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P018C

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P018C

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SSM 51247

FORD

Reported code forms P018C

Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). These DTCs may include P04F0, P008A, P0451, P0455,…

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SSM 51132

FORD

Reported code forms P018C

Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). These DTCs may include P04F0, P008A, P0451, P0455,…

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SSM 50348

FORD, LINCOLN

Reported code forms P018C

Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTC). These DTCs may include P04F0, P008A, P0451, P0455, P0456, P0496 and/or P018C. This may be due to the…

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PIT5677E

CHEVROLET, GMC

Reported code forms P018C

This Preliminary information communicates the following issues and directs dealership to inspect the engine harness for shorting. Some customers may comment on any of the following concerns: - SES MIL - No Start - No…

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PIT5677C

CHEVROLET, GMC

Reported code forms P018C

This Preliminary information communicates the following issues and directs dealership to inspect the engine harness for shorting. Some customers may comment on any of the following concerns: - SES MIL - No Start - No…

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SSM 48397

FORD, LINCOLN

Reported code forms P018C

Some 2013-2015 Fusion/MKZ/Escape/MKC with a 1.6L GTDI, 1.5L GTDI, or 2.0L GTDI may exhibit a lack of power, loss of power, or stall when placed in gear with DTCs P00C6, P0087, P008A, P008B, P018C, or P018D. If normal…

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MakeModelModel year
ChevroletSILVERADO 15002021
ChevroletSILVERADO 15002020
ChevroletSILVERADO 15002019
FordESCAPE2015
FordESCAPE2014
FordEXPLORER2022
FordEXPLORER2021
FordEXPLORER2020
FordFUSION2015
FordFUSION2014
FordFUSION2013
GMCSIERRA 15002021
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