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November 4, 2022 Service bulletin

Some 2013-2016 Escape/Fusion/MKZ vehicles may display an error message when updating the All Wheel...

Ford technical service bulletin SSM 51181 for 2013-2016 Ford Escape, 2013-2016 Ford Fusion and 2013-2016 Lincoln MKZ and others.

Bulletin number
SSM 51181
Component
Service brakes
Summary
Some 2013-2016 Escape/Fusion/MKZ vehicles may display an error message when updating the All Wheel Drive-ATC Barcode using the IDS service function after installing a new rear drive unit assembly (RDU) or active torque coupling (ATC) clutch assembly. To prevent this error from occurring, enter the universal ATC 4 digit barcode 7772. Once programmed, perform several figure 8 turns at parking lot speeds to verify there is no binding from the all wheel drive (AWD) system. If the vehicle binds in a turn, perform Pinpoint Test A. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 308-07A > Diagnosis and Testing.

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