2011 TSB Thread

[Big Stig]

TSB 11-8-4 6r80 transmissions - fluid leak from bell housing - built on or after 4/15/2011 through 6/8/2011

Hey, I just wanted to say thanks for posting these TSB's. I really appreciate that you take the time to make them available to all of us.

 

[tmcolegr]

TSB 11-9-15

5.0L ENGINE - METALLIC RATTLE OR SCRATCHING TYPE NOISE FROM FRONT OF LEFT HAND CYLINDER HEAD AT IDLE - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 3/31/2011

FORD:
2011 Mustang
2012 Mustang
2011 F-150

ISSUE:
Some 2011 F-150 and 2011-2012 Mustang vehicles (excluding Boss) built on or before 3/31/2011 and equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit an intermittent metallic rattle or scratching type noise in the area at the front of the left hand (driver side) cylinder head at idle with the engine at operating temperature.

ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

SERVICE PROCEDURE





NOTE: NOISE IS NOT A TYPICAL UPPER ENGINE TICK OR TAPPING NOISE.

1. With the vehicle in park, start the engine and operate at idle allowing the engine to warm to normal operating temperature.
2. Using a mechanic's stethoscope or EngineEAR, evaluate area at front of left hand (driver side) cylinder head for metallic rattle or scratching type noise. Stethoscope or EngineEAR probe should be placed in the areas shown. (Figures 1 and 2)
3. Is the noise heard in the areas shown? (Figures 1 and 2)
   
   
   
   
   Figure 1 - Article 11-9-15
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Figure 2 - Article 11-9-15
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   (Place stethoscope on cylinder head oil galley.)
   1. Yes - Replace the left hand primary tensioner and the left hand timing chain tensioner arm using the kit part number provided in this article. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-01C, Camshaft-Left Hand , for removal and installation procedure.
   2. No - Do not continue with this article. Perform normal diagnostics. Refer to WSM, Section 303-00.
      NOTE:FAILURE TO REPLACE BOTH THE PRIMARY TENSIONER AND TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER ARM MAY RESULT IN OVERLOADING OF THE TIMING CHAIN AND UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD LEAD TO TIMING CHAIN FAILURE.

PART NUMBER PART NAME
BR3Z-6L266-AA Chain Tensioner Kit
ZC-30 Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover
ZC-31-A Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep
TA-30 Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket and Sealant
BR3Z-8255-A Thermostat Seal
F1VY-8507-A Water Pump Gasket
BR3Z-6A340-A Crankshaft Bolt
BR3Z-6020-B Front Cover Gasket Left
BR3Z-6020-C Front Cover Gasket Center
BR3Z-6020-D Front Cover Gasket Right
BR3Z-6584-A Left Hand Valve Cover Gasket
BR3Z-6584-D Right Hand Valve Cover Gasket
BR3Z-8620-AA/C Stretchy Belt

 

[Sky Render]

Hmm, I wonder if this could be the "ticking" noise some people have been complaining about...

 

[Godzirra]

Is there a tsb out for a leaking differential? It's leaking from the side of mine where the axle goes out. This isn't normal is it?

 

[DarkTrak]

Is there a tsb out for a leaking differential? It's leaking from the side of mine where the axle goes out. This isn't normal is it?

If its just damp on the axle tube, on the drivers(?) side by the vent, thats nothing to be concerned with. Especially if you drive spirited....

 

[Godzirra]

If its just damp on the axle tube, on the drivers(?) side by the vent, thats nothing to be concerned with. Especially if you drive spirited....

Yea its fairly damp looking on the drivers side of the diff but it's def coming out where the axle tube is. Axle tube itself is pretty damp. I mean it wasn't dripping out or anything but there was probably enough to make a drop where the axle tube meets the diff.

I guess you can say I drive pretty spirited. The car has seen close to 30 full throttle launches on MT ET Streets...and I haven't even got enough miles for the first oil change yet lol. No whines or anything weird yet.

 

[DarkTrak]

Yeah prob an issue

 

[tmcolegr]

Grunt/creak/chirp/squeak noise from the front lower control arm over bumps - built on

Tsb 11-10-17

 

[tmcolegr]

Recaro seats - trim bezel loose - built on or before 5/9/2011

Tsb 11-10-18

 

[whitemach]

^^^^^^^ i cant read any of those???

 

[tmcolegr]

^^^^^^^ i cant read any of those???

Do you have Adobe Reader installed on your PC?

 

[tmcolegr]

Mt82 manual 6-speed transmission cold start shift effort - built on or before 8/15/20

TSB 11-11-1

 

[tmcolegr]

Tsb 11-11-11

Automatic transmission - 2-3 and 4-5 upshift harsh- flare - harsh or delayed reverse engagement - built on or before 12/20/2010

 

[apd252]

Just curious. For the cold shifting problem. Would anyone remove an aftermarket shifter and bracket, replace with stock, before going in for the tsb on it?

 

[Seer]

Just curious. For the cold shifting problem. Would anyone remove an aftermarket shifter and bracket, replace with stock, before going in for the tsb on it?

I would.

 

[Rob72]

Just curious. For the cold shifting problem. Would anyone remove an aftermarket shifter and bracket, replace with stock, before going in for the tsb on it?

My car has 2k miles on it and that cold shift tsb fluid change didn't do much if any for my car. IMO I'd use the time spent installing the stock shifter back in the car on switching the fluid yourself with a high quality synthetic gear lube. And you won't have to worry about the dealer putting a new scratch on your car.

 

[apd252]

My car has 2k miles on it and that cold shift tsb fluid change didn't do much if any for my car. IMO I'd use the time spent installing the stock shifter back in the car on switching the fluid yourself with a high quality synthetic gear lube. And you won't have to worry about the dealer putting a new scratch on your car.

Already have changed multiple times. I have used rp max gear, syncromax, redline lightweight shockproof . All results were the same as if I didnt change at all except the syncromax but, I was told by many that it was to thin so, I changed it out for the redline.

I figure if I get it to the dealer for the cold shifting problem and if the fix doesnt work then I will keep bitching till its fixed. Its cheaper then me changing fluid all the time to find a fix.

 

[yellowrubiu]

Just curious. For the cold shifting problem. Would anyone remove an aftermarket shifter and bracket, replace with stock, before going in for the tsb on it?

I had the TSB done with the JHR bracket installed, no grief from my dealer. I've since installed the MGW shifter.

 

[apd252]

I had the TSB done with the JHR bracket installed, no grief from my dealer. I've since installed the MGW shifter.

Did them performing the tsb help?

 

[Seer]

Did them performing the tsb help?

redline mtl seemed to solve my 11 gt's shifting issues and you know my car did not have an easy life.