2006 Ford F-150 Technical Service Bulletins

56 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2006 Ford F-150. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11005305Jul 24, 2024Wheels. This article supersedes TSB 22-2219 to update the Parts List and Service Procedure to clarify applicable steps by vehicle application. Some 2003-2020 Expedition/Navigator and 2006-2020 F-150 (non-Raptor) vehicles equipped with 4WD may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. This may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (IWE).
• 10235153Apr 4, 2023Body and structure. For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (VIN) from a different vehicle. Most modules on these affected vehicles are VIN/vehicle specific and hardware variations between modules do exist.
• 10214754Jun 21, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2003-2020 Expedition/Navigator and 2006-2020 F-150 (non-Raptor) vehicles equipped with 4WD may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. This may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (IWE). To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to remove and cap the vacuum supply line or to reprogram the transfer case control module (TCCM) and replace any worn…
• 10181917Oct 16, 2020Equipment, Wheels, Electrical system. Some 2003-2020 Expedition/Navigator and 2006-2020 F-150 vehicles equipped with TOD transfer cases may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. This may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (IWE). To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to remove and cap the vacuum supply line.
• 10177863Jul 13, 2020Body and structure. This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2000 and newer Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended.
• 10172885Feb 7, 2020Engine cooling. This SKU is an Oil Dipstick. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the dipstick tube. The dipstick tube inner diameter may be small enough that it prevents installation of the OE dipstick.
• 10165713Sep 2, 2019Electrical system. Some 2002-2008 F-Super Duty, F-150 and Mark LT vehicles may exhibit concern during or after programing the VSM. The programming may fail or vehicle symptoms such as inoperative door locks, dome lamps, door ajar indicators or auto lamps may occur after successful programing. To ensure the VSM is configured correctly, use the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) scan tool and select the blue ball and socket icon in the…
• 10165335Jul 16, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This SKU is a Transmission Oil Cooler Line. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for the port size being too large. If the port size is too large it will not fit the mating component which would prevent installation, and would therefore have no impact on the end user besides time to complete installation.
• 10156863Feb 7, 2019Body and structure, Equipment. Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition
• 10155551Feb 7, 2019Body and structure. Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition
• 10143079Jun 1, 2018Equipment, Engine. Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit symptoms that may include upper end engine noise, rough running, misfire and/or engine damage. If diagnosis leads to only camshaft/camshaft roller follower(s) requiring replacement, replace all of the camshaft roller followers on both banks/cylinder heads with part number 3L3Z-6564-A, not just the…
• 10109021Apr 24, 2017Electrical system. When ordering a 2005 to 2008 remanufactured 5.4L 3v or 6.8L 3v engine, spark plug boots may be provided in the packaging. Replace all black spark plug boots from the original engine with the 'brown' spark plug boots, as provided. The updated 'brown' spark plug boots are longer than the black boots to accommodate a running change in the spark plug length. The ignition coil bodies and spring/resistor are transferable…
• 10109070Sep 21, 2016Engine cooling, Engine. The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading these PIDs and cannot display quickly enough to validate a concern. The PCM automatically monitors these inputs more accurately and will set diagnostic trouble codes…
• 10092370Aug 16, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2004-2014 f-150 and 2006-2008 mark lt vehicles equipped with four-wheel drive (4wd) may exhibit noisy or engaged front hubs when operating in two-wheel drive (2wd) mode. Follow the service procedure steps to correct the condition.
• 10056148May 30, 2014Engine. Lincoln/ford: when driving from idle up to 1200 rpm, there may be an intermittent rattle noise coming from engine. 2004-2013 f-150, f-250, f-350, expedition, mark lt, navigator.
• 10048099Aug 1, 2012Engine, Electrical system. Ford/lincoln/mercury: may have sludge buildup in throttle body leading to less airflow or engine idling rpm fluctuation and hard starts or battery disconnect or dead battery after keep alive memory (kam) clear. Models 2003-05 thunderbird, 05-06 mustang, 06-08 fusion, 04-05 explorer, 05-06 expedition, 05-07 f-150; 2003-06 ls, 06 zephyr, 05-06 navigator; 06-08 milan.
• 10045340Jul 10, 2012Engine. Ford/lincoln/mercury: if battery was disconnected or dead, vehicles/trucks may experience hard starts and engine idle rpm fluctuation and exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0505, p0506, p2111 and p2112.
• 10039074Feb 1, 2011Air bags, Electrical system. Ford: there may be chaffing on a wire harness between the clockspring and driver airbag which cause the airbag warning light to come on.
