2008 Ford F Super Duty
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- Steering
My F250 when I was exiting foot on brake to slow down the steering wheel locked up and almost went off the road this IS not the first time it has happened everytime I hit the brake and try to turn the wheel locks
- Steering
I purchased used in 2012 and it's always been very difficult to steer with a very wide turning radius. I've driven other fords at a local auction house same year/model that steer fine and turn tighter. I believe there IS a defect in mine that's diminishing its safety and usability.
- Engine
2008 ford F450 6.4L turbo diesel problems my wife truck broke down on her with 137000 miles on it coming back from south carolina in july 2016. mechanics found metal shaving in the oil filter housing. long story short, had to have the long block replaced on the truck. 15,000 dollars to fix…
2008 ford F450 6.4L turbo diesel problems my wife truck broke down on her with 137000 miles on it coming back from south carolina in july 2016. mechanics found metal shaving in the oil filter housing. long story short, had to have the long block replaced on the truck. 15,000 dollars to fix this issue. appears we are not the only ones who are having this issue. three more people we know who just bought 2008 ford F450 sd 6.4L trucks have had the same issue. one families truck broke down on them three weeks after buying it on there way home from a horse show. same thing happen to the other family. common factor in all three stories...metal shavings in oil filter housing. none of the trucks were low on fluid. appears 6.4L engines having the same issues as 6.0L engines. investigation needs to be done on 6.4L issues and hold ford accountable to repair these engines or refund the money that was spent to fix these engines if repair has already been done. *tr
- Unknown or other
The oem radiator leaks from join between plastic and aluminum
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system · Vehicle speed control
I was traveling down a two lane road in my 2008 F250 pickup (diesel) on 26 jan 2016 about 35 mph, and came upon a stop sign. I released the gas pedal and started braking. The engine started accelerating, even though I was applying the brakes. The vehicle was in four wheel drive (high), so all four…
I was traveling down a two lane road in my 2008 F250 pickup (diesel) on 26 jan 2016 about 35 mph, and came upon a stop sign. I released the gas pedal and started braking. The engine started accelerating, even though I was applying the brakes. The vehicle was in four wheel drive (high), so all four tires were spinning fast, and kept the vehicle moving forward. I stood on the brake pedal with both feet, and after going several feet into the intersection, it finally stopped. I quickly shifted into neutral, and a few seconds later the problem stopped. I then continued on my way. the vehicle had 37,062 miles.
- Electrical system · Power train
Randomly and without warning a green wrench light came on my dashboard while I was driving on a busy highway. Date was 12/1/2015. I lost power and had to pull over on the side of the highway. There was no power when I tried to accelerate. There was no response when I would step on the gas pedal. It…
Randomly and without warning a green wrench light came on my dashboard while I was driving on a busy highway. Date was 12/1/2015. I lost power and had to pull over on the side of the highway. There was no power when I tried to accelerate. There was no response when I would step on the gas pedal. It was idling very rough, I turned off the truck waited a couple of minutes then tried to turn the truck on again and the wrench light cleared. It went back to "normal" and I was able to drive off the highway. I've read and also talked to other ford owners and they have said the same thing, it IS the (pcm) powertrain control module. This could be very dangerous when you are driving on a busy highway. Note: I had my whole family with me.
- Steering · Suspension
While travelling on a straight, slightly downhill, dry section of highway at a speed of approximately 40 miles per hour, an exaggerated shaking began on the passenger side front tire of the vehicle. this quickly became an almost uncontrollable bouncing of the truck. it became increasingly violent…
While travelling on a straight, slightly downhill, dry section of highway at a speed of approximately 40 miles per hour, an exaggerated shaking began on the passenger side front tire of the vehicle. this quickly became an almost uncontrollable bouncing of the truck. it became increasingly violent in jumping to the point it made it difficult to control the vehicle. I braked and slowed to under 20 mph when it stopped. pulled over, checked all, nothing out of sorts. no sign of mechanical failure or tire trouble. felt like flat tire at first.
- Wheels
We purchased a used 2008 ford F250 super duty truck that had brand new tires just a few months ago from a dealership here in hawaii. (Federal couragiam a/t LT 285/70r17) we also purchased a 2 year bumper to bumper warranty. Apparently defective tires are not included in this warranty. Tires are…
We purchased a used 2008 ford F250 super duty truck that had brand new tires just a few months ago from a dealership here in hawaii. (Federal couragiam a/t LT 285/70r17) we also purchased a 2 year bumper to bumper warranty. Apparently defective tires are not included in this warranty. Tires are bubbling on inside sidewall. Took vehicle to tire service location and was told to replace tire immediatly. This was just a couple of weeks ago. now second tire doing same bubbling and needs to be replaced today. It has been recommended that all tires be replaced and are defective and dangerous. Could cause accident/injury/death.
