F 350 4WD Super Duty V8-6.4L DSL Turbo (2008)
Engine Control Module: Customer Interest
Engine Controls - PCM Update For Various Concerns
TSB 09-16-9
08/24/09
6.4L - VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 8/2/2007 - MODULE
REPROGRAMMING
FORD:
2008 F-Super Duty
This article supersedes TSB 08-25-7 and 07-4-11 to update the Service Procedure.
ISSUE
Some 2008 F-Super-Duty 250-550 vehicles equipped with a 6.4L diesel engines and built prior to 8/2/2007 may require a calibration update which will
cover several different concerns.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
NORMAL OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS - EXHAUST SYSTEM REGENERATION
This document provides additional information on the conditions of normal operation while the vehicle is in the exhaust filter regeneration process.
These are normal conditions and do not require repair. For most driving conditions, normal exhaust filter regeneration will begin anywhere from 100-600
miles (161-966 km) from the completion of the last regeneration cycle. Each occurrence will last from 10-40 minutes.
The exhaust filter regeneration process will not initiate or may be terminated when:
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The vehicle is stopped at idle for more than 5 minutes in gear.
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The vehicle is operated in Power Take Off (PTO) mode.
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Stationary Elevated Idle Control (SEIC) is engaged.
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The gear selector is placed in Park or Neutral.
Vehicle characteristics change during the exhaust filter regeneration process:
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Some white smoke in cold ambient temperatures is normal. The amount of white smoke during this time will be increased during exhaust filter
regeneration.
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The engine's peak power is modestly limited during regeneration.
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Engine responsiveness may be slightly different than normal operation during regeneration.
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Exhaust smell may be noticed during the exhaust filter regeneration process - especially on new vehicles.
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The powertrain sound will be different during exhaust filter regeneration including air induction noise, combustion noise, flutter on deceleration or
shut down.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Transmission Control Module (TCM) and Instrument Cluster (IC).
Reprogram appropriate vehicle modules before performing diagnostics and clear all diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) after programming. For DTCs
generated after reprogramming, follow normal diagnostic service procedures.
Reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to the latest calibration using Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) release 61.19 and higher or 62.07
and higher. This new calibration is not included in the VCM 2009.7 DVD. Calibration files may also be obtained at the website. When reprogramming
the PCM on automatic transmission equipped vehicles the transmission control module (TCM) will also automatically be reprogrammed to the latest
level.
Please print out the customer information sheet attached to this TSB and insert into the glove box with the Owners Guide for future customer reference.
