Engine Controls - Starter Moter Screeching Noise
TSB 09-6-604/06/09
4.0L STARTER NOISY - SCREECH / GRIND ON
DELAYED KEY OFF - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT FROM
PARK OR NEUTRAL TO DRIVE OR REVERSE
FORD:
2007-2009 Ranger, Ranger
ISSUE
Some 2007-2009 Ranger vehicles equipped with a 4.0L engine may exhibit a noisy (screech/grind) starter if the ignition key is returned too slowly to the released position upon starting. Additionally, some vehicles may exhibit a delayed engagement from Park or Neutral to Drive or Reverse.
ACTION
Reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) to the latest calibration using IDS release 59.10 and higher or 60.02 and higher. This new calibration is not included in the VCM 2009.3 DVD. Calibration files may be obtained at the website.
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
090606A 2007-2009 Ranger 4.0L: 0.3 Hr.
Reprogram The PCM (Do
Not Use With 12650D)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
RECAL 04
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