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2009 FORD EXPLORER Technical Service Bulletins

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EQUIPMENT

RECORD_ID: 4694223
NHTSA Item Number: 10254138
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: May 3, 2024
Bulletin Number: SSM 52476
Date Posted: Apr 24, 2024
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: EQUIPMENT
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: 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. U
STRUCTURE

RECORD_ID: 2248768
NHTSA Item Number: 10156863
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Apr 8, 2019
Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2026
Date Posted: Feb 7, 2019
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: STRUCTURE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service
EQUIPMENT

RECORD_ID: 2248636
NHTSA Item Number: 10156863
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Apr 8, 2019
Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2026
Date Posted: Feb 7, 2019
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: EQUIPMENT
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service
STRUCTURE

RECORD_ID: 2220791
NHTSA Item Number: 10155551
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Apr 1, 2019
Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2026
Date Posted: Feb 7, 2019
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: STRUCTURE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service
STEERING

RECORD_ID: 2068918
NHTSA Item Number: 10148819
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Nov 19, 2018
Bulletin Number: DOR-S3J9G-11
Date Posted: Oct 2, 2018
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: STEERING
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly may cause a percep
EQUIPMENT

RECORD_ID: 1929960
NHTSA Item Number: 10143079
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jul 23, 2018
Bulletin Number: SSM 47331
Date Posted: Jun 1, 2018
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: EQUIPMENT
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit symptoms that may include upper end engine noise, rough running, misfire and/or engine damage. If diagnosis leads to only camshaft/camshaft r
ENGINE

RECORD_ID: 1929904
NHTSA Item Number: 10143079
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jul 23, 2018
Bulletin Number: SSM 47331
Date Posted: Jun 1, 2018
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit symptoms that may include upper end engine noise, rough running, misfire and/or engine damage. If diagnosis leads to only camshaft/camshaft r
EQUIPMENT

RECORD_ID: 1858160
NHTSA Item Number: 10140323
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jun 11, 2018
Bulletin Number: SSM 47009
Date Posted: Jan 10, 2018
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: EQUIPMENT
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Par
EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

RECORD_ID: 1858141
NHTSA Item Number: 10140323
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jun 11, 2018
Bulletin Number: SSM 47009
Date Posted: Jan 10, 2018
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Par
EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

RECORD_ID: 1748511
NHTSA Item Number: 10138524
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: May 29, 2018
Bulletin Number: SSM 47009
Date Posted: Jan 10, 2018
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Par
EQUIPMENT

RECORD_ID: 1636266
NHTSA Item Number: 10137113
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: May 21, 2018
Bulletin Number: SSM 47201
Date Posted: Mar 30, 2018
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: EQUIPMENT
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Lincoln vehicle. Only
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: GASOLINE: BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

RECORD_ID: 820699
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: GASOLINE: BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: EMISSION CONTROL: GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)

RECORD_ID: 824105
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: EMISSION CONTROL: GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: EMISSION CONTROL: CRANKCASE (PCV)

RECORD_ID: 824064
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: EMISSION CONTROL: CRANKCASE (PCV)
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

RECORD_ID: 823824
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: EMISSION CONTROL: CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

RECORD_ID: 823252
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: EMISSION CONTROL: CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: COOLING SYSTEM

RECORD_ID: 822863
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: COOLING SYSTEM
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: OTHER FUEL TYPES: TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

RECORD_ID: 822223
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: OTHER FUEL TYPES: TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: COOLING SYSTEM: RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

RECORD_ID: 822087
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: COOLING SYSTEM: RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: COOLING SYSTEM: HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

RECORD_ID: 821467
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: COOLING SYSTEM: HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: GASOLINE

RECORD_ID: 821317
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: GASOLINE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: COOLING SYSTEM: FAN

RECORD_ID: 820881
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: COOLING SYSTEM: FAN
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM

RECORD_ID: 820757
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE

RECORD_ID: 820379
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

RECORD_ID: 819876
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: DIESEL

RECORD_ID: 819706
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: DIESEL
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE

