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July 11, 2025 Service bulletin

Some 2025 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the turbocharger...

Ford technical service bulletin SSM 54039 for 2025 Ford Explorer.

Bulletin number
SSM 54039
Component
Engine
Summary
Some 2025 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the turbocharger oil return tube due to various concerns. Workshop Manual, Section 303-04 has been updated with improved turbocharger oil return tube removal and installation service procedure steps.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 10 complaints in the engine category.

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