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.
2012 Ford Explorer Base, 2.0 9FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
All Terrain Control Module (ATCM)
ALL TERRAIN CONTROL MODULE (ATCM) DTC CHART
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| B11D9:16 | Vehicle Battery: Circuit Voltage Below Threshold | REFER to Diagnostic Routine F : B11D9:16 |
| B11D9:17 | Vehicle Battery: Circuit Voltage Above Threshold | REFER to Diagnostic Routine F : B11D9:17 |
| B13FC:67 | Brake Manager (ABS) All Terrain System State: Signal Incorrect After Event | This DTC sets when the ABS module is not following the mode request from the ATCM. RETRIEVE and REPAIR all non-network DTCs in the ABS module. REFER to DTC CHART: ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE for diagnosis of all DTCs . |
| B1402:67 | Torque Manager (ECM/PCM) All Terrain System State: Signal Incorrect After Event | This DTC sets when the PCM is not following the mode request from the ATCM. RETRIEVE and REPAIR all non-network DTCs in the PCM. REFER to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHARTS AND DESCRIPTIONS forr diagnosis of all DTCs . |
| B1403:67 | Ratio Manager (PCM/TCM) All Terrain System State: Signal Incorrect After Event | This DTC sets when the PCM is not following the mode request from the ATCM. RETRIEVE and REPAIR all non-network DTCs in the PCM. REFER to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHARTS AND DESCRIPTIONS forr diagnosis of all DTCs . |
| B142F:67 | Wheel Change Manager (TCCM/PCM/ECM) All Terrain System State: Signal Incorrect After Event | This DTC sets when the PCM is not following the mode request from the ATCM. RETRIEVE and REPAIR all non-network DTCs in the PCM. REFER to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHARTS AND DESCRIPTIONS for diagnosis of all DTCs . |
| U0100:00 | Lost Communication With ECM/PCM "A": No Sub Type Information | REFER to Diagnostic Routine G: U0100:00 . |
| U0121:00 | Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module: No Sub Type Information | REFER to Diagnostic Routine K: U0121:00 . |
| U0140:00 | Lost Communication With Body Control Module: No Sub Type Information | REFER to Diagnostic Routine J: U0140:00 . |
| U0401:00 | Invalid Data Received from ECM/PCM A: No Sub Type Information | This DTC sets when the ATCM receives invalid data from the PCM. RETRIEVE and REPAIR all non-network DTCs in the PCM and other modules on the network. REFER to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHARTS AND DESCRIPTIONS for diagnosis of all DTCs . |
| U0415:00 | Invalid Data Received From Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module: No Sub Type Information | This DTC sets when the ATCM receives invalid data from the ABS. RETRIEVE and REPAIR all non-network DTCs in the ABS and other modules on the network. REFER to DTC CHART: ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE for diagnosis of all DTCs . |
| U0422:00 | Invalid Data Received From Body Control Module: No Sub Type Information | This DTC sets when the ATCM receives invalid data from the BCM. RETRIEVE and REPAIR all non-network DTCs in the BCM and other modules on the network. REFER to DTC CHART: BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) for diagnosis of all DTCs . |
| U3000:49 | Control Module: Internal Electronic Failure | This DTC sets when the ATCM switch is between detents. ROTATE the knob to the next detent, CYCLE the ignition RUN/OFF/RUN. ROTATE through all 4 Terrain Modes, staying in each mode for at least 1 minute. CLEAR DTCs and CARRY OUT ATCM Self-Test. If DTC U3000:49 returns, INSTALL a new ATCM. REFER to All Terrain Control Module (ATCM) . |
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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.