Some 2014-2017 transit connect vehicles, may exhibit a condition that causes the battery to discharge. if...

Bulletin number

SSM 46321

Component

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

Summary

Some 2014-2017 transit connect vehicles, may exhibit a condition that causes the battery to discharge. If normal battery drain diagnosis leads to no issues, it may be caused by the approach lights illuminating every time the body control module (bcm) receives a lock/unlock signal or opening any door. If the door remains open, the lights will remain illuminated for up to 10 minutes. If the vehicle was built on or before 11-dec-2016, reprogram the bcm to the latest calibration using ids release 103.05 and higher. Calibration files may also be obtained at www.motorcraft.com. For all vehicles, access the bcm configuration parameters. Select module programming, programmable parameters, personality, approach light. Choose disabled and follow the screen prompts to completion. Use causal part 14a068 and applicable labor operations in section 10 of the slts manual.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 41 complaints in the electrical category.