2.3L GASOLINE TURBOCHARGED DIRECT INJECTION (GTDI) - LACK
OF POWER WITH DTC P0299 - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 1/1/2016

TSB 16-0121

FORD:
2015-2016 Mustang
ISSUE
Some 2015-2016 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 2.3L GTDI engine and built on or before 1/1/2016 may exhibit a lack
of power with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0299. This may be due to the turbocharger wastegate actuator rod coming
disconnected from the wastegate.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Using the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) service tool or an equivalent scan tool to check for DTCs. Is DTC
P0299 present in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory?
a. Yes - proceed to Step 2.
b. No - this article does not apply. Refer to Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for normal
diagnostics.
2. Inspect the wastegate rod for proper engagement to the wastegate lever. Is the turbocharger wastegate actuator rod
properly attached and the retaining clip in place?
a. Yes - this article does not apply. Refer to the PC/ED manual for normal diagnostics.
b. No - proceed to Step 3.
3. Remove the vibration dampener from the right engine mount. (Figure 1)

Figure 1 - Article 16-0121
4. Remove and discard the upper turbocharger mounting nuts. (Figure 2)

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properly and safely. It informs these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or provides information that could assist in proper vehicle service.The
procedures should not be performed by "do-it-yourselfers". Do not assume that a condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership
to determine whether the bulletin applies to your vehicle. Warranty Policy and Extended Service Plan documentation determine Warranty and/or Extended Service Plan
coverage unless stated otherwise in the TSB article.The information in this Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) was current at the time of printing. Ford Motor Company reserves
the right to supercede this information with updates.The most recent information is available through Ford Motor Company's on-line technical resources.

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Online Publication Date September 14, 2016

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Figure 2 - Article 16-0121
5. Remove the lower turbocharger heat shield retaining bolt. (Figure 2)
6. Position the turbocharger heat shield aside. (Figure 2)
a. It is not necessary to remove the turbocharger coolant lines to position aside the heat shield.
7. Reinstall actuator rod and install the new wastegate actuator retaining clip.
8. Install the turbocharger heat shield.
a. Tighten the new upper turbocharger mounting nuts. Torque to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
b. Tighten the lower turbocharger heat shield retaining bolt. Torque to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
9. Install the vibration dampener on to the right engine mount.
a. Tighten the dampener bolt. Torque to 28.5 Nm (9 lb-ft).
PART NUMBER

PART NAME

W790436-S900

Retaining Clip

W713095-S403

Nut - Turbocharger To Manifold (2 Req)

W716042-S900

Bolt - Lower Turbocharger Heat Shield

W704474-S437

Stud - M10x22 mm/M10X32 mm (2 Req)

OPERATION
160121A

DESCRIPTION

TIME

2015-2016 Mustang 2.3L GTDI: Retrieve DTCs, Inspect Wastegate And
Reinstall Actuator Rod With New Retaining Clip Following The Service
Procedure (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations)

0.5 Hr.

WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage
Warranty/ESP coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. Warranty/ESP coverage limits are
determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool.
DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO.
6K682

CONDITION CODE
25

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