F-150 Service Advance-trac fix!

Hello!
I ran into a random issue out running errands recently. So, let my issue be a learning experience for all of us!
2012 F-150 3.5 Ecoboost check engine code P0107, also information display showing/warning of "Service Advance-trac" Everytime I let off the throttle.
Map Sensor failure. M.A.P. Manifold Absolute Pressure is located at the top side/rear of the intake manifold. It's held in by a 7mm bolt. Super fast, and easy change if that's your issue.
It was in my case.
Other possibilities that come with "Service Advance-trac" are: Throttle body failure, Mass Airflow Sensor, Manifold Absolute Pressure sensor, Electric Rack and pinion failure, or wiring short.
if you're having trouble with your F-150, message me on here with any questions.
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[@douglaswolf6925]

Good, helpful vid. Do you seriously have over 407 THOUSAND miles on that truck??

[@SmashingPunkFan]

Hey Douglas, yes. At that time it had 407k miles, as of 9-10-22 it's 431k 😁 I love this truck

[@douglaswolf6925]

@@SmashingPunkFan I admit, I looked 2 or 3 times thinking my eyes see the decimal place wrong. Simply impressed that you have this truck working that long! I assume you are a believer in sticking with OE MotorCraft parts..

[@SmashingPunkFan]

@@douglaswolf6925 it shocks me too sometimes. But, not my first Ford to break 400k. Yes, mostly OE motorcraft when possible. I use Royal purple for oil, OE motorcraft filter. I replaced the water pump a few years back, and used Murray along with their lifetime warranty thermostat. Big mistake. Hauling firewood in the fall, temps around 40-45 degrees during the day almost overheated. Replaced with motorcraft thermostat, never over half way on the gauge again. Even during the summer when it's 109° heat index.

[@SuperiorTim989]

@@douglaswolf6925 haha I did the same thing.

[@SmashingPunkFan]

10-18-22 435,6xx miles now... 😄

[@ecas1272]

Really good mpg as well

[@rollinreaper]

I have a 2016 F-150 V6 3.5L NON eco boost with 50K miles on original engine. Bought from Ford in 2021 as a trade in from an old timer. Over the last few months my service advance trac service warning comes up. I lost a lot of acceleration and power particularly taking off in 1st gear and when I eventually make it to say 2nd into 3rd, it starts to pick up speed. I have noticed it happens also when I punch the gas. If I shut the truck off the issue clears itself and service engine soon warning goes away. I have a Pedal Commander which is a plug and play that bypasses the chip which communicates between the gas pedal and throttle body. It was a great add on and makes my V6 feel like an 8, especially after I put Flowmaster true dual exhaust. I love the truck and have had no issues other than keeping up with fluid changes, brakes, had Ford do a complete fuel system treatment, and the water pump. Struck me odd the water pump needed replacing with (at that time around 40k miles) but the truck was 7 yrs old at the time. I am far from a mechanic and would value your opinion on what's causing my advance trac to come on. I shut it off and it still will occasionally come on. Someone said it may also be a speed or wheel sensor that is faulty?

[@SmashingPunkFan]

Hey there, thank you for watching and reaching out. It is possible it could be a wheel speed sensor. The 13th gen F-150 I believe runs 2015-2020, it could possibly be the throttle body itself. I've heard several enthusiast with 2nd gen raptors (they have a 3.5 Ecoboost engine) have a hill descent control loss, and service advance trac all caused by the throttle body. The pedal commander is a nice upgrade. Have you tried temporarily tried uninstalling it to see if it by chance is causing a communication error between the ecm and throttle body? I hope some of this insight helps. Please reach out if you discover the issue or need more help 🙂👍

[@user-yz4nn2wt2m]

My throttle body literally just went out as I was watching your channel. Hopefully when I fix it. That’ll help

[@SmashingPunkFan]

I hope it does work for you! Definitely check out your map sensor. Thank you for watching!

[@milesp.5921]

Thank you for the video. Just happened to me on my 2017 3.5 right after I hit 100k mi. On my 2016 I put a catch can to prevent gunk but supposedly didn’t have to on 2017 so maybe I’ll reconsider.

[@SmashingPunkFan]

Thank you for watching 👍 I've heard the same on the newer ones, that a catch can isn't necessary. But it still catches crap I wouldn't want in my motor lol

[@TexasLariat]

I'm beyond impressed with your mileage! 400k miles and still going! I take good care of my truck and get it serviced as scheduled but is there anything "special" you have done/are doing to maintain your truck. I hope to keep my '16 5.0 for year to come.

[@SmashingPunkFan]

I don't feel it's anything special. Royal Purple oil 5w30 every 8,000 miles. I check the coolant at least 3 times a week, I use the Valvoline Zerex Orange. A UPR mega catch can. And a homemade CAI made with PVC and a K&N filter. And never hard accelerate unless it's to get on the highway in one of those "oh sh!t I gotta get on it!" Moments. I'm hoping to break 500k by April/May. Good luck with yours! It'll definitely treat you well. Ford Trucks are amazing!

