# Service bulletin SSM 49286

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10181936
- Published by NHTSA: 2020\-11\-04
- Manufacturer's number: SSM 49286
- Manufacturer's date: 2020\-10\-27
- NHTSA component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; EQUIPMENT

## NHTSA's summary

Some 2020 F\-Super Duty vehicles equipped with an aftermarket bed may exhibit inoperative trailer lights on one or both sides of trailer after performing the FDRS Turn Signal Lamp Configuration application on the vehicle. Version 12 of this application is now available on the FDRS to address this trailer lighting condition. Make sure to download version 12 or later of the FDRS Turn Signal Lamp Configuration and follow the on screen prompts to configure the aftermarket bed. Verify the trailer lighting is operating correctly once complete. If the Turn Signal Lamp Configuration application was previously run on the vehicle, make sure to run the BCM Reset option before re\-running the application.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10181936-0001.pdf)
- [If that address does not open, try this one](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10181936-9999.pdf)

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## Components

Electrical system, Equipment and accessories, Lighting

## Vehicles listed

- 2020 FORD F\-250 SD
- 2020 FORD F\-350 SD
- 2020 FORD F\-450 SD
- 2020 FORD F\-550 SD
- 2020 FORD F\-650 SD
- 2020 FORD F\-750 SD

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [23V420000](/recalls/nhtsa/23V420000.md), 2023-06-09: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- [21V087000](/recalls/nhtsa/21V087000.md), 2021-02-18: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [SSM 54720](/bulletins/11031263.md), 2026-04-10, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION. Various 2020\-2026 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with blind spot information system \(BLIS\) may experience an inoperative blind spot monitoring with a "Blind Spot System Fault" message displayed in the instrument panel cluster \(IPC\). This may also be accompanied by diagnostic trouble codes \(DTCs\) B118C:11 and/or B118C:15 stored in the driver door module \(DDM\), and/or B118D:11 and/or B118D:15 stored in the passenger door module \(PDM\). This may be due to the wiring connector from the mirror to the BLIS module. If diagnostics lead to an internal mirror wiring harness fault, a new lower level BLIS light pigtail is now released for service. It is not necessary to replace the exterior mirror assembly. Use part number SC3Z\-14A411\-B to resolve the concern.
- [SSM 54589](/bulletins/11029595.md), 2026-03-04, Other: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2019\-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC3 may experience various connectivity concerns with The Ford App Lincoln App including but not limited to: missing activation prompt pop\-upon the vehicle's center display screen when attempting to activate vehicle through The Ford App Lincoln App, incorrect location global positioning system GPS reported through The Ford App Lincoln App, problems with remote commands being performed through The Ford App Lincoln App and or incorrect data information reported on The Ford App Lincoln App. These symptoms will be accompanied by diagnostic trouble code DTC B156D 89 in the TCU. This may be due to the accessory protocol interface module APIM software. To correct the condition, update the APIM software.
- [SSM 54601](/bulletins/11029052.md), 2026-02-27, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool or from the label printed on the body control module \(BCM\). The Factory Keyless Entry Code application within the diagnostic scan tool will not provide an applicable master code for the accessory wireless keypad. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is not available, the "Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide" can be referenced and provides direction on how to retrieve the master code. This guide is located under the Workshop Manual tab \> Accessories \> Installation \> Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide \> PPT C \> Step C2.\<br /\>\<br /\> Note: The only available keypad for some vehicles from the assembly plant is the accessory wireless keyless entry keypad. The integrated wired keypad cannot be installed on vehicles not equipped from the factory with a wired keyless entry k
- [SSM 54313](/bulletins/11024526.md), 2025-10-28, Service bulletin: LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2020\-2025 various Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with blind spot information system \(BLIS\) may experience an inoperative blind spot monitoring with a "Blind Spot System Fault" message displayed in the instrument panel cluster \(IPC\). This may also be accompanied by diagnostic trouble codes \(DTCs\) B118C:11 and/or B118C:15 stored in the driver door module \(DDM\), and/or B118D:11 and/or B118D:15 stored in the passenger door module \(PDM\). This may be due to the wiring connector from the mirror to the BLIS module. If diagnostics lead to an internal mirror wiring harness fault, a new lower level BLIS light pigtail is now released for service. It is not necessary to replace the exterior mirror assembly. Use part number SC3Z\-14A411\-B to resolve the concern.
- [SSM 54116](/bulletins/11021803.md), 2025-08-12, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Various 2019\-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a partially or fully black center display screen at start\-up using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. This does not affect rear camera operation. This may be due to interference from the phone being connected into the media hub using a universal serial bus \(USB\) cable during SYNC system boot up. To correct his condition, advise the customer to disconnect the USB cable from the phone. If the center display screen displays normally, reconnect the phone. If the concern persists, disconnect the phone from the USB cable, cycle the ignition off and open the driver's door so the interior lights come on. Close the door, start the vehicle and wait for the center display screen to boot up past the start\-up animation and display the home screen, then reconnect the phone using the USB cable. If the concern persists after this procedure, follow normal Workshop Manual diagnostics for a blank screen concern.
- [TSB 25\-2322](/bulletins/11020894.md), 2025-07-24, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This article supersedes TSB 25\-2200 to update the parts list to add the new camshaft and tappet service kit and add F\-650/F\-750. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an upper engine ticking or tapping noise at idle. Customers may also report experiencing rough engine performance, engine misfire, or a malfunction indicator lamp \(MIL\) with diagnostic trouble code \(DTC\) P0301\-P0308 in the powertrain control module \(PCM\). This may be due to camshaft and/or valve tappet having excess wear within the engine assembly.
- [TSB 25\-2262](/bulletins/11019659.md), 2025-06-19, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This article supersedes TSB 23\-2076 to update the powertrain control module \(PCM\) software level addressing the condition. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp \(MIL\) with cylinder injection pulse offset diagnostic trouble codes \(DTC\) P2B11, P2B13, P2B15, P2B17, P2B19, P2B1B, P2B1D, and/or P2B1F stored in the powertrain control module \(PCM\). The vehicle may also exhibit a slight running rough condition at idle. This may be due to incorrect learned values in the PCM from operating the vehicle at altitudes greater than 2500 feet \(762 meters\) above sea level. This condition does not affect vehicle drivability or durability.
- [SSM 52476](/bulletins/10254138.md), 2024-05-03, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT. All accessory stick\-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Unlike the integrated \(wired\) factory keypad, the accessory keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is lost, follow these steps to recover the code. Dealer Key Code access is granted through the Dealer Program Enrollment System \(DPES\); dealership management can authorize users. The authorized user must go to FMCDealer.com \> Parts and Service \> Parts Product Line Information \> Keys/Entry Devices \> Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Follow the instructions on the screen to obtain the master code for the accessory keypad.
- [22M03 S1](/bulletins/10253963.md), 2024-05-02, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT. Certain 2017\-2020 Model Year Continental and Super Duty, 2018\-2020 Navigator, 2020 Aviator, and 2020 Explorer Vehicles Replace Front and/or Side Cameras if Foggy
- [22N15](/bulletins/10252410.md), 2024-04-02, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Customer Satisfaction Program 22N15 Certain 2020\-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E\-Series, F\-650/F\-750, F\-53 Motorhome Chassis, F\-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector \(SDLC\) Gateway Module Reprogramming for Inspection and Maintenance \(I/M\) Testing Adding Not OTA Capable Owner letters. Other documents submitted 01/02/24 \& Received OTA letters submitted on 02/01/24

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