Flex AWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Power Door Lock Actuator: All Technical Service Bulletins
Body - Power Locks Bounce/Cycle By Themselves
TSB 09-1-3
01/26/09
POWER DOOR LOCK BOUNCE OR CYCLES -
VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 9/22/2008
FORD:
2009 Flex
ISSUE
Some 2009 Flex vehicles built before 9/22/2008
may have door locks that exhibit a bounce or cycle
between unlock and lock. This usually occurs when
attempting to unlock the doors using the remote
keyless entry (RKE) transmitter or door lock
control switch, the suspect door lock returns to
the locked position.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the
condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Identify the suspect door lock and verify the
grommet location on its lock rod.
1.
Remove door trim panel from the affected door. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-05.
2.
Adjust the lock rod grommet so it's properly positioned approximately 1/4" (6 mm) away from the vertical portion of the rod for front doors, or
approximately 3/4" (19 mm) away for the rear new doors (Figure 1 Dimension X).
3.
Verify proper function of power lock after repair.
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.
OPERATION
DESCRIPTION
TIME
090103A
2009 Flex: Adjust Lock
0.3 Hr.
Rod Grommet, Includes
Time to Remove And
Install Interior Door Trim
Panel On One (1) Front
