2013 Ford Escape Titanium, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Cooling System DTCS

PCM DTC CHART

DTC Description Action
P0125 Insufficient Coolant Temperature For Closed Loop Fuel Control GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P0128 Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature) GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P0217 Engine Coolant Over Temperature Condition GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P0480, P0481, P0482 Fan Control (FC) Circuit 1, 2 or 3, respectively REFER to the INTRODUCTION - GAS .
P26B7 Engine Coolant Bypass Valve "C" Control Circuit/Open GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P26BD Engine Coolant Bypass Valve "D" Control Circuit/Open GO to PINPOINT TEST E .
All Other DTCs - REFER to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS .
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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.

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