- Electrical system · Engine
During the course of driving down the road the engine shut off and the truck lost all power. required steering off the highway and stopping with the loss of all power steering and brake assist. in traffic. Truck would not restart once was pulled off onto side of highway. if truck had been towing…
During the course of driving down the road the engine shut off and the truck lost all power. required steering off the highway and stopping with the loss of all power steering and brake assist. in traffic. Truck would not restart once was pulled off onto side of highway. if truck had been towing down a steep grade it would have been impossible to stop. upon having truck repaired it was diagnosed as a bad exhaust gas temperature sensor.
- Steering
While, driving the truck the steering erratically jerks in an over steering fashion. It IS a repeating problem and IS very dangerous. *tr
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
My truck began cutting off on me while I was driving every now and then. Now it IS doing it more and more. I had no idea what it was, so a couple of times I thought it might have been bad gas so I changed gas and starting using amoco gas and put fuel injector cleaner in my gas tank. That did not…
My truck began cutting off on me while I was driving every now and then. Now it IS doing it more and more. I had no idea what it was, so a couple of times I thought it might have been bad gas so I changed gas and starting using amoco gas and put fuel injector cleaner in my gas tank. That did not fix the problem. Now I am losing pressure while I am driving. I called ford motors and they told me that my vehicle IS not a part of the recall, but my vehicle IS doing the same thing that IS in the recall. I called the ford dealership where I purchased the vehicle and was told that my vehicle was not a part of the recall and for $130.00 I could bring it in and get a diagnostic. there has been a malfunction indicator light on and the vehicle still stops on me on occasion. Please help before something tragic happens. *tr
- Service brakes
The rear brakes on my pickup failed. the rear calipers were sticking and the brakes overheated to the point of failure. failure of the rear brakes IS a common and pervasive problem with ford F350 trucks of this model year. There needs to be a safety recall of these trucks. *tr
- Engine · Power train
Throttle stuck in excel mode and excessive white smoke from tail pipe. Ford stated to look deeper into engine and stated they can not fine problem to vehicle. Instructed to buy new engine. This diesel engine should not had gone bad with 30, 000 miles on it. Was told this happens that 1% of the time although by the reviews this frequently happens with this motor. This vehicle needs to be recalled ! *tr
- Service brakes
Front brakes over heated saw, smoke on left front , stopped to find both front calipers were hanging up. Replace both calipers and brake fluid. *tr
- Steering
The first time, I was making a left hand turn from an off ramp and completely lost control of the steering for approximately 3 seconds, the wheels were going from left to right. I immediately pulled to the side of the road to see if something was broke. I did not see anything. I limped to my…
The first time, I was making a left hand turn from an off ramp and completely lost control of the steering for approximately 3 seconds, the wheels were going from left to right. I immediately pulled to the side of the road to see if something was broke. I did not see anything. I limped to my mechanic shop and told him what happened. I left the vehicle with him for 2 days he was not able to duplicate the steering problem. He did do much research online and with one of his friends that IS a mechanic at ford and he said it IS a major flaw but, ford IS not doing anything about it. I then called ford to see if they would do anything and they said they are not aware of a problem and it was out of warranty, so I would have to pay for any repairs, it has also happen 2 other times for a total of 3. I purchased the vehicle in april of 2014 and it had no car fax issues at all. I found out I am the 3RD owner of the vehicle and in the process of finding out who the other 2 are. I find it hard to believe that they did not have the same problem I am having, and did not take it back to ford due to the fact that IS was still under warranty. And, mysteriously nothing comes up on car fax. Sounds to me like ford IS hiding something. Please help before someone gets seriously hurt of killed. *tr
- Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices
Vehicle equipped with power retracting mirrors. Had my hand on the switch and on the door frame when I retracted the mirrors due to a narrow street in highlands nj. The mirror closed and crushed my finger between the door and the electric mirror assy. Will be seeking medical assistance for finger.…
Vehicle equipped with power retracting mirrors. Had my hand on the switch and on the door frame when I retracted the mirrors due to a narrow street in highlands nj. The mirror closed and crushed my finger between the door and the electric mirror assy. Will be seeking medical assistance for finger. Vehicle should be equipped with sensor not to allow this to happen. Could have been extremely dangerous to driver if I was going at a high rate of speed to the shocking pain caused when the mirror impacted my finger.... *tr
- Steering · Suspension · Wheels
