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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021EDGE SE, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 505 (ELECTRONIC POWER ASSIST STEERING (EPAS) GUIDED ROUTINE)PINPOINT TESTSPINPOINT TESTS AW: PSCM DTC U045A INVALID DATA RECEIVED FROM PARKING ASSIST CONTROL MODULE "A"PINPOINT TEST PURPOSE
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WD
Pinpoint Test Purpose
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Pinpoint Test Purpose
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To verify the presence of DTC U045A and identify the correct Service Information for diagnosing the DTC concern.
- AW1: CHECK PSCM DTC
Carry out the PSCM self-test.
- Is DTC U045A:xx currently present and active in the PSCM?
Yes No Go to AW2. If the PSCM does NOT list DTC U0401 Invalid Data Received from the ECM/PCM, DISCONTINUE this test and REFER to the DTC Chart for diagnostic direction. - AW2: CHECK THE VEHICLE BATTERY AND CHARGING SYSTEM VOLTAGE
- Ignition ON, engine OFF.
- Refer to the Charging System General Information article and carry out Pinpoint Test A: Battery Condition Test (battery state of charge).
- Did the battery pass the condition test (battery state of charge)?
Yes No Go to AW3. INSTALL a new 12-volt battery. REFER to the Battery, Mounting and Cables article.
Go to AW3. - AW3: RECHECK THE PSCM DTC
- Ignition ON, engine OFF.
- Clear the PSCM DTCs.
- Ignition OFF.
Carry out the PSCM self-test.
- Is DTC U045A:xx currently present and active in the PSCM?
Yes No DIAGNOSE the PAM concern. REFER to the appropriate Parking Aid article. The concern is not present at this time and may have been set due to a low battery state of charge. The test is complete, no further action is required.
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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.