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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1487 (ENGINE CONTROLS - POWERTRAIN DTC CHARTS AND DESCRIPTIONS (HYBRID))DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHARTS AND DESCRIPTIONSDTC P0605: INTERNAL CONTROL MODULE READ ONLY MEMORY (ROM) ERROR
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
DTC P0605: Internal Control Module Read Only Memory (ROM) Error
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION DTC P0605: Internal Control Module Read Only Memory (ROM) Error
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P0605 - INTERNAL CONTROL MODULE READ ONLY MEMORY (ROM) ERROR
| Description: | The powertrain control module (PCM) ROM has been corrupted. | ||
| Possible Causes: |
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| Diagnostic Aids: | Reprogram or update the calibration. Reprogram the vehicle identification (VID) block (use as built data). Check for other DTCs or drive symptoms for additional information. Be sure to check for aftermarket performance products before replacing the PCM. If replacement is necessary, refer to FLASH ELECTRICALLY ERASABLE PROGRAMMABLE READ ONLY MEMORY (EEPROM) . | ||
| Application | Key On Engine Off | Key On Engine Running | Continuous Memory |
| All | Refer to the Description, Possible Causes and Diagnostic Aids for the DTC in table | ||
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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.