2000 Ford Contour SVTFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Pinpoint Test L: DTC U1016 - SCP Invalid Data Powertrain Control Module: Overview

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Test Step 

  1. L1 CHECK THE RECORDED DTCS FROM THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) 
    • Use the recorded results from the PCM self-test.
    • Are any DTCs recorded? 

    Result / Action to Take 

    1. Yes  : For PXXX codes, REFER to the INTRODUCTION article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE .

      For all other codes, REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK - LS .

    2. No  : GO to L2.
  2. L2 MONITOR THE PCM REVERSE INPUT 
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: PCM PID Monitor.
    • Monitor the transmission range (TR) sensor PID.
    • Place the selector lever in REVERSE.
    • Does the TR sensor PID indicate correctly? 
    1. Yes  : GO to L3.
    2. No  : REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 5R55S to continue diagnosis of the input.
  3. L3 CHECK THE REVERSE SIGNAL INPUT 
    • Press and hold the AUDIO and MENU buttons for 5 seconds.
      Fig 1: Identifying Display Of Reverse Signal Input (1 Of 5)
      G03203355Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Press 917 Enter.
      Fig 2: Identifying Display Of Reverse Signal Input (2 Of 5)
      G03203356Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Select Navigation Info.
      Fig 3: Identifying Display Of Reverse Signal Input (3 Of 5)
      G03203357Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Select Vehicle Signals.
      Fig 4: Identifying Display Of Reverse Signal Input (4 Of 5)
      G03203358Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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