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18-2057
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Exhaust Odor In Vehicle
16 February
2018
This bulletin supersedes 17-0035. Reason for update: Incorrect Procedure
Model:
Ford
2015-2018 Edge
Lincoln
2016-2018 MKX
Summary
This article supersedes TSB 17-0035 to update the Service Procedure.
Issue: Some 2015-2018 Edge and 2016-2018 MKX vehicles may exhibit an exhaust odor in the vehicle while the
climate control system is in auto or recirculation mode. Customers may indicate the odor smells like sulfur or
exhaust odors are entering the vehicle cabin. This concern may be more pronounced after hard acceleration,
driving in hilly conditions and/or towing a trailer. Whether and to what extent any occupant of these vehicles
experiences the exhaust odor will be affected by driving habits, weather, and individual sensitivities.
Action: Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
Parts
Part Number
Description
TA-2-B
Motorcraft® Seam Sealer
EM2Z-61280B62-CA Edge Large Air Extractor, Right
FT4Z-61280B62-C
MKX Large Air Extractor, Right
Quantity
1
1
1
EM2Z-61280B62-H Edge Large Air Extractor, Left
1
FT4Z-61280B62-D
MKX Large Air Extractor, Left
1
FT4Z-58280B62-A
Edge/MKX Small Air Extractor, Right
1
FT4Z-58280B63-C
Edge/MKX Small Air Extractor, Left
1
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.
Labor Times
Operation
No.
Description
Use SLTS Operations If Available; Claim Additional Diagnosis Or Labor Performed
As Actual Time
MT182057
Time
Actual
Time
Repair/Claim Coding
Causal Part:
61280B62
Condition Code: 42
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Service Procedure
1. Does the customer report an exhaust odor inside the vehicle under hard acceleration, towing a trailer, driving
in hilly conditions or with the climate control system in auto or recirculate?
(1). Yes – proceed to Step 2.
(2). No – this article does not apply.
2. Visually inspect the rear liftgate weatherstrip seal for proper seating to the body of the vehicle. Reposition the
liftgate weatherstrip seal as necessary.
3. Check the weatherstrip contact mark around the entire liftgate to make sure the liftgate is correctly aligned.
Reposition the liftgate as required to obtain a proper seal. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-03.
(1). View the weatherstrip contact mark from different angles to make sure it can be seen clearly.
(2). A slight weatherstrip print gap at the bottom center of the liftgate near the latch area is normal and
corresponds with the weatherstrip joint seam.
4. Make sure the liftgate drain plugs are installed correctly on the liftgate. Reposition as required.
(1). MKX (Figure 1)
(2). Edge (Figure 2)
Figure 1
Figure 2
5. Remove the rear lamp assemblies. Refer to WSM, Section 417-01.
6. Inspect for holes or gaps on the horizontal and vertical surfaces of the body and liftgate near the rear tail
lamps and light bar assembly. Seal with Motorcraft® Seam Sealer or equivalent. (Figures 3 - 4)
Figure 3
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Figure 4
7. Verify all rear tail lamp and light bar assembly body plugs, plastic anchor nuts and wiring grommets are fully
seated against the body and liftgate. (Figure 5)
Figure 5
8. On MKX vehicles remove the right and left rear quarter panel moulding. Refer to WSM, Section 501-08.
9. Remove the rear bumper cover. Refer to WSM, Section 501-19.
10. Check that all rear body plugs and plastic anchor nuts located beneath the bumper cover are fully seated
against the body. (Figure 6)
Figure 6
11. Make sure the two plastic pushpins used to attach the sound insulation piece to the lower edge of the body
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are fully seated. (Figure 7)
Figure 7
12. Inspect the rear liftgate and verify that all four plastic license plate anchor points are sealed.
(1). Example of missing lower anchor points. (Figure 8)
Figure 8
13. Raise the vehicle on the hoist and verify all underbody plugs and grommets are fully seated. (Figures 9 - 13)
Figure 9
Figure 10
Figure 11
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Figure 12
Figure 13
14. Verify the air extractors are not deformed. A slight gap of approximately 1 mm (0.029in.) between the rubber
flap and extractor body is normal. Replace the air extractor if it is damaged or warped.
15. Reinstall the rear bumper cover. Refer to WSM, Section 501-19.
16. Reinstall the rear tail lamp assemblies. Refer to WSM, Section 417-01.
17. Reinstall the right and left rear quarter panel splash shields and wheel opening trim mouldings. Refer to
WSM, Section 501-08.
18. Reprogram the front controls interface module (FCIM) to the latest calibration using Integrated Diagnostic
System (IDS) or Ford J2534 Diagnostic Software (FJDS) release 108.03 or higher. Make sure you are
connected to the internet when entering module programming to obtain the latest updates. Calibration files
may also be obtained at www.motorcraftservice.com.
(1). When reprogramming the FCIM, IDS or FJDS will have additional questions which will require a yes
response to reprogram the module.
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NOTE: The information 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
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condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a Ford or Lincoln 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 supersede this information with updates. The most recent information is available through Ford Motor Company's on-line
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