Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P0128 Set
TSB 10-12-1007/05/10
3.0L ENGINE - MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
(MIL) WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)
P0128 - COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES
FORD:
2010 Escape
MERCURY:
2010 Mariner
ISSUE
Some 2010 Escape and Mariner vehicles equipped with a 3.0L engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0128. The concern may be more pronounced in cold ambient temperatures when vehicle is first started after a cold soak, and driven under light load/low speed conditions with climate control blower motor setting on high. No drivability issues will be present.
ACTION
Reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) to the latest calibration using IDS release 67.04 and higher. This new calibration is not included in the VCM 2010.5 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
101210A 2010 Escape, Mariner 0.3 Hr.
3.0L: Check For DTCs And
Reprogram The PCM (Do
Not Use With Any Other
Labor Operations)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
RECAL 04
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