Some 2009-2012 F-150 may experience water staining of the rear portion of the headliner in the area(s) above the back glass and at both cab corners due to the high mounted stoplamp assembly leaking water.
ISSUE Some 2009-2012 F-150 may experience water staining of the rear portion of the headliner in the area(s) above the back glass and at both cab corners due to the high mounted stoplamp assembly leaking water.
Service Bulletin # 12-4-4 Date: 120420
2010 Ford Truck F 150 4WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 10
Body/Lighting - Water Stains on Rear of Headliner TSB 12-4-4
04/20/12
WATER STAINS ON HEADLINER DUE TO HIGH MOUNTED STOPLAMP ASSEMBLY LEAKING WATER
FORD: 2009-2012 F-150
ACTION Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Replace the high mounted stoplamp assembly. Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 417-01.
2. Fully open all vehicle doors.
3. Identify the rear area of the headliner to be cleaned. (Figures 1 and 2)
4. Saturate a clean white cotton towel with city tap water and squeeze off excess water.
a. In areas with hard water supply it's recommended to use distilled water.
2010 Ford Truck F 150 4WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 11
5. Apply a significant amount of Motorcraft(R) Professional Strength Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner to the towel. (Figure 3)
a. Follow all product handling recommendations listed on the label of the Motorcraft(R) Professional Strength Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner.
6. Apply a layer of foam cleaner to the water stain area(s) of the headliner and allow to soak for one minute. (Figure 4)
2010 Ford Truck F 150 4WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 12
7. Starting at the outer edge of the headliner work the towel in one direction toward the center of the headliner using even pressure to maintain a dry edge. (Figures 5 and 6)
8. After working cleaner into headliner place a shop fan in the door openings directing airflow up toward the headliner to aid in drying.
9. Repeat Steps 4 through 8 a second time.
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited 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.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
120404A 2009-2012 F-150: Replace 0.6 Hr. The High Mount Stop lamp Assembly Includes Time To Clean The Headliner (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION BASIC PART NO. CODE 13A613 12
Disclaimer Technical
Service Bulletin # 12-4-4 Date: 120420
2010 Ford Truck F 150 4WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 10
Body/Lighting - Water Stains on Rear of Headliner TSB 12-4-4
04/20/12
WATER STAINS ON HEADLINER DUE TO HIGH MOUNTED STOPLAMP ASSEMBLY LEAKING WATER
FORD: 2009-2012 F-150
ACTION Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Replace the high mounted stoplamp assembly. Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 417-01.
2. Fully open all vehicle doors.
3. Identify the rear area of the headliner to be cleaned. (Figures 1 and 2)
4. Saturate a clean white cotton towel with city tap water and squeeze off excess water.
a. In areas with hard water supply it's recommended to use distilled water.
2010 Ford Truck F 150 4WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 11
5. Apply a significant amount of Motorcraft(R) Professional Strength Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner to the towel. (Figure 3)
a. Follow all product handling recommendations listed on the label of the Motorcraft(R) Professional Strength Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner.
6. Apply a layer of foam cleaner to the water stain area(s) of the headliner and allow to soak for one minute. (Figure 4)
2010 Ford Truck F 150 4WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 12
7. Starting at the outer edge of the headliner work the towel in one direction toward the center of the headliner using even pressure to maintain a dry edge. (Figures 5 and 6)
8. After working cleaner into headliner place a shop fan in the door openings directing airflow up toward the headliner to aid in drying.
9. Repeat Steps 4 through 8 a second time.
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited 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.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
120404A 2009-2012 F-150: Replace 0.6 Hr. The High Mount Stop lamp Assembly Includes Time To Clean The Headliner (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION BASIC PART NO. CODE 13A613 12
Disclaimer Technical
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