If its a good dealership, they will do the work to determine if it was flat tow related. I had one and based on my findings I assumed it was due to improperly towing. The owner then showed me a video that showed the neutral tow engaged. So I wrote it up as warrantable. Some people are sticklers...
Those channels are really finicky. That's why when I do my oil change i take a little time and clean it all the way out with a rag. Just to make sure I get it all.
No the messages are not stored on the GWM. The gateway only translates messages from the networks in the vehicle. If any module stores messages like that it would be the APIM( Accessory Protocol Interface Module).
Do not disconnect the GWM. That module is pretty important. The GWM acts as a central gateway to translate messages across all 5 vehicle Controller Area Networks (CANs). The GWM is the only module on the vehicle with this ability. The GWM also serves as a termination module for each of the...
Easiest way to test it would be to remove the connector (C127) from the hood latch and install a jumper cable to the 2 holes in the connector. Do it when the hood ajar warning is on and if it turns off, its just a bad latch. If your vehicle is under warranty just make an appointment. Most...
There is actually programming involved. Its called a PMI procedure. If they just throw it in it wouldn't have any kind of communication with the vehicle
I'll have to look into it but I have had some Motorcraft filters not include a gasket and then some you HAVE to order it separately. Its just weird. I'm always afraid when doing a rebuild of them not sending it in the box. So I usually just get the parts guys to order just to be on the safe side.
Its mostly for people who decide to use an aftermarket filter and not the Motorcraft one. I have done a service on a 10r60 and the customer provided their own filter but it did not include the gasket and yes you can reuse the gasket but it is better to replace them everytime due to the...