Recalls/TSBs
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Recalls/TSBs
Forgive me if this is already answered elsewhere, but I couldn't seem to find it in my looking. From my reading here, it seems as if Ford service techs aren't always forthcoming with information regarding any TSBs, etc. to address known problems. What is the best way to ensure that any maintenance/fixes that NEED to be applied to a particular vehicle are - i.e. the steering/braking issue, front end "noise", etc? The build date on my truck is 7/00, and I haven't had anything other than scheduled maintenance performed on it. However, if there is something that I should have done to it, I want to know about it and be able to relay that information to the dealership to have the work completed.
TIA,
Jeff
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Y2K SD250 SC XLT, 4x4, 5.4L, Auto; SWB; Off Road Pkg; Towing Pkg; Torreador Red; Sliding Back Glass; Tinted Windows
Mods (minor so far):
Wish List:
TIA,
Jeff
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Y2K SD250 SC XLT, 4x4, 5.4L, Auto; SWB; Off Road Pkg; Towing Pkg; Torreador Red; Sliding Back Glass; Tinted Windows
Mods (minor so far):
- Westin step bars (black powdercoat)
- Bugflector II bug shield
- Pendaliner S/R bedliner
- Vent Shade Ventvisors
- GTS Slotted taillight covers
Wish List:
- Gibson SS exhaust
- Rolltop bedcover (probably Retrax)
- AirAid or K&N FIPK
- Grill guard
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If it is working fine, then nothing NEEDS to be done to it.
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) are just informative "bulletins" to assist techs in diagnosing and repairing problems. Basically, a tech (factory or dealer) "fixes" a problem and submits the "instructions" to Ford. Then factory engineers verify that the "fix" does, in fact, work. If it does work, a bulletin is sent out notifying service techs that this may be the solution to a problem.
TSBs are issued for other reasons, too. Some that I have seen are just to "train" technicians on how to disassemble/reassemble some part that has changed during a production run. Others have "updated" specifications for tightening bolts or aligning wheels.
Now, IF you are having a problem that is addressed by a TSB, then you can bring that TSB to the tech's attention. However, it may or may not actually "fix" your problem. So, by going in armed with TSBs, it's possible that you can actually delay the repair process by leading the tech in a wrong direction.
Finally, neither Ford nor the service center (dealership) are required to perform any "TSB". Recalls are a different thing altogether.
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) are just informative "bulletins" to assist techs in diagnosing and repairing problems. Basically, a tech (factory or dealer) "fixes" a problem and submits the "instructions" to Ford. Then factory engineers verify that the "fix" does, in fact, work. If it does work, a bulletin is sent out notifying service techs that this may be the solution to a problem.
TSBs are issued for other reasons, too. Some that I have seen are just to "train" technicians on how to disassemble/reassemble some part that has changed during a production run. Others have "updated" specifications for tightening bolts or aligning wheels.
Now, IF you are having a problem that is addressed by a TSB, then you can bring that TSB to the tech's attention. However, it may or may not actually "fix" your problem. So, by going in armed with TSBs, it's possible that you can actually delay the repair process by leading the tech in a wrong direction.
Finally, neither Ford nor the service center (dealership) are required to perform any "TSB". Recalls are a different thing altogether.