Attachment III - Technical Information

AFFECTED VEHICLES:
CERTAIN 2000 MODEL YEAR TAURUS/SABLE EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES SERVICE PROCEDURE





1. Reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) using the applicable calibration code from the calibration chart. Use one (1) of the following two (2) methods:

^ Service Bay Technical System (SBTS) and the New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester with Rotunda Flash Cable (007-00531) and Rotunda Flash Card (007-00532).

^ Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS), with the latest available software level.

NOTE:
You may be required to enter the tire size (797) and the final drive ratio (3.47) during the reflash procedure.

PREPARING AUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS LABEL





1. Obtain and prepare the Authorized Modifications Label. Write the modification completed with the Part Number from the calibration chart, your P&A Code, date of repair and the recall program type and program number. See Figure 1.

2. Apply the label to a clear area on the upper radiator support.