NHTSA ID Number: 11032750
Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 26-2241
TSB/Document Date: 2026-05-18
Summary
This bulletin supersedes 25-2587. Reason For Update: update the Parts list to add the F-clutch friction plates HL3Z-7B164-D
and the F-clutch steel plates PR3Z-7B164-A for the proper vehicle lines, replace the transfer case mounting bolt part number from W714288-S438 to W714288-S437, update the part number W720688-S439 quantity from 2 to 1, update the part number ML3Z-7869-C claim quantity from 2 to 1 (only if necessary), update the description of CXT-10-LV6 and XT-10-QLVC by adding "transfer case fluid, 4WD only", move HL3Z-7A191-B and L1MZ-7F396-A fluid pan gaskets to the parts to inspect and replace list, and remove TL1Z-6775-A self adhesive heat shield from the F-150/Expedition/Navigator parts list as it is not a discard item. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: * Harsh 3-4, 4-5 upshifts * Harsh 5-3, 4-3 downshifts * Harsh reverse engagements These symptoms may be worse when cold. This may be due to the F clutch friction plates brinelling into the clutch and planetary container cylinder (7B177).
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Harsh Shifts Between 3rd And 5th Gears And/Or Harsh Reverse
Engagement, Symptoms Worse When Cold
26-2241
15 May 2026
This bulletin supersedes 25-2587. Reason for update: update the Parts list to add the F-clutch friction plates HL3Z7B164-D and the F-clutch steel plates PR3Z-7B164-A for the proper vehicle lines, replace the transfer case mounting
bolt part number from W714288-S438 to W714288-S437, update the part number W720688-S439 quantity from 2 to
1, update the part number ML3Z-7869-C claim quantity from 2 to 1 (only if necessary), update the description of
CXT-10-LV6 and XT-10-QLVC by adding "transfer case fluid, 4WD only", move HL3Z-7A191-B and L1MZ-7F396-A
fluid pan gaskets to the parts to inspect and replace list, and remove TL1Z-6775-A self adhesive heat shield from the
F-150/Expedition/Navigator parts list as it is not a discard item.
Model:
Ford
2022-2024 Expedition
Built on 16-Aug-2022 and through 23-Sep-2024
Transmission: 10R80
2022-2024 Explorer
Built on 16-Aug-2022 and through 23-Sep-2024
Transmission: 10R80 / 10R80 MHT
2022-2024 F-150
Built on 16-Aug-2022 and through 23-Sep-2024
Transmission: 10R80 / 10R80 MHT
2022-2024 Mustang
Built on 16-Aug-2022 and through 23-Sep-2024
Transmission: 10R80
2022-2023 Ranger
Built on 16-Aug-2022 and through 23-Sep-2024
Transmission: 10R80
2022-2024 Transit
Built on 16-Aug-2022 and through 23-Sep-2024
Transmission: 10R80
Lincoln
2022-2023 Aviator
Built on 16-Aug-2022 and through 23-Sep-2024
Transmission: 10R80 / 10R80 MHT
2022-2024 Navigator
Built on 16-Aug-2022 and through 23-Sep-2024
Transmission: 10R80
Markets: North American markets only
Issue: Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions:
• Harsh 3-4, 4-5 upshifts
• Harsh 5-3, 4-3 downshifts
• Harsh reverse engagements
These symptoms may be worse when cold. This may be due to the F clutch friction plates brinelling into the clutch
and planetary container cylinder (7B177).
Action: For vehicles that meet all of the criteria in the Issue and Model statements, follow the Service Procedure to
replace the F clutch steel plates, the F clutch friction plates and the clutch and planetary container cylinder (7B177).