[@ChristineDuran-oz8oq]

Cool

[@Forwardoperationbase]

Good shit bro! This is a good starting point. Wish me luck!

[@SmashingPunkFan]

I hope it's this sensor and not your throttle body. Good luck brother! 🤞

[@juancarmona6651]

Did you figure it out?

[@SmashingPunkFan]

@@juancarmona6651 Yes. It was the map sensor I replaced in the video. When I broke down, I had time to research some and alot of signs were leading to throttle body. Luckily it was just the map sensor 👍

[@chadison7434]

I cleaned mine with crc cleaner and then now have those same codes. No codes prior to cleaning

[@SmashingPunkFan]

@@chadison7434 is it the CRC cleaner for throttle body's? It's Important to use the one made for throttle body's, ford has a special coating on them that THAT particular CRC cleaner doesn't remove. It's the best for sensors.

[@seanh1564]

Not sure if you have this problem or not with your truck. So when I start my truck in the morning everything works perfect, although when ac is turned on to the max it slowly gets warmer. Both of my radiator fans are running, I replaced water pump and t-stat within the last year or so. Pulled codes for a p0087 for HPFP where I did replaced although problem still persisted. Any reason or have you had this problem?

[@SmashingPunkFan]

Hey Sean, I have not experienced this yet *knock on wood* but I would suspect your in tank fuel pump would be running lean, or weak if you haven't replaced it. They also built it with a non-replaceable filter. Pump/filter get replaced together. I think there is some gauges you can use to test fuel pressure, or add an inline gauge just to verify. My fans both run continuously with the AC on. I think Ford designed it this way to make sure coolant stays sufficiently low in temp. Let me know if you find anything wrong with it, or anymore questions, I'd love to hear how you fix it. -Shaun

[@cookiejar2637]

Tried this and my traction control light and wrench light went out thanks man also when this happened my truck lost power everything’s good again

[@SmashingPunkFan]

Hell yeah! I'm so happy it could help you out. Thank you for watching brother! 👊

[@troyevans9608]

Those miles are fucking nuts. Good on you.

[@SmashingPunkFan]

Ford has made an amazing truck. As of today, miles are 466K 💪

[@chrissmith-oq5nq]

1. You think this can be the same issue on the 5.0? 2.What's the brand scanner you have?

[@SmashingPunkFan]

It could be the same issue possibly except, does the V8 measure the manifold pressure? I would look at what wiring diagram ford has that the AdvanceTrac ties into with the 5.0 version. I found the 3.5 had the throttle body, maf sensor (mass air flow), map sensor (manifold absolute pressure) and rack and pinion were all tied through the same circuit when these codes popped on me. I use ancel. It's just a basic $30 scanner. I hope this helps 👍

[@gloriamendoza3179]

What did you use to clean the M.A.P. sensor

[@SmashingPunkFan]

Hey, Gloria! CRC mass airflow sensor cleaner. That, and use a soft bristle toothbrush after you let it soak in the cleaner some. Rinse with the CRC cleaner, and reinstall. Good to go 👍

[@tonyrutherford1848]

What brand may I ask you used for your sensor I'm having the same issue.

[@SmashingPunkFan]

I used ford motorcraft. It only lasted about 1.3 years before it failed, so I'm back on the original with 290k miles on it. It's still going strong today. Not sure if I just got a bad one that time, but I would only use OEM at this point

[@ogo2404]

I have clear oil or grease leak coming from above the rack and pinion steering... Any idea where it or what it is that is leaking? A/c compressor? Service advance trac came on today and my turn signals are acting different, wont stay on

[@SmashingPunkFan]

Hey Scott, Sorry to hear that. If is in the driver's side, could be brake fluid. Ac compressor oil R-134 would most likely be greenish in color. If you'd like, you can send me some pics through email and I can try to help you find the leak. [e-mail] Best of luck, thanks for watching 👍

[@ogo2404]

@@SmashingPunkFan Service advancetrac came on yesterday ? related to fluid leak? turn signal will not function on steady it will function on bump..?

[@SmashingPunkFan]

Have you checked your DTCs? Codes through the OBDII. It could be a wiring harness fray, or short. Run your codes and see what all is affected

[@EstebanGzz10]

The circuit breaker that is on your battery may be blown.

[@ernestrich6303]

Does your truck keep stuttering? I got a same problem with my 2014 Ford

[@SmashingPunkFan]

It was for a minute. I changed my spark plugs and coil packs and it made A WORLD of difference. The stuttering, any lack of power, hard acceleration hesitation. All fixed with the coil packs.

[@ernestrich6303]

@@SmashingPunkFan thanks dude!. I will get them replaced.

