If you have a 2017 3.5 with the 10R80
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Looked up both of those TSB's. Mine was for 2017. The 2274 is for '18's, although it looks like the same procedure is done.
Need to check your build dates.
Need to check your build dates.
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Interesting.
A couple of points:
1) I have no idea why a dealership would push back against doing this....these are all covered by the factory warranty and all the dealer does is bill Ford. I would be surprised if they weren't happy you came in.
2) I have zero complaints - in fact...it's one of the best drive trains I've driven. The shift logic "learns" - doesn't it? I mean, if you get it re-flashed...how long before it's adjusted to your driving style?
A couple of points:
1) I have no idea why a dealership would push back against doing this....these are all covered by the factory warranty and all the dealer does is bill Ford. I would be surprised if they weren't happy you came in.
2) I have zero complaints - in fact...it's one of the best drive trains I've driven. The shift logic "learns" - doesn't it? I mean, if you get it re-flashed...how long before it's adjusted to your driving style?
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2018's have a TSB on the 10 speed... Of course my small Ford place couldn't find it yet. 5.0, 3.5 and 2.7 are all included. It is free under warranty.
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 2.7L/3.5L/5.0L Engine And 10R80 Transmission - Harsh/Bumpy Shift And/Or Engagement Concerns - Built On Or Before 15-May-2018
182274 07 September 2018
Model: Ford 2018 F-150
Issue: Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L, 3.5L or 5.0L engine and 10R80 automatic transmission and built on or before 15-May 2018 may exhibit harsh/bumpy upshift, downshift and/or engagement concerns. Action: Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition. 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
Description
Operation No.
Time
2018 F-150 2.7L/3.5L/5.0L: Reprogram The PCM (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations)
182274A 0.3 Hrs.
Repair/Claim Coding Causal Part: RECAL Condition Code: 04
Service Procedure
1. Check the vehicle build date. Was the vehicle built on or before 15-May-2018? (1). Yes - reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) using the latest version of the appropriate Ford scan tool. • NOTE: ADVISE THE CUSTOMER THAT THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH AN ADAPTIVE TRANSMISSION SHIFT STRATEGY WHICH ALLOWS THE VEHICLE'S COMPUTER TO LEARN THE TRANSMISSION'S UNIQUE PARAMETERS AND IMPROVE SHIFT QUALITY. WHEN THE ADAPTIVE STRATEGY IS RESET, THE COMPUTER WILL BEGIN A RE-LEARNING PROCESS. THIS RE-LEARNING PROCESS MAY RESULT IN FIRMER THAN NORMAL UPSHIFTS AND DOWNSHIFTS FOR SEVERAL DAYS. (2). No - this article does not apply. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01 for normal diagnostics.
© 2018 Ford Motor Company All rights reserved. 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
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 2.7L/3.5L/5.0L Engine And 10R80 Transmission - Harsh/Bumpy Shift And/Or Engagement Concerns - Built On Or Before 15-May-2018
182274 07 September 2018
Model: Ford 2018 F-150
Issue: Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L, 3.5L or 5.0L engine and 10R80 automatic transmission and built on or before 15-May 2018 may exhibit harsh/bumpy upshift, downshift and/or engagement concerns. Action: Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition. 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
Description
Operation No.
Time
2018 F-150 2.7L/3.5L/5.0L: Reprogram The PCM (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations)
182274A 0.3 Hrs.
Repair/Claim Coding Causal Part: RECAL Condition Code: 04
Service Procedure
1. Check the vehicle build date. Was the vehicle built on or before 15-May-2018? (1). Yes - reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) using the latest version of the appropriate Ford scan tool. • NOTE: ADVISE THE CUSTOMER THAT THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH AN ADAPTIVE TRANSMISSION SHIFT STRATEGY WHICH ALLOWS THE VEHICLE'S COMPUTER TO LEARN THE TRANSMISSION'S UNIQUE PARAMETERS AND IMPROVE SHIFT QUALITY. WHEN THE ADAPTIVE STRATEGY IS RESET, THE COMPUTER WILL BEGIN A RE-LEARNING PROCESS. THIS RE-LEARNING PROCESS MAY RESULT IN FIRMER THAN NORMAL UPSHIFTS AND DOWNSHIFTS FOR SEVERAL DAYS. (2). No - this article does not apply. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01 for normal diagnostics.
© 2018 Ford Motor Company All rights reserved. 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
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Maybe I had way early programming since my 2018 was an October 2017 build. I dunno. But I am really glad I asked the dealer to update the PCM.
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Mine was built the month before i bought it (was built in July 17, bought it in late august) and it shifted ok until it learned then it was just bad. This is way way better.
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I dropped my truck off last Friday for the seat belt tensioner recall and an oil change. I also asked my dealer to perform TSB 18-2274
My 2018 truck has a 10/2017 build date.
This TSB applies to trucks manufactured on or before May of 2018.
Holy Mother of God what a difference. I simply cannot believe how much better this thing shifts.
Ask your dealer SPECIFICALLY for TSB 18-2274
Edit: I complained about the crappy shifting, lunging from 1-3, weird rubber band type fall into gear from 3-4 or 3-5
TSB was performed for free.
My 2018 truck has a 10/2017 build date.
This TSB applies to trucks manufactured on or before May of 2018.
Holy Mother of God what a difference. I simply cannot believe how much better this thing shifts.
Ask your dealer SPECIFICALLY for TSB 18-2274
Edit: I complained about the crappy shifting, lunging from 1-3, weird rubber band type fall into gear from 3-4 or 3-5
TSB was performed for free.
When the dealer reprograms the transmission, does it have any affect on Forscan modifications? I would think they are only working in the TCM, but I wasn't sure if they just reflashed all the modules or not.
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My truck was built in May of 2017 I would imagine it's the same TSB as you had done?FWIW besides the lunge shifting from 1-3 and the occasional 4-5 hesitation it shifts pretty good otherwise!!
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Yes, mine was built then as well. Mine shifted good except for the same as yours.