16-0045

2.0L ECOBOOST - FUEL ODOR
TSB 16-0045
FORD:
2013-2014 Edge, Focus
2013-2015 Explorer
2013-2016 Escape, Fusion
LINCOLN:
2013-2016 MKZ
2015-2016 MKC
This article supersedes TSB 16-0002 to add a production fix date.
ISSUE
Some 2013-2016 Escape, 2015-2016 MKC vehicles built on or before 12/15/2015, 2013-2016 Fusion, MKZ, 2013-2015
Explorer, 2013-2014 Focus ST and Edge vehicles equipped with 2.0L EcoBoost engines may exhibit fuel odor originating
from the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Is the vehicle a 2016 Escape or MKC?
a. Yes - check the vehicle build date. Was the vehicle built on or before 12/15/2015?
(1)
Yes - proceed to Step 2.
(2)
No - this article does not apply.
b. No - proceed to Step 2.
2. Inspect the PCV hose to make sure it is properly connected to the valve cover and the low pressure intake duct.
a. For Escape and Focus ST vehicles remove the cowl panel grille to access the hose. Refer to Workshop Manual
(WSM), Section 501-02.
b. For Edge vehicles remove the air cleaner outlet pipe to access the hose. Refer to WSM, Section 303-12.
3. Does the PCV hose exhibit a fuel smell or was the hose disconnected?
a. Yes - replace hose and reassemble the vehicle.
b. No - Refer to WSM, Section 303-13 for normal diagnosis.
PART NUMBER
PART NAME
EJ7Z-6758-B
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose Assembly
OPERATION
160045A
DESCRIPTION
TIME
2013-2016 Escape, 2.0L EcoBoost: Inspect And Replace PCV Hose
Includes Time To Remove And Install The Cowl Panel Grille (Do Not
Use With Any Other Labor Operations)
0.5 Hr.
NOTE: The information contained in Technical Service Bulletins is intended for use by trained, professional technicians with the knowledge, tools, and equipment to do the job
properly and safely. It informs these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or provides information that could assist in proper vehicle service.The
procedures should not be performed by "do-it-yourselfers". Do not assume that a condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership
to determine whether the bulletin applies to your vehicle. Warranty Policy and Extended Service Plan documentation determine Warranty and/or Extended Service Plan
coverage unless stated otherwise in the TSB article.The information in this Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) was current at the time of printing. Ford Motor Company reserves
the right to supercede this information with updates.The most recent information is available through Ford Motor Company's on-line technical resources.
Copyright © 2016 Ford Motor Company
Online Publication Date March 17, 2016
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OPERATION
DESCRIPTION
TIME
160045A
2013-2014 Focus ST, 2.0L EcoBoost: Inspect And Replace PCV Hose
Includes Time To Remove And Install The Cowl Panel Grille (Do Not
Use With Any Other Labor Operations)
0.4 Hr.
160045A
2013-2014 Edge 2.0L EcoBoost: Inspect And Replace PCV Hose
Includes Time To Remove And Install The Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe (Do
Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations)
0.3 Hr.
160045A
2013-2015 Explorer, 2013-2016 Fusion, MKZ, 2015-2016 MKC 2.0L
EcoBoost: Inspect And Replace PCV Hose (Do Not Use With Any Other
Labor Operations)
0.2 Hr.
WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage
Warranty/ESP coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. Warranty/ESP coverage limits are
determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool.
DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO.
6758
CONDITION CODE
49
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