2005 Ford F-150 TSBs
95 Technical Service Bulletins across 12 categories
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Engine
26 bulletinsVarious vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit...
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symptoms that may include upper end engine noise, rough running, misfire and/or engine damage. If diagnosis leads to only camshaft/camshaft roller follower(s) requiring replacement, replace all of the camshaft roller followers on both banks/cylinder heads with part number 3L3Z-6564-A, not just the faulty roller follower(s). When replacing the camshaft roller followers, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-01.
When ordering a 2005 to 2008 remanufactured 5.4L 3v or 6.8L 3v engine, spark plug boots may be provided in the packaging.
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Replace all black spark plug boots from the original engine with the 'brown' spark plug boots, as provided. The updated 'brown' spark plug boots are longer than the black boots to accommodate a running change in the spark plug length. The ignition coil bodies and spring/resistor are transferable and only the rubber boots require replacement. Failure to install the spark plug boots provided with the replacement engine could lead to drivability concerns.
LINCOLN/FORD: WHEN DRIVING FROM IDLE UP TO 1200 RPM, THERE MAY BE AN INTERMITTENT RATTLE NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE.
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2004-2013 F-150, F-250, F-350, EXPEDITION, MARK LT, NAVIGATOR. *PE
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: MAY HAVE SLUDGE BUILDUP IN THROTTLE BODY LEADING TO LESS AIRFLOW OR ENGINE IDLING RPM...
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FLUCTUATION AND HARD STARTS OR BATTERY DISCONNECT OR DEAD BATTERY AFTER KEEP ALIVE MEMORY (KAM) CLEAR. MODELS 2003-05 THUNDERBIRD, 05-06 MUSTANG, 06-08 FUSION, 04-05 EXPLORER, 05-06 EXPEDITION, 05-07 F-150; 2003-06 LS, 06 ZEPHYR, 05-06 NAVIGATOR; 06-08 MILAN. *PE
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: IF BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED OR DEAD, VEHICLES/TRUCKS MAY EXPERIENCE HARD STARTS AND ENGINE...
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IDLE RPM FLUCTUATION AND EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0505, P0506, P2111 AND P2112. *PE
FORD/MERCURY/LINCOLN: VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS: DRIVE AWAY HESITATION, LOSS OF RPM ON...
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DECELERATION, DIFFICULTY STARTING, AND/OR IDLE RPM LESS THAN DESIRED. THE F53 MOTORHOME CHASSIS IS INCLUDED. *PE
1999-2008 7.3L/6.0L/6.4L/4.5L DIESEL F-SUPER DUTY - CLEAN THE CHARGE AIR COOLER (CAC) SYSTEM AFTER CERTAIN TURBO OR ENGINE FAILURES - SERVICE TIP.
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4.6L/5.4L--MIL P0506 AND/OR P0505--HESITATION/LOSS OF RPM/DIFFICULTY STARTING/LOW IDLE RPM.
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FORD\LINCOLN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 07M08: CERTAIN 2005 MODEL YEAR F-150, F-SUPER DUTY, EXPEDITION, AND NAVIGATOR VEHICLES WITH 5.4L 3V ENGINES-EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE ON FUEL INJECTORS. CSC WAS RECEIVED. *NJ UPDATED 5/20/09. *PE
SOME 1997-2008 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.6L 2V, 5.4L 2V, OR 6.8L 2V ENGINE--SPARK PLUG THREAD REPAIR PROCEDURE--NOT...
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COVERED UNDER NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY. *NJ THIS INCLUDES F-53 MOTORHOME CHASSIS. UPDATED 2/23/10. *PE
5.4L 3V WITH P030X AND/OR P0316 ACCOMPANIED BY SPARK KNOCK.
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5.4L 3V WITH P030X AND/OR P0316 ACCOMPANIED BY SPARK KNOCK.
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WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING.
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MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P061B AND/OR P2106 AFTER COLD START AND RAPID TRANSMISSION...
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GEAR ENGAGEMENT - VEHICLES BUILT 8/23/2004 THROUGH 1/15/2005 - 5.4L 3-VALVE ENGINE. *TT
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON AND/OR VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS - 5.4L 3-VALVE ENGINE - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 4/20/2005.
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MIL ON-VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS-5.4L 3-VALVE ENGINE-VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 4/20/2005.
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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0340 AND OR P0344-5.4 3V ENGINE.
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HARD START/LONG CRANK, ROUGH IDLE, ENGINE IDLE MISFIRE-MIL-DTCS P0300 THROUGH P0308, P0171, P0172, P0174, P0175, P0316, P2195, P2196, P2197, P2198.
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FAST IDLE AFTER COLD START.
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COOLING FAN CLUTCH NOISE - VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 10/1/2004 - 5.4L AND 4.6L ENGINES.
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ENGINE VIBRATION DURING NETURAL RUN UP.
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TICKING NOISE FROM UPPER ENGINE.
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MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P061B AND/OR P2106 AFTER COLD START AND...
