2001 Ford Excursion technical service bulletins
144 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2001 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
- Some 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with a 4.6L 2V, 5.4L 2V, or 6.8L 2V engine--spark plug thread repair...
- Brake booster system may exhibit a brake pedal kickback and/or grabbing condition when applying the brakes. nj
- 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...
- Hard start or no start. eh
- Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. tt
- Memontary return to idle during aggressive acceleration - diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0123. 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
- 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
- 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...
- Engine-light tick or rattle type noise from engine after cold start. mj
- 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 equipped with a 4R100 transmission and built between january 1, 2001 and may 1, 2002 may...
- 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
- Subject regardidng squeak and rattle condition. 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 built after 12/4/00 and equipped with a 5.4L or 6.8L engine may exhibit inconsistent speed...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of oil contamination in cooling system. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit a coolant leak due to a broken radiator hose clamp. 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...
- This aritlce is to provide information on replacement of old style hood lamp switch to the rvised...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak and rattle condition. tt
- Concerns with rattle noise originating from the front brake calipers. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit a popping noise beneath the driver's feet area coming from the floorboard. 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 exhibit a miss or popping through the intake or exhaust. slc
- Some vehicles may exhibit a difficult to diagnose condition with the rear seat entertainment condition. slc
- Some vehicles may exhibita coolant leak from the water pump weep hole. yh
- Some vehicles equipped with 4R100 transmission, having a transmission build date between 7/27/2000 and...
- Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code P0344 (cam sensor). engineering is investigating. tt
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4R100 automatic transmission may exhibit a reverse engagement stall. tt
- Some vehicles built after 12/4/00 and equipped with a 5.4L or 6.8L engine may exhibit inconsistent speed...
- 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...
- Subject regarding starter service contact request. tt
- Some vehicles equipped with 7.3L engines may exhibit various driveability conditions. tt
- Some vehicles with a 5.4 or 6.8L engine may exhibit slightly inconsistent speed or surging with the cruise...
- Information on vehicles requiring fuel line service. tt
- 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
- 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...
- 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...
- Front locking hubs. jb
- Some vehicles may exhibit a noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when traveling over bumps. tt
- Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the...
- Some vehicles equipped with 7.3L engine may exhibit a no-start or engine stall condition. engineering is...
- Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code(s) P0344 or P0340 (cam sensor). engineering is...
- Owner notification program parts update regarding 4R100 transmission replacement. jb
- Owner notification informing owners that their transmission could be damaged internally and, potentially,...
- 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
- Information on vehicles exhibiting a water pump shaft seal leak. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit a buck or jerk (also known as hitching) during highway driving at speeds 40 mph...
- Experiencing diagnostic trouble code P0344 (cam sensor). engineering is investigating. tt
- Concerns with 7.3L engine starter service. tt
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