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December 12, 2023 Service bulletin

Concern where the 4x4 setting reverts to 2H after a key cycle

Ford technical service bulletin SSM 52133 for 2022-2023 Ford Expedition and 2022-2023 Lincoln Navigator.

Bulletin number
SSM 52133
Component
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Summary
Some 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with a 1 speed transfer case may exhibit a concern where the 4x4 setting reverts to 2H after a key cycle. This may be due to the transfer case control module (TCCM) software. To correct the condition, reprogram the TCCM using the latest version of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). For claiming, use causal part 7E453 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 28 complaints in the transmission category.

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