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RAPID TRANSMISSION GEAR ENGAGEMENT. 5.4L 3V ENGINE. *TT UPDATE. *TT
CAMSHAFT AND LASH ADJUSTER DESIGN CHANGE ON A 5.4L 3V ENGINE.
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MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH MISFIRE DTC'S SPARK KNOCK PISTON SCUFFING.
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*EH VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 4/25/2005 - 5.4L 3V ENGINE. *TT
ENGINE MISFIRE OR RUNNING - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIPS.
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TO INCLUDE VARIOUS 2005 MODELS. * AR THIS ARTICLE 04161 SUPERSEDES TSB 03-14-04.
Other
22 bulletinsThis SKU is an Oil Dipstick.
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The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the dipstick tube. The dipstick tube inner diameter may be small enough that it prevents installation of the OE dipstick.
REAR AXLE TUBE FRACTURE AT CENTER CARRIER.
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VIBRATION FROM THE DRIVELINE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.
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SHUDDER/VIBRATION ON MODERATE TO HARD ACCELERATION.
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STUMBLE ON HEAVY DECELERATION AND/OR TIP - OUT IN MANUAL 2 - 5.4L 3V WITH 4R75E.
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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P0340, P0344, P0345, P0349.
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ARE FOUND. *KB
4X4 FRONT DIFFERENTIAL BRACKET REPAIR.
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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0340/P0344/P0345/P0349 - 4.6L 3V AND 5.4L 3V.
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DRIVESHAFT SLIP-BUMP ON DECELERATION OR ACCELERATION FROM A STOP.
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COOLANT DEGAS BOTTLE OVERFLOW.
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REAR AXLE NOISE REPAIR.
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BUCK/JERK OR SURGE - 6.0L VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 8/22/2005.
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SHUDDER/VIBRATION ON MODERATE TO HARD ACCELERATION.
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REAR AXLE NOISE REPAIR.
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INTERMITTENT CONCERNS OF MIL ON WITH VARIOUS DTCS HARD START LONG CRANK RUNS ROUGH AND OR NO CRANK.
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*EH OASIS APRIL 2005. *TT
AXLE WHINE HOWL. THIS INCLUDES 1997-05 FORD VEHICLES.
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WELD BONDING PROCEDURE.
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A DRIVELINE CLUNK OR BUMP WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP.
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1ST ORDER VIBRATION FROM THE DRIVELINE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.
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SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED.
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LIMITED SLIP AXLE CHATTER, SHUDDER, BINDING SENSATION, OR VIBRATION DURING LOW SPEED TURNING MANEUVERS.
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AUDIBLE DRIVELINE MOAN ABOVE 45 MPH (72 KM/H) DURING ACCELERATION OR COASTING - VEHICLES BUILT 8/20/2004 TO 10/4/2004.
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Brakes
12 bulletinsINTERMITTENT VEHICLE VIBRATION--PARKING BRAKE DISENGAGEMENT CONCERNS.
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FRONT END SHUDDER/VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 11/18/2004.
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PARK BRAKE DRAG ISSUE THAT PRESENTS ITSELF AS A VEHICLE SHUDDER TO THE CUSTOMER.
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REPEAT BRAKE SHUDDER/VIBRATION FROM THE FRONT BRAKES WHEN BRAKING.
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A LOW BRAKE PEDAL. *TT
TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER APPLICATIONS.
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FRONT BRAKE ROUGHNESS - SHUDDER WHILE BRAKING.
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KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD INOPERATIVE.
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FRONT END SHUDDER/VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 11/18/2004.
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FALSE ABS ACTIVATION OR AN ABS LIGHT ON WITH DTC C1175 OR C1236 OR DTC C1230 OR C1237.
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FRONT END SHUDDER/VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 11/18/2004.
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AN ALUMINUM-BACKED BUTYL PAD MAY HAVE BEEN ADDED TO THE INSIDE SURFACE OF THE RIGHT HAND SIDE BOX OUTER PANEL IN FRONT OF THE TAIL LAMP.
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CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 04B23. BUTYL PAD REMOVAL. *TT SUPPLEMENT #1. *TT SUPPLEMENT #2. *TT
Electrical
10 bulletinsFor 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended.
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It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (VIN) from a different vehicle. Most modules on these affected vehicles are VIN/vehicle specific and hardware variations between modules do exist. Swapping a module from a vehicle or ordering a module using a different vehicle/VIN can cause ineffective repairs and additional vehicle down time. Make sure all appropriate Workshop Manual (WSM) procedures are followed when diagnosing the condition prior to all module replacements and only order modules using the correct VIN.
Some 2002-2008 F-Super Duty, F-150 and Mark LT vehicles may exhibit concern during or after programing the VSM.
