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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009FUSION SEL, 3.0 1, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROLS - POWERTRAIN DTC CHARTS & DESCRIPTIONS (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID)DTC DIAGNOSISDTC P1636: - INDUCTIVE SIGNATURE CHIP COMMUNICATION ERROR
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWD
DTC P1636: - Inductive Signature Chip Communication Error
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWDSECTION DTC P1636: - Inductive Signature Chip Communication Error
DTC P1636: - INDUCTIVE SIGNATURE CHIP COMMUNICATION ERROR
| Description: | Indicates the powertrain control module (PCM) has lost communication with the inductive signature chip. | ||
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| Application | Key On Engine Off | Key On Engine Running | Continuous Memory |
| All | DTC P1636 indicates the PCM has lost communication with the inductive signature chip. Install a new PCM and reprogram the FLASH ELECTRICALLY ERASABLE PROGRAMMABLE READ ONLY MEMORY (EEPROM) . | ||
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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.