Emission Recall 15E02 - Reprogram Powertrain Control Module And Check For Mil (15E02)

WARNING: This page is about the Fusion SE, 1.6L Eng VIN R, Automatic Trans, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2015-05-08
Reference number: 15E02

EMISSION RECALL 15E02 - REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE AND CHECK FOR MIL

SERVICE CAMPAIGN BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 15E02, Date of Issue: May 8, 2015

FORD:

2013 Fusion

EMISSION RECALL 15E02

SUBJECT

Emission Recall 15E02

Certain 2013 Model Year Fusion Vehicles Equipped with Auto Start-Stop

Reprogram Powertrain Control Module and Check for MIL

REF

Customer Satisfaction Program 13B16, dated May 14, 2014

AFFECTED VEHICLES

Vehicle	Model Year	Assembly Plant	Build Dates
Fusion	2013	Hermosillo	Job #1 through July 16, 2013

Affected vehicles are equipped with Auto Start-Stop and identified in OASIS.

REASON FOR THIS EMISSION RECALL

In all of the affected vehicles, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) calibration did not contain diagnostics for the Vapor Blocking Valve (VBV). Also, in some of the affected vehicles, the VBV may not have been installed during vehicle assembly. If the VBV is not installed in the vehicle, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illuminate after the PCM is reprogrammed.

Vehicles that require, but were not manufactured with a VBV may not meet evaporative emissions standards.

SERVICE ACTION

Dealers are to reprogram the PCM to the latest calibration using IDS release 93.01 or higher, and check if the MIL is illuminated.

If the MIL is illuminated after PCM reprogramming and VBV related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present, dealers will determine if the VBV is missing and install a new VBV if required.
If the MIL is illuminated after PCM reprogramming, VBV related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present, and the VBV is installed, dealers are to diagnose and repair the vehicle following normal Powertrain Control Emission Diagnostic (PC/ED) Manual procedures.

This service must be performed at no charge to the vehicle owner.

NOTE: If Emission Recall 15E02 and Customer Satisfaction Program 13B16 are open, only perform 15E02. Completion of 15E02 will automatically close 13B16 .

NOTE: The State of California and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts require the completion of emission recall repairs prior to vehicle registration renewal. For vehicles registered in these states, please provide the owner with a Vehicle Emission Recall Proof of Correction certificate after the repair has been performed. These certificates may be obtained by contacting your regional office.

OWNER NOTIFICATION MAILING SCHEDULE

Pending Agency Approval, owner letters are expected to be mailed the week of June 30, 2015. Dealers should repair any affected vehicles that arrive at their dealerships, whether or not the customer has received a letter.

PLEASE NOTE:

The sale of uncorrected new vehicles to customers could lead to penalties under applicable state and Federal regulations. Correct all vehicles in your new vehicle inventory prior to delivery.

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment I: Administrative Information
Attachment II: Labor Allowances and Parts Ordering Information
Attachment III: Technical Information
Owner Notification Letter

QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Special Service Support Center (Dealer Assistance Only) ... 1-800-325-5621

ATTACHMENT I

Emission Recall 15E02

Certain 2013 Model Year Fusion Vehicles Equipped with Auto Start-Stop

Reprogram Powertrain Control Module and Check for MIL

OASIS ACTIVATION

OASIS will be activated on May 8, 2015.

FSA VIN LIST ACTIVATION

FSA VIN list will be available through https://web.fsavinlists.dealerconnection.com by May 8, 2015. Owner names and addresses will be available by July 15, 2015.

NOTE: Your FSA VIN list may contain owner names and addresses obtained from motor vehicle registration records. The use of such motor vehicle registration data for any purpose other than in connection with this recall is a violation of law in several states, provinces, and countries. Accordingly, you must limit the use of this listing to the follow-up necessary to complete this recall.

STOCK VEHICLES

Use OASIS to identify and correct all affected vehicles in your new and used vehicle inventory.

