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May 1, 2020 Service bulletin

Some 2020 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 10R80 MHT automatic...

Ford technical service bulletin SSM 48790 for 2020 Ford Explorer, 2020 Lincoln Aviator and 2020 Ford Explorer Police Intercept.

Bulletin number
SSM 48790
Component
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Summary
Some 2020 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 10R80 MHT automatic transmission and with less than 100 miles may exhibit a transmission fluid leak that appears to be coming from between the hybrid drive unit and transmission case joint. This condition may be due to residual transmission fluid trapped between the front module and transmission case joint during the assembly process. Recommend cleaning the area thoroughly and reevaluating with the vehicle at operating temperature before attempting any leak related repairs.

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