On several occasions, while traveling at speeds between 60 and 70 mph on highways with potholes, I hit the potholes and immediately felt a violent shaking or shimmy in the front wheels. The shimmy occurs in which ever tire hits the hole and will stop as soon as I reduce speed to about 40 mph. there IS no evidence of tie rod wear or any other repairable problems. *tr
- Steering
I took my vehicle to a ford dealership for a steering problem that was getting progressively worse, and I believe it to be dangerous. they informed me there was an "internal failure" in the power steering gearbox. they cannot get a replacement part for an undetermined length of time due to it…
I took my vehicle to a ford dealership for a steering problem that was getting progressively worse, and I believe it to be dangerous. they informed me there was an "internal failure" in the power steering gearbox. they cannot get a replacement part for an undetermined length of time due to it being on backorder. they warned against purchasing an "aftermarket" remanufactured part due to problems with them. I need my truck, and am at a loss as to how to get it fixed, and feel there IS a safety concern. I don't believe ford should be aware of the vast number of these "failures," and not have a solution for owners of these faulty parts. *tr
- Electrical system · Engine · Service brakes
This truck has been an issue from the time we bought it. We have contacted ford multiple times and their response IS "keep your receipts just in case." we have replaced the turbos both high and low end twice and they are starting to act up again. Traveling 60 mph down the road you lose all turbo…
This truck has been an issue from the time we bought it. We have contacted ford multiple times and their response IS "keep your receipts just in case." we have replaced the turbos both high and low end twice and they are starting to act up again. Traveling 60 mph down the road you lose all turbo pressure causing you to lose power. You have to pull over shut the truck off and re-crank it. The truck shuts off while driving without throwing a check engine light. The belt tensioner has separated coming down the highway shutting off complete power at 60 mph. About every 3RD time of filling up with diesel fuel we have to drain the water separator. When the regen system kicks in tremendous amount of diesel fumes come in to the truck causing headaches with extreme lose of power. White smoke coming out of the tail pipe. The stock rim split on the driver front tire and the dealership wanted $1300.00 for one rim when a whole set of aftermarket rims are hundreds of dollars cheaper. Both front calipers have locked up at different occasions towing 1,000 lb trailer and one just driving down the road.all seals are leaking. Radiator IS leaking. Rocker arms are tapping and cost $1700 to replace coming from a certified ford mechanic. We have had 3 dealerships tell us they don't want the truck and refuse to go look at it because of the motor. Its ashame the truck was a $55,000 truck brand new. 2 years old it valued at $40,000 and 2 years after its at $17,000 resale. Steering IS all over the place when hitting seems or ruts in the road making the truck hard to control and very unsafe. This IS by far the worst vehicle we have ever owned. Ford should be ashamed of putting such a unsafe vehicle on the road and not doing anything to help the customers that have wasted $55,000. Would you trust your kids in this vehicle? There has been 5 ford dealers tell us they don't even want it. 6.4L=junk. *tr
- Electrical system · Fuel system, diesel · Vehicle speed control
Accelerated on road up to approximately 50 mph when the vehicle suddenly shut off. was extremely difficult to get off to the side of the highway. vehicle issue turned out to be a wire shorting out on the high pressure fuel pump. issue known by ford which issued tsb 07-26-2. affects all…
Accelerated on road up to approximately 50 mph when the vehicle suddenly shut off. was extremely difficult to get off to the side of the highway. vehicle issue turned out to be a wire shorting out on the high pressure fuel pump. issue known by ford which issued tsb 07-26-2. affects all f250/f1350/f450/f550 created in first half of 2007. a brief search around the we shows it affects later years as well so replacement part may not be adequate. many fail at much lower miles. *tr
- Engine
I was pulling a horse trailer uphill, and engine began to overheat. a few days later when in my mechanics shop, I discovered that the radiator had cracked, and subsequent repair for new components was appx. $2K. within two weeks I began having issues again with overheating, and upon further…
I was pulling a horse trailer uphill, and engine began to overheat. a few days later when in my mechanics shop, I discovered that the radiator had cracked, and subsequent repair for new components was appx. $2K. within two weeks I began having issues again with overheating, and upon further research by my mechanic, we discovered that the oil cooler, and two egr coolers were defective, and this in fact had caused the original problem. my vehicle was a couple of months out of warranty, and ford refused to consider a warranty repair for this issue. this repair was an additional $5K. after speaking with several mechanics, including one that works for a ford dealer, we discovered that this IS not an unknown issue for ford. there were previous issues with the 6.0 engine, which did receive a recall. they are now having the same issues with the 6.4 engine, but at this point have been unwilling to issue a recall notice. my belief IS that ford IS being unresponsive to an issue they are aware of, and which could cause a potential safety issue eventually with breakdowns along roads and freeways. *Ln
