2000 Ford Excursion technical service bulletins
217 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2000 Ford Excursion.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This SKU is a front upper ball joint
- Brake booster system may exhibit a brake pedal kickback and/or grabbing condition when applying the brakes. nj
- Customer satisfaction program 06N05. certain vehicles extended warranty - headlamp switch knob may...
- Fuel conditioner. low power, poor fuel economy, fuel gelling in cold weather, excessive white smoke on...
- Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running. tt
- Vacuum pump inoperative or runs continuously - climate control defaults to defrost mode. tt
- Safety belt retraction speed. tt
- Intermittent rough idle - non-commanded EGR (exhaust gas recirculation valve) flow. tt
- Engine or fuel system concerns when using fuel with greater than 5% biodiesel concentration. tt
- A cold weather reverse engagement stall. tt
- Warning indicators-parking aid-reverse sensing system (rss) and forward sensing system (fss)-false...
- Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. tt
- Some 7.3L diesel turbocharger pedestals may leak oil around the exhaust back pressure actuator (ebp). tt...
- Multiple vehicles - fuel level indication concerns - service tip. various models including 2005 super duty...
- Vacuum pump inoperative or runs continuously - climate control defaults to defrost. oasis. to also include...
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service...
- Low power, poor fuel economy, fuel gelling cold, excessive white smoke cold, or hard start. mj this oasis...
- Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. to include...
- Vacum pump inoperative or runs continuosly - climate control default to defrost. ar
- Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns. tt
- Front hubs not engaging, not staying engaged and/or unlocking. tt
- Transfer case shift issues on vehicles with an electronic shift on the fly (esof) transfer case. tt
- High pressure oil pump leak on vehicles equipped with 7.3L diesel engine. tt
- Air bag light on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1871 or B1935 following ecs/rcm replacement. tt
- Firestone tire safety campaign. firestone steeltex radial a/t LT265/75R16 lr d owl and bsw tires. tire...
- Oil/dust film at cac connections. mj
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on with diagnostic trouble codes P0603 (powertrain control module keep...
- Oil leak at high pressure pump fittings and/or plug. this includes super duty f-series. oasis. tt
- Adding additional bulbs to turn indicator or hazard flasher circuits - service tips. tt
- Fuel signal to instrument cluster service tip. tt
- Glow plug control module on 7.3L diesel vehicles with california emissions - service tip. tt
- Vehicles equipped with 7.3L dit engine built after engine serial number 896812 may have a injection...
- 7.3L powerstroke diesel engine with engine serial number 661894 through 1311240 may exhibit a knock noise...
- Engine buck, surge or jerk (also known as hitching/hesitation) while the speed control is active through...
- Fuel quality and moisture in certain diesel fuels may cause some vehicles to exhibit a no start, gradual...
- A lack of power under a load, at cruise or on acceleration may occur on some vehicles built before...
- External oil leak diagnosis for 7.3L dit engines. various models including 2003 super duty f series. tt
- Engine oil pan corrosion on vehicles equipped with the 7.3L diesel engine. various models including 2003...
- A loss of power, oil leaks around the turbo, and/or excessive exhaust noise from the turbo. tt
- Film of oil/dust at the charge air cooler (cac) hose connections. tt
- Vehicles equipped with a 7.3L engine (after serial number 0661894) - under valve cover (uvc) harness...
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0340, possible false code. various models including 1994-1996 ford...
- Gradual loss of power at cruise. ford special service message. various models including 2003 super duty f...
- Some vehicles built after 12/7/1998 equipped with a 7.3L dit engine may exhibit a hoot or howling noise...
- Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457 or...
- No start/repeat starter failure or a sticking/binding ignition lock cylinder, starter staying engaged at...
- Leak oil around the exhaust backpressure actuator (ebp) - 7.3L diesel turbocharger pedestals. tt
- Brake pull. 4X4 F-250/350 and excursion vehicles only. tt
- Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. tt
- Front hubs will not engage or disengage properly. tt
- Engine misfire or rough running condition with coil on plug (cop) ignition systems may be more accurately...