Parts - All Vehicles - Clutch And Planetary Assembly Cylinder
Service Part
Number
Claim
Quantity
PC3Z-7B177-A
1
4
PR3Z-7E313-A
4
Description
Note
Clutch And Planetary Container Cylinder
F Clutch Friction Plates
All Vehicles Except 2023-2024
Transit, 2024 F-150
F Clutch Friction Plates
2023-2024 Transit, 2024 F-150
4
F Clutch Steel Plates
All Vehicles Except 2024 Mustang,
5.0L
PR3Z-7B164-A
4
F Clutch Steel Plates
2024 Mustang, 5.0L
1
10R80
1
Front Support To Case Seal
10R80
4
Sun Gear No. 3 Shaft Seals (F7)
LC3Z-7H223-AA
12
Front Support Bolt Seals
1
Input Shaft Seal (F9)
5
Input Shaft Seals (F2)
HL3Z-7G091-G
5
Input Shaft To Sun Gear No. 3 Shaft Seals
(F8)
1
1
Park Override Lever Bolt (If Equipped)
2
Solenoid Retaining Plate Bolts
6
Shift Solenoid Retainers
CPM-4-A
As Needed
Motorcraft® Brake Parts Cleaner - Low
VOC Compliant
Canada Only
As Needed
Motorcraft® Brake Parts Cleaner - Low
VOC Compliant
All Markets Except Canada
As Needed
Motorcraft® Brake Parts Cleaner - High
VOC Compliant
All Markets Except Canada
XL-5-A
As Needed
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
All Markets
As Needed
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic
Transmission Fluid
All Markets
Auxiliary Pump Tube Seal
10R80
Non Hybrid Vehicles, Equipped With
Auto Start/Stop
Parts - All Vehicles - Clutch And Planetary Assembly Cylinder - Parts To Inspect And Replace Only If
Necessary
Service Part
Number
Claim Quantity
Description
Note
HL3Z-7A098-A Only If Necessary
Fluid Filter
(Up To 1)
Expedition/Navigator/Mustang/Ranger/Explorer/F-150
Non-Hybrid
HL3Z-7A191-B Only If Necessary
Fluid Pan Gasket
(Up To 1)
10R80
7T4Z-7Z302-A Only If Necessary
Fluid Filter Seal
(Up To 1)
HL3Z-7J227-A Only If Necessary Auxiliary Pump
(Up To 1)
Tube O-ring
10R80
L1MZ-7F396A
10R80 MHT
Only If Necessary
Fluid Pan Gasket
(Up To 1)
HL3Z-7B066-A Only If Necessary F Clutch Pressure
(Up To 1)
Plate
L1MZ-7A098B
Only If Necessary
Fluid Filter
(Up To 1)
10R80 MHT
LK4Z-7G186B
Only If Necessary
Fluid Filter
(Up To 1)
Transit Vehicles
Parts - All Vehicles - Select One Of The Following If Needed
Service Part Number Claim Quantity Description
1
F Clutch Snap Ring 1.5 mm Selective
1
F Clutch Snap Ring 1.7 mm Selective
1
F Clutch Snap Ring 1.9 mm Selective
1
F Clutch Snap Ring 2.1 mm Selective
1
F Clutch Snap Ring 2.3 mm Selective
Parts - All Vehicles - Main Control Valve Body Overhaul - Parts To Inspect And Replace Only If Necessary
Service Part
Number
Claim Quantity
Description
Note
Only If Necessary (Up
To 1)
Valve Body Channel
Plate
JL3Z-7Z490-F
Only If Necessary (Up
To 1)
Valve Body Separator
Plate
Ranger
Only If Necessary (Up
To 1)
Valve Body Separator
Plate
Transit/Explorer, 10R80/ 2024 Mustang
L1MZ-7Z490-N
Only If Necessary (Up
To 1)
Valve Body Separator
Plate
Explorer (Non-Police Interceptor) , 10R80
MHT
L1MZ-7Z490-P
Only If Necessary (Up
To 1)
Valve Body Separator
Plate
Explorer Police Interceptor, 10R80MHT
L1MZ-7Z490-M
Only If Necessary (Up
To 1)
Valve Body Separator
Plate
F-150/Expedition/Navigator, 10R80
Only If Necessary (Up
To 1)
Valve Body Separator
Plate
2022-2023 Mustang
ML3Z-7Z490-C
Only If Necessary (Up
To 1)
Valve Body Separator
Plate
F-150, 10R80 MHT
Parts - Additional Parts For F-150
Service Part
Number
Claim Quantity
N800594S100
4 Or 8 Pieces (Flange
Dependent)
PL3Z-5C226A
1 piece required for 10R80
MHT, 2 pieces required for
10R80
RL3Z-6L612B
1
W722614S900
2
W520514S440
2 pieces required for 2.7L
engine, 4 pieces required for
3.5L/5.0L engine
W705443S900
4
W721940S900
2
W722770S900
2
W714717S439
2
W520113S440
4
Description
Note
Driveshaft Flange To Flange Bolts
8 Pieces For 4 Bolt Style
Transmission Yoke
Exhaust Gasket
2.7/3.5L Engine
Exhaust Manifold Gasket
10R80 MHT
2024 F-150, 2.7L Engine
Catalytic Converter Nuts
All 2022-2023 F150,
2024 F-150 With 5.0L
Engine
Catalytic Converter Nuts
2024 F-150, 2.7L/3.5L
Engine
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MFR Communication Date: 2026-05-18
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