Engine - Stall During Quick Tip-In Tip-Out
Article No.97-19-7
09/15/97
STALL - DURING QUICK TIP-IN AND/OR TIP-OUT - NO DRIVEABILITY CODES PRESENT - DURING PARKING LOT MANEUVERS AND/OR STOPPING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT - 4.6L VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 5/5/97
LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1995-97 CONTINENTAL
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to correct the listed old calibrations.
CALIBRATION:
5-38D-R05, 5-38D-R10, 5-38R-R05, 5-38R-R10, 6-38D-R10, 6-38R-R10, 7-38D-R11, 7-38R-R07, 7-38R-R11
WARNING:
THIS MODIFICATION IS AUTHORIZED ONLY FOR THE LISTED ENGINE. PERFORMING THIS MODIFICATION ON OTHER ENGINE CALIBRATIONS IS UNAUTHORIZED AND COULD CREATE LIABILITY UNDER APPLICABLE FEDERAL OR LOCAL LAWS.
ISSUE:
Some vehicles may stall during quick tip-in and/or quick tip-out (i.e., parking lot maneuvers or stopping at a traffic light). There are no driveability codes set. This may be caused by the calibration being too sensitive for the air/fuel fluctuations.
ACTION:
Reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The new calibration has been revised to compensate for the air/fuel fluctuations and should reduce the possibility of stalls. Refer to the following PCM Application Chart for correct PCM usage.
Obtain an Authorized Modification Decal (FPS 8262 - obtainable through DOES II, 25/pkg) and list the date, dealer number, and summary of modifications performed. Select a prominent place adjacent to the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal suitable for installing the Authorized Modifications Decal. Clean the area, install the decal, and cover it with a clear plastic decal shield.
PART NUMBER PART NAME
F5PZ-12A650-HC Powertrain control Module (PCM)
F6PZ-12A650-DZB Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
F6PZ-12A650-EAB Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
F70Z-12A650-EG Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
F70Z-12A650-FG Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 97-17-8
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
971907A Reprogram Powertrain 0.2 Hr.
Control Module (PCM)
9719078 Replace Powertrain Control 0.6 Hr.
Module (PCM)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
RECAL 42
OASIS CODES: 607000, 607400, 607500, 607700, 611000, 611500