Engine Controls - Intermittent No Start Hard Start
TSB 08-12-1206/23/08
2.3L ENGINE/CD4E TRANSMISSION ONLY -
INTERMITTENT NO START, HARD START
(EXCLUDES HYBRID)
FORD:
2008 Escape
MERCURY:
2008 Mariner
ISSUE
Some 2008 Escape and Mariner vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine/CD4E transmission (Excludes Hybrid) may exhibit a intermittent crank no-start hard-start, runs rough after starting in ambient temperatures above 60 degrees F (16 degrees C).
ACTION
Reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) to the latest calibration using IDS release 55.8 and higher. This new calibration is not included in the VCM 2008.5 DVD. Calibration files may also be obtained at the website.
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
081212A 2008 Escape 4X4, 4X2, 0.3 Hr.
Mariner AWD, FWD 2.3L
/CD4E: Check For DTCs
And Reprogram The PCM
Authorization Decal Not
Required (Do Not Use
With 12650D)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
RECAL 04
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