• 10030866Aug 1, 2009Transmission and drivetrain. Ford truck service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. In the case of the roushcharger for the f-150, the trucks calibration enhancements has been developed to better accommodate regional variations in premium fuel quality. Even though not all f-150 roushcharged trucks will be affected by these variations. Csc letter was rec'd. *pe updated 4/12/10.
• 10029205Jun 1, 2009Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Ford/mercury/lincoln: vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following symptoms: drive away hesitation, loss of rpm on deceleration, difficulty starting, and/or idle rpm less than desired. The f53 motorhome chassis is included.
• 10026749Dec 12, 2008Transmission and drivetrain. Roush/ford: vehicles manufactured by roush with an intercooled roush charger have an opportunity for an upgrade to an enhanced pcm calibration. Not all f150 roushcharged vehicles will be affected by these variations. *pe updated 12/16/08.
• 10024865Apr 1, 2008Engine cooling. 1999-2008 7.3l/6.0l/6.4l/4.5l diesel f-super duty - clean the charge air cooler (cac) system after certain turbo or engine failures - service tip.
• 10024843Mar 1, 2008Brakes. Intermittent vehicle vibration--parking brake disengagement concerns.
• 10024828Mar 1, 2008Transmission and drivetrain. 4.6l/5.4l--mil p0506 and/or p0505--hesitation/loss of rpm/difficulty starting/low idle rpm.
• 10024324Feb 1, 2008Fuel system. Erratic fuel gauge operation - mil on --dtcs p040/p0463 or instrument cluster module dtc b1201--vehicles built before 12/3/2007.
• 10032238Oct 1, 2007Body and structure. Ford: some 2006-2008 f-150 lariat, xlt, and fx4 vehicles (excluding harley davidson and xl) may exhibit a whistle noise from the grille area when traveling at highway speeds of 65mph and greater. This may be the result of a possible gap between the top of the grille surround trim and the front edge of the hood.
• 10023943Oct 1, 2007Engine cooling. Some 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with a 4.6l 2v, 5.4l 2v, or 6.8l 2v engine--spark plug thread repair procedure--not covered under new vehicle limited warranty. *nj this includes f-53 motorhome chassis. Updated 2/23/10.
• 10023854Oct 1, 2007Steering. High pressure power steering line seepage-cold climates only (excluding heritage f-150).
• 10022279Jul 25, 2007Suspension. Rear axle tube fracture at center carrier.
• 10022160Jul 13, 2007Suspension. Vibration from the driveline at highway speeds.
• 10022655Jun 1, 2007Electrical system. Erratic fuel gauge operation mil/dtc p0460/1/2/3 and/or instrument cluster dtc b1201 or b1204 *nj updated 10/04/07.
• 10021178Mar 19, 2007Suspension. Shudder/vibration on moderate to hard acceleration.
• 10020676Dec 20, 2006Transmission and drivetrain. Un-commanded tcc apply on the 1-2 shift causing perception of hesitation and/or lack of power during shift.
• 10020386Sep 26, 2006Brakes. Brake line interference with hanger plates on 2006 hd ford models. Bllizzard snowplows.
• 10019799Apr 29, 2006Electrical system. Pids missing from diagnostic tools.
• 10019797Apr 28, 2006Body and structure. New door edge protector - built after 2/1/2006.
• 10020175Jan 1, 2006Transmission and drivetrain. 4x4 front differential bracket repair.
• 10019947Jan 1, 2006Transmission and drivetrain. Neutral tow capability - service kit requirements.
• 10019074Jan 1, 2006Electrical system. Vsm programming - service procedure update.
• 10018934Jan 1, 2006Other or unknown. Neutral tow capability -- service kit requirements.
• 10016794Jan 1, 2006Suspension. Shudder/vibration on moderate to hard acceleration.
• 10014256Jan 1, 2006Transmission and drivetrain. 1st order vibration from the driveline at highway speeds.
• 10014252Jan 1, 2006Steering. Vehicle/steering wheel vibration at 50 mph (80 km/h) or higher - steering wheel nibble at 65 mph (105 km/h) or higher.
• 10018745Nov 14, 2005Engine cooling. Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running.
• 10017807Oct 31, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. Service procedure for repair or replacement of column shift cable.
• 10017806Oct 31, 2005Engine cooling. Buck/jerk or surge - 6.0l vehicles built before 8/22/2005.
• 10018062Oct 7, 2005Engine cooling. Coolant degas bottle overflow.
• 10017813Oct 1, 2005Tires. 20 inch and 22 inch high performance tires may exhibit a vibration in steering wheel and/or seat while driving the vehicle after it has been parked for a few hours.
• 10017810Oct 1, 2005Engine cooling. Hard start, no start and/or other symptoms caused by a high pressure oil system leak - service tip.
• 10017809Oct 1, 2005Brakes. Trailer brake controller applications.

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