Ok, so i have finally broken down and have to take the truck into the dealership for a little work. I never ever use the AC, but with it being in the mid 90's here in Michigan i cannot stand it. Here is the problem if i have it on regular MAX AC not feeding from air in the cab it does not get cool at all, no matter how long i have it on. But if i hit the little button with well i dont really know how to describe it, but you know what i mean that takes the air from inside the cab it gets cool after a while.

My second problem is that all my emblems are peeling. The third thing is it is hesitating really bad on the interstate and what not.

Is there anything else i should have them look at? Its an '05 purchased in August.

Thanks for the help!

 

So if it was bult before 11/04 have them to the front break TSB.

 

does anyone have the 04 front brake TSB?
THanks!

 

My truck has a 07/05 production date, and the brakes were covered under the warranty as well!!!

 

ditto on the request for the TSB number please.

 

Anyone with this info?

 

I wrote this down last time this came up, hope it's the right #
tsb 05-06-21

 

TSB
05-21-19 FRONT BRAKE ROUGHNESS - SHUDDER WHILE BRAKING

Publication Date: October 17, 2005

FORD: 2004-2005 F-150


This article supersedes TSB 05-06-21 to add new parts and update Service Procedure.

ISSUE:
Some 2004/2005 F-150 vehicles built before 11/29/2004 may exhibit front brake roughness and or shudder while braking.

ACTION:
Service the rack and pinion, rotors, and caliper assemblies as needed, based on vehicle build date and current part levels installed on the vehicle. Refer to the following Service Procedure.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

Vehicles built prior to 8/20/2003 require the replacement of the rack and pinion assembly if it has not been replaced. Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 206-03 and 211-02.
Determine if the vehicle has the old or new level rotors (Figure 1).


Figure 1 - Article 05-21-19


If old level rotors, replace the front rotors and front caliper assemblies. Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 206-00 for front rotor and caliper replacement.
NOTE: WHEN REPLACING THE ROTORS ON 4X2 UNITS, A NEW SPINDLE NUT IS REQUIRED.



If new level (47 fin) rotors are present, perform one (1) of the following:
If rotors are within minimum thickness specifications, machine the rotors using the Rotunda on vehicle brake lathe and the Rotunda adapter kit 201-R0093. Refer to the Workshop Manual, Section 206-00 for the correct on-vehicle brake lathe procedure.
If rotors are beyond machinable thickness, the front rotors must be replaced.
Install new service fix calipers.
NOTE: REPLACE CALIPERS WITH NEW SERVICE FIX CALIPER ASSEMBLIES BY REMOVING THE CALIPERS AT THE KNUCKLES. THE SERVICE REPLACEMENT CALIPERS WILL BE PRE-ASSEMBLED WITH ANCHOR, SPRINGS, AND PADS. THE CALIPERS SHOULD BE INSTALLED AS A UNIT WITHOUT DISASSEMBLY.




PART NUMBER PART NAME
6L3Z-2B120-A Caliper Asy (Right Side)
6L3Z-2B121-A Caliper Asy (Left Side)
5L3Z-1102-AB Rotor (4X2, 6 Lug)
5L3Z-1102-BA Rotor (4X2, 7 Lug)
5L3Z-1125-AA Rotor (4X4, 6 Lug)
5L3Z-1125-BA Rotor (4X4, 7 Lug)
6L3Z-3504-AA Steering Gear (Super Cab/Crew 4X2)
6L3Z-3504-BA Steering Gear (Super Cab/Crew 4X4)
6L3Z-3504-CA Steering Gear (Regular Cab 4X2)
6L3Z-3504-DA Steering Gear (Regular Cab 4X4)
6L3Z-3C294-AA Retainer Spindle Nut


WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage

Front Brake Calipers, Replace Rotors (Do Not Use With 3504A, 2000A, 2001BFA, 2001B2P, 2001B2PT, 2001B5F, 2001B5FT, 2001B8F, 2001B8FT) 0.9 Hr.

DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE
2b120 42

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Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company

 

So i should get this done? Im a little confused, the problem is shuttering during braking? I have not noticed anything like that, but i have noticed a lot of brake dust on the rims, even though i clean them every other week, its rediculous how much is produced.

P.S. Thanks guys for the info!

 

Because you'll get a new warranty with the brake service. My build was before 8/20/03 so I had shudder while breaking. The shudder didn't start until about 12000 mi. I had quite a bit of brake dust on front rotors. Since the upgrade, I've had very little dust.

I've got a 04 F150 screw 5.4

Another concern I have is when I did the upgrade at 21000 miles, the dealer also check my rear brakes and said they were worn out. Which makes no sense because I don't tow. Rears normally last sometimes 2-3 times longer than fronts. Before the upgrade my front pads still had 40%.

Anyway the brakes are good now even though I have allot of nose dive. I not going to complain because when I did the last time, the dealer adjusted the nose dive out thus causing the rear pads to wear out.

 

lol, im at 13,000 some odd miles right now. i think ill wait at least until 15,000 to take it back to them. i dont want to wear out my welcome at this dealership like i did the last one since this one is closer to my house.

Thanks for the info though! I dont understand WHY there is SO MUCH brake dust on the front pads. I can wash and detail the truck, scrubbing the front rims, etc and after a day of just farting around going to home depot etc tey can be coated with dust again.

 

Do a search on "brake dust" and you will find where many of us have changed the front pads to eliminate or greatly reduce the dust problem.