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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2018F-150 XLT, 4D PICKUP EXTRA CAB, 3.5L ENG VIN G, RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)QUICK LOOKUPSDTC INDEXDTC INDEX - (ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM - ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS)BODY PANEL SYSTEM DTCS
2018 Ford F-150 XLT, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.5L Eng VIN G, RWD
Body Panel System DTCS
2018 Ford F-150 XLT, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.5L Eng VIN G, RWDSECTION Body Panel System DTCS
Diagnostics in this information assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods . .
DTC INDEX
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| P059F | Active Grille Air Shutter "A" Performance / Stuck Off | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| P05A1 | Active Grille Air Shutter "A" Position Sensor Minimum / Maximum Stop Performance | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| P05A2 | Active Grille Air Shutter "A" Control Circuit / Open | INSTALL a new upper active grille shutter actuator. REFER to: Active Grille Shutter Actuator . . REFER to: Active Grille Shutter Actuator . . |
| P05A7 | Active Grille Air Shutter Control Module "A" Supply Voltage Circuit Low | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| P05AE | Active Grille Air Shutter "B" Performance / Stuck Off | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| P05B0 | Active Grille Air Shutter "B" Position Sensor Minimum / Maximum Stop Performance | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| P05B1 | Active Grille Air Shutter "B" Control Circuit / Open | INSTALL a new lower active grille shutter actuator. REFER to: Active Grille Shutter Actuator . . REFER to: Active Grille Shutter Actuator . . |
| P05B6 | Active Grille Air Shutter Control Module "B" Supply Voltage Circuit Low | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| P05C0 | Active Grille Air Shutter Module "A" Over Temperature | INSTALL a new upper active grille shutter actuator. REFER to: Active Grille Shutter Actuator . . REFER to: Active Grille Shutter Actuator . . |
| P05C1 | Active Grille Air Shutter Module "B" Over Temperature | INSTALL a new lower active grille shutter actuator. REFER to: Active Grille Shutter Actuator . . REFER to: Active Grille Shutter Actuator . . |
| U0046 | Vehicle Communication Bus C | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| U0284 | Lost Communication With Active Grille Air Shutter Module "A" | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| U0285 | Lost Communication With Active Grille Air Shutter Module "B" | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| All other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) | - | Refer to the appropriate Engine article for the procedure. |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.