- Service brakes
While approaching a light, the brake system failed entirely. I pulled over and noticed oil leaking from the passenger side caliper. I brought the vehicle home to determine what the issue was as now this IS the second time this has happened. The previous incident was with the front caliper cracking…
While approaching a light, the brake system failed entirely. I pulled over and noticed oil leaking from the passenger side caliper. I brought the vehicle home to determine what the issue was as now this IS the second time this has happened. The previous incident was with the front caliper cracking which ford in mchenry illinois replaced. the caliper that failed this time was passenger right rear. The caliper piston IS severely cracked. Have pictures and the part still. I am requesting this case to be escalated because this has happened twice now. *tr
- Steering
While making a turn in my 08 F250 I heard a click and my truck no longer will come back straight after a turn. It will either pull hard right or left. I have to stop on the side of the road and turn the wheel both directions to get the truck to drive straight again. Nearly drove into oncoming…
While making a turn in my 08 F250 I heard a click and my truck no longer will come back straight after a turn. It will either pull hard right or left. I have to stop on the side of the road and turn the wheel both directions to get the truck to drive straight again. Nearly drove into oncoming traffic and then off the road the first time it happened. It now happens every time I drive. Ford told me it would be covered under warranty, but the part was on back order. I followed up the following week with no response. It took me going to the ford dealership for them to tell me the backorder IS 120 days! I explained its unacceptable and the truck isn't safe to drive. They told me they could try and aftermarket steering box. After two weeks they scheduled my appt. Only to tell me at 4:45pm on friday that the part they ordered won't fit and their giving me my truck back with the original faulty part. After I have researched this I have found numerous complaints for the same problem. I spoke with my ford dealership today only to be told they have no response for me other than waiting 120 days minimum for a steering box. Love having a $60,000 death trap in the driveway. By the way I also have had what people call the death shake in the truck happen well over a dozen times. I thought it was bad shocks and tires. They have all been replaced and it continues to happen. I won't let my kids drive with me in the truck anymore as a result. Even if they fix the steering box by christmas (4 months away) I don't feel safe driving it anymore. I love this truck, but refuse to die in it. *tr
- Steering
No accident has occurred yet but I am concerned. I have had a problem with "memory steer" on my 2008 ford F-250 super duty since there was less than 40,000 miles. it now has 49,000 miles and I have to muscle the steering into a turn then I have to muscle it back out again. every other vehicle I…
No accident has occurred yet but I am concerned. I have had a problem with "memory steer" on my 2008 ford F-250 super duty since there was less than 40,000 miles. it now has 49,000 miles and I have to muscle the steering into a turn then I have to muscle it back out again. every other vehicle I drive wants to return to center or a neutral position once I'm through the turn. I took it to a ford dealer a couple years ago to ask what was causing this issue and they said it could be the steering box or power steering pump. Now I see that the nhtsa IS investigating the ford F-250 for steering failures and want to confirm if the vehicle IS safe or unsafe to drive. I drive infrequently but when I do, it IS at highway speeds...not a time when the steering should fail. if the nhtsa would like more information about the symptoms my F-250 IS exhibiting for their investigation, please feel free to contact me. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, diesel · Power train
The fuel tank lining IS failing so we took the truck into the dealership. The corroding fuel tank liner has gummed up our fuel filter. While at the shop looking at this the dealership mechanic quickly pointed out that our radiator has a leak. He mentioned that it was a common problem and not…
The fuel tank lining IS failing so we took the truck into the dealership. The corroding fuel tank liner has gummed up our fuel filter. While at the shop looking at this the dealership mechanic quickly pointed out that our radiator has a leak. He mentioned that it was a common problem and not covered by warranty. After looking into it further we found out that it IS a common problem among ford superduty F450. This IS the second truck (F450) that this has happened to and it cost ~$1,600.00 to fix. Ford refuses to cover this but the dealership knows its a common problem. *tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Alleged Loss of Steering
The Office of DefectsInvestigation (ODI) opened PE13-014 after identifying five complaints alleging steering gear failure in model year (MY) 2008 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty pick-up trucks and to evaluate the relationship between the design history of the steering gear assembly and the alleged defect.As…
