Transit Connect L4-2.0L (2010)
Electronic Brake Control Module: Customer Interest
Brakes - Front Brake Pads Wear Prematurely
TSB 11-2-11
02/07/11
PREMATURE WEAR-NEW FRONT BRAKE PADS
FORD:
2010-2011 Transit Connect
This article supersedes TSB 11-2-3 to update the Service Procedure, Part List and Service Labor Time Standards.
ISSUE
Some 2010 and 2011 Transit Connect vehicles may exhibit premature front disc brake pad wear. A new brake pad has been released. Vehicles equipped
with AdvanceTrac® Stability Enhancement System will need to have the calibration updated, to match the new pad material.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Determine if the vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac(R) Stability Enhancement System. Turn the ignition key to the ON position and look for the
AdvanceTrac(R) Traction Control light in the Instrument Cluster. (Figure 1)
2. Is vehicle equipped with AdvanceTrac(R) Stability Enhancement System?
a. Yes - Vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac(R) Stability Enhancement System, proceed to Step 3.
b. No - Vehicle is not equipped with AdvanceTrac(R) Stability Enhancement System, proceed to Step 4.
3. Reprogram the ABS Module to the latest calibration using IDS release 71 .02A or later. Calibration files may also be obtained at the website.
Proceed to Step 4.
4. Replace the front disc brake pads. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-03.
5. Resur[ace/replace the front disc rotors, as necessary. Refer to Workshop Manual Section 206-03.
NOTE
BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS ARE COVERED FOR 12 MONTHS/28,968 KM (18,000 MILES) ONLY.
NOTE
RSC CALIBRATION UPDATE IS COVERED FOR 36 MONTHS/57,936 KM (36,000 MILES) ONLY.
NOTE
BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS IN CANADA ARE COVERED 12 MONTHS/20,000 KM AND RSC CALIBRATION IS COVERED 36
MONTHS/60,000 KM.
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
