation.   The navigation map upgrade for SYNC 3 systems is accomplished with a Universal Serial Bus (USB) drive. The USB drive will need to contain the map …

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Revised Engine Oil Leak Diagnostic Procedure Using New White Fluorescent Dye – Ford Lincoln & Mercury

2017 Ford F-150

SSM 47550 Multiple Vehicle Lines – Revised Engine Oil Leak Diagnostic Procedure Using New White Fluorescent Dye To help differentiate engine oil leaks from other possible sources, a new white-colored fluorescent engine oil dye is available. Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 has been revised to reference the new white-colored dye.   The new white fluorescent …

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