Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1201 (STEERING SYSTEM - ELECTRONIC POWER ASSIST STEERING (EPAS))INTERACTIVE DIAGNOSTICSDTC / SYMPTOM SELECTIONDTC INDEX - POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE (PSCM)DTC U045A: INVALID DATA RECEIVED FROM PARKING ASSIST CONTROL MODULE ADESCRIPTION
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
DTC U045A: Invalid Data Received From Parking Assist Control Module A: Description
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The Parking Aid Module (PAM) communicates with the scan tool through the Medium Speed Controller Area Network (MS-CAN). See PINPOINT TEST A: THE PARKING AID IS INOPERATIVE/DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
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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.