TSB 16-0121
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: TSB 16-0121
Some 20152016 mustang vehicles equipped with a 2.3l gtdi engine and built on or before 1/1/2016 may exhibit a lack of power with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P0299. This may be due to the turbocharger wastegate actuator rod coming disconn
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2016 FORD MUSTANG |
Models from 2015
2015 FORD MUSTANG |
2.3L GASOLINE TURBOCHARGED DIRECT INJECTION (GTDI) - LACK OF POWER WITH DTC P0299 - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 1/1/2016 TSB 16-0121 FORD: 2015-2016 Mustang ISSUE Some 2015-2016 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 2.3L GTDI engine and built on or before 1/1/2016 may exhibit a lack of power with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0299. This may be due to the turbocharger wastegate actuator rod coming disconnected from the wastegate. ACTION Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Using the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) service tool or an equivalent scan tool to check for DTCs. Is DTC P0299 present in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory? a. Yes - proceed to Step 2. b. No - this article does not apply. Refer to Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for normal diagnostics. 2. Inspect the wastegate rod for proper engagement to the wastegate lever. Is the turbocharger wastegate actuator rod properly attached and the retaining clip in place? a. Yes - this article does not apply. Refer to the PC/ED manual for normal diagnostics. b. No - proceed to Step 3. 3. Remove the vibration dampener from the right engine mount. (Figure 1) Figure 1 - Article 16-0121 4. Remove and discard the upper turbocharger mounting nuts. (Figure 2) 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 14, 2016 PAGE1 TSB 16-0121 (Continued) Figure 2 - Article 16-0121 5. Remove the lower turbocharger heat shield retaining bolt. (Figure 2) 6. Position the turbocharger heat shield aside. (Figure 2) a. It is not necessary to remove the turbocharger coolant lines to position aside the heat shield. 7. Reinstall actuator rod and install the new wastegate actuator retaining clip. 8. Install the turbocharger heat shield. a. Tighten the new upper turbocharger mounting nuts. Torque to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft). b. Tighten the lower turbocharger heat shield retaining bolt. Torque to 10 Nm (89 lb-in). 9. Install the vibration dampener on to the right engine mount. a. Tighten the dampener bolt. Torque to 28.5 Nm (9 lb-ft). PART NUMBER PART NAME W790436-S900 Retaining Clip W713095-S403 Nut - Turbocharger To Manifold (2 Req) W716042-S900 Bolt - Lower Turbocharger Heat Shield W704474-S437 Stud - M10x22 mm/M10X32 mm (2 Req) OPERATION 160121A DESCRIPTION TIME 2015-2016 Mustang 2.3L GTDI: Retrieve DTCs, Inspect Wastegate And Reinstall Actuator Rod With New Retaining Clip Following The Service Procedure (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 0.5 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. 6K682 CONDITION CODE 25 PAGE2