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U0159

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U0159

What does this code mean?

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A code identifies a detected condition, not a part that must automatically be replaced.

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SSM 54420

FORD

Reported code forms U0159

Some 2023-2026 F-Super Duty vehicles built on or before 01-Oct-2025 may exhibit a "Hill Start Assist Unavailable" and/or "Parking Brake Limited Function" message at vehicle start-up with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)…

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SSM 54160

FORD

Reported code forms U0159

Some 2023-2025 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit a "Hill Start Assist Unavailable" and/or "Parking Brake Limited Function" message at vehicle start-up with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) U0151, U023A, U0159, and/or…

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SSM 53892

FORD

Reported code forms U0159

Some 2023-2025 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit a "Hill Start Assist Unavailable" and/or "Parking Brake Limited Function" message at vehicle start-up with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) U0151, U023A, U0159, and/or…

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SSM 53521

FORD

Reported code forms U0159:00

Some 2023-2025 F-Super Duty vehicles may set diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) U023A:00, U0159:00, and/or U0146:00 in the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module after the vehicle is remote started.

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SSM 51486

FORD

Reported code forms U0159:00

Some 2023 F-Super Duty vehicles may set diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) U023A:00, U0159:00, and/or U0146:00 in the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module after the vehicle is remote started. This may be due to the image…

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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-450 SD2026
FordF-450 SD2025
FordF-450 SD2024
FordF-450 SD2023

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