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).
2
4
Driveshaft Flange To Pinion Flange Bolts
4
Driveshaft Flange To Transmission Flange Bolts
W714780-S439
4
6
Torque Converter Nuts
BE8Z-6731-AB
1
4WD Vehicles Only
3
CV Joint To Transfer Case & Pinion Flange Bolts &
Retaining Straps
4WD Vehicles Only
9
Transfer Case Bolts
4WD Vehicles Only
4
Transmission Support Insulator Bolts
4WD Vehicles Only
Selector Lever Cable Bracket Bolts
For Vehicles Equipped With
Two Piece Driveshaft
Driveshaft Center Bearing Bolts
As Needed Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission
Fluid (All Markets Except Canada)
Transfer Case Fluid, 4WD
Only
As Needed Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission
Fluid (Canada Only)
Transfer Case Fluid, 4WD
Only
CXO-5W30LSP6
As Needed
XO-5W30Q1SP
As Needed
As Needed Motorcraft® Brake Parts Cleaner (Not Compliant With
Low Volatile Organic Compound Requirements)
All Markets Except Canada
XL-2
As Needed Motorcraft® High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize
Lubricant
All Markets
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil
Canada Only
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
All Markets Except Canada
Parts - Ranger - Parts To Inspect And Replace Only If Necessary
Service Part Number Claim Quantity
Description
Only If Necessary (Up To 4) Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Seals
Only If Necessary (Up To 2) Engine Block Dowel Pins
Parts - Additional Parts For Explorer/Aviator
Service Part
Number
Claim Quantity
L1MZ-6L612B
1
W719699S442
2
W714265S442
4
W520214S440
1
W719431S439
3
W721083S439
4
Description
Note
Catalytic Converter Gasket
Explorer/Aviator, 3.0L Engine
Catalytic Converter Nuts
Explorer/Aviator, 3.0L Engine
Catalytic Converter Nuts
3.3L Engine
Transmission Mount Nut
Transmission Mount Bolts
Transmission Crossmember Bolts
W700714S437
2
W709653S303
4
W715618S437
Selector Lever Cable Bracket Bolts
Explorer Police Interceptor
Vehicles
Plastic Skid Bar Rivets
Explorer Police Interceptor
Vehicles
6 pieces (3.0L engine),
4 pieces (All Other
Torque Converter Nuts
Variants)
W721084S439
2
W719413S439
2
W719511S439
3
W717822S439
2
W720545S442
2
W715131S442
2
W500213S442
1
W716375S900
8
L1MZ-3B478A
1
1
LB5Z-3B498A
1
L1MZ-4A015B
1
Rear Subframe Bolts
Explorer/Aviator, 3.0L Engine
Middle Subframe Bolts
Explorer/Aviator, 3.0L Engine
Driveshaft Flex Coupling To Transfer
Case/Transmission Flange Bolts
Driveshaft Center Bearing Bracket Bolts
Transmission Cooler Tube Bracket Bolt
Explorer Police Interceptor
Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket
Bolt
Explorer (Except Police
Interceptor)/Aviator, 3.3/3.0L
Engine
Park Manual Release Cable Bracket Bolt Explorer/Aviator, 10R80 MHT
Transfer Case Mounting Bolts
4WD Vehicles Only
Front Drive Shaft Boot Clamp
4WD Vehicles Only
Front Drive Shaft Boot
4WD Vehicles Only
Front Axle Pinion Stem Circlip
4WD Vehicles Only
4WD Vehicles Only
As Needed
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic
Transmission Fluid (All Markets Except
Canada)
Transfer Case Fluid, 4WD
Vehicles Only
As Needed
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic
Transmission Fluid (Canada Only)
Transfer Case Fluid, 4WD
Vehicles Only
As Needed
Motorcraft® High Temperature 4x4 Front
All Markets, 4WD Vehicles Only
Axle and Wheel Bearing Grease
5L3Z19A506-A
As Needed
As Needed
Motorcraft® Ultra Silicone Sealant
All Markets
As Needed
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease
All Markets
As Needed
Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser
All Markets
As Needed
Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover
All Markets
As Needed
Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes
All Markets
Slip Yoke Grease
Parts - Explorer/Aviator - Parts To Inspect And Replace Only If Necessary
Service Part Number Claim Quantity
5L7Z-7D285-A
Description
Only If Necessary (Up To 2) Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Seals
Note
5L7Z-7J324-A
Only If Necessary (Up To 2) Fluid Tube Backing Rings
Only If Necessary (Up To 1) Flex Coupling Bolts
Only If Necessary (Up To 3) Flex Coupling Bolts
L1MZ-4650-A
Only If Necessary (Up To 1) Driveshaft Alignment Bushing
Only If Necessary (Up To 1) Hybrid Drive Unit Gasket
10R80 MHT
W525585-S300
Only If Necessary (Up To 2) Engine Block Dowel Pins
3.0L Engine
Only If Necessary (Up To 2) Engine Block Dowel Pins
3.3L Engine
Only If Necessary (Up To 4) Catalytic Converter Studs
3.3L Engine
Only If Necessary (Up To 2) Catalytic Converter Studs
3.0L Engine
Claim Quantity refers to the total number of individual pieces required to repair the vehicle. This may differ from the
number of service part number packages due to the unit of issue (UOI).
As Needed indicates the part is necessary but amount of the part may vary and/or is not a whole number. Parts can
be billed out as non-whole numbers, including less than 1.
Only If Necessary indicates the part is not mandatory. Refer to the Service Procedure to determine the
inspection/inclusion criteria.
Warranty Status: Warranty coverage limits and policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are
determined by the identified causal part.
Labor Times
Description
Operation
No.
Time
2022-2024 Explorer 3.3L 4WD Hybrid: Check Build Date, Remove And Inspect Fluid Filter
(PASS)
262241A
2.3
Hrs
2022-2024 Explorer 3.3L 4WD Hybrid: Check Build Date, Remove And Inspect Fluid Filter
(FAIL) Overhaul Valve Body And Replace F Clutch
262241B
13.9
Hrs
2022-2023 Explorer 3.3L RWD Hybrid: Check Build Date, Remove And Inspect Fluid Filter
(PASS)
262241C
2.3
Hrs
2022-2023 Explorer 3.3L RWD Hybrid: Check Build Date, Remove And Inspect Fluid Filter
(FAIL) Overhaul Valve Body And Replace F Clutch
262241D
13.2
Hrs
2022-2024 Explorer 4WD 3.0L EcoBoost: Check Build Date, Remove And Inspect Fluid Filter
(PASS)
262241E
2.6
Hrs
2022-2024 Explorer 4WD 3.0L EcoBoost: Check Build Date, Remove And Inspect Fluid Filter
(FAIL) Overhaul Valve Body And Replace F Clutch
262241F
11.1
Hrs
2022-2024 Explorer 4WD 3.3L TiVCT: Check Build Date, Remove And Inspect Fluid Filter
(PASS)
262241G
2.6
Hrs
2022-2024 Explorer 4WD 3.3L TiVCT: Check Build Date, Remove And Inspect Fluid Filter
(FAIL) Overhaul Valve Body And Replace F Clutch
262241H
12.3
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TSB/Document ID: TSB 26-2241
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MFR Communication Date: 2026-05-18
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