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Engine Controls - Engine Idle Vibration

TSB 05-2-4

02/07/05

IDLE VIBRATION - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH
SINGLE EXHAUST

FORD:
2003-2005 Crown Victoria

MERCURY:
2003-2005 Grand Marquis

This article supersedes TSB 04-14-05 to update the vehicle model years.

ISSUE
Some 2003-2005 Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis vehicles equipped with single exhaust may exhibit an engine vibration at idle.

ACTION
First verify the condition. Reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) to the latest calibration using WDS release B34.12 and higher or B35.2 and higher. Calibration files may also be obtained at the website. The new calibration will increase the idle speed from 544 to 600 RPM, and reduce the idle vibration.

NOTE
THIS NEW CALIBRATION IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE B35 CD.

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

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

050204A 2003-2005 Crown 0.4 Hr.
Victoria/Grand Marquis:
Check For Diagnostic
Trouble Codes And
Reprogram Powertrain
Control Module

DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
RECAL 04





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