Engine Controls - Hard/No Start After a Cold Soak

TSB 05-10-16

05/30/05

NO START/HARD START ON COLD SOAK - 40L ENGINE

FORD:
2004-2005 Explorer

MERCURY:
2004-2005 Mountaineer

ISSUE
Some 2004-2005 Explorer/Mountaineer vehicles equipped with the 4.0L engine, may exhibit a hard start/no start condition during an initial cold start after a long soak.

ACTION
Reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) to the latest calibration using WDS release B37.5 or higher. Calibration files may also be obtained at the website.

WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

051016A 2004-2005 0.4 Hr.
Explorer/Mountaineer 4.0L
SOHC Engine Check For
Diagnostic Trouble Codes
And Reprogram The
Powertrain Control Module

DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
RECAL 04





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