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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999TAURUS V8-3.4L VIN N SHOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSRECALLSRECALL - PCM REPROGRAMMINGATTACHMENT III - TECHNICAL INFORMATION
1999 Ford Taurus V8-3.4L VIN N SHO
Attachment III - Technical Information
1999 Ford Taurus V8-3.4L VIN N SHOSECTION Attachment III - Technical Information
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE REFLASHING
AFFECTED VEHICLES:
CERTAIN 1999 MODEL YEAR TAURUS AND SABLE VEHICLES WITH 3.0L 2V ENGINES
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Reflash Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to 9LAA-BN calibration or 9LAA-BS calibration (only one of these calibrations will be selectable for each vehicle), using one of the following two (2) methods:
^ Service Bay Diagnostic System (SBDS).
^ Service Bay Technical System (SBTS) and the New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester with Rotunda flash cable (007-00531) and Rotunda flash card (007-00532).
2. Obtain and prepare the Authorized Modifications Label. Write the modification completed, your P and A Code, date of repair and the recall program type and program number as shown.
3. Apply label to clear area of the upper radiator support.
4. Provide California and Massachusetts owners with "Emissions Recall-Proof of Correction" Certificates.
AFFECTED VEHICLES:
CERTAIN 1999 MODEL YEAR TAURUS AND SABLE VEHICLES WITH 3.0L 2V ENGINES
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Reflash Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to 9LAA-BN calibration or 9LAA-BS calibration (only one of these calibrations will be selectable for each vehicle), using one of the following two (2) methods:
^ Service Bay Diagnostic System (SBDS).
^ Service Bay Technical System (SBTS) and the New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester with Rotunda flash cable (007-00531) and Rotunda flash card (007-00532).
2. Obtain and prepare the Authorized Modifications Label. Write the modification completed, your P and A Code, date of repair and the recall program type and program number as shown.
3. Apply label to clear area of the upper radiator support.
4. Provide California and Massachusetts owners with "Emissions Recall-Proof of Correction" Certificates.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.