Emission Recall 16E05 - 3.5L ECOBOOST Engine - Powertrain Control Module Reprogramming (16E05)

WARNING: This page is about the Transit Connect XL, Van Cargo, 1.6L Eng VIN X, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2016-12-01
Reference number: 16E05

EMISSION RECALL 16E05 - 3.5L ECOBOOST ENGINE - POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMING

SERVICE CAMPAIGN BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 16E05, Date of Issue: December 1, 2016

FORD:

2014-2015 Transit

EMISSION RECALL 16E05

SUBJECT

Emission Recall 16E05

Certain 2014 - 2015 Model Year Transit Vehicles Equipped with a 3.5L Ecoboost Engine

Powertrain Control Module Reprogramming

AFFECTED VEHICLES

Vehicle	Model Year	Assembly Plant	Build Dates
Transit	2014-2015	Kansas City	October 7, 2013 through December 2, 2014

Affected vehicles are identified in OASIS and FSA VIN Lists.

REASON FOR THIS EMISSION RECALL

Under certain conditions, the service engine soon indicator will not illuminate when some emissions monitors detect that a system fault is present.

SERVICE ACTION

Dealers are to reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software using Integrated Diagnostic Software (IDS) release 103.01 or higher. This service must be performed at no charge to the vehicle owner.

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 February 13, 2017. 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

For questions and assistance, contact the Special Service Support Center (SSSC) via the SSSC Web Contact Site. The SSSC Web Contact Site can be accessed through the Professional Technician Society (PTS) website using the SSSC link listed at the bottom of the OASIS VIN report screen or listed under the SSSC tab.

Sincerely,

Michael A. Berardi

ATTACHMENT I

Emission Recall 16E05

Certain 2014 - 2015 Model Year Transit Vehicles Equipped with a 3.5L Ecoboost Engine

Powertrain Control Module Reprogramming

OASIS ACTIVATION

OASIS will be activated on December 1, 2016.

FSA VIN LISTS ACTIVATION

FSA VIN Lists will be available through https://web.fsavinlists.dealerconnection.com by December 1, 2016. Owner names and addresses will be available by February 24, 2017.

NOTE: Your FSA VIN Lists 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.

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.
Dealers are to prioritize repairs of customer vehicles over repairs of new and used vehicle inventory.

STOCK VEHICLES

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

TITLE BRANDED/SALVAGED VEHICLES

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

ADDITIONAL REPAIR (LABOR TIME AND/OR PARTS)

Additional repairs identified as necessary to complete the FSA should be managed as follows:

For vehicles within new vehicle bumper-to-bumper warranty coverage, follow existing warranty and policy guidelines for related damage claims. No SSSC approval is required for these vehicles:
- Ford vehicles - 3 years or 36,000 miles
For vehicles outside new vehicle bumper-to-bumper warranty coverage, submit an Approval Request to the SSSC Web Contact Site prior to completing the repair.

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 (16E05) is the sub code.
Additional labor and/or parts must be claimed as related damage on a separate repair line from the FSA.

ATTACHMENT II

Emission Recall 16E05

Certain 2014 - 2015 Model Year Transit Vehicles Equipped with a 3.5L Ecoboost Engine

Powertrain Control Module Reprogramming

LABOR ALLOWANCES

Description	Labor Operation	Labor Time
Reprogram PCM using IDS release 103.01 or higher	16E05B	0.3 Hours

PARTS REQUIREMENTS/ORDERING INFORMATION

Parts are not required to complete this repair.

ATTACHMENT III

EMISSIONS PROGRAM 16E05

CERTAIN 2015 MODEL YEAR TRANSIT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.5 ECOBOOST ENGINE - POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMING

OVERVIEW

Under certain conditions, the service engine soon indicator will not illuminate when some emissions monitors detect that a system fault is present. Dealers are to reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software using Integrated Diagnostic Software (IDS) release 103.01 or higher.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

Module Reprogramming

NOTE: Reprogram appropriate vehicle modules before performing diagnostics and clear all DTCs after programming. For DTCs generated after reprogramming, follow normal diagnostic service procedures.

Reprogram the PCM using IDS release 103.01 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.

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 connection is strongly recommended.
Turn off all unnecessary accessories (radio, heated/cooled seats, headlamps, 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.

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.
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.

OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER