Freestar V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
Steering Angle Sensor: Customer Interest
Traction Control - Short Duration Activation
TSB 07-10-11
05/28/07
ADVANCED TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM - SHORT
DURATION ACTIVATION
FORD:
2004-2007 Freestar
MERCURY:
2004-2007 Monterey
This article supersedes TSB 06-21-8 to update the Service Procedure.
ISSUE
Some 2004-2007 Freestar and Monterey vehicles equipped with the Advance Trac system may exhibit short duration nuisance Advance Trac activations
with no lights continuously illuminated on the vehicle's instrument cluster. A DTC code may not necessarily be stored in memory.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
If any DTC codes are present, follow normal diagnostic procedures in the Workshop Manual (WSM) prior to completing the Service Procedure. Verify
the sensor or tone ring windows are free of dirt or oil contamination.
2004-2005 Model Year Vehicles
1.
Install the Steering Wheel Angle (SWA) Sensor Kit using the Installation Procedure.
2006-2007 Model Year Vehicles
1.
Install the SWA Kit using the Installation Procedure. If the SWA Kit has already been installed, then go to Step 2 and update the Advance Trac
software.
2.
Update the Advance Trac software by reprogramming the Advance Trac module using IDS release 48.12 patch 14 and higher or 49.1 patch 3 and
higher. This new calibration is not included in the VCM 2007.5 DVD. Calibration files may also be obtained at the website.
3.
After installing the SWA Kit and calibrating the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, integral vehicle dynamics (IVD) calibration will need to be
performed. Follow the scan tool directions for the calibration procedures.
Installation Procedure
NOTE
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE SENSOR INSTALL THE TONE RING FIRST.
1.
Place the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position and remove the ignition key.
2.
Rotate the steering wheel until the steering column locks into position.
3.
Disconnect the SWA sensor electrical connector.
4.
Remove the two (2) SWA sensor screws.
