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.
2009 Ford Flex SEFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Charging System
- Specifications
- Description And Operation
- Diagnosis And Testing
- Principles of Operation
- Inspection And Verification
- Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
- Symptom Chart
- Pinpoint Test
- Special Tool(s)
- Pinpoint Test A: DTCs B1317, B1676 and/or P0563 - Battery Voltage High/Low and/or Battery Pack Voltage Out of Range
- Pinpoint Test B: DTC B1318 and/or B1676 - Battery Voltage Low and/or Battery Pack Voltage Out of Range
- Pinpoint Test C: DTC P0620 - Generator Control Circuit
- Pinpoint Test D: DTCs P0625 and P0626 - Generator Field Terminal Circuit Stuck Low/High
- Pinpoint Test E: DTC P065B - Generator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- Pinpoint Test F: The Generator is Noisy
- Pinpoint Test G: Radio Interference
- Removal And Installation
Factory Service Tools
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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.