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ISLAPP · 10-23-2007, 03:28 AM

I am really glad they got you in and out so fast. It's great to deal with people who know what the heck they are doing, isn't it??!!!!
Mike

DriVer · 10-23-2007, 07:48 AM

Yo Frankie! fuggetaboutit!

AL · 10-24-2007, 10:02 AM

Hey Frankie,

Glad it was nothing bad, and you were well taking care of and got back on the road quick

!!!!

Drifter · 10-24-2007, 06:42 PM

If it really over heats Ford is replacing part numbers FMC 3L3Z 8575 AC (Thermostat) and SPO 3L3Z 8C368 MA (Water Pipe). If it showing hot and not it may be the CHT sensor (cyl. head temp)

Captain Bud · 10-25-2007, 03:04 AM

Glad to hear it all worked out, keep rollin' Bud

auto · 02-10-2008, 06:20 PM

TSB
06-21-15 MIL ON - DTC P1285 / P1299 - 5.4L 3V / 6.8L 3V - FALSE OVERHEAT

Publication Date: October 13, 2006

FORD: 2005-2007 F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-Super Duty

ISSUE:
Some 2005-2007 F-Super Duty and F-53 Motorhome chassis vehicles equipped with a 5.4L or 6.8L 3-valve engine may exhibit an engine temperature gauge indicating an overheating condition with the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P1285 and P1299.

ACTION:
Performing normal engine cooling system diagnostics in Workshop Manual, Section 303-03, if it is determined that the engine is not physically overheating (coolant expulsion), install a new thermostat and crossover pipe. They have been revised for improved cooling system flow characteristics.

PART NUMBER PART NAME
7L3Z-8575-A Thermostat - 5.4L
7C3Z-8575-A Thermostat - 6.8L
3L3Z-8C368-A Crossover Pipe - 5.4L
3L3Z-8C368-B Crossover Pipe - 6.8L

WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
062115A 2005-2007 F-Super Duty 5.4L 3V: Replace The Crossover Pipe, And Thermostat, Includes Time To Check Diagnostic Trouble Codes (Do Not Use With 6051A, 6007A, 12650D, 10346A, 9280A, 9424A, 9600A, 9601A, 9926A) 2.8 Hrs.
062115A 2005-2007 F-Super Duty 6.8L 3V: Replace The Crossover Pipe, And Thermostat, Includes Time To Check Diagnostic Trouble Codes (Do Not Use With 6051A, 6007A, 12650D, 10346A, 9280A, 9424A, 9600A, 9601A, 9926A) 2.3 Hrs.

DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE
8575 42

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NOTE: The information in Technical Service Bulletins is intended for use by trained, professional technicians with the knowledge, tools, and equipment to do the job 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.

Liberte2011 · 02-11-2008, 06:43 AM

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06-21-15 MIL ON - DTC P1285 / P1299 - 5.4L 3V / 6.8L 3V - FALSE OVERHEAT

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Txs. Did not happen to me but I cut and paste the Bulletin and send it to my yahoo account, along keeping it on my laptop.

If it does happen, it will be a quick reference.

Merci all.