SOLD VEHICLES

Owners of affected vehicles will be directed to dealers for repairs.
Immediately contact any of your affected customers whose vehicles are not on your VIN list but are identified in OASIS. Give the customer a copy of the Owner Notification Letter (when available) and schedule a service date.
Correct other affected vehicles identified in OASIS which are brought to your dealership.

TITLE BRANDED / SALVAGED VEHICLES

Affected title branded and salvaged vehicles are eligible for this recall.

ADDITIONAL LABOR TIME AND/OR PARTS

Contact the Special Service Support Center (SSSC) if you have any of the following:

Damage that you believe was caused by the covered condition.
A condition that requires additional labor and/or parts to complete the repair.
Aftermarket equipment or non-Ford modifications to the vehicle which might prevent the repair of the covered condition.

Contact the SSSC prior to the repair. Please be prepared to provide your requested additional warranty part cost, estimated additional labor time, and dealer specific labor rate. Requests for approval after completion of the repair may not be granted. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to deny coverage for related damage in cases where the vehicle owner has not had this recall performed on a timely basis. Additional related damage parts are subject to random selection for return to the Ford Warranty Parts Analysis Center (WPAC).

OWNER REFUNDS

Refunds are not approved for this program.

RENTAL VEHICLES

The use of rental vehicles is not approved for this program.

CLAIMS PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION

Enter claims using Direct Warranty Entry (DWE) or One Warranty Solution (OWS).
- DWE: refer to ACESII manual for claims preparation and submission information.
- OWS: when entering claims in DMS software, select claim type 31: Field Service Action. The FSA number (15E02) is the sub code
Additional labor and/or parts must be claimed as related damage on a repair line that is separate from the repair line on which the FSA is claimed. Additional labor and/or parts require prior approval from the Special Service Support Center.

ATTACHMENT II

Emission Recall 15E02

Certain 2013 Model Year Fusion Vehicles Equipped with Auto Start-Stop

Reprogram Powertrain Control Module and Check for MIL

LABOR ALLOWANCES

Description	Labor Operation	Labor Time
Reprogram PCM and observe MIL (MIL is not illuminated)	15E02B	0.4 Hours
Reprogram PCM, observe MIL (MIL is illuminated), inspect for VBV, install VBV, and recheck MIL.	15E02C	0.6 Hours
M-Time for additional diagnosis of Powertrain DTCs, only when the VBV is the causal part (may only be claimed with 15E02C)	MT15E02D	Up to 2 Hours

NOTE: Completion of this recall will automatically close Customer Satisfaction Program 13B16.

PARTS REQUIREMENTS / ORDERING INFORMATION

PARTS INFORMATION

Part Number	Description	Quantity
DG9Z-9D333-G	Vapor Blocking Valve	1

The DOR/COR number for this recall is 50592.

Order your parts requirements through normal order processing channels.

Questions regarding parts should be directed to the Special Service Support Center (1-800-325-5621) or E-mailed to: Ford@Renkim.com.

DEALER PRICE

For latest prices, refer to DOES II.

PARTS RETENTION AND RETURN

Follow the provisions of the Warranty and Policy Manual, Section 1 "WARRANTY PARTS RETENTION AND RETURN POLICIES."

EXCESS STOCK RETURN

Excess stock returned for credit must have been purchased from Ford Customer Service Division in accordance with Policy Procedure Bulletin 4000.

ATTACHMENT III

EMISSION RECALL 15E02

CERTAIN 2013 MODEL YEAR FUSION VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTO START-STOP - REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE AND CHECK FOR MIL

OVERVIEW

In all of the affected vehicles, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) calibration did not contain diagnostics for the Vapor Blocking Valve (VBV). Also, in some of the affected vehicles, the VBV may not have been installed during vehicle assembly causing the MIL to illuminate after the PCM is reprogrammed.

Dealers are to reprogram the PCM to the latest calibration using IDS release 93.01 or higher and check the MIL light.

