DTC Diagnosis: Notes

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Note 1: Refer to SPEED CONTROL .
Note 2: Install a new transaxle. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (ECVT) .
Note 3: Clear the transaxle control module (TCM) continuous DTCs. Repeat the self-test. If DTC P0613 is present again, install a new transaxle. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (ECVT) .
Note 4: Verify that automatic transaxle fluid level is correct. If OK, install a new transaxle. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (ECVT) .
Note 5: Clear the transaxle control module (TCM) continuous DTCs. Repeat the self-test. If DTC P0A1A is present again, install a new transaxle. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (ECVT) .
Note 6: Clear the transaxle control module (TCM) continuous DTCs. Carry out a TCM KOEO on demand self-test. If DTC P0A90 is present again, install a new transaxle. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (ECVT) . If the DTC is not present, concern can not be duplicated or identified at this time. Go to PPT Z for intermittent diagnostics.
Note 7: Check for damaged or seized engine. If the engine is OK, install a new transaxle. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (ECVT) .
Note 8: Clear the transaxle control module (TCM) continuous DTCs. Carry out a TCM KOEO on demand self-test. If DTC P0A92 is present again, check for damaged or seized engine, and install a new transaxle. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (ECVT) . If the DTC is not present, concern can not be duplicated or identified at this time. Go to PPT Z for intermittent diagnostics.
Note 9: DTC P1000 is ignored in the key on, engine off (KOEO) and key on, engine running (KOER) self-tests. Disregard DTC P1000 and continue as directed.
Note 10: Make sure the 12 volt battery is sufficiently charged during the self-test.
Note 11: The Vehicle ID (VID) Block must reprogrammed. For instructions, refer to the Programming the VID Block for a Replacement PCM procedure.
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