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Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P2135/P2111/P0122
2010 Ford Escape 2WD V6-3.0LSECTION Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P2135/P2111/P0122
TSB 09-23-5
11/30/09
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P2135 - BUILT
BETWEEN 6/22/2009-10/15/2009
FORD:
2010 Fusion
2009-2010 Escape
MERCURY:
2010 Milan
2009-2010 Mariner
ISSUE
Some 2009-2010 Escape, Mariner, Escape Hybrid, Mariner Hybrid, 2010 Fusion, Milan, Fusion Hybrid, and Milan Hybrid vehicles, built on or between 6/22/2009 - 10/15/2009, may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) or wrench light with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2135. DTCs P2111 and/or P0122 may also be present. Drivability symptoms may include intermittent rough idle, idle speed below specification and/or reduced power. This concern may be attributed to Electronic Throttle Body (ETB) hardware. If the vehicle only exhibits DTCs P2111 or P0122 follow normal Powertrain Controls/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) pinpoint test (PPT) diagnostics.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Check for DTCs and confirm vehicle build date. Is DTC P2135 present and vehicle built on or between 6/22/2009-10/15/2009?
a. Yes - proceed to Step 2.
b. No - Procedure does not apply. Refer to PC/ED PPT DV for appropriate diagnostic routines.
2. Replace the ETB per the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-04.
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
092305A 2009-2010 Escape, 0.6 Hr.
Escape Hybrid, Mariner,
Mariner Hybrid: Replace
The ETB, Includes Time
To Check And Clear
Codes (Do Not Use With
Any Other Operations)
092305A 2010 Fusion, Fusion 0.6 Hr.
Hybrid, Milan, Milan Hybrid
2.5L Engine: Replace The
ETB, Includes Time To
Check And Clear Codes
(Do Not Use With Any
Other Operations)
092305A 2010 Fusion, Milan 3.0L 0.8 Hr.
Engine: Replace The ETB
Includes Time To Check
And Clear Codes (Do Not
Use With Any Other
Operations)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
9E926 42
Disclaimer
11/30/09
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P2135 - BUILT
BETWEEN 6/22/2009-10/15/2009
FORD:
2010 Fusion
2009-2010 Escape
MERCURY:
2010 Milan
2009-2010 Mariner
ISSUE
Some 2009-2010 Escape, Mariner, Escape Hybrid, Mariner Hybrid, 2010 Fusion, Milan, Fusion Hybrid, and Milan Hybrid vehicles, built on or between 6/22/2009 - 10/15/2009, may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) or wrench light with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2135. DTCs P2111 and/or P0122 may also be present. Drivability symptoms may include intermittent rough idle, idle speed below specification and/or reduced power. This concern may be attributed to Electronic Throttle Body (ETB) hardware. If the vehicle only exhibits DTCs P2111 or P0122 follow normal Powertrain Controls/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) pinpoint test (PPT) diagnostics.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Check for DTCs and confirm vehicle build date. Is DTC P2135 present and vehicle built on or between 6/22/2009-10/15/2009?
a. Yes - proceed to Step 2.
b. No - Procedure does not apply. Refer to PC/ED PPT DV for appropriate diagnostic routines.
2. Replace the ETB per the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-04.
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
092305A 2009-2010 Escape, 0.6 Hr.
Escape Hybrid, Mariner,
Mariner Hybrid: Replace
The ETB, Includes Time
To Check And Clear
Codes (Do Not Use With
Any Other Operations)
092305A 2010 Fusion, Fusion 0.6 Hr.
Hybrid, Milan, Milan Hybrid
2.5L Engine: Replace The
ETB, Includes Time To
Check And Clear Codes
(Do Not Use With Any
Other Operations)
092305A 2010 Fusion, Milan 3.0L 0.8 Hr.
Engine: Replace The ETB
Includes Time To Check
And Clear Codes (Do Not
Use With Any Other
Operations)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
9E926 42
Disclaimer
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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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.