[@oscararellano8981]

buen dia , temgo una f150 ,2014 motor 5.0 , me aparecio de la nada la leyenda stabiltrac y mi volante se puso duro

[@SmashingPunkFan]

que tengas un buen día. Creo que hay un cortocircuito o masa en el piñón y cremallera. o, con suerte, no una falla total del piñón y cremallera. déjame saber si tienes más preguntas, espero que esto ayude 👍 gracias por ver

[@victorvillafranco8772]

Whats the name of the sensor

[@SmashingPunkFan]

MAP Sensor (Manifold Absolute Pressure) - 2011-2016 Ford F150 3.5L V6 EcoBoost - Motorcraft part number 96880-05243819

[@victorvillafranco8772]

@@SmashingPunkFan too bad I don’t have the 3.5 I have the 5.0 & I called Ford parts & they said the 5.0 doesn’t carry it so I’m trying to figure out what sensor it might be

[@SmashingPunkFan]

@@victorvillafranco8772 ohh, I gotcha. It might be the MAF sensor. Mass Air Flow. Do you have any MIL codes currently?

[@rufusrunsgsp4610]

I like your findings, how the advance track is fixed by a new map is beyond me. How did you reach that conclusion?

[@SmashingPunkFan]

Hey Rufus. It's that the systems are tied together through the same circuit. So, a failed map sensor threw codes and warnings on the dash for "Service advance Trac". If my advance Trac fails one day solely by itself, I will make sure to document it and my findings. Thank you for watching 😊

[@rufusrunsgsp4610]

So I did the MAP sensor cleaning with map sensor spray. It gave "me" no result. However, the dash lights are so damed generic that it could be a few things. I really dislike these true idiot lights.

[@SmashingPunkFan]

@@rufusrunsgsp4610 have you ran your codes yet? What kind of feedback is your PCM giving you

[@pauliekruger7639]

@@SmashingPunkFan First I got all 3, abs, traction and brake. I replaced my front drivers bearing w/ speed sensor built in. No dice. So then I found a guy with a computer that showed all speed sensors are good. Now I'm just chasing leads on KZbin to hope to find. The all eliminate all before the dreaded abs module as its 1600. Dollars, just the part, then a factory dealer has to match its id with my truck. Ebay, used is a crap shoot, they will send you the vehicle's Vin number after you pay. Then you need that Vin number to give to the dealer to sync up the part to your vehicle, and get that charge, whether or not the used ebay part actually works. So it all sucks.

[@sarahthompson6240]

@@pauliekruger7639i got the same warnings you have at 4k miles back in 2014 when the truck was new. I had a connection problem with the brown wire in the large wire harness above the driver’s side front fender well. Probably a factory issue as the truck was untouched. My problem was a bad wire pin at the connector. The tech gave me the option to leave the truck there and wait for the correct part or just add a short piece of wire and solder it. He soldered it and I have no further issues to date. Might be worth a shot to wiggle the connector and do a continuity test across it.

[@BoredVetGarage]

407k sheeeeeeeesh

[@SmashingPunkFan]

It's actually 492k now

[@BoredVetGarage]

@@SmashingPunkFan that’s amazing. My 2020 bought at end of year has 105. Had it since new. Hope it lasts as long as yours.

[@joelsamidrodriguez317]

Como se llama ese sensor ?

[@SmashingPunkFan]

MAP Sensor. Manifold Absolute Pressure. MOTORCRAFT CX2401 {Alternate Inventory Numbers: AA5Z*9F479*C} I hope this helps 👍 Gracias por ver

[@drewelling4441]

I see you have 400k miles. Is it stock engine and tranny?

[@SmashingPunkFan]

All stock *knocks on wood* she's a champ. I would definitely buy another F-150 Ecoboost without question.

[@drewelling4441]

You should do a video of the high milage you have and some details about issues that have come up. I think it would get a lot of views. So many people said they wouldn't even make it to 200k and you have double that. I have 140k on mine. I'd be really happy to make it to 300k let alone 4!

[@Zombieland318]

I cleaned my map sensor now my whole truck is dead wtf

[@SmashingPunkFan]

What's happening with your truck?

[@Zombieland318]

@@SmashingPunkFan unplugged my battery to clean map sensor. Plugged it back in and no crank dash was giving all kinds of codes. Turns out the battery was bad . Thanks for responding

[@SmashingPunkFan]

@@Zombieland318 no problem 👍 I'm glad it was only the battery. Last time I cleaned the map sensor on mine, I forgot to plug in the mass air flow sensor, and I thought I broke the truck lol 😂

[@jasonabc]

Whoever designed the electronic sensors for the f-150 should be fired and banned from ever being in engineering again. The main issue I have after a few years are these stupid ass sensors randomly going off like hood ajar and now this out of the freaking blue.

[@SmashingPunkFan]

I completely agree 💯 it's definitely frustrating when you need it to be reliable. I found that wiring harnesses rub on surfaces most the time, especially with high miles on a vehicle. And it cause some of these frustrating situations. Like 9 cel codes by 1 wire grounding out.... Smh 😆 if you wanna hear the story on this, here's a video I did for it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqWbp5lpqMaUgZY