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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1057 (ENGINE CONTROLS - POWERTRAIN DTC CHARTS & DESCRIPTIONS (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID))DTC DIAGNOSISDTC P1646: LINEAR O2 SENSOR CONTROL CHIP (BANK 1)
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
DTC P1646: Linear O2 Sensor Control Chip (Bank 1)
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION DTC P1646: Linear O2 Sensor Control Chip (Bank 1)
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DTC P1646: LINEAR O2 SENSOR CONTROL CHIP (BANK 1)
| Description: | The powertrain control module (PCM) monitors the application-specific integrated circuit that controls and monitors the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S). The test fails when the PCM detects an internal circuit or communication concern. | ||
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| Diagnostic Aids: | Internal PCM concern. Reprogram or update the calibration. Check for other DTCs and diagnose those first. Make sure to check for aftermarket performance products before installing a new PCM. Clear the DTCs, repeat the self-test. If the DTC is retrieved again, install a new PCM. 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 appropriate DTC. | ||
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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.