TSB16-0105
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: TSB16-0105
Some 2013-2016 fusion, mkz, and 2013-2015 c-max vehicles equipped with an hf35 transmission and built on or before 8/15/2015 may exhibit a thumping/rubbing or grinding noise coming from the transmission. The noise may be present in all gear
Models from 2016
2016 FORD FUSION |
2016 LINCOLN MKZ |
Models from 2015
2015 FORD C-MAX |
2015 FORD FUSION |
2015 LINCOLN MKZ |
Models from 2014
2014 FORD C-MAX |
2014 FORD FUSION |
2014 LINCOLN MKZ |
Models from 2013
2013 FORD C-MAX |
2013 FORD FUSION |
2013 LINCOLN MKZ |
HF35 TRANSMISSION - THUMPING/RUBBING OR GRINDING NOISE BUILT ON OR BEFORE 8/15/2015 TSB 16-0105 FORD: 2013-2015 C-MAX 2013-2016 Fusion LINCOLN: 2013-2016 MKZ This article supersedes TSB 14-0214 to add a production fix date, update the vehicle model years, Service Procedure and Part List. ISSUE Some 2013-2016 Fusion, MKZ and 2013-2015 C-Max vehicles equipped with an HF35 transmission and built on or before 8/15/2015 may exhibit a thumping/rubbing or grinding noise coming from the transmission. The noise may be present in all gear ranges including neutral when the vehicle is moving, but will not be present when the vehicle is stationary or in Park. ACTION Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Check the vehicle build date. Was the vehicle built on or before 8/15/2015? a. Yes - proceed to Step 2. b. No - this article does not apply. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01 for normal diagnostics. 2. With vehicle at operating temperature, road test vehicle and lightly apply the brakes from 48-16 Km/h (30-10 MPH). a. The engine will shut-off on deceleration when the vehicle is at operating temperature. 3. Is a thumping/rubbing or grinding noise present? a. Yes - proceed to Step 4. b. No - this article does not apply. Refer to WSM, Section 307-01 for normal diagnostics. 4. Remove the transmission assembly. Refer to WSM, Section 307-01. 5. Remove damper housing and transfer shaft assembly. Refer to WSM Section, 307-01. 6. Inspect the damper housing for transfer shaft contact or wear. Is contact or wear present on damper housing or transfer shaft? a. Yes - proceed to Step 9. b. No - proceed to Step 7. 7. Install transfer shaft kit. Follow kit repair and assembly procedure. 8. Reinstall the transmission assembly. Refer to WSM, Section 307-01. Proceed to Step 10. 9. Install new transmission assembly. Refer to WSM, Section 307-01. 10. Flush transmission fluid cooling system. Refer to WSM, Section 307-02. 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 September 1, 2016 PAGE1 TSB 16-0105 (Continued) PART NUMBER PART NAME FG9Z-7000-C Transmission Assembly 2.57 Gas/Electric - C-MAX/Fusion FHEV FM5Z-7000-D Transmission Assembly 2.91 Plug-In - C-MAX/Fusion PHEV FG9Z-7000-E Transmission Assembly 2.57 - MKZ FG9Z-7000-G Transmission Assembly 2.91 - MKZ W520102-S442 Nut - Axle Bearing Strap - Right Side - All Vehicles (2 Required) YS4Z-3N324-AA Clamp - Center Shaft - C-MAX AE5Z-4B422-A Circlip - Axle Inner - Left Side - C-MAX CV6Z-9450-B Gasket - Exhaust Flange - C-MAX CV6Z-9448-A Gasket - Exhaust Manifold - C-MAX W520103-S442 Nut - Exhaust To Pipe - C-MAX (2 Required ) CV6Z-3B477-A Nut - Axle - C-MAX (2 Required) W520415-S442 Nut - Lower Ball Joint - C-MAX(2 Required ) W704474-S437 Stud - Exhaust Manifold - C-MAX - (7 Required) W713095-S437 Nut - Exhaust Manifold To Head - C-MAX (7 Required ) W715491-S442 Bolt - Lower Ball Joint - C-MAX (2 Required ) BB5Z-4B422-B Circlip - Axle Inner - Left Side - Fusion/ MKZ W500545-S439 Bolt - Lower Ball Joint - Fusion/ MKZ (2 Required) W520214-S440 Nut - Lower Ball Joint - Fusion/ MKZ (2 Required ) W520215-S440 Nut - Tie Rod - Fusion/ MKZ (2 Required ) W712503-S440 Nut - Lower Stabilizer -Fusion/ MKZ (2 Required ) W714878-S439 Bolt - Steering Shaft - Fusion/ MKZ W716457-S439 Bolt - Large Frame To Body Rear - Fusion/ MKZ (2 Required ) 4S4Z-3N324-AA Clamp - Center Shaft - Fusion/MKZ 1S7G-8255-BD Gasket - Coolant Outlet - Fusion/MKZ FG9Z-7H348-D Kit - Transfer Shaft (Front Wheel Drive 2.57 Axle Ratio) - C-MAX/Fusion FHEV FG9Z-7H348-E Kit - Transfer Shaft (Front Wheel Drive 2.91 Axle Ratio) - C-MAX/Fusion PHEV/MKZ ZC-31-B Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes ZC-30-A Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover TA-26 Motorcraft® Threadlock 262 TA-29 Motorcraft® Ultra Silicone Sealant PM-4-A Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner XT-10-QLVC Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid OPERATION 160105A DESCRIPTION 2013-2015 C-MAX Hybrid: Diagnose, Inspect And Repair Transmission Includes Time For Road Tests And Flushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) TIME 12.2 Hrs. PAGE2 TSB 16-0105 (Continued) OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME 160105A 2013-2015 C-MAX Energi: Diagnose, Inspect And Repair Transmission Includes Time For Road Tests And Flushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 12.5 Hrs. 160105A 2013-2016 MKZ Hybrid: Diagnose, Inspect And Repair Transmission Includes Time For Road Tests And Flushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations Except C Or D) 10.9 Hrs. 160105A 2013-2016 Fusion Hybrid: Diagnose, Inspect And Repair Transmission Includes Time For Road Tests And Flushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations Except C Or D) 10.5 Hrs. 160105A 2013-2016 Fusion Energi: Diagnose, Inspect And Repair Transmission Includes Time For Road Tests And Flushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations Except C Or D) 10.7 Hrs. 160105B 2013-2015 C-MAX Hybrid: Diagnose, Inspect And Replace Transmission Includes Time For Road Tests And Flushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 10.6 Hrs. 160105B 2013-2015 C-MAX Energi: Diagnose, Inspect And Replace Transmission Includes Time For Road Tests And Flushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 10.9 Hrs. 160105B 2013-2016 MKZ Hybrid: Diagnose, Inspect And Replace Transmission Includes Time For Road Tests And Flushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations Except C Or D) 9.2 Hrs. 160105B 2013-2016 Fusion Hybrid: Diagnose, Inspect And Replace Transmission Includes Time For Road Tests And Flushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations Except C Or D) 8.9 Hrs. 160105B 2013-2016 Fusion Energi: Diagnose, Inspect And Replace Transmission Includes Time For Road Tests And Flushing (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations Except C Or D) 9.1 Hrs. 160105C 2013-2016 Fusion/MKZ Hybrid/Energi Without Lane Departure Warning System: Check And Set Front End Toe (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations Except A Or B) 0.6 Hr. 160105D 2013-2016 Fusion/MKZ Hybrid/Energi With Lane Departure Warning System: Check And Set Front End Toe (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations Except A Or B) 0.8 Hr. WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited 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. 7000 PAGE3 CONDITION CODE 01