Don Ridley

Here's the procedure for 2016 TC strut removal and installation. strut.pdf

This recall was recently expanded to include all TC models and engines. My 1.6L now shows the recall is active. But I had already purchased the parts and installed them.

You would have to reprogram the ECU using Ford IDS (dealership) or Forscan (free software). It's probably easier to find the bad switch that is triggering the alarm

Look for an independent shop that can program PCMs (they have the software etc). They will have experience with these types of problems. Ford has a database for the "as built" configuration for every vehicle. This is easy to get. If the PCM is from the same model year the firmware is likely the same. Uploading your TCs configuration file is easy with Forscan. But I don't know if the ignition security/key codes (called PATS) is in the PCM on your TC. Forscan can recode PATS on most older vehicles (like yours). I suggest your source a used PCM and also a shop that will take on this repair. Then....IF.... you are adventurous and want to save money you can research Forscan and the PATS issue (on the Forscan forum) and try to install the PCM yourself. If you fail you can take it to the shop. I don't recommend a dealership because they like to install new parts only and don't usually have the initiative or desire to find clever solutions. Plus they are very expensive. Good luck.

Nice to hear there are no obvious problems. My supposition is there is not enough lead in the 1 1/2 gallons of racing fuel to cause measurable damage to the catylytic converter. I don't know the mechanism (coating, reaction etc.) that damages the CAT. The surface area of the CAT is very large and I doubt a very low concentration of lead for a short period of time can effectively kill the CAT.

Nobody here has researched compatibility with other Ford models. One person tried using a Tansit (full size van) steering wheel and it did not work. If you like the styling of a Focus wheel, then maybe it's worth trying becasue Focus "may" work (TC built on the Focus architecture). But I don't know. There are plenty of TC steering wheels avaialble at online junk yards. car-part.com

A new PCM will need to be programmed with the proper firmware and vehicle configuration (VIN etc). I don't know the details on how to do this. Maybe use Forscan or Ford IDS. Have you searched online salvage yards? Try car-part.com. But I doubt any PCM will be plug and play.

There are posts here about upgrading speakers and adding an amp. It's up to you to decide how much is enough. My opinion is speakers first....see how you like it, then add an amp.

This drawing shows the backup lights have: blue/white= + backup signal black/blue= ground FOE and FNA designate North America (FNA) and Europe models (FOE). There is a differenct connector number for the FOE/FNA models but the wire color is the same.

This function is called Global Opening. I think it only works if all windows have one-touch opening/closing. You can activate Global Closing with Forscan (Global Closing appears to be disallowed by US regulations or Ford policy).

On my 2016 you press the unlock button twice and hold the second press until the windows start moving.

Something is wrong. ABS, master cylinder etc. Get the problem diagnosed before the warranty expires.

I am a huge fan of wiring diagrams, but you are looking for a bare wire so the diagram may not be very helpful. The diagram will show all the loads on the circuit and may help isolate parts of the sircuit. But I think you should start at the headlights and look for stray wire strands. Unplug the bulbs and measure the resistance between the terminals in the socket and look for a short (0 ohms).

Older versions of Forscan did not have the feature to set the odometer mileage. I had to send the cluster to a third party where they connected to the EEPROM in the cluster and input the mileage. Now Forscan will allow you to increase the mileage to a new value. The replacement cluster must start with lower mileage to use this feature. The As Built data is a set of hex numbers that define all the settings for the IPC and some vehicle functions like cruise control, compass etc. The data looks like this: 720-01-01 0000 0142 6C 720-02-01 3801 0509 0E7F 720-02-02 1217 1C21 26B7 720-02-03 2C32 3941 4A4E 720-02-04 5562 7285 9D78 720-02-05 BBE1 0000 00CA 720-02-06 002F 720-03-01 2B01 6014 CB 720-09-01 0000 00C0 F1 720-18-01 19BF FFFF 16 720-22-01 BFFF BFFF C6 720-23-01 FCFF F3FE 37 720-36-01 0000 0847 AD If you buy a replacement cluster from the same model year, you probably don't need to make any changes in this data (except for the compass setting). The swap is plug and play except for the mileage setting.

The Focus guys have solved this problem. Locking lug key | Ford Focus RS Forum

Maybe a damaged wire touching the body. Trace the wires in the engine bay.

No programming needed.

The only way to troubleshoot is use a scantool to read the codes that set the fault light. Snapon, Autel etc. are what mechanics use but they are prohibitviely expensive. Forscan is free but requires an adapter that plugs into the OBD2 port. The cheap OBD2 readers you can borrow from the auto parts store will not read the important codes.

You need a scan tool to read the DTCs. DTCs will log even when a check engine light (CEL) won't illuminate. Also, the main engine contol ECU, the power control module (PCM), is located low on the front of the vehicle. It can easily get submerged. IF the water leve was about 12" inside the vehicle, the body control module BCM under the glove box could be submerged. But engine problems are most likeley associated with the PCM.

I think your XL has the monochrome display. My guess is the color dosplay would be the only version that would have a DRLmenu option.

Yes, Forscan saw it was already set to 03. I'm doing some more research to see if there is a DRL menu in the cluster. Probably not...

I'm sure the spoiler design is for downforce on the wiper. This is why some Euro cars (Volvo, BMW) had large spoilers on the driver's side wiper. I installed a 2" longer wiper on my E350 van because the stock wipers barely clovered the the windshield surface area. The extra length and window slope on the passenger side caused the wiper to lift at highway speeds. So the monster TC windshield must have a wiper that accounts for the wind resistance.

Sorry, I'm only familiar with Gen 2 TCs. Hopefully others will be able to help.

What year is your TC?

The vehicle mileage is stored in the instrument cluster (IPC module) and this number can be changed with the right equipment. It's widely believed that there is another, secret, place the mileage is stored. In your case, the IPC mileage should match any other data. How many miles do you think you drove without a speedometer? You can increase the odometer using Forscan. You can also send the cluster to a third party and they can set it to any value for about $100. Right now Forscan is problematic becasue it is a Russian company and the sanctions are affecting them. If you are interested, review their website, forscan.org. You will need an adapter, the free Forscan software and an "extended" license fron Forscan to make the IPC modifications. A 2 month licnese is free but some have had problems getting one.