# Service bulletin SSM 47039

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10138531
- Published by NHTSA: 2018\-05\-29
- Manufacturer's number: SSM 47039
- Manufacturer's date: 2018\-01\-26
- NHTSA component: POWER TRAIN

## NHTSA's summary

Some 2017 F\-Super Duty, 2016\-2017 F650\-750 equipped with 6.7L diesel engines and 2015\-2017 Transit equipped with 3.2L diesel engines may exhibit a MIL on with diagnostic trouble code \(DTC\) P206C stored in powertrain control module\(PCM\). This may be due to incorrect diesel exhaust fluid \(DEF\) concentration. Prior to performing Powertrain Control and Emissions Diagnosis \(PC/ED\) pinpoint test RJ, ensure DEF concentration is checked using Central Tools Refractometer tool number CEN3R201 and if DEF contamination is suspected use the Rotunda Hydrocarbon Test Kit tool number 328\-480508.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/MC-10138531-9999.pdf)
- [If that address does not open, try this one](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/MC-10138531-0001.pdf)

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## Components

Transmission and driveline

## Trouble codes named

P206C

## Vehicles listed

- 2017 FORD F\-250 SD
- 2017 FORD F\-350 SD
- 2017 FORD F\-450 SD
- 2017 FORD F\-550 SD
- 2016 to 2017 FORD F\-650 SD
- 2016 to 2017 FORD F\-750 SD
- 2015 to 2017 FORD TRANSIT

