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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Inspection and Verification
2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Inspection and Verification
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
If a new ABS module is installed, it must be configured and the multi-calibration completed. Follow the scan tool directions.
- Verify the customer concern.
- Verify the stoplamps operate correctly by applying and releasing the brake pedal with the ignition switch in the OFF position. If the stoplamps do not operate correctly, refer to STOPLAMPS . If the stoplamps operate correctly, proceed to the next step.
- Verify the PRNDL operates correctly on the instrument cluster. If the PRNDL does not operate correctly, refer to PINPOINT TEST AJ: THE PRNDL INDICATOR IS NEVER/ALWAYS ON . If the PRNDL operates correctly, proceed to the next step.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.VISUAL INSPECTION TABLE
Mechanical Electrical - Active brake booster
- Base brake system
- Brake pedal assembly
- Electric vacuum pump
- Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)
- Incorrectly inflated tires
- Mismatched wheels or tires on vehicle
- Restraints Control Module (RCM) installation
- Steering components and suspension components
- Wheel speed sensor ring
- ABS module
- Battery Junction Box (BJB) fuse(s):
- 3 (40A)
- 7 (40A)
- 8 (50A)
- 10 (30A)
- 37 (5A)
- 47 (10A)
- Brake fluid level switch
- Electric vacuum pump mechanical relay
- Electric vacuum pump solid state relay
- PCM relay
- RCM
- Stoplamp switch
- Traction control switch
- Wheel speed sensor
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
- If the cause is not visually evident, connect the scan tool to the Data Link Connector (DLC).NOTE: Make sure to use the latest scan tool software release.
- If the scan tool does not communicate with the VCM:
- check the VCM connection to the vehicle.
- check the scan tool connection to the VCM.
- refer to PINPOINT TEST AF: NO POWER TO THE SCAN TOOL , to diagnose no power to the scan tool.
NOTE: The Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) LED prove out confirms power and ground from the DLC are provided to the VCM. - If the scan tool does not communicate with the vehicle:
- verify the ignition is in the ON position.
- verify the scan tool operation with a known good vehicle.
- refer to PINPOINT TEST A: THE PCM DOES NOT RESPOND TO THE SCAN TOOL to diagnose no response from the PCM.
- Carry out the network test.
- If the scan tool responds with no communication for one or more modules, refer to INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION .
- If the network test passes, retrieve and record Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes (CMDTCs).
- Carry out the self-test diagnostics for the ABS module.NOTE: The vehicle must be at a complete standstill and on a level surface while carrying out the self-test. Any movement of the vehicle during the self-test may result in false DTCs being set.
- If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, go to ABS MODULE DTC TABLE . For all other DTCs, refer to DTC TABLE .
- If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, GO to SYMPTOM TABLE .
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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.