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CAUSES EXHAUST OR INTAKE VALVES BE HUNG OPEN. MODEL 2008-10 F SUPER DUTY. *PE

CRANK NO START BECAUSE OF IMPROPER PEDESTAL HEIGHT CAUSING TO HANG OPEN THE INTAKE OR EXHAUST VALVES. MODEL 2008-10 F SUPER DUTY. *PE

BECAUSE OF OTHER COMPONENTS IN COOLING SYSTEM. MODEL 2008-10 F-SUPER DUTY. *PE

MODEL 2008-10 F SUPER DUTY. *PE

MODEL 2003-2014 F-SUPER DUTY, E SERIES, EXCURSION, F-53 MOTORHOME CHASSIS, LOW CAB FORWARD. *PE

P2463 WITH A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP. *PE

OR NO CRANK START AND RUNS ROUGH. *PE

THERE ARE MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE. POSSIBLIY INCLUDING: MALFUNCTION LIGHT ON, RUNS ROUGH, REDUCED POWER, EXCESSIVE SMOKE FROM THE EXHAUST, FUEL SMELL FROM THE CRANKCASE, COOLANT LOSS, AND ENGINE NOISE. *RM

WHEN INSTALLING SUPPLY OR RETURN LINES AT HIGH PRESSURE PUMP ON DIESEL ENGINES, DO NOT USE THE BONDED STYLE WASHER (W302870), USE ONLY THE HYBRID STYLE WASHER (W303659). *PE

GASOLINE/ALCOHOL LACK THE LUBRICITY OF DIESEL FUEL AND WILL CAUSE FUEL SYSTEM FAILURE. *PE

REQUIRE A CALIBRATION UPDATE WHICH WILL COVER SEVERAL DIFFERENT CONCERNS. *PE

WHICH WILL COVER SEVERAL DIFFERENT CONCERNS. *PE

UPDATE WHICH WILL COVER SEVERAL DIFFERENT CONCERNS. *PE

(EOT), ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) ARE BELOW -15F (-26C) AT START UP AND ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IS NOT UTILIZED. *PE

VEHICLES FUEL INJECTOR O RINGS CAN PREMATURELY WEAR. AS A RESULT, FUEL MAY LEAK INTO CRANKCASE CAUSING OIL LEVEL TO RISE. HIGH OIL LEVELS CAN CAUSE DRIVABILITY CONCERNS AND ULTIMATELY LEAD TO ENGINE DAMAGE. CSC LETTER WAS RECEIVED. *PE UPDATED 12/08/09. CSC LETTER WAS REC'D. *PE

CERTAIN 2008 MODEL YEAR F SUPER DUTY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6.4L DIESEL ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM VENTURI TEE INSTALLATION. *PE UPDATED 5/5/09. CSC LETTER WAS RECEIVED. *PE UPDATED 12/30/09. CSC LETTER WAS REC'D. 8PE

VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN 1/3/08 AND 5/5/08 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0128, P0196, P1335, P0404 AND P0406. *PE

AFFECTED VEHICLES, THE RADIATOR MAY DEVELOP CRACKS FROM A REVERSE FLOW OF COO AIR/COOLANT FROM THE DEGAS BOTTLE TO THE RADIATOR. *PE

(SRW), WITH A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF POWER STEERING PUMP NOISE WHILE DRIVING AND WITH HOTTER THAN NORMAL POWERING STEERING FLUID, REPLACE THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE LINE. *NJ

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TESTING THAT MAY HAVE DAMAGED THE INJECTOR RESULTING IN REDUCED FUEL FLOW. THIS MAY POTENTIALLY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO RUN ROUGH, HESITATE, OR STUMBLE ON ACCELERATION. *NJ

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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.

