Diagnostics in this service information assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods .
PCM DTC Chart
DTC | Description | Action |
P0125 | Insufficient Coolant Temp For Closed Loop Fuel Control | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
P0128 | Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temp Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature) | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
P0217 | Engine Coolant Overtemperature Condition | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
P0480 | Fan 1 Control Circuit | Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) . |
P0481 | Fan 2 Control Circuit | Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) . |
P1285 | Cylinder Head Overtemperature Condition | Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) . |
P1299 | Cylinder Head Overtemperature Protection Active | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
All Other PCM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) | - | REFER to: ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS - 2.3L ECOBOOST (231KW/314PS). |
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING > ENGINE COOLING > INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION
NOTE: The engine cooling system is filled with Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant. Always fill the cooling system with the manufacturer's specified coolant. Chemically flush the cooling system if a non-specified coolant has been used. Failure to follow these instructions may damage the engine or cooling system.
NOTE: During normal vehicle operation, Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant may change color from orange to pink or light red. As long as the engine coolant is clear and uncontaminated, this color change does not indicate the engine coolant has degraded nor
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