Safety Warning
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1993VILLAGER V6-181 3.0L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONFAIL-SAFE SYSTEM
1993 Mercury Villager V6-181 3.0L SOHC
Fail-Safe System
1993 Mercury Villager V6-181 3.0L SOHCSECTION Fail-Safe System
PURPOSE
The fail-safe system makes it possible to start and drive the vehicle if something malfunctions in the Central Processing Unit (CPU) circuit of the PCM or if the PCM detects complete failure of a major input device.
LOCATION
The system is built-in to the PCM
OPERATION
Fuel injection and ignition timing are controlled within preset parameters if the PCM detects failure within one or more of the following components:
^ Mass Air Flow Sensor
^ Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
^ Knock Sensor
^ Crankshaft Position Sensor
^ Throttle Position Sensor
^ CPU of the PCM
When in fail-safe, the vehicle will run but engine speed will be limited to 2400 rpm. The CHECK ENGINE light will also come on to alert the driver of the problem.
The fail-safe system makes it possible to start and drive the vehicle if something malfunctions in the Central Processing Unit (CPU) circuit of the PCM or if the PCM detects complete failure of a major input device.
LOCATION
The system is built-in to the PCM
OPERATION
Fuel injection and ignition timing are controlled within preset parameters if the PCM detects failure within one or more of the following components:
^ Mass Air Flow Sensor
^ Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
^ Knock Sensor
^ Crankshaft Position Sensor
^ Throttle Position Sensor
^ CPU of the PCM
When in fail-safe, the vehicle will run but engine speed will be limited to 2400 rpm. The CHECK ENGINE light will also come on to alert the driver of the problem.
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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.