NHTSA ID Number: 11028026
Manufacturer Communication Number: SC S4642 202601
TSB/Document Date: 2026-02-02
Summary
SC - Front Engine Accessory Drive Update.
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TSB/Document ID: SC S4642 202601
Replacement Service Bulletin Number:
MFR Communication Date: 2026-01-01
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version:
Communication Type: Service Campaign
NHTSA Components: ENGINE
MFR Component System:
MFR Component Subsystem:
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Service Campaign S4642
January 2026
Front Engine Accessory Drive Update
Release: 1
Technician Skill Level: A
Revision Note: 01/2026 Initial Release
Market: North America
Service Category: Service Department
Applicability: Please refer to VDA+
Section: Function Group 263
Description:
Vehicles were assembled with incorrect front-engine accessory drive (FEAD) components.
Concern:
Incorrect FEAD components can lead to premature failure of the accessory belts.
Action:
Use the instructions in this document to install the correct FEAD components.
Warranty Information
This repair is covered by an authorized Service Program. Reimbursement is obtained through the
normal claim handling process.
Claim Type (used only when uploading from the Dealer Bus. Sys.)
B
Labor Code
Description
Drive Belt, Belt Tensioner, and Idler Pulley,
Replacement (All)
Hours
3211-03-02-01
Alternator, Replacement
0.8
3218-03-02-05
Belt Tensioner, Alternator, Replacement
0.4
Main Code
2634-03-03-10
Causal Part
24390274
SCC Authorization Code
S4642
Expiration Date
January 31, 2027
0.7
Service Campaign S4642
January 2026
Front Engine Accessory Drive Update
Parts Information
Order using the normal process
Part Numbers
Part Names
Quantity
24170327
Idler Bracket (Fan Belt)
1
24390274
Idler Pully (Fan Belt)
1
24389899
Tensioner (Fan Belt)
1
24171422
Belt (Fan)
1
60112984
Socket Screw, tensioner (Fan Belt)
1
24147478
Alternator Bracket
1
24377136
Tensioner (Alternator Belt)
1
24428844
Alternator Belt
1
Repair Procedure
1. Park the vehicle on level surface.
2. Apply parking brake.
3. Place the transmission in park or neutral.
4. Turn off ignition.
5. Install wheel chocks.
Service Campaign S4642
January 2026
Front Engine Accessory Drive Update
6. Follow Impact Operation 2634-03-02-01 Fan Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement. Pause once the
fan drive belt and tensioner is removed. Discard removed tensioner and belt.
7. Follow Impact Operation 3211-03-02-01 Alternator Replacement. Pause once the alternator
belt and alternator are removed. Discard belt, Retain the alternator and mounting hardware
for reinstallation.
8. Remove and discard the alternator belt tensioner (Retain Mounting Bolt).
9. Remove and discard the alternator mounting bracket (Retain alternator bracket mounting
hardware).
10. Close the shut-off on the coolant filter housing.
Service Campaign S4642
January 2026
Front Engine Accessory Drive Update
11. Remove the coolant filter. Retain for reinstallation.
12. Remove screws (Retain hardware).
13. Remove and discard the bracket and idler pulley.
Service Campaign S4642
January 2026
Front Engine Accessory Drive Update
14. Install new bracket (PN-24170327).
15. Installed and torque retained screws.
Tightening torque
Idler Pulley Bracket, screws
60 ±10 Nm (44 ±7 lbf⋅ft)
16. Install and torque the new Idler pulley (PN-24390274).
Tightening torque
Idler Pulley, screw
50 ±5 Nm (37 ±4 lbf⋅ft)
Service Campaign S4642
January 2026
Front Engine Accessory Drive Update
17. Install and torque the new alternator bracket (PN-24147478) use retained hardware.
Tightening torque
60 ±10 Nm (44 ±7 lbf⋅ft)
Alternator Mounting Bracket, screws
18. Install and torque the new alternator belt tensioner (PN-24377136) (Use retained mounting
hardware).
Tightening torque
Belt tensioner, screw
48 ±8 Nm (35 ±6 lbf⋅ft)
19. Resume Impact Operation 3211-03-02-01 Alternator Replacement to install the retained
alternator and new alternator belt (PN-24428844).
20. Resume Impact Operation 2634-03-02-01 Fan Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement to install the
new fan drive belt tensioner (PN-24389899) using new hardware (PN-60112984) and belt (PN24171422).
Service Campaign S4642
January 2026
Front Engine Accessory Drive Update
21. Install retained coolant filter.
22. Open the shut-off on the coolant filter housing.
Service Campaign S4642
January 2026
Front Engine Accessory Drive Update
23. Remove wheel chocks.
24. Release truck.
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