The Office of DefectsInvestigation (ODI) opened PE13-014 after identifying five complaints alleging steering gear failure in model year (MY) 2008 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty pick-up trucks and to evaluate the relationship between the design history of the steering gear assembly and the alleged defect.As background, ODI investigated steering gear sector shaft fractures in approximately 1.3 million MY 1999 - 2001 Ford Super Duty pick-up trucks and MY 2000 - 2001 Ford Excursion sport utility vehicles in Engineering Analysis EA01-009.The investigation determined that the sector shaft failures were the result of extraordinary, possibly multiple, impacts and not the result of fatigue.No defect in design, manufacturing or materials was identified in the sector shaft.EA01-009 was closed August 19, 2003 with 169 complaints, resulting in a rate of 12.9 incidents per 100,000 vehicles after approximately one year of service.Ford increased the diameter of the sector shaft from 1.375 inches to 1.625 inches at the start of MY 2005 production, increasing the resistance of the steering gear assembly to torsional overload by approximately 48% and changing the failure mode from sector shaft fracture to cracked or broken sector shaft gear teeth.The redesigned steering gear assembly was used in approximately 1.1 million MY 2005 through 2009 Ford Super Duty pick-up trucks, including the subject vehicles.Figure 1 shows the basic steering system design used in Ford Super Duty trucks investigated in EA01-009 and PE13-014. Figure 2 shows the locations of failures resulting from impact related torsional overloading of the sector shaft for the subject vehicles and the prior generation Ford Super Duty trucks investigated in EA01-009.Figure 3 shows an example of a failed sector shaft investigated in EA01-009 and comparisons of fracture surfaces of sector shafts failing from fatigue loading and from torsional overload.Ford provided field return part analysis of failed steering gears from MY 2005 through 2009 Super Duty trucks found evidence of broken sector shaft gear teeth and piston damage consistent with incidents of single event overload (Figure 4).Laboratory analysis found no evidence of fatigue or material property defects in any of the fractures.Analysis of complaint rates by vehicle build month showed no patterns indicating potential manufacturing quality issues and no difference before and after Ford introduced design changes to the input shaft and sector shaft seals in July 2007 to address potential leak concerns (Figure 5).Analysis of failures by time in service indicates a random failure pattern/distribution, consistent with incidents of impact induced overload (Figure 6). The complaint rate for the subject vehicles after approximately 5 to 6 years, 7.1 incidents per 100,000 vehicles, is lower than the rate observed in EA01-009. Furthermore, similar to the condition investigated in EA01-009, a number of incident records include evidence of impact loads (e.g., curb strikes) and several alleged crashes include incidents in which information suggests that the steering gear failure was most likely a result of crash forces, rather than the cause of the crash.A safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.Accordingly, this investigation is closed.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that a safety-related defect does not exist.The agency will monitor this issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.The ODI complaints cited above can be reviewed at ww
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10156877Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at various fan speed settings. This may be due to a poor electrical connection at the blower motor speed control. If the blower motor speed control is determined to be the causal part, replacement of the electrical connector pigtail harness (14S411) to the blower motor speed control is also recommended to avoid repeat repairs. Refer to Wiring Diagram, Cell 5 for recommended splicing procedures. Refer to Wiring Diagram, Cells 54/55 to obtain the service pigtail connector part number.
- 10155565Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at various fan speed settings. This may be due to a poor electrical connection at the blower motor speed control. If the blower motor speed control is determined to be the causal part, replacement of the electrical connector pigtail harness (14S411) to the blower motor speed control is also recommended to avoid repeat repairs. Refer to Wiring Diagram, Cell 5 for recommended splicing procedures. Refer to Wiring Diagram, Cells 54/55 to obtain the service pigtail connector part number.
- 10143079Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit 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.
- 10140323The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). 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.
- 10137113Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Lincoln vehicle. Only approved Genuine Ford accessories or originally installed systems are supported and certified to function correctly with other vehicle systems. If you suspect a system has been modified, the following resources can be used to verify original equipment: Monroney Label (Window Sticker), Professional Technician Society (PTS) OASIS tab select SYNC or HVBOM. For Genuine Ford accessories use: PTS Workshop Tab select Dealer Installed Accessory or Accessory Installation.
