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January 13, 2023 Service bulletin

Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2D40. This may be due to...

Ford technical service bulletin SSM 51297 for 2020-2023 Ford Explorer, 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator and 2020-2022 Ford Explorer Police Intercept.

Bulletin number
SSM 51297
Component
Power train
Summary
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a hybrid powertrain may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2D40. This may be due to the high voltage battery thermal system not cooling as it should. Follow the updated WSM Section 414-03 including listed possible sources, visual inspection and prechecks, and diagnostic procedures.

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