Article No.
03-19-11
  • DRIVEABILITY - VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS - HARD START/NO START - BATTERY LAMP FLICKER
  • ELECTRICAL - VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS - HARD START/NO START - BATTERY LAMP FLICKER
Publication Date: September 18, 2003

FORD:
2002-2003 FOCUS

ISSUE:

Some 2002-2003 SVT Focus vehicles may exhibit any of the following Conditions:

ACTION:

A revised PCM calibration has been developed to improve these conditions. If the vehicle exhibits any of these conditions, refer to the following Service Procedure.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

  1. Perform all relevant Workshop Manual and/or PC/ED diagnosis and repairs. Once these are complete continue on to Step 2.
  2. Using WDS reprogram the PCM. Refer to the PCM Calibration Information Chart to verify proper WDS software level, and PCM calibration level.

    PCM CALIBRATION INFORMATION
    Application Old Part Number Old Tear Tag New Part Number New Tear Tag WDS Qualifier
    2002 SVT FOCUS 2S4A-12A650-AFA RLA1 2U7Z-12A650-FYA YRF0 B27.4 or later
    2002 SVT FOCUS 2S4A-12A650-AFB RLA2 2U7Z-12A650-FYA YRF0 B27.4 or later
    2002-2003 SVT FOCUS 2S4A-12A650-AFF RLA6 2U7Z-12A650-FYA YRF0 B27.4 or later

    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.