Replace Ford Oil Filter Along With Turbocharger

This bulletin applies to 2010-2019 Ford vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines. When diagnosing and/or replacing turbo related concerns, the turbocharger oil supply filter (6C683) must be replaced whenever the turbocharger or the turbo oil supply tube are replaced.

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Mike Mavrigian

Jan. 25, 2023

Turbo bearing failure may occur if oil starvation occurs due to a restricted filter.

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Information courtesy of Mitchell 1

Information for Technical Service Bulletins comes from ProDemand, Mitchell 1's auto repair information software for domestic and import vehicles. Headquartered in San Diego, Mitchell 1 has provided quality repair information solutions to the automotive industry since 1918.

Mike Mavrigian

Motor Age Editor

Mike Mavrigian has written thousands of automotive technical magazine articles involving a variety of specialties, from engine building to wheel alignment, and has authored more than a dozen books that crisscross the automotive spectrum. Mike operates Birchwood Automotive, an Ohio shop that builds custom engines and performs vintage vehicle restorations. The shop also features a professional photo studio to document projects and to create images for articles and books.