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The programming may fail or vehicle symptoms such as inoperative door locks, dome lamps, door ajar indicators or auto lamps may occur after successful programing. To ensure the VSM is configured correctly, use the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) scan tool and select the blue ball and socket icon in the upper left corner. Select the utility knife in the bottom left corner. Select Update/Special Function and enter 53061 in the blue box then press the tick mark. The screen will go back to the system utilities page. Navigate to the toolbox tab and run the Programmable Module Installation (PMI) on the VSM. The procedure will prompt you to manually enter the as-built into the VSM. Obtain the as-built data from PTS > OASIS > As-Built.
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs).
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The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading these PIDs and cannot display quickly enough to validate a concern. The PCM automatically monitors these inputs more accurately and will set diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) when appropriate. Using these PIDs for diagnostics will lead to inaccurate results and improper ETB replacements. If a concern is intermittent and no DTCs are present, refer to historical DTCs and the PC/ED, Section 3 No DTCs Present Index chart for further information.
FORD: THERE MAY BE CHAFFING ON A WIRE HARNESS BETWEEN THE CLOCKSPRING AND DRIVER AIRBAG WHICH CAUSE THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT TO COME ON.
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ERRATIC FUEL GAUGE OPERATION - MIL ON --DTCS P040/P0463 OR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MODULE DTC B1201--VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 12/3/2007.
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SPARK PLUG REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS - 5.4 3V.
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SERVICE WIRING HARNESS REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES - SERVICE TIPS.
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GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES.
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GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES.
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MAF DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIP - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH EGR SYSTEM MODULE (ESM).
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Body & Paint
6 bulletinsThis article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected.
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Some 2000 and newer Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended.
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns...
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appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns...
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appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition
BODY REPAIR PROCEDURE USING MIG WELDING FOR WELD BONDING.
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PAINT BUBBLING ON PASSENGER SIDE OF PICKUP BED.
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POWERFOLD MIRRORS APPEAR LOOSE OR WILL NOT LOCK IN PLACE - SERVICE TIP.
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OASIS NOV 2004. *TT
Tires & Wheels
5 bulletinsALTERNATE TIRES APPROVED FOR OFF ROAD USE.
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VIBRATION DIAGNOSIS - TIRE/WHEEL RUNOUT.
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FRONT TIRE WEAR ON INSIDE AND/OR OUTSIDE EDGE.
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*TT RAPID FEATHERING WEAR OF FRONT TIRES. *TT RAPID SHOULDER (TOE) WEAR ON INSIDE EDGE OF FRONT TIRES. *TT
LABEL PROGRAM 04L24-SUPPLEMENT#1-TIRE WARRANTY COVERAGE CHANGE.
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LABEL PROGRAM 04L24. TIRE WARRANTY COVERAGE CHANGE.
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Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
4 bulletinsNEUTRAL TOW CAPABILITY - SERVICE KIT REQUIREMENTS.
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NEUTRAL TOW CAPABILITY -- SERVICE KIT REQUIREMENTS.
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HARD START, NO START AND/OR OTHER SYMPTOMS CAUSED BY A HIGH PRESSURE OIL SYSTEM LEAK - SERVICE TIP.
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MAGNESIUM ALLOW RADIATOR CORE SUPPORT - UNIQUE HANDLING AND REPAIR PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIPS.
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Steering
3 bulletinsHIGH PRESSURE POWER STEERING LINE SEEPAGE-COLD CLIMATES ONLY (EXCLUDING HERITAGE F-150).
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STEERING COLUMN RATTLE/CLUNKING WHILE DRIVING OVER ROUGH SURFACES AND WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL.
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VEHICLE/STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT 50 MPH (80 KM/H) OR HIGHER - STEERING WHEEL NIBBLE AT 65 MPH (105 KM/H) OR HIGHER.
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Transmission
3 bulletinsUN-COMMANDED TCC APPLY ON THE 1-2 SHIFT CAUSING PERCEPTION OF HESITATION AND/OR LACK OF POWER DURING SHIFT.
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HARSH 3-2 DOWNSHIFT BETWEEN 17-25 MPH (27-40 KM/H) - NO DTCS - 4R75E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 4/20/2005.
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SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF COLUMN SHIFT CABLE.
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Fuel System
2 bulletinsFORD TRUCK SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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IN THE CASE OF THE ROUSHCHARGER FOR THE F-150, THE TRUCKS CALIBRATION ENHANCEMENTS HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO BETTER ACCOMMODATE REGIONAL VARIATIONS IN PREMIUM FUEL QUALITY. EVEN THOUGH NOT ALL F-150 ROUSHCHARGED TRUCKS WILL BE AFFECTED BY THESE VARIATIONS. CSC LETTER WAS REC'D. *PE UPDATED 4/12/10. *PE
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR.
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Suspension
1 bulletinSOME 2004-2014 F-150 AND 2006-2008 MARK LT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) MAY EXHIBIT NOISY OR ENGAGED...
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FRONT HUBS WHEN OPERATING IN TWO-WHEEL DRIVE (2WD) MODE. FOLLOW THE SERVICE PROCEDURE STEPS TO CORRECT THE CONDITION.
Software & Calibration
1 bulletinVSM PROGRAMMING - SERVICE PROCEDURE UPDATE.
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