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2018 Ford Focus SE, 4D HatchbackFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
DTC Chart: Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) DTC Chart
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| P0125 | Insufficient Coolant Temp For Closed Loop Fuel Control | REFER to: Engine Cooling . |
| P0128 | Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temp Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature) | REFER to: Engine Cooling . |
| P0217 | Engine Coolant Overtemperature Condition | REFER to: Engine Cooling . |
| P0460 | Fuel Level Sensor "A" Circuit | First, Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) If sent here from ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) , REFER to: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes . |
| P0461 | Fuel Level Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance | First, Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID)
. If sent here from ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) , REFER to: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes . |
| P0462 | Fuel Level Sensor "A" Circuit Low | First, Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID)
. If sent here from ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) , REFER to: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes . |
| P0463 | Fuel Level Sensor "A" Circuit High | First, Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID)
. If sent here from ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) , REFER to: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes . |
| P0504 | Brake Switch "A"/" B" Correlation | REFER to: Cruise Control . |
| P0532 | A/C Refrigerant Pressure Sensor "A" Circuit Low | REFER to: Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC)
. REFER to: Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Electronic Manual Temperature Control (EMTC) . |
| P0533 | A/C Refrigerant Pressure Sensor "A" Circuit High | REFER to: Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC)
. REFER to: Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Electronic Manual Temperature Control (EMTC) . |
| P0562 | System Voltage Low | REFER to: Charging System - 2.0L Duratec-HE (110kW/150PS) - MI4/2.0L Duratec-HE (125kW/170PS) - MI4 . |
| P0563 | System Voltage High | REFER to: Charging System - 2.0L Duratec-HE (110kW/150PS) - MI4/2.0L Duratec-HE (125kW/170PS) - MI4 . |
| P0572 | Brake Switch "A" Circuit Low | REFER to: Cruise Control . |
| P0573 | Brake Switch "A" Circuit High | REFER to: Cruise Control . |
| P059F | Active Grille Air Shutter "A" Performance/Stuck Off | REFER to: Active Grille Shutter . |
| P05A1 | Active Grille Air Shutter "A" Position Sensor Minimum/Maximum Stop Performance | REFER to: Active Grille Shutter . |
| P05A2 | Active Grille Air Shutter "A" Control Circuit/Open | REFER to: Active Grille Shutter . |
| P05A7 | Active Grille Air Shutter Control Module "A" Supply Voltage Circuit Low | REFER to: Active Grille Shutter . |
| P05C0 | Active Grille Air Shutter Module "A" Over Temperature | INSTALL a new grille shutter actuator. REFER to: Active Grille Shutter - 2.0L Duratec-HE (125kW/170PS) - MI4 . |
| P0615 | Starter Relay Circuit | REFER to: Starting System . |
| P0645 | A/C Clutch Relay Control Circuit | REFER to: Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC)
. REFER to: Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Electronic Manual Temperature Control (EMTC) . |
| P065B | Generator Control Circuit Range/Performance | INSTALL a new generator. REFER to: Generator - 2.0L Duratec-HE (125kW/170PS) - MI4 . |
| P065C | Generator Mechanical Performance | REFER to: Charging System - 2.0L Duratec-HE (110kW/150PS) - MI4/2.0L Duratec-HE (125kW/170PS) - MI4 . |
| P06E9 | No engine rotation detected during crank event | REFER to: Starting System . |
| P0833 | Clutch Pedal Switch "B" Circuit | REFER to: Cruise Control . |
| P0850 | Park / Neutral Switch Input Circuit | REFER to: Starting System . |
| P0A3B | Generator Over Temperature | CARRY OUT self-test of the PCM and DIAGNOSE any grille shutter or cooling fan Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). If necessary, REFER to: Active Grille Shutter . If no grille shutter or cooling fan Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present, INSTALL a new generator. REFER to: Generator - 2.0L Duratec-HE (125kW/170PS) - MI4 . |
| P1464 | A/C Demand Out Of Self Test Range | REFER to: Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC)
. REFER to: Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Electronic Manual Temperature Control (EMTC) . |
| P161A | Incorrect Response from Immobilizer Control Module | The BCM ID received by the PCM does not match the ID stored in the PCM memory. CARRY OUT a parameter reset. For vehicles without Push button start, REFER to: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) . For vehicles with Push button start, REFER to: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) . |
| P1703 | Brake Switch Out Of Self Test Range | REFER to: Cruise Control . |
| P193E | A/C Clutch Request Signal | REFER to: Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC)
. REFER to: Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Electronic Manual Temperature Control (EMTC) . |
| P2531 | Ignition Switch Run Position Circuit Low | REFER to: Starting System . |
| P2532 | Ignition Switch Run Position Circuit High | REFER to: Starting System . |
| P2534 | Ignition Switch Run/Start Position Circuit Low | REFER to: Starting System . |
| P2535 | Ignition Switch Run/Start Position Circuit High | REFER to: Starting System . |
| U012D | Lost Communication With Generator Control Module | REFER to: Charging System - 2.0L Duratec-HE (110kW/150PS) - MI4/2.0L Duratec-HE (125kW/170PS) - MI4 . |
| U0284 | Lost Communication With Active Grille Air Shutter Control Module "A" | REFER to: Active Grille Shutter . |
| U042E | Invalid Data Received From Generator Control Module | REFER to: Charging System - 2.0L Duratec-HE (110kW/150PS) - MI4/2.0L Duratec-HE (125kW/170PS) - MI4 . |
| All Other DTCs | - | Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - SYMPTOM CHARTS (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) . |
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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.
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