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [2022679](/recalls/tc/2022679.md), 2022-11-29: Powertrain
- [22V880000](/recalls/nhtsa/22V880000.md), 2022-11-29: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- [2022074](/recalls/tc/2022074.md), 2022-02-17: Powertrain
- [22V087000](/recalls/nhtsa/22V087000.md), 2022-02-16: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS; POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- [2019538](/recalls/tc/2019538.md), 2019-10-25: Powertrain
- [19V767000](/recalls/nhtsa/19V767000.md), 2019-10-25: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- [19V103000](/recalls/nhtsa/19V103000.md), 2019-02-21: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT; POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT
- [2018165](/recalls/tc/2018165.md), 2018-04-05: Powertrain
- [2017320](/recalls/tc/2017320.md), 2017-06-27: Powertrain
- [17V408000](/recalls/nhtsa/17V408000.md), 2017-06-26: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [SSM 55098](/bulletins/11036338.md), 2026-08-25, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; POWER TRAIN; ENGINE. Some 2013\-2016 Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine and 2015\-2019 Transit vehicles equipped with a 3.2L diesel engine may not pass a state smog test due to the exhaust gas system \(EGS\) monitor that will not run after completing the exhaust gas sensor drive cycle located within Section 2 of the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnostics \(PC/ED\) Manual \> Drive Cycles. This may be due to the vehicles diesel oxidation catalyst \(DOC\) age counter being under the 120\-minute age requirement. There is an all\-new "PCM Catalytic Converter Age Evaluation" application within the latest version of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System \(FDRS\). Use this new FDRS application to determine the age \(in minutes\) of the DOC. If the age is less than 120 minutes, perform manual regenerations to increase the catalyst age counter to satisfy the monitor age requirement. If further assistance is needed, contact the technical assistance center \(TAC\). Note: this article only applies to the EGS monitor. Problems with other vehicle monitors not running successfully must be addressed using normal diagnostics located i
- [25N10](/bulletins/11029724.md), 2026-03-05, Other: POWER TRAIN; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Certain 2017\-2025 F\-450 – F\-600 Super Duty Chassis Cab Upfitted with an Aerial Bucket Frame Rail Crack
- [SSM 54366](/bulletins/11025611.md), 2025-11-19, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2015\-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes \(DTCs\) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. Pinpoint test HK in the Powertrain Control and Emissions Diagnosis \(PC/ED\) or in Section 303\-14 of the Workshop Manual \(WSM\) has been updated to address this concern.
- [TSB 24\-2099](/bulletins/10253886.md), 2024-05-02, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. This article supersedes TSB 22\-2444 to add 2024 model year vehicles. Some 2015\-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive \(RWD\), single rear wheel \(only\), and U\-joints at the transmission flange and rear driveshaft may experience a boom/hum/moan noise from the rear while driving. This noise is most noticeable at highway speeds: 112\-121 km/h \(70\-75 mph\) for 4.10 axle ratio 121\-128 km/h \(75\-80 mph\) for 3.73 axle ratio 136\-145 km/h \(85\-90 mph\) for 3.31 axle ratio The noise may also be present to a lesser degree at roughly half of the noted speeds. This may be due to a 2nd order driveline frequency transmitted through the rear driveshaft, rear axle and into the body through the leaf springs.
- [SSM 52314](/bulletins/10251934.md), 2024-03-20, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the timing gear breaking and engine damage. Replacement of the bolt is critical to the repair and accurately following the installation procedure in the Workshop Manual \(WSM\) Section, 303\-01 is extremely important. The bolt torque procedure can be found in the crankshaft front seal removal and installation procedure or in the engine assembly procedure.
- [23N01](/bulletins/10243426.md), 2023-10-03, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; POWER TRAIN; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. Certain 2015\-2019 Model Year Transit Vehicles with 3.2L Diesel Engine \- Crankcase Ventilation Hose Assembly Replacement and Powertrain Control Module Software Update
- [SSM 51854](/bulletins/10241626.md), 2023-09-04, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE \(TCM/PCM/TECM\); POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE \(TCM/PCM/TECM\). Various 2013\-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp \(MIL\) with diagnostic trouble code \(DTC\) P264F after powertrain control module \(PCM\) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number \(ESN\) must be programmed into the PCM. The ESN is located on PTS \> Diagnostics tab \> HVBoM \> Features \> Engine Serial Number. Once the ESN is obtained from the historical vehicle bill of materials \(HvBOM\), it can be programmed into the PCM using the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. Navigate to the toolbox tab\> powertrain menu\> Service Functions\> ESN.
- [SSM 51849](/bulletins/10241547.md), 2023-09-01, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE \(TCM/PCM/TECM\). Various 2013\-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp \(MIL\) with diagnostic trouble code \(DTC\) P264F after powertrain control module \(PCM\) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number \(ESN\) must be programmed into the PCM. The ESN is located on PTS\> OASIS\> Features\> Engine Serial Number. Once the ESN is obtained from the historical vehicle bill of materials \(HvBOM\), it can be programmed into the PCM using the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. Navigate to the toolbox tab\> powertrain menu\> Service Functions\> ESN.
- [SSM 51691](/bulletins/10237789.md), 2023-06-16, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. 2011\-2023 F\-Super Duty and 2016\-2024 F\-650/F\-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an elevated idle condition. During prolonged idle time, vehicles may experience this elevated idle to reduce unburned hydrocarbons from the SCR. The powertrain control module estimates hydrocarbon levels in the SCR and may increase idle speed to remove them. Idle speed will be increased to 1000 RPM for ambient temperatures near 26°C \(80°F\) and may increase to 1200 RPM at \-40 °C \(\-40°F\). Vehicles may exhibit exhaust smoke and diesel exhaust fluid smell during elevated idle condition. Exhaust smoke and smell condition will not affect reliability or durability of the engine. Power take\-off \(PTO\) use and idle set point control will disable elevated speed. It is required that the operator monitor the vehicle and adhere to any Exhaust Filter warning messages.
- [20N04 S2](/bulletins/10237442.md), 2023-06-06, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT. Certain 2017\-2019 MY F250/F350 and all F450/550 vehicles Steering Linage Damper replacement. Reason for this supplement: Updated program terms, includes new mobile service repair assessment and updated owner letters with revised program terms.

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