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P205B

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P205B

What does this code mean?

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TSB 23-2161

FORD

Reported code forms P205B

Some 2018-2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine, 2016-2022 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine, and 2017-2022 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine and built on or before…

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A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.

MakeModelModel year
FordF-7502021
FordF-7502018
FordF-7502017
FordF-7502016

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