TSB 99-12-7 Long Crank/Slow Start

new 4/10/03

ISSUE:

The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may be illuminated with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P1135 or P1155 in memory for vehicles with 3.0L or 3.4L engine. A long crank/slow start may occur for vehicles with the 3.4L engine. These symptoms may be caused by Powertrain Control Module (PCM) calibration strategy.

ACTION:

Reprogram the PCM. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Perform normal diagnostics as outlined in the 1996/97 Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) On-Board Diagnostics II (OBDII) Service Manual and service as required.
2. If concern is still present, reprogram the PCM with the latest level calibration using Service Bay Diagnostic System (SBDS) or New Generation Star (NGS) Tester. Refer to the following PCM Reprogramming Information Chart to identify the appropriate calibration.
   
   

   PCM REPROGRAMMING INFORMATION
   Application	Tear Tag Number	NGS/SBDS Qualifier
   1996 3.0L 2-Valve AX4S 49-State	N/A	6-10A Calibration
   1996 3.0L 2-Valve AX4S California	N/A	6-10S Calibration
   1996 3.0L 2-Valve AX4N 49-State	N/A	6-10B Calibration
   1996 3.0L 2-Valve AX4N California	N/A	6-10T Calibration
   1996 3.0L 4-Valve 49-State	N/A	6-14A Calibration
   1996 3.0L 4-Valve California	N/A	6-14S Calibration
   1997 3.0L 2-Valve AX4S 49-State	KQQ0, KQQ1, KQQ2, YHE0, YHE1, YHE2	7-10A Tag KQQ0/1/2 YHE0/1/2 PT SURGE
   1997 3.0L 2-Valve AX4N 49-State	NXZ0, NXZ1, NXZ2, TTL0, TTL1, TTL2	7-10B Tag NXZ0/1/2 TTL0/1 PT SURGE
   1997 3.0L 2-Valve AX4S 49-State	KQQ3, KQQ4, KQQ5, KQQ6	7-10A Tag KQQ3/4/5/6/7 PT SURGE
   1997 3.0L 2-Valve AX4N 49-State	NXZ3, NXZ4, NXZ5, NXZ6	7-10B Tag NXZ3/4/5/6/7 PT SURGE
   1997 3.0L 2-Valve AX4S California	WAW0, WAW1, JZA0, JZA1, JZA2, JZA3, JZA4, JZA5	7-10R or 7-10S PT SHUFFLE/SURGE
   1997 3.0L 4-Valve 49-State	YYB0, YYB1, YYB2, YYB3, BSB0, BSB1	7-14A Calibration
   1997 3.0L 4-Valve California	CXA0, CXA1, CXA2, CXA3, CYS0, CYS1	7-14S Calibration
   1997 3.4L 4-Valve 49-State SHO	AWL0, AWL1, AWL2, YIY0	7-10D Calibration
   1997 3.4L 4-Valve California SHO	LBL0, LBL1, LBL2, ZAE0	7-10M Calibration

   
   

   Obtain an Authorized Modifications Decal (FPS 8262 - orderable through DOES II, 25/pkg) and list the date, dealer number, and summary of alterations 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.
   
   

   AUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS

   
   

   THE FOLLOWING MODIFICATIONS HAVE BEEN MADE:

   Reprogrammed Powertrain Control Module (PCM) per TSB 99-12- 7

   THESE MODIFICATIONS HAVE BEEN APPROVED, AS APPROPRIATE, BY EPA AND CARB.

   DEALER NUMBER: ------------------------------------------ DATE: CHANGE AUTHORITY: FPS 8262 9/78 FORD MOTOR COMPANY PRINTED IN U.S.A.

   
   
   

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES:

NONE

WARRANTY STATUS:

Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage

DEALER CODING

OASIS CODES:

206000, 602300, 698298