Marquis V6-232 3.8L VIN 3 TBI (1985)
Engine Control Module: Customer Interest
Engine - Hesitation On Cold Start Above 70 Degrees
Article No. 85-5-19
HESITATION DRIVEAWAY - 3.8L - COLD START ABOVE 70~ AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
FORD 1984-85 LTD, T-BIRD
LINCOLN-MERCURY 1984-85 MARQUIS, COUGAR
The above vehicles may experience driveaway hesitations during high ambient (+70~) cold starts and also during stabilized engine temperatures. This
condition is most prevalent during green engine operation (0-1500 odometer miles). If this condition persists beyond 1,600 miles, perform Quick Test to
verify other engine system function. If the hesitation persists, replace the processor as shown below.
Original Processor
Replace with
Application
E4VF-12A650-CA/EA E5VZ-12A650-CB
49 State
E53F-12A650-ALA
E5VZ-12A650-CB
49 State
E4VF-12A650-DA/FA E5VZ-12A650-DB
California
E53F-12A650-AMA
E5VZ-12A650-DB
California
Authorized Modifications Decal
Obtain an Authorized Modifications decal and list the date, dealer number and summary of alterations 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.
PART NUMBER
PART NAME
CLASS
E5VZ-12A650-CB
Processor
A
E5VZ-12A650-DB
Processor
W
WARRANTY STATUS: Reimbursable within the provisions of the Warranty and Policy Manual.
OPERATION: 12650B
TIME:
1.1 Hr.
DLR. CODING: Basic Part No. DRIVE - Code: F8