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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004FOCUS ZX3, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - POWERTRAIN DTC CHARTS & DESCRIPTIONS - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINEDIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHARTSP0603 - POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE KEEP ALIVE MEMORY (KAM) ERROR
2004 Ford Focus ZX3, 2.3 Z, Standard
P0603 - Powertrain Control Module Keep Alive Memory (KAM) Error
2004 Ford Focus ZX3, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION P0603 - Powertrain Control Module Keep Alive Memory (KAM) Error
P0603 - POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE KEEP ALIVE MEMORY (KAM) ERROR
| Description:Â | Indicates the PCM has experienced an internal memory fault. However, there are external items that can cause this DTC. | ||
| Possible Causes:Â |
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| Diagnostic Aids:Â | If KAPWR is interrupted to the PCM because of a battery or PCM disconnect, a DTC can be generated on the first power-up. | ||
| Application | Key On Engine Off | Key On Engine Running | Continuous Memory |
| All | GO to QB: DTCs P0603 or P1633: Keep Alive Power STEP 1 | - | - |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • 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.