Continental V8-4.6L DOHC (1995)
Powertrain Control Module: All Technical Service Bulletins
Engine - Misfire/MIL ON/Codes P1443/P030X Set
Article No.
95-11-5
06/05/95
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ENGINE MISFIRE - MIL ILLUMINATION - DIAGNOSTIC CODES P1443 AND/OR P030X - VEHICLES BUILT 11/28/94 THROUGH 2/10/95
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MIL ILLUMINATION - DIAGNOSTIC CODES PO3OX AND/OR P1443 - ENGINE MISFIRE - VEHICLES BUILT 11/28/94 THROUGH
2/10/95
LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1995 CONTINENTAL
CALIBRATION: 5-38D-R05, 5-38R-R05
ISSUE:
Engine misfire and/or MIL illumination with Diagnostic Codes P030X and/or P1443 may occur on some vehicles. This may be due to intermittent purge
monitor information and/or misfire monitor calibrated too sensitive.
ACTION:
Replace or reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1.
Verify the concern. Perform normal diagnostic routines and service as required.
PCM Application Chart
2.
If no other concerns are found after performing normal diagnostics or the concern still exists after service has been performed, reprogram or
replace the PCM. Dealers with SBDS, reprogram the PCM with the appropriate calibration per the attached calibration chart using the latest
calibration update CD. If SBDS is not available, replace the PCM using the correct PCM from the PCM Application Chart in this article.
Modification Decal
Obtain an Authorized Modifications Decal and list the date, dealer number, and summary of modifications performed. Select a prominent place adjacent
to the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal suitable for installing the Authorized Modifications Decal. Clean the area, install the decal, and cover
it with a clear plastic decal shield.
