Ford just released new tsb for 2013 Mustang with misfire codes. I know some guys have been complaining about this problem.
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12-12-8 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED - DTCS P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307, P0308 - NO DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOMS - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 11/30/2012
Publication Date: December 17, 2012
FORD: 2013 Mustang
ISSUE:
Some 2013 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine and manual transmission and built on or before 11/30/2012 may exhibit a Check Engine Light illuminated accompanied by any combination of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307 and/or P0308 stored in continuous memory only. Additionally, there will be no apparent drivability symptoms present and no DTCs present which are not listed.
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Using IDS, perform self test on the PCM to check for both continuous memory (CMDTCs) and key on engine running (KOER) DTCs.
If any DTCs P0300-P0308 are present in KOER and/or a driveability concern, such as cylinder misfire, is present, do not continue with this article. Refer to Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for normal diagnostics.
If any DTCs P0300 - P0308 are present in continuous memory and there is no discernible drivability concern, such as cylinder misfire, present, proceed to Step 2.
Reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) to the latest calibration using IDS release 82.02 and higher. This new calibration is not included in the VCM 2012.11 DVD. Calibration files may also be obtained at Buy Motorcraft Parts Online | Official Motorcraft Auto Parts Site | FordParts.com.
Using IDS, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure.
WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty/ESP coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. Warranty/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
121208A 2013 Mustang: Check DTCs Reprogram PCM Perform The Misfire Neutral Correction Procedure Includes Time To Clear Codes After Repair (Do not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 0.3 Hr.
DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE
RECALEM 04
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TSB
12-12-8 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED - DTCS P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307, P0308 - NO DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOMS - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 11/30/2012
Publication Date: December 17, 2012
FORD: 2013 Mustang
ISSUE:
Some 2013 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine and manual transmission and built on or before 11/30/2012 may exhibit a Check Engine Light illuminated accompanied by any combination of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307 and/or P0308 stored in continuous memory only. Additionally, there will be no apparent drivability symptoms present and no DTCs present which are not listed.
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Using IDS, perform self test on the PCM to check for both continuous memory (CMDTCs) and key on engine running (KOER) DTCs.
If any DTCs P0300-P0308 are present in KOER and/or a driveability concern, such as cylinder misfire, is present, do not continue with this article. Refer to Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for normal diagnostics.
If any DTCs P0300 - P0308 are present in continuous memory and there is no discernible drivability concern, such as cylinder misfire, present, proceed to Step 2.
Reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) to the latest calibration using IDS release 82.02 and higher. This new calibration is not included in the VCM 2012.11 DVD. Calibration files may also be obtained at Buy Motorcraft Parts Online | Official Motorcraft Auto Parts Site | FordParts.com.
Using IDS, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure.
WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty/ESP coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. Warranty/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
121208A 2013 Mustang: Check DTCs Reprogram PCM Perform The Misfire Neutral Correction Procedure Includes Time To Clear Codes After Repair (Do not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 0.3 Hr.
DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE
RECALEM 04