If the MIL Light is NOT illuminated after reprogramming the PCM, release the vehicle to the owner.
If the MIL IS illuminated after PCM reprogramming and VBV Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present, dealers will determine if the VBV is missing and install a new VBV if required.
If the MIL IS illuminated after PCM reprogramming, VBV related DTCs are present, and the VBV IS installed, dealers are to diagnose and repair the vehicle following normal Powertrain Control Emission Diagnostic (PC/ED) Manual procedures.

Vehicles that require, but were not manufactured with a VBV may not meet evaporative emissions standards.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

A. Reprogram Powertrain Control Module

Connect a battery charger to the 12V battery.
Reprogram the PCM using IDS release 93.01 or higher.
NOTE: Calibration files may also be obtained at www.motorcraftservice.com.

NOTE: Follow the IDS on-screen instructions to complete the reprogramming procedure.
Disconnect the battery charger from the 12V battery, once reprogramming has completed.

Important Information for Module Programming

NOTE: When programming or reprogramming a module, use the following basic checks to ensure programming completes without errors.

Make sure the 12v battery is fully charged before carrying out the programming steps and connect IDS/scan tool to a power source.
Inspect Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and cables for any damage. Make sure scan tool connections are not interrupted during programming.
A hardwired internet connection is strongly recommended.
Turn off all unnecessary accessories (radio, heated/cooled seats, head lamps, interior lamps, HVAC system, etc.) and close doors.
Disconnect/depower any aftermarket accessories (remote start, alarm, power inverter, CB radio, etc.).
Follow all scan tool on-screen instructions carefully.
Disable IDS/scan tool sleep mode, screensaver, hibernation modes.
Create all sessions Key On Engine Off (KOEO). Starting the vehicle before creating a session will cause errors within the programming inhale process.

B. Check MIL Light

Start and stop the engine.
Start the engine a second time and check MIL light.
- If MIL light turns OFF after four seconds, the repair is complete.
- If MIL light stays ON continuously, proceed to Section C, "Vapor Blocking Valve Inspection And Installation".

C. Vapor Blocking Valve Inspection and Installation

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Please follow the procedures in WSM Section 100-02.
At the rear of the vehicle, locate the area where the VBV should be located. See Figure 1.

Is the VBV is missing? See Figures 1 and 2.

Yes - Remove and discard the vapor hose, and install a new VBV. Proceed to step 4.

No - Proceed to step 5.

Clear DTCs. Start and stop engine. Start engine a second time and observe MIL activity.
Does MIL remain OFF?
- Yes - Repair is complete.
- No - Proceed to step 6.
Check DTCs. If VBV related DTCs are present (P2418 and/or P2450 only), diagnose and repair the vehicle following normal PC/ED Manual procedures as required.

NOTE: Repairs to remedy DTCs not related to VBV circuit or performance are not applicable to this recall.

Recovering a module when programming has resulted in a blank module: NEVER DELETE THE ORIGINAL SESSION!

Obtain the original IDS that was used when the programming error occurred during Module Reprogramming (MR) or Programmable Module Installation (PMI).
Disconnect the VCM from the data link connector (DLC) and the IDS.
Reconnect the VCM to IDS and then connect to the DLC. Once reconnected, the VCM icon should appear in the corner of the IDS screen. If it does not, troubleshoot the IDS to VCM connection.
Locate the ORIGINAL vehicle session when programming failed. This should be the last session used in most cases. If not, use the session created on the date that the programming failed.
NOTE: If the original session is not listed in the previous session list, click the "Recycle Bin" icon at the lower right of the previous session screen. This loads any deleted sessions and allows you to look through them. Double-click the session to restore it.
Once the session is loaded, the failed process should resume automatically.
If programming does not resume automatically, proceed to the Module Programming menu and select the previously attempted process, PMI or MR.
Follow all on-screen prompts/instructions.
Near the end of programming, the IDS prompts you to select certain parameters. It is important to make a selection for ALL parameters listed. If the correct selection is already highlighted, you must still choose that selection before clicking the "Tick" mark to complete the configuration.
The last screen on the IDS may list additional steps required to complete the programming process. Make sure all applicable steps listed on the screen are followed in order.