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. tt
- Turbo pedestal seal oil leak around the exhaust back pressure (ebp) actuator. 2003 super duty f series...
- On-vehicle front integrated hub/bearing rocking end-play measurement. including 2003 and 2004 super duty f...
- Coolant leak due to broken radiator hose clamp. 1999-2003 models. tt
- Slight purge of grease from the hub bearing unit. this grease may be noted between the hub unit and the...
- No engagement or disengagement of hub locks after replacement or service. to include 2000-2003 excursions. tt
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457,...
- Rough idle and/or hesitation when acclerating on certain super duty vehicles equipped with a 5.4L or 6.8L...
- Exhaust air rush noise and lower power. tt jb
- Coolant leak due to a broken lower radiator hose clamp. tt
- Lack of power, smoke, or oil leaks around the charge air cooler (cac). 1999-2003 super duty/excursion...
- Gradual loss of power at cruise. use fuel additive to prevent his condition. all super duty f-series...
- Engine-cylinder head deck LEAK-4.6 and 5.4L engines-new service-only gasket and cylinder head kits...
- Climate control a/c service tech tips. eh
- Driveability-no start/repeat starter failure-repeat starter replacement. electrical-sticking or binding...
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. mj
- Roof paint scratching from luggage rack crossbars. mj
- Some vehicles may exhibit interference and / or static in the land-mobile radio. tt
- Subject regarding roof rack scratches paint on roof panel. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit a fead belt squeal. tt
- Subject regarding rear brake bleed screw location on 1999 - 2002 models. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit lack of power steering assist. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit a front or rear pinion seal leak. tt
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. tt
- Concerns of diagnostic trouble code P1280 retrived fromthe power train control module (PCM). tt
- Subject regarding vehicles exhibiting cold start rolling idle. tt
- Concerns with rattle noises coming from front brake calipers. tt
- Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant...
- Information regarding a rattle noise originating from the front brake caliper. yd
- Some vehicles may exhibit a tacky surface on the instrument panel (ip). tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (ABS) light on, B2141/B2477, and/or an inaccurate...
- Some vehicles may exhibit caliper pin rattle noise originating from the front brake calipers. tt
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit increased steering efforts at very low speeds or when stopped with the brakes...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of oil contamination in cooling system. tt
- Some ignition switch lock cylinder assemblies may exhibit rougness and / or excess effort in turning, key...
- Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing...
- Concerns with rattle noise originating from the front brake calipers. tt
- Some vehicles equipped with 7.3L di engine may exhibit false diagnostic trouble codes P1105, P1106 (upper...
- Brake shift interlock. jb
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. slc
- Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. slc
- Some vehicles may exhibita coolant leak from the water pump weep hole. yh
- Concerns that the anti-lock brake system (ABS) lamp is on with diagnostic trouble codes C1230, C1229, or...
- A condition may exist with lack of power under a load, at cruise or on acceleration may occur on some...
- Concerns with vehicles exhibiting the oil pressure gauge registering low or no oil pressure usually on...
- Vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft system (pats) may not start or crank. tt
- A slight purge of grease from the front hub bearing unit that may be noted between the hub unit and the...
- Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5W-20 motor oil. tt
- Front brake pad or caliper rattle when going over bumps. tt
- Some vehicles equipped with 4R100 transmission were built with and without the #8 thrust washer. tt
- Information on rear axle pinion seal part usage. tt
- Some vehicles equipped with a 7.3L dit engine may exhibit loose turbo bolts on the turbo housing. tt
- Subject regarding diagnostics and / or mechanical concerns regarding the new venuture transfer case. tt
- Some vehicles with 7.3L dit engines may exhibit loose turbo bolts on the turbo housing. typical symptoms...
- A condition may exist where the malfunction indicator lamp is on with diagnostic trouble code P0340...
