2009 Ford Explorer 4.0 E, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Inspection and Verification

This article provides step-by-step module configuration procedures. Carry out the programmable module installation (PMI) procedure when another workshop article directs to carry out configuration or when DTCs from the below list are present:

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHART

DTC Description Source Action
B2477 Module Configuration Failure
  • ABS module
  • Audio control module (ACM)
  • Driver seat module (DSM)
  • Heating ventilation air conditioning (HVAC) module
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Parking aid module (PAM) (Mountaineer, Explorer Sport Trac)
  • Rear entertainment module (RETM)
  • Restraints control module (RCM)
  • Satellite digital audio receiver system (SDARS) module
  • Smart junction box (SJB)
CARRY OUT PMI. REFER to Programmable Module InstallationΒ .
B2477 Module Configuration Failure
  • Accessory protocol interface module (APIM)
REFER to Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) ProgrammingΒ .
B2477 Module Configuration Failure
  • Occupant classification system module (OCSM)
INSTALL a new OCSM. REFER to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.
B2900 VIN mismatch
  • ABS module
CARRY OUT PMI. REFER to Programmable Module InstallationΒ .
P0602 Powertrain Control Module Programming Error
  • PCM
CARRY OUT PMI. REFER to Programmable Module InstallationΒ .
P0605 Internal Control Module Read Only Memory (ROM) Error
  • PCM
CARRY OUT PMI. REFER to Programmable Module InstallationΒ .
P0605 Internal Control Module Read Only Memory (ROM) Error
  • Transmission control module (TCM)
INSTALL a new TCM. REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 6R60 article.
P1639 Vehicle ID Block Corrupted, Not Programmed
  • PCM
CARRY OUT PMI. REFER to Programmable Module InstallationΒ .
U0300 Internal Module Software Incompatibility
  • RCM
CARRY OUT PMI. REFER to Programmable Module InstallationΒ .
U2050 No Application Present
  • ABS module
  • ACM
  • DSM
  • HVAC module
  • IC
  • Power running board (PRB) module
  • RCM
  • RETM
  • SDARS module
  • SJB
  • 4X4 control module
CARRY OUT PMI. REFER to Programmable Module InstallationΒ .
U2050 No Application Present
  • APIM
REFER to Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) ProgrammingΒ .
U2050 No Application Present
  • OCSM
INSTALL a new OCSM. REFER to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.
U2051 One or More Calibration Files Missing / Corrupt
  • ACM
  • IC
  • RCM
CARRY OUT PMI. REFER to Programmable Module InstallationΒ .
U2051 One or More Calibration Files Missing / Corrupt
  • OCSM
INSTALL a new OCSM. REFER to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.
U2051 One or More Calibration Files Missing / Corrupt
  • Parking aid module (PAM)
INSTALL a new PAM. REFER to PARKING AID article.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.