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FUNCTION IS TO PROVIDE PROTECTION AGAINST EXCESSIVE CURRENT LOADS, TYPICAL OF A SHORT CIRCUIT, BY SHUTTING DOWN CIRCUIT OPERATION. THE SJB/GEM STRATEGY MAY INTERPRET THE SWITCHING BETWEEN FORD HEADLAMPS AND EMERGENCY VEHICLE LIGHTING, AND VICE-VERSA AS A SHORT-TO-GROUND, CAUSING THE POWER FEEDING A HEADLAMP CIRCUIT THROUGH THE SJB TO BE TURNED OFF. *NJ

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BLIZZARD SNOWPLOWS. *NJ

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MORE NOTICEABLE WHEN WEATHER IS COLD. MODEL 2008-2012 F-SUPER DUTY. *PE

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VEHICLE OPERATED IN HEAVY SNOW CONDITIONS MAY EXPERIENCE A LACK OF POWER DURING ACCELERATION. THIS COULD CAUSE THE CHECK AIR FILTER MESSAGE ON DASH. *NJ

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EXHAUST ODOR INSIDE THE VEHICLE. *KB

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HTERE MAY BE MULITPLE TROUBLE CODES STORED. 2008 F-250/350/450/550. *RM

SOME VEHICLES (F350-550 SD) EQUIPPED WITH DRW MAY EXHIBIT SIDE MARKER LAMPS THAT ARE LOOSE/FALLING OFF. IF A SIDE MARKER LAMP MUST BE REPLACED F81Z-15442-BA (RED) AND F81Z-15442-CA (AMBER), DISPOSE OF THE BULB THAT COMES WITH THE SERVICE LAMP AND REPLACE W/ THE BULB WITH PART NUMBER C2AZ-13466-C. *PE

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systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool or from the label printed on the body control module (BCM). The Factory Keyless Entry Code application within the diagnostic scan tool will not provide an applicable master code for the accessory wireless keypad. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is not available, the "Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide" can be referenced and provides direction on how to retrieve the master code. This guide is located under the Workshop Manual tab > Accessories > Installation > Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide > PPT C > Step C2.<br /><br /> Note: The only available keypad for some vehicles from the assembly plant is the accessory wireless keyless entry keypad. The integrated wired keypad cannot be installed on vehicles not equipped from the factory with a wired keyless entry k

If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad, the accessory keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is lost, follow these steps to recover the code. Dealer Key Code access is granted through the Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES); dealership management can authorize users. The authorized user must go to FMCDealer.com > Parts and Service > Parts Product Line Information > Keys/Entry Devices > Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Follow the instructions on the screen to obtain the master code for the accessory keypad.

The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Parts Product Line Information - Keys/Entry Devices - Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Access to this site is granted through Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES) and Dealer Principal, General Manager or Parts and Service Director can authorize users. Once authorized the retrieval process for master code can be obtained. The master code for the Accessory Keyless Entry Keypad cannot be retrieved from the body control module(BCM) with a diagnostic tool.

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MERCON SP and can be used going forward. Mixing MERCON LV and MERCON SP in the same transmission is acceptable. After 30-Jun-2023, MERCON SP ATF will no longer be manufactured and will only be available until inventory depletes.

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INSTALLING A Z92 GEAR ON THIS TRANSMISSION WILL RESULT IN PREMATURE FAILURE. *KB UPDATED 12/12/07. *NJ

4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for severe duty and is non warrantable. The knuckle seal shield kit GC3Z-54024A38-A includes an installation instruction sheet

4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for severe duty and is non warrantable. The knuckle seal shield kit GC3Z-54024A38-A includes an installation instruction sheet

4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for severe duty and is non warrantable. The knuckle seal shield kit GC3Z-54024A38-A includes an installation instruction sheet

4X4 VACUUM HUB SEAL AND OR WHEEL BEARING WEAR AS A RESULT OF HARSH OPERATING CONDITIONS. A KNUCKLE SEAL SHIELD KIT IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR CUSTOMER PURCHASE. THE KIT IS DESIGNED FOR SEVERE DUTY AND IS NON WARRANTABLE. THE KNUCKLE SEAL SHIELD KIT GC3Z-54024A38-A INCLUDES AN INSTRUCTION SHEET.

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