Clunking in front end . Rattle on start up
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EcoBoostJim
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Had this thing at the dealer. The Passenger side shock was leaking. They replaced it and now its as good as new. thank you community for your help.
Rick Anjel
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Found this on the NHTSA Web site.... Dont know if its the same cold start related issue.
October 21, 2019 MANUFACTURER COMMUNICATION NUMBER: SSM 48272
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA ID Number: 10167208
Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 48272
Summary
Some 2017-2018 F-150s built on or before 10-Jul-2018 and 2018-2019 Expedition and Navigator built on or before 8-Apr-2019 with 3.5L EcoBoost may exhibit tick, tap, or rattle type noises from top of engine front cover for 2-5 seconds after a cold start. A TSB is expected to be published late 4th quarter 2019. In the interim, replace all 4 VCT units and update the PCM calibration. Do not replace other cam drive related components unless inspection identifies a concern. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-01. Claim labor replace VCTs using published labor operations and PCM programming using M-time. Part availability is currently limited. Dealers should order parts only when required to complete a repair. Once the parts are ordered, the vehicle may be returned to the customer to drive. This condition does not affect long term durability or performance.
October 21, 2019 MANUFACTURER COMMUNICATION NUMBER: SSM 48272
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA ID Number: 10167208
Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 48272
Summary
Some 2017-2018 F-150s built on or before 10-Jul-2018 and 2018-2019 Expedition and Navigator built on or before 8-Apr-2019 with 3.5L EcoBoost may exhibit tick, tap, or rattle type noises from top of engine front cover for 2-5 seconds after a cold start. A TSB is expected to be published late 4th quarter 2019. In the interim, replace all 4 VCT units and update the PCM calibration. Do not replace other cam drive related components unless inspection identifies a concern. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-01. Claim labor replace VCTs using published labor operations and PCM programming using M-time. Part availability is currently limited. Dealers should order parts only when required to complete a repair. Once the parts are ordered, the vehicle may be returned to the customer to drive. This condition does not affect long term durability or performance.
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