Your missing the point I do actually know how to reset it, I am a Ford tech day in day out, we use a scan tool to reset it though after every repair so it can learn. Replace a solenoid pack on a explorer for harsh engagements and don't reset it see what happens. Reset the memory on a carboned up throttle body and see if it starts. You will then understand how important this is.
True only initially though, in all honesty if your throttle body is that carboned or sludged up you vehicle wont start after a pcm reset you just better stop right there and take the time to clean it up like new and then let it learn so your idle trims will be in spec. Not all pcm have the sludge build up compensation strategy yet. Here I show how to clean an electronic throttle body safely.
At 100k and there is harsh shifting you are likely looking at sticking solenoids in the solenoid pack. Can you explain the shifting issue better, more details? Anyway with the Sport Trac I would get the pcm updated at the dealer to the latest level there have been many calibration updates. They know how to do it. The "EVU0" number you are reffering to is only an identification number the calibration update number is what you need to know I show it in my video when I reflash that escape. Then after the ford dealer updates pcm reset the memory as in my kam rest video and learn idle and shifts too. It would be a good idea to clean the maf and ETB as shown in my videos I put up last night as they can affect shifts more than you think, the torque calculation is based off those two sensors. After all that revaluate. Have you changed the trans fluid and filter and filled with mercon V? I have a video on that and how to set the fluid correctly. There is only a pcm to update on the truck, the v8's have a TCM too. The trans in yours is a 5R55S. As far as the video I do them on down time, or lunch or after work but mostly when we are slow so they don't mind. Plus I don't get paid hourly I only get paid for what I produce on flat rate.Mr. Makuloco,
My Father has an 2007 Sport Trac. V6 4.0l Automatic RWD. Would this be the procedure to try to help with his rough shifts? I'm thinking a re-learn is in order and couldn't hurt. No major work done in the last 30K that we are aware of(bought used). Just recently a radiator and all maintenance is up to date (by me, just a simple DIY'er).(except current software updates) (100K) Does this clear the PCM/TCM/and KAM? His latest update according to the sticker on the PCM is EVU0. I believe this is a few updates behind. Does this procedure reset back to the EVUO or back to the original program when vehicle was new? I realize I should probably just take it to the dealer to update. But, I thought I would give this a try in the meantime.
OR would this other video you did be the only way to reset everything on this vehicle?
Ford PCM Software Reflash Procedure
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39IaVoc0EHs&feature=c4-overview&list=UUN467fmgLLlk98JddJLL51w
If this latest video is the way to go should I mention ALL the steps involved(like in the video) to the service writer to better the chances it's done properly or will the tech most likely know ALL the proper steps? You are such a sharp guy. I guess my fear is not all Ford techs are as thorough as yourself.
OR am I way off here and don't know what I'm even saying
Any help would be appreciated and thank you again for all the great videos!
(just curious, can you get "in trouble" at work for making these videos?)
Keep 'em coming
) tomorrow for me to replace his side mirror/air filter/and brake service. Perfect chance to clean the MAF and TB. A shop did a trans pan drop and filter a little over a year and 1/2 ago. But, that was not knowing when and if it was ever done the prier 70k before purchasing. I will definitely put it on the soon to-do list. I checked the level a few months ago. "They" definitely over-filled. Hopefully they used the Mercon V. Thanks for the reply!
I haven't driven it in awhile. I will try to get back to you on the exact issues. My Father is bringing it by "the shop" (my car garage
A few issues that I do remember are: delayed shifting into reverse. Maybe also drive. Like It's take an extra 1/2 second or so to go into gear. Also, harsh shifts though all the gears. Not really harsh. Just a lot more noticeable and pronounced. No slipping. Unlike my 03 Sport Trac where I don't even really notice it shifting unless Im thinking about it.
So my plan of attack is going to be to clean the MAF and TB. Then change the fluid soon. Then tell him to go to the dealer to update.
Thanks again Makuloco!!!
What part of the country are you. Your accent sounds like Michigan. (My birthplace) My Father lives there every summer(to hot for him in Texas). Maybe have him bring it to ya
Anywho, thanks for all your videos and keep em coming. Visit us here on the Explorer forums ANYTIME! Your professionalism and inside knowledge is a great asset to us here.
That should work too, this just is the definitive method to full discharge the capacitors for the memory is all.
Thanks!
