Escort L4-122 2.0L SOHC (1997)
Constant Control Relay Module: All Technical Service Bulletins
Engine - No Restart In -20 F/Cooling Fan Stays On
Article No.
98-13-8
07/06/98
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NO START - AFTER SHORT DRIVE IN COLD
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (-29 DEGREES CELSIUS
(-20 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT))
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BATTERY - DISCHARGED DUE TO COOLING FAN
NOT TURNING OFF AFTER SHUTDOWN
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COOLING FAN - DOES NOT TURN OFF AFTER
SHUTDOWN
FORD:
1997-98 ESCORT
LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1997-98 TRACER
ISSUE
A no restart may occur after a short drive in cold ambient temperature of -29°C (.20° F), or the cooling fan may not turn oft with key out of the ignition
on some vehicles. This may result in a discharged battery. These concerns may be due to water or ice accumulation in the Integrated Relay Control
Module (IRCM).
ACTION
Replace the IRCM with a revised moisture resistant IRCM. Refer to the appropriate Escort/Tracer Workshop Manual for diagnostic, removal, and
installation procedures.
PART NUMBER
PART NAME
F7CZ-12B577-AB
Integrated Relay control Module (IRCM) (1997 Sedans And Wagons And 1998 Sedans And Wagons Sold In Mexico)
F8CZ-12B577-AC
Integrated Relay Control Module
(IRCM) (1998 Coupes)
F8CZ-12B577-BC
Integrated Relay Control Module (IRCM) (1998 Sedans And Wagons)
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
OPERATION
DESCRIPTION
TIME
981308A
Replace Integrated Relay
0.3 Hr.
Control Module (IRCM)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO.
CODE
12B577
49
OASIS CODES: 203000, 203100, 203200, 402000, 499000, 602300, 603300