TSB
13-9-16 AWD - LEAK FROM PTU - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 1/25/2013
Publication Date: September 17, 2013
FORD: 2013 Taurus, Explorer
LINCOLN: 2013 MKS
ISSUE:
Some 2013 Explorer, Taurus, and MKS vehicles equipped with all wheel drive (AWD) and built on or before 1/25/2013 may exhibit power transfer unit (PTU) fluid leak. This concern may be due to a PTU vent hose which is missing or disconnected.
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure Steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Raise vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 100-02.
Inspect for a disconnected or missing PTU vent hose..
Is the hose missing or disconnected?
Yes - install new hose or attach hose, as required.
No - this article does not apply. Refer to WSM, Section 308-07 for normal diagnostics
Clean fluid residue from vehicle with Motorcraft? Metal Brake Parts Cleaner or equivalent and ensure fluid level is full.
PART NUMBER PART NAME
DB5Z-7034-C Valve Assembly - Vent (TiVCT)
DG1Z-7034-F Valve Assembly - Vent (GTDI)
XY-75W140-QL Motorcraft? SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
PM-4-A Motorcraft? Metal Brake Parts Cleaner
WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty/ESP coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. Warranty/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
130916A Attach Or Replace PTU Vent Hose, Includes Time To Check And Fill PTU And Clean Fluid Residue (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 0.4 Hr.
DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE
7034 39
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