A Ford tech's take on "THE CLUNK" (THE ONE and ONLY CLUNK THREAD)

[SPRSNK]

Ford dealer claimed it was mud causing it. I told them it happened before I gave the truck the mud bath. I haven't heard anything since...

 

[CLAMUP]

Fords all over it

LATEST TSB FROM FORD

 

[Madcowranch]

LATEST TSB FROM FORD

let me get my magnifying glass. (EDIT)oh shit, just didn't click on it enough.

 

[HoustonRider]

its the same message from Oasis last month. Lube wont work, Ford is looking into it.

 

[FSM06]

I think the point here fellas is that, as annoying as "the clunk" may be, it is not harmful to your vehicle and has no detrimental long term effects. I can remember when the Rangers had a "clunk" caused by pinion tip in on acceleration from a stop. It was just an inherent part of its design, but never hurt a thing.

FSM

 

[HoustonRider]

I think the point here fellas is that, as annoying as "the clunk" may be, it is not harmful to your vehicle and has no detrimental long term effects. I can remember when the Rangers had a "clunk" caused by pinion tip in on acceleration from a stop. It was just an inherent part of its design, but never hurt a thing.

FSM

I don't care if it improves my gas mileage, lol. I shouldnt be hearing it. If they can figure a way to make it keep doing it but I can't HEAR or FEEL it, GREAT !.... Good job Ford !!

If I had a 1987 Ford F150 and it started doing it at 217,435 miles I would STILL want it fixed.

If Ford is trying to figure out a "cost effective" fix and is waiting until everyones warranty runs out, they will get sued waaaay before that, lol.

I'll pay for the immediate fix, rather than drive with it for the next year or so.

 

[BIRDMAN]

I don't care if it improves my gas mileage, lol. I shouldnt be hearing it. If they can figure a way to make it keep doing it but I can't HEAR or FEEL it, GREAT !.... Good job Ford !!

If I had a 1987 Ford F150 and it started doing it at 217,435 miles I would STILL want it fixed.

If Ford is trying to figure out a "cost effective" fix and is waiting until everyones warranty runs out, they will get sued waaaay before that, lol.

I'll pay for the immediate fix, rather than drive with it for the next year or so.

The just don't want multiple dealer repair attempts because the Lemon Law kicks in after the third time they aren't able to fix it...so that's why they are saying to hold off until they have a definite repair.

 

[dsaunlimited]

Took mine in today

I have been experiencing the clunk as well, I finally decided to take it in to the dealer, the line tech said they were going to pull the shaft and lube. Then a couple hours later got a call saying the Ford said not to do anything because it is under investigation and the should have a resolution in 2-3 weeks and to check back, I guess I won't hold my breathe. The SSM#21779 was quoted. Anyone else have an update? I also sent an email to Ford corp asking for more info and a fast resolution. Thanks. David

 

[SPRSNK]

I have been experiencing the clunk as well, I finally decided to take it in to the dealer, the line tech said they were going to pull the shaft and lube. Then a couple hours later got a call saying the Ford said not to do anything because it is under investigation and the should have a resolution in 2-3 weeks and to check back, I guess I won't hold my breathe. The SSM#21779 was quoted. Anyone else have an update? I also sent an email to Ford corp asking for more info and a fast resolution. Thanks. David

Welcome to the rest of us.

 

[JP7]

Still haven't heard mine clunk in over 4000 miles now. It went away with the grease job, came back for about a week or so - but I haven't heard or felt it in all the heavy driving I've done lately.