RECORD_ID: 819705
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: GASOLINE: TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

RECORD_ID: 819311
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: GASOLINE: TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: EMISSION CONTROL

RECORD_ID: 819072
NHTSA Item Number: 10109070
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Aug 1, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
Date Posted: Sep 21, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: EMISSION CONTROL
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading the
POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

RECORD_ID: 787179
NHTSA Item Number: 10099463
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: May 17, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46451
Date Posted: Mar 14, 2017
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: 2009-2017 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6R80, 6R100, 6R140 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HAVE AN UPDATED MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY OVERHAUL PROCEDURE. REFER TO WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM), SECTION 307-01 FOR MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY (7A100) OVERHAUL PROCEDURES. NOT ALL VALVE B
EQUIPMENT: OTHER: OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

RECORD_ID: 761873
NHTSA Item Number: 10095858
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Mar 20, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46412
Date Posted: Feb 27, 2017
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: EQUIPMENT: OTHER: OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: SOME 2007-2016 EDGE/MKX/FLEX/MKT/MKZ/MKS/TAURUS/TAURUS POLICE/EXPLORER/EXPLORER POLICE EQUIPPED WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) AND BUILT ON OR BEFORE 30-JUN-2016 MAY EXHIBIT A TICKING AND/OR KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVELINE AREA. TO IDENTIFY THIS NOISE
POWER TRAIN: DRIVELINE

RECORD_ID: 761840
NHTSA Item Number: 10095858
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Mar 20, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46412
Date Posted: Feb 27, 2017
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: POWER TRAIN: DRIVELINE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: SOME 2007-2016 EDGE/MKX/FLEX/MKT/MKZ/MKS/TAURUS/TAURUS POLICE/EXPLORER/EXPLORER POLICE EQUIPPED WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) AND BUILT ON OR BEFORE 30-JUN-2016 MAY EXHIBIT A TICKING AND/OR KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVELINE AREA. TO IDENTIFY THIS NOISE
SERVICE BRAKES

RECORD_ID: 738727
NHTSA Item Number: 10091151
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Feb 10, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46132
Date Posted: Oct 17, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: SERVICE BRAKES
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: SOME 2008-2017 FORD/MERCURY/LINCOLN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SYNC MAY GENERATE A VHR THAT IDENTIFIES A CONCERN WITH THE BRAKES AND SUSPENSION CATEGORY INDICATING SERVICE IS REQUIRED DUE TO A BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP BEING ILLUMINATED. IF THE PARK BRAKE WAS
SERVICE BRAKES

RECORD_ID: 736974
NHTSA Item Number: 10090681
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Feb 7, 2017
Bulletin Number: SSM 46132
Date Posted: Oct 17, 2016
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: SERVICE BRAKES
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: SOME 2008-2017 FORD/MERCURY/LINCOLN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SYNC MAY GENERATE A VHR THAT IDENTIFIES A CONCERN WITH THE BRAKES AND SUSPENSION CATEGORY INDICATING SERVICE IS REQUIRED DUE TO A BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP BEING ILLUMINATED. IF THE PARK BRAKE WAS
POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

RECORD_ID: 371388
NHTSA Item Number: 10055783
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jul 17, 2014
Bulletin Number: TSB-14-0069
Date Posted: Apr 7, 2014
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: LINCOLN/MERCURY/FORD: THERE IS FLUID LEAKING AROUND THE TRANSMISSION BULKHEAD CONNECTOR SLEEVE, FROM THE TRANSMISSION. MODEL 2009-10 EXPEDITION, EXPLORER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC, F-150, NAVIGATOR, MOUNTAINEER. *PE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: WIRING

RECORD_ID: 369576
NHTSA Item Number: 10055318
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: May 8, 2014
Bulletin Number: ASI-44429
Date Posted: Mar 1, 2014
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: WIRING
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: FORD/MERCURY: TO PREVENT HARNESS DAMAGE, ON SOME VEHICLES, RESULTING IN CONTACT WITH TIRE OR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, PROPER ROUTING OF WIRING HARNESS FOR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR IS KEY. 2006-2010 EXPLORER, MOUNTAINEER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. *PE
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP: WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING

RECORD_ID: 369571
NHTSA Item Number: 10055318
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: May 8, 2014
Bulletin Number: ASI-44429
Date Posted: Mar 1, 2014
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP: WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: FORD/MERCURY: TO PREVENT HARNESS DAMAGE, ON SOME VEHICLES, RESULTING IN CONTACT WITH TIRE OR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, PROPER ROUTING OF WIRING HARNESS FOR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR IS KEY. 2006-2010 EXPLORER, MOUNTAINEER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. *PE
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR: ANTILOCK: WHEEL SPEED SENSOR

RECORD_ID: 369561
NHTSA Item Number: 10055318
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: May 8, 2014
Bulletin Number: ASI-44429
Date Posted: Mar 1, 2014
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR: ANTILOCK: WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: FORD/MERCURY: TO PREVENT HARNESS DAMAGE, ON SOME VEHICLES, RESULTING IN CONTACT WITH TIRE OR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, PROPER ROUTING OF WIRING HARNESS FOR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR IS KEY. 2006-2010 EXPLORER, MOUNTAINEER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. *PE
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: STORAGE: TANK ASSEMBLY: FILLER PIPE AND CAP

RECORD_ID: 357710
NHTSA Item Number: 10052803
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Sep 17, 2013
Bulletin Number: CSP-13N01
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2013
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: STORAGE: TANK ASSEMBLY: FILLER PIPE AND CAP
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: FORD: SEE SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON SOME VEHICLES, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATES SERVICE ENGINE SOON DUE TO LEAKAGE IN EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS (EVAP) SYSTEM, IF EASY FUEL CAPLESS FUEL FILL PIPE FLAP IS BENT ON PIVOTING AXIS.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

RECORD_ID: 315689
NHTSA Item Number: 10039053
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jul 7, 2011
Bulletin Number: AS-21769
Date Posted: Mar 1, 2011
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
POWER TRAIN

RECORD_ID: 315688
NHTSA Item Number: 10039053
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jul 7, 2011
Bulletin Number: AS-21769
Date Posted: Mar 1, 2011
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: POWER TRAIN
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE

RECORD_ID: 315687
NHTSA Item Number: 10039053
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jul 7, 2011
Bulletin Number: AS-21769
Date Posted: Mar 1, 2011
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR: ANTILOCK

RECORD_ID: 315686
NHTSA Item Number: 10039053
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jul 7, 2011
Bulletin Number: AS-21769
Date Posted: Mar 1, 2011
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR: ANTILOCK
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
AIR BAGS

RECORD_ID: 315083
NHTSA Item Number: 10038965
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jun 29, 2011
Bulletin Number: SIS-21841
Date Posted: Apr 1, 2011
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: AIR BAGS
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: COMM-TRANS LUND: SOME 2009-2011 MODELS MAY HAVE THE AIR BAG INICATOR FLASHING WITH A STORED TROUBLE CODE. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

RECORD_ID: 315082
NHTSA Item Number: 10038965
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jun 29, 2011
Bulletin Number: SIS-21841
Date Posted: Apr 1, 2011
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: COMM-TRANS LUND: SOME 2009-2011 MODELS MAY HAVE THE AIR BAG INICATOR FLASHING WITH A STORED TROUBLE CODE. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE

RECORD_ID: 257149
NHTSA Item Number: 10029565
Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A
Date Added: Jul 10, 2009
Bulletin Number: SB-20705
Date Posted: Mar 1, 2008
MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A
COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 2009
Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE
MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A
MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A
Summary: FORD/MERCURY: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO CRANK, CRANK NO START, DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOM, OR IDLE CONCERN WITH OR WITHOUT MIL ILLUMINATION/DTC'S DUE TO THE PCM ENGINE HARNESS CHAFFING AGAINST THE PCM MOUNTING BRACKET. *PE

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