- 10109070The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). 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.
- 10109021When ordering a 2005 to 2008 remanufactured 5.4L 3v or 6.8L 3v engine, spark plug boots may be provided in the packaging. 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.
- 10060326Ford: diesel engine runs rough, engine knocking, hard start, crank but no start due to height of improper pedestal that causes exhaust or intake valves be hung open. Model 2008-10 f super duty.
- 10057870Ford: due to restrictions from cooling system contamination, diesel engine oil coolers primarily are being replaced because of other components in cooling system. Model 2008-10 f-super duty.
- 10056750Ford: there are exhaust leaks, caused by warped exhaust manifold, experience by diesel engine. Model 2008-10 f super duty.
- 10053418Ford: when turning, there IS a popping or clunking noise that IS heard or felt, under floor pan, in some vehicles and more noticeable when weather IS cold. Model 2008-2012 f-super duty.
- 10045341Ford truck: during moderate to heavy acceleration, at full operating temperature, diesel engine may exhibit a lack of power, intermittently.
- 10045340Ford/lincoln/mercury: if battery was disconnected or dead, vehicles/trucks may experience hard starts and engine idle rpm fluctuation and exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0505, p0506, p2111 and p2112.
- 10044214Ford: some trucks may exhibit a situation with diesel engine such as engine knocking, low power, exhaust smoke, long or no crank start and runs rough.
- 10041245Ford service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. 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.
- 10039129Ford: the malfunction light may be on with a lack of power. Htere may be mulitple trouble codes stored. 2008 f-250/350/450/550.
- 10039053Ford: if there IS an intermittent lack of power, surge, or hesitation while driving the brakes will override acceleration.
- 10034631Ford: supply/return lines installation at high pressure pump-revised washer for trucks equipped with 6.4L engines. 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).
- 10034571Ford: runs rough, lacks power, hard start, no start. Some vehicles and trucks equipped with 6.0L engine may exhibit a runs rough, lacks power, hard to start, no start concern with or without diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0611 code or various injector circuit codes.
- 10032625Ford: shudder or vibration on acceleration, especially when loaded. Some super duty vehicles with single rear wheels (srw) and dual rear wheel (drw) may exhibit an excessive drive away shudder or vibration under moderate to heavy acceleration from a stop, especially when heavily loaded.
- 10032241Ford: service procedure update announcement - power sliding rear window - service kit available. May exhibit a loose weatherstrip on the power sliding rear window. This may cause issues with the glass not closing and/or sealing properly.
- 10032240Ford: dual rear wheel (drw) side marker lamps loose. 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.
- 10032239Ford: some vehicles may exhibit a headlamp assembly that IS foggy, smokey or has a film on the inside of the lamp. Replace with part that has a date code stamp of 8/20/07 or later.
- 10032234Ford: some multiples vehicles replacements may require revised as built data. The new level sjb service part introduced between 10/07 and 02/08 will require entry of as built data.
- 10032231Ford: a/c slow to cool with datc. Some vehicles built equipped with dual automatic temperature control (datc) may exhibit an a/c system that IS slow to cool. Engineering IS in the process of releasing a calibration for this issue.
- 10030849Ford service campaign: see document search button for owner letter.some vehicles equipped with a 6.4L diesel engine may require a calibration update which will cover several different concerns.
- 10030840Ford: some vehicles equipped with a 6.4L diesel engine and built between 8/3/07 and 1/2/08 may require a calibration update which will cover several different concerns.
- 10030836Ford: multiple vehicles with a torq shift transmission intermittent clunk when shifting between drive, reverse and park and/or during 2-3 upshift. Models f super duty; e series; excursion; F53 motorhome chassis and low cab forward.
- 10029566Ford sd trucks; this non mil dtc will be stored in the powertrain control module (pcm) when the engine oil temperature (eot), engine coolant temperature (ect) and intake air temperature (iat) are below -15F (-26C) at start up and engine block heater IS not utilized.
- 10028735Ford: certain 2008 my f-super duty vehicles equipped with a 6.4L diesel engine reprogram the powertrain control module (pcm) and instrument cluster (ic). Updated 6/22/09.
- 10027989Ford service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Certain 2008 model year f super duty vehicles equipped with a 6.4L diesel engine cooling system venturi tee installation. Updated 5/5/09. Csc letter was received. Updated 12/30/09. Csc letter was rec'd. 8PE
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