- Some vehicles may exhibit stiff steering, wandering, or poor returnability after turns. tt
- Seat belt warning system - belt reminder function, operation and service tips. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit higher than normal steering efforts when the vehicles is at a very low speed or...
- Some vehicles equipped with 4R100 transmission and 7.3L engine or with 4R100 6.8L may exhibit engine stall...
- Some vehicles equipped with 5.4L or 6.8L engine built through 9/10/2000 may exhibit a miss sound from the...
- Some vehicles may produce a malfunction indicator lamp illuminated, rough idle, a check engine light, and...
- Front locking hubs. jb
- Some vehicles may exhibit a noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when traveling over bumps. tt
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, or 6.8L engine may exhibit a rough idle / miss after start-up in...
- Some vehicles may exhibit an engine buck, surge, or jerk (also known as hitching / hesitation) while the...
- Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the...
- Some vehicles equipped with powerstroke diesel engines after serial number 0896812 (engine build date),...
- Concerns with the intake manifold leaking or weeping coolant from passenger side gasket at right rear...
- Concerns with a turbo hoot condition. jb
- A clunk / popping noise from front sway bar area. jb
- Vehicles may experience front shaft seal leakage. jb
- Concerns with rear brake noise. jb
- This bulletin addresses concerns a noise at intial engine startup when cold from the accessory drive belt. jb
- Information on vehicles exhibiting a harsh ride condition due to improperly adjusted tire pressures. tt
- Some vehicles equipped with the reverse park aid feature (rpa) may exhibit a rpa that emits solid tone...
- Some vehicles equipped with 7.3 dit engine may exhibit engine roughness, misses, buck / jerk, hesitation /...
- The 4X4 system, particularly the front locking hubs. mr
- Information regarding ashtray relocation. mr
- Informtion regarding turbo bolts coming loose. mr
- Information regarding transfer case hall effect encoder tips. mr
- Some vehicles may exhibit fuse #19 blown, overdrive cancel light (ocil) flashing and and instrument...
- Some may exhibit an anti-lock brake lamp illuminted and a B1845 stored. tt
- Information on performing air conditioner system recharge service. tt
- Subject regarding the accuracy of the average fuel economy and fuel range. tt
- Some vehicles equipped with rear anti-lock brakes may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes C1113 / C1115 /...
- A technical assistance helpline has been established to help with diagnostics and / or mechanical concerns...
- Some vehicles equipped with manual temperature control may exhibit a temperature control knob that falls...
- Information used when performing the air conditioner system recharge service on certain vehicles. tt
- Information regarding change to the location of the ashtray. tt
- Information regarding the accuracy of the average fuel economy and fuel range displayed by the overhead...
- Some vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake lamp illuminated and a B1845 stored. tt
- Concerns with the manual temperature control knob falling off. tt
- Some vehicles with 7.3L dit engines may exhibit loose bolts on the turbo housing. tt
- Vehicles may experience solid particle contaminants from prior transmission concerns or excess wear, may...
- Information regarding operation of heated side mirrors. tt
- Some vehicles equipped with electronic shift on the fly transfer case may exhibit one or more of the...
- Subject regarding transfer case shift relay location. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4X4 low range engagement or stuck in 4X4 low range, with no...
- Some vehicles equipped with 10.50-INCH ring gear, full-floating rear axles may exhibit a leak at the...
- Subject pertaining to the operation of heated side mirrors. tt
- Some vehicles equipped with electronic shift on the fly transfer case may exhibit front hubs that will not...
- Recent reports indicate difficulty locating the electronic shift on the fly transfer case relays for...
- Vehicles may experience particle contaminants, from prior transmissiion concerns or excess wear, may be...
- Vehicle equiped with either manual or electronic shift 4X4 system may exhibit a vibration or a ratcheting...
- The driver's side rear brake caliper will be relocated behind the rear axle. in addition, these vehicles...
- The vehicle equipped with 5.4L or 6.8L gas engines may exhibit an overheating condition during predelivery...
- The vehicle may exhibit a yellowish stain on the rear tailgate below the rear windshield wiper.
- The vehicle may exhibit a yellowish stain on the dutch rear doors under the wiper arm assembly. this...
- A slow release of the hubs, at times, which may be regarded a not normal by the operator. slow release of...
- The vehicle exhibit shif on the fly engagement/disengagement issues or heater/AC only blowing out of the...
- A dead battery and circuit board concerns during predelivery inspection.
- Some vehicles may equipped with 7.3L diesel engine, operating in cold conditions may exhibit a gradual...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a slow release of the hubs, at times, which may be regarded as not normal by the...
- Some vehicles built between 8/14/99 and 11/16/99 may exhibit shift on the fly engagement/disengagement...
- Some vehicles built between 10/24/99 and 11/8/99 equipped with 7.3L powerstroke engine that have...
- Some vehicles equipped with 7.3L dit engine may exhibit an engine that runs rough, misses, buck / jerk,...
- Some 4X4 vehicles may exhibit a pop / clunk noise during turns, turning onto uneven surfaces or when...
- Information on vehicles exhibiting a water pump shaft seal leak. tt
- Some super duty f series vehicles may exhibit a brake squeal / squeak from the rear brakes. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit a buck or jerk (also known as hitching) during highway driving at speeds 40 mph...
- On some vehicles, the front windshield wipers may operate while the multifunction switch is in the off...
- Exhibiting a popping noise from the front suspension or passenger side floor pan. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit brake vibration or shudder while braking. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit a pull to the left condition while braking. tt
- Some customers may comment about the climate control system defaulting to defrost mode and / or no air...
- Some vehicles equipped with the 6.8L V-10 engine and california emissions may exhibit an exhaust flutter...
- Information regarding location of door keypad code. tt
- Experiencing a popping noise from the front suspension or passenger side floor pan. tt
- Information on the idle kicker feature, which under conditions will automatically elevate the idle speed...
- There have been some inquiries as to whether certain vehicles CAN be used for snowplowing. this bulletin...
- Some vehicles may exhibit brake vibration or shudder while braking. engineering has released new brake pad...
- Some vehicles with the 6.8L V-10 engine and california emissions may exhibit an engine miss or exhaust...
- Information regarding the location of the keypad code. tt
- Some vehicles with 7.3L engines may exhibit an inoperative vacuum pump. tt
- Service procedure for orange service tagged 4T100 transmissions. tt
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. tt
- Subject regarding front wipers operating while switch is in off position. tt
- Exhibiting an adhesive failure between the hinge and / or rear clevis and the rear quarter glass surface. tt
- Subject regarding poor / no air conditioner performance. tt
- Some vehicles built between 08/03/1999 may exhibit an adhesive failure at the rear 1/4 glass. tt
- Exhibiting a vibration at speeds above 40 mph. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration at speeds above 40 mph. tt
- Information on removing and / or replacing the generic electronic module (gem). tt
- Information on repairing paint chips on interior trim. tt
- Information regarding servicing pats w/new generation star tool. mjs
- Information regarding repairing paint chips on interior trim. mjs
- Information regarding rear 1/4 glass adhesive. mjs
- Information regarding vehicle pulling left during hard braking. mjs
- Some vehcles may exhibit a vibration at speeds above 40 mph. tt
- Some vehicles built before 11/99 may exhibit incorrectly set generic electronic module (gem) diagnostic...
- Information on replacing and removing the generic electronic module (gem). tt
- Recall / service program information regarding special parts ordering - 99B19-S1 kit code aa. tt
- Owner notification program for headlamp switch replacement. tt
- Some vehicles built before 11/1999 may exhibit incorrectly set generic electronic module (gem) diagnostic...
- Some vehicles with auxiliary air conditioner may exhibit poor / no air conditioner cooling. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit a pull to the left while braking condition. tt
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