Ecoboost engine misfire (spark plug) TSB
07-24-2015, 02:43 PM
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Ecoboost engine misfire (spark plug) TSB
I just got my spark plugs replaced and left the dealer with a major misfire. It was worse with the new plugs than when I initially took the truck in. Turns out there is a TSB which replaces the spark plug boots. The TSB number is 14-0180 and it would apply to vehicles built before 6-15-13. Note, this TSB calls for only the coil boots and plugs to be changed. NOT THE COILS! Some dealers have been stabbing in 6 new coils which will price out in the $700 range! Please notice that this is covered under the emissions warranty, so you can be out of powertrain warranty and still get the repair free of charge.
Engine Misfire Symptoms Accompanied by Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305 and/or P0306 – 2011-2013 Ford F-150
TSB 14-0180
3.5L GTDI – ENGINE IGNITION MISFIRE – BUILT ON OR BEFORE 6/15/2013
The article supersedes TSB 14-0160 to update the base warranty causal part number.
ISSUE:
Some 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles built on or before 6/15/2013 and equipped with a 3.5L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) engine may exhibit various engine misfire symptoms accompanied by diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305 and/or P0306 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM).
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Does normal diagnosis in the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual lead to spark plug inspection?
Yes – proceed to step 2.
No – this article does not apply. Continue with normal diagnosis.
Remove the spark plug from the affected cylinder. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-07.
Inspect the spark plug for signs of carbon tracking. Is carbon tracking evident? (Figures 1 and 2)
Figure 1 - 14-0180
Figure 1 – 14-0180
Figure 2 - 14-0180
Figure 2 – 14-0180
Yes – replace all six spark plugs and spark plug coil boots. Refer to WSM, Section 303-07.
No – this article does not apply. Refer to PC/ED manual for normal diagnosis.
PART NUMBER PART NAME
BL3Z-12A402-A Coil Boot (Req 6)
CYFS-12-YT3 Spark Plug (Req 6)
XG-3-A Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound
WARRANTY STATUS
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage.
Engine Misfire Symptoms Accompanied by Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305 and/or P0306 – 2011-2013 Ford F-150
TSB 14-0180
3.5L GTDI – ENGINE IGNITION MISFIRE – BUILT ON OR BEFORE 6/15/2013
The article supersedes TSB 14-0160 to update the base warranty causal part number.
ISSUE:
Some 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles built on or before 6/15/2013 and equipped with a 3.5L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) engine may exhibit various engine misfire symptoms accompanied by diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305 and/or P0306 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM).
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Does normal diagnosis in the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual lead to spark plug inspection?
Yes – proceed to step 2.
No – this article does not apply. Continue with normal diagnosis.
Remove the spark plug from the affected cylinder. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-07.
Inspect the spark plug for signs of carbon tracking. Is carbon tracking evident? (Figures 1 and 2)
Figure 1 - 14-0180
Figure 1 – 14-0180
Figure 2 - 14-0180
Figure 2 – 14-0180
Yes – replace all six spark plugs and spark plug coil boots. Refer to WSM, Section 303-07.
No – this article does not apply. Refer to PC/ED manual for normal diagnosis.
PART NUMBER PART NAME
BL3Z-12A402-A Coil Boot (Req 6)
CYFS-12-YT3 Spark Plug (Req 6)
XG-3-A Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound
WARRANTY STATUS
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage.
02-23-2016, 08:17 PM
#4
Heres a question I got for all you guys. I had the misfire happen to me and it went in for the service and the service tech told me the plugs should all be replaced (except cylinder 3 as it was replaced about a year ago for the shudder) as they have carbon on them and the Gapping was 45-60. I had cylinder 3 plug done for free threw the warranty (at 45,000) and today charged me for the remaining five. Best part is my warranty status hasn't changed. originally they told me that 50,000 was premature to replace them. I want to know why I was charged as I fall under this tsb and I got the one under the power train warranty
02-23-2016, 11:26 PM
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No idea why you were charged. You will have to take it up with the service manager.
For 30$ and about an hour of your time you can do it yourself. Plugs should be changed often in the ecoboost. 25-50k miles and gapped at .030
Also if you haven't already done it, drill the weep hole in your intercooler. It will help with the shudder issue.
For 30$ and about an hour of your time you can do it yourself. Plugs should be changed often in the ecoboost. 25-50k miles and gapped at .030
Also if you haven't already done it, drill the weep hole in your intercooler. It will help with the shudder issue.
02-24-2016, 08:35 AM
#6
No idea why you were charged. You will have to take it up with the service manager.
For 30$ and about an hour of your time you can do it yourself. Plugs should be changed often in the ecoboost. 25-50k miles and gapped at .030
Also if you haven't already done it, drill the weep hole in your intercooler. It will help with the shudder issue.
For 30$ and about an hour of your time you can do it yourself. Plugs should be changed often in the ecoboost. 25-50k miles and gapped at .030
Also if you haven't already done it, drill the weep hole in your intercooler. It will help with the shudder issue.
I originally was going to do it myself as they are easy except I am in a pinch right now but that's not the point. I am waiting to hear what BS FORD tells me today but since this is and ERRor on there part they should cover it. I mean that's like me going to a customers home in my job and installing a defective part, I'd either have to fix it on my expense or get sued
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02-24-2016, 03:20 PM
#8
I have it all taken care of,,, i just dont understand why i had the shudder taken care of last year for free an this yr i had the spark plugs (part 2) taken care of at $200 out of pocket when nothing changed on my warranty status???? I want to know why some got it for free as ford told me to pound sand today >:o
02